How do you replace a watch strap yourself?

A leather watch strap wears down the more you wear it, so it needs to be replaced from time to time. The same applies to sports watch straps, for example when a small tear appears in the strap. No panic. Is your watch strap worn out? Then you can easily fit a new one yourself within 2 minutes(!). Choose the new look for your watch from our range of 25,000+ watch straps.

Follow the steps below to remove a watch strap from the watch case yourself:

1. Place the watch upside down on a soft surface.
2. Gently push the strap slightly to the side with your fingers.
3. Use a thin object or our springbar removal tool and press the pin slightly inwards, so it comes loose from the case.
4. Remove the strap.

Want to fit the new watch strap? Follow these steps:

1. Place the watch upside down on a soft surface.
2. Let part of the pin stick out of the strap and place it in the hole in the watch case.
3. Place the strap at the back of the watch to prevent visible damage.
4. Take the springbar removal tool, press the pin inwards and place the pin in the hole.

Would you rather see how to replace a watch strap? Watch the video by watchmaker Rogier Koershuis. He shows you how easy it is to replace a watch strap:

Would you rather have it done by a specialist? Then visit our watch strap Experience Center. Our whole team can replace watch straps while you enjoy the best coffee in town!