Strap for Banana Centenary Edition Yellow Gold PVD / Champagne

The lug width of the Tissot Heritage T117.509.36.022.00 is 20 millimetres. This measurement, standard for 27mm compact timepieces, is taken as the internal space between the watch's two lugs. All 20mm-compatible straps fit your watch perfectly.

The ideal strap depends on intended use. For formal settings, we recommend vegetable-tanned calf leather or genuine alligator, both elevating the watch's classical elegance. For robust daily wear, vulcanised rubber offers durability without aesthetic compromise. NATO straps, whilst less conventional, add sporting versatility whilst maintaining Heritage design coherence.

Strap replacement is straightforward. Obtain a spring bar removal tool (a small screwdriver or dedicated implement). Position the watch on a stable surface, locate the small lateral hole on the lug, insert the tool and gently extract the spring bar. Repeat for the opposite side. Insert the new spring bars (typically supplied with the replacement strap) in identical fashion. The operation requires minutes and no particular expertise.

Any strap with a 20mm lug width is compatible with the T117.509.36.022.00. Verify that the strap thickness matches the original (typically 4–5mm at the lug area) for correct fit. milanostraps.it offers a curated selection of artisanal 20mm straps, featuring traced leather, vintage calf leather and premium materials selected for this model.

Durability depends on material and usage patterns. A quality vegetable-tanned calf strap, with moderate daily wear, resists 3–5 years before replacement becomes necessary. Alligator, more resilient, lasts 5–7 years. Humidity exposure, sunlight and usage frequency influence longevity. Proper maintenance (periodic cleaning, annual conditioning) extends strap life, whilst degradation is natural and imparts fascinating patina to consciously aged leather.