Strap for Racing-Touch Black / Rubber

The lug width of the Tissot Touch T002.520.17.051.01 is 20 mm. This measurement is taken as the perpendicular distance between the inner edge of the left lug and the inner edge of the right lug on the watch case. This is the standard width for mid-to-large sports watches and ensures compatibility with the majority of artisan straps available in the secondary market.

For the Tissot Touch T002.520.17.051.01, we recommend: alligator for formal settings without compromising its instrumental character; vegetable-tanned calf leather for refined elegance and patina development over time; military-grade nylon NATO for maximum functionality and aesthetic simplicity; natural rubber or fluoroelastomer for daily reliability and practicality. Choice depends on intended use: smart-casual formality suggests premium leather, whilst sports or travel use favours NATO or rubber.

Strap replacement is executed via spring bars integrated into the watch's lugs. Obtain a dedicated spring bar tool with a fine tip. Insert the tip beneath the spring bar, apply gentle pressure to retract the spring, remove the existing strap, then insert the new strap's lugs into the opposite lug holes. The procedure takes approximately two minutes and requires no technical experience. For maximum safety, entrust the operation to a professional if you lack the proper tool.

Yes, any strap with a 20 mm lug width is compatible with the Tissot Touch T002.520.17.051.01. Before purchasing, verify that the strap is specifically dimensioned at 20 mm and that the width is measured between the attachment loops (contact points with the spring bars). Artisan aftermarket straps (leather, NATO, rubber) of certified quality ensure durability and aesthetics equivalent to original models, often with customised colour and texture solutions.

Leather strap longevity varies based on hide quality, frequency of use, and environmental conditions. High-quality calf leather (such as those supplied by Casati Milano) typically lasts 3-5 years with daily wear, developing patina and aesthetic character over time. Alligator leather, inherently more durable, can exceed 7 years. Longevity increases significantly if the strap undergoes periodic maintenance (cleaning, hydration with specialised creams, protection from excessive moisture). NATO and rubber straps, devoid of leather's biological degradation, last indefinitely with simple periodic washing.