Watch Straps for the TAG Heuer Monaco
The TAG Heuer Monaco is one of the most iconic watches ever made — the square case, left-hand crown, and blue dial are forever associated with Steve McQueen's wrist in 1970's Le Mans. The Monaco (CBL2111, 39mm square case) uses a 22mm lug width. Its avant-garde square design suits leather and rubber straps that complement its bold personality. Official Monaco straps cost $150–$300. Other sites have leather and rubber alternatives from $6.
Buying tips
- 01The Monaco uses 22mm spring bars — well-represented on other sites in leather and rubber.
- 02The square case looks best with a simple, flat leather strap — avoid thick, sporty rubber which fights the design.
- 03Blue leather or blue rubber directly references the iconic Monaco CBL2111's distinctive blue dial.
- 04A dark navy or black leather gives the Monaco a formal character befitting its Le Mans heritage.
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What lug width is the TAG Heuer Monaco?
The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph (CBL2111, 39mm square case) uses a 22mm lug width. The Monaco Calibre 02 also uses 22mm. The Monaco Gulf Special Edition uses 22mm. 22mm is a common strap width with excellent other sites coverage in leather, rubber, and NATO. The Monaco's square case has its own unusual lug architecture — straps with a flat end seat cleanly. The Monaco's crown-at-9 design means the left-hand crown can occasionally interact with very thick strap tails — standard-thickness leather and rubber straps have no issue.
What strap looks best on the TAG Heuer Monaco?
The TAG Heuer Monaco's square case and motorsport heritage calls for simple, clean leather. Dark navy blue calfskin leather is the most iconic and period-correct choice — echoing the blue dial of the original CBL2111 that Steve McQueen wore in Le Mans. Search 'calfskin leather watch strap 22mm blue' or '22mm slim leather strap' on other sites for $8–$18 options. Black leather is the most versatile alternative. For a sportier approach, a perforated rubber strap in black or dark blue gives the Monaco a contemporary racing character. The key constraint: the Monaco's square case looks better with slim, flat leather (under 4mm) than with thick padded leather that disrupts the case's strong geometric lines.