Best straps for the Rolex Explorer
20 mm lugs, 36 mm case, reference 14270 (1989–2001). Try a strap below; the drawing is to scale.
Strap
Colour: Steel
Strap width20 mm
At the buckle16 mm
Lug to lug44 mm
Looks that work on the Rolex Explorer
Rolex Explorer specs
- Made
- 1989–2001
- Case
- 36 mm × 12 mm thick
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Lug to lug
- 44 mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Movement
- Calibre 3000, automatic
- Water resistance
- 100 m
From the maker's published figures, gathered with AI help and not yet checked against a watch in hand. Measure your lugs before you buy.
Strap size for the Rolex Explorer
What size strap fits the Rolex Explorer?
The Rolex Explorer takes 20 mm straps: its lug width is 20 mm. A leather strap will usually taper to 18 mm at the buckle.
How big is the Rolex Explorer?
The case is 36 mm across, and about 44 mm from lug tip to lug tip.
What strap looks best on the Rolex Explorer?
Good options are an olive NATO strap, a tan leather strap, a taupe suede strap. Try them all on the drawing above.
Sizes come from published specs. Check yours before you buy: how to measure lug width.