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Authentic TROPIC® strap based on the original design.
The TROPIC® rubber watch strap is an iconic dive strap design originally developed for diving conditions. Its perforated layout has become a long-standing favorite for both vintage and modern tool watches.
Modern TROPIC® straps retain the classic profile, pairing a distinctly retro aesthetic with contemporary manufacturing.
TROPIC® straps are made from 100% vulcanized rubber and are completely silicone-free. The material is waterproof, hypoallergenic, and nontoxic, making it suitable for regular water exposure and prolonged contact with the skin. Vulcanized rubber has a denser, more resilient character than soft silicone, allowing the strap to hold its shape over time.
The surface features the original cross-hatched “tapestry” texture and perforated layout introduced in the 1960s. Rounded strap ends are a modern update that improves comfort while preserving the structured, retro profile of the original design.
Length:
125mm / 85mm (fits wrists 7.0–8.0in)
Taper:
20mm strap width fits:
22mm strap width fits:
Swim ready, suitable for swimming and regular water exposure.
Clean with lukewarm water and mild soap as needed. Rinse thoroughly and allow to air dry fully. Avoid solvents, abrasives and petroleum-based cleaners.
TROPIC® rubber watch straps first appeared in the early 1960s and became closely associated with professional dive watches. The original design addressed the demands of underwater use through its distinctive texture and ventilation pattern.
Originally manufactured in Switzerland, TROPIC® straps were adopted by leading dive watch manufacturers and later became a reference point for vintage watch collectors. Revived by Swiss watch company Synchron, modern TROPIC® straps are now produced in Italy using 100% vulcanized rubber, maintaining the character of the original design with improved durability.
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