Rolex
Rolex Explorer 36 Strap Size — 20mm Lug Width
The Rolex Explorer 36 has a 20mm lug width, so it takes a 20mm watch strap.
Lug width20mm
| Lug width | 20 mm |
|---|---|
| Case diameter | 36 mm |
| Lug-to-lug | 43.5 mm |
| Thickness | 11.6 mm |
| Spring bar Ø | 1.8 mm |
| End type | Fitted ends best |
Strap styles that fit
- NATO / ZuluSingle-pass — always fits 20mm.
- PerlonWoven pass-through, 20mm.
- 2-piece leatherStraight ends fit; curved ends for a gapless look.
- Rubber / siliconeDivers & sports fit well.
- Milanese / meshSlides to 20mm.
- Metal braceletNeeds 20mm model-specific end-links.
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Rolex Explorer 36 — strap questions
What size strap does the Explorer 36 take?
The Rolex Explorer 36 has a 20mm lug width, so you need a 20mm watch strap.
Will any 20mm strap fit the Explorer 36?
Yes for straight-lug styles (NATO, leather, rubber). For a gapless look, pick curved/fitted ends. A metal bracelet needs 20mm end-links made for this model.
What spring bar size does the Explorer 36 use?
Roughly 1.8mm diameter.
Is the Explorer 36 good for strap swapping?
Very — with standard 20mm lugs you can switch between NATO, leather, rubber and mesh straps in seconds with a spring-bar tool.