Strap for Style 38 Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold / Fluted / Burgundy / Strap

The Tudor Style 12513-0023 has a lug width of 20 millimetres. This standard measurement, taken between the spring bar pins that attach the strap to the lugs, accommodates a wide range of compatible aftermarket straps. To verify correct measurement, position a ruler perpendicular to the case between the two strap attachment points on the lugs.

For the 12513-0023, we recommend straps in cognac or black alligator, or noble calf leather with vegetable tanning. Alligator enhances the yellow gold component of the two-tone case, whilst calf in neutral tones amplifies everyday versatility. For sporty use, rubber or rubberised leather straps offer practicality without compromising elegance.

Strap replacement requires a spring bar tool to compress the elastic pins at the lugs. Position the tool in the lateral grooves of the pin, compress gently and slide the old strap away. Repeat on the opposite side. Insert the new strap, aligning it correctly, and allow the pin to click into position. We recommend performing this operation on a soft surface to prevent scratches.

Yes, the Tudor Style 12513-0023 accepts third-party straps with 20mm lug width. It is essential to verify that the leather thickness at the strap base is proportionate to the case (generally 3.5–4mm for the gold-steel two-tone). Avoid straps with transparent deployantes, as the yellow gold and steel require a solid buckle that maintains visual balance.

A noble leather strap (alligator, calf or shell cordovan) on a daily-wear watch like the 12513-0023 maintains aesthetic and mechanical integrity between two and four years, depending on intensity of use and climate. Vegetable-tanned straps develop a natural patina that can extend perceived beauty to five to six years. Primary wear points are the lug hole (gradual widening) and leather elasticity at the fold. Preventive measures: rotate the strap weekly across different holes, store in a dry environment, and have the strap re-sewn once yearly by a specialist.