Tissot · Chemin Des Tourelles
Strap for Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00
The Chemin Des Tourelles Squelette Stainless Steel / Blue / Bracelet takes 20 mm straps. Verified lug width, the straps that fit this model, and answers to the most common questions.
Lug width
What I'm asked about the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00
What strap size does the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00 take?
The Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00 needs 20 mm between the lugs, usually 16 mm at the buckle. It's the size I've been fitting on it for years.
Can the strap on the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00 be changed?
Yes. It has spring bars between the lugs: with the right tool the strap comes off in a minute. If you'd rather not risk a scratch, I do it in the workshop.
Can I put a leather strap on the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00?
Yes, in 20 mm leather. On a 39 mm case a calf strap works every day; if you want something more, alligator.
Which strap do you recommend for the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00?
A 20 mm calf strap, for every day. You'll find it ready in the 20 mm collection. If you'd rather have something built on your wrist, the Casati atelier.
Straps for the Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00
Selected for the 20 mm lug width · workshop selection
Vintage Black Calfskin Leather Strap€80
Cognac Mohawk Leather Strap€95
Embossed Red Epsom Strap★ 5 · 1€120
Black Saffiano Rubber Strap€105
Black Calfskin NATO Strap★ 5 · 3€80
The Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00, seen from the bench
Frequently asked questions
What is the best strap for the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00?
The optimal strap depends on use: alligator with vegetable tanning (1.0-1.2mm) for formal elegance, as natural patina dialogues with the case's brushed grain; robust NATO for versatility and quick changes; FKM rubber with fine grain texture for daily humid environments or technical settings. Vegetable-tanned calf with contrast stitching is the sartorial compromise: ease of change, superior light absorption, reduced thickness.
Can I use an aftermarket strap on the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00?
Yes, provided the lug width is exactly 20mm and the strap is constructed with sartorial precision: consistent thickness, smooth keeper (passante), secure attachment without play. Artisanal straps from specialised ateliers guarantee mechanical and aesthetic compatibility superior to generic online straps.
How long does a leather strap last on the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles T139.836.11.048.00?
An artisanal alligator or calf strap (vegetable tanning) lasts 3-5 years with daily use and proper maintenance: regular cleaning with damp cloth, air drying, occasional conditioning with neutral wax. The patina that forms is valuable and increases authenticity. FKM rubber straps last 5-7 years maintaining elasticity, ideal for humid environments.
The next step
The right strap isn't chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
Request an appointment →Casati Milano · Via XX Settembre 15, Milan · by appointment only
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