Best straps for the Rolex Submariner
20 mm lugs, 40 mm case, reference 5513 (1962–1989). Try a strap below; the drawing is to scale.
Strap
Colour: Steel
Strap width20 mm
At the buckle16 mm
Lug to lug48 mm
Looks that work on the Rolex Submariner
Rolex Submariner specs
- Made
- 1962–1989
- Case
- 40 mm × 13.5 mm thick
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Lug to lug
- 48 mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Movement
- Calibre 1520/1530, automatic
- Water resistance
- 200 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 Submariner
What size strap fits the Rolex Submariner?
The Rolex Submariner 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 Submariner?
The case is 40 mm across, and about 48 mm from lug tip to lug tip.
What strap looks best on the Rolex Submariner?
Good options are a black rubber strap, a black and grey stripe NATO 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.