Tissot · T-Race
Strap for Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04
The T-Race Quartz Orange takes 21 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 T-Race T048.417.27.057.04
What strap size does the Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04 take?
The Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04 needs 21 mm between the lugs, usually 18 mm at the buckle. It's the size I've been fitting on it for years.
Can the strap on the Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04 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 T-Race T048.417.27.057.04?
Yes, in 21 mm leather. On a 45 mm case a calf strap works every day; if you want something more, alligator.
Which strap do you recommend for the Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04?
A 21 mm calf strap, for every day. You'll find it ready in the 21 mm collection. If you'd rather have something built on your wrist, the Casati atelier.
Straps for the T-Race T048.417.27.057.04
Selected for the 21 mm lug width · workshop selection
Hammered calfskin strap in cuoio€98
Saffiano Leather Strap Brown — Tone-on-Tone Stitching€90
Hammered Black Calfskin Strap — Ecru Stitching★ 5 · 4€98
Millennium Green Alligator Strap★ 5 · 1€195
The T-Race T048.417.27.057.04, seen from the bench
Frequently asked questions
What is the best strap material for the Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04?
Selection depends on intended use. Vegetable-tanned alligator offers elegance with evolving patina, ideal for those seeking refinement. Dark calf leather (black, smoke grey) maintains the original tactical character. FKM rubber ensures resistance to extreme temperatures and solvents. NATO nylon adds chromatic versatility. For long-term investment, shell cordovan with vegetable tanning develops a deep patina that unifies aesthetically with the steel case.
Is the Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04 compatible with aftermarket straps?
Yes, fully compatible. The 21 mm lug width permits use of any strap constructed to this width. However, given the case diameter (45.30 mm), selecting straps with proportionate thickness and structure is advisable: leather minimum 1.6–2.0 mm, reinforced buckles. Quality artisanal 21 mm straps guarantee superior compatibility to low-range industrial models, avoiding detachment or anomalous stress.
How long does a leather strap last on the Tissot T-Race T048.417.27.057.04?
Longevity depends on material and usage. Vegetable-tanned calf, with natural tanning, typically resists 3–5 years of moderate daily wear. Alligator, owing to superior fibre density, can exceed 7–10 years. Shell cordovan, with proper maintenance (conditioning with natural wax every 12–18 months), extends life beyond a decade. Direct exposure to sunlight, water, and solvents reduces durability. FKM rubber maintains structural integrity 5–8 years before stiffening. Frequent buckle and lug rotation accelerates mechanical wear; professional artisanal straps require minimal preventive maintenance.
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.
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