Strap matcher

Best straps for the Cartier Tank Basculante

18 mm lugs, 26 mm case (since 1932). Try a strap below; the drawing is to scale.

Cartier Tank Basculante on a black leather strap
Strap
Colour: Black
Strap width18 mm
At the buckle16 mm
Lug to lug38 mm

Looks that work on the Cartier Tank Basculante

Cartier Tank Basculante specs

Made
since 1932
Case
26 mm, rectangular
Lug width
18 mm
Lug to lug
38 mm
Case material
stainless steel
Movement
Manual winding
Water resistance
30 m

We couldn't confirm these sizes from a published spec sheet, so they're our best estimate. Measure your lug width before you buy: here's how.

Strap size for the Cartier Tank Basculante

What size strap fits the Cartier Tank Basculante?

The Cartier Tank Basculante takes 18 mm straps: its lug width is 18 mm. A leather strap will usually taper to 16 mm at the buckle.

How big is the Cartier Tank Basculante?

The case is 26 mm wide, and about 38 mm from lug tip to lug tip.

What strap looks best on the Cartier Tank Basculante?

Good options are an oxblood leather strap, a grey suede strap, a steel mesh bracelet. Try them all on the drawing above.

Sizes come from published specs. Check yours before you buy: how to measure lug width.