Vintage Watch Strap – BestFit Tropic – 23322 – 22 mm – Rubber – Black – Swiss Made

This is an authentic BestFit Tropic watch strap in black rubber — a two-piece vintage strap from the 1960s-1970s, Swiss Made. T

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BestFit Tropic Watch Strap — 22 mm Rubber Black Swiss Made

Overview

This is an authentic BestFit Tropic watch strap in black rubber — a two-piece vintage strap from the 1960s-1970s, Swiss Made. The strap features a textured surface, a silver-colored pin buckle, and the classic Tropic Sport profile with four large rounded rectangular cutouts on each piece. It is graded Excellent in our Condition Grading Scale below.

BestFit Tropic straps are a recognized name among vintage watch enthusiasts, known for their distinctive rubber construction and sporty aesthetic. This BestFit Tropic watch strap carries the brand’s hallmark markings, confirming its Swiss origin and period-correct design.

Specifications

The strap measures approximately 22 mm at the watch lugs, tapering to approximately 16 mm at the buckle end. The short piece is approximately 75 mm, and the long piece is approximately 115 mm. The strap is made from black rubber with a textured surface. The longer piece has six adjustment holes. The shorter piece has a period correct silver-colored pin buckle and one keeper loop. The strap has a visible tapered construction, from 22 mm to 16 mm.

The strap is marked 22 mm | TROPIC SPORT | WATER PROOF | 23322 | SWISS MADE. The buckle is marked STAINLESS STEEL. No additional hardware, spring bars, or tools are included. This BestFit Tropic watch strap will fit any compatible watches with 22 mm lug width.

Notes

  • The article is sold “AS IS”. Please read our Warranty Policy before purchasing.
  • Any parts not explicitly mentioned in this description or not visible in the accompanying photographs are not included.
  • Colors may appear slightly different across various screens and devices so we cannot guarantee an exact screen-to-reality color match.

Frequently Asked Questions

What watches will this BestFit Tropic watch strap fit?
This BestFit Tropic watch strap is for watches with a 22 mm lug width. The strap tapers to 16 mm at the buckle. You should verify that your watch case has 22 mm between the lugs before ordering.
Does the strap include spring bars or a buckle?
The strap includes the visible silver-colored pin buckle. No spring bars, tools, or additional hardware are included. The buckle is marked STAINLESS STEEL.
What is the condition of this vintage strap?
This strap is graded Excellent in our Condition Grading Scale. As a vintage item from the 1960s-1970s, it may show minor signs of age consistent with storage. It is sold AS IS — please review the photographs carefully before purchasing.
What is your return policy for this item?
All items are sold AS IS due to their vintage and pre-owned nature. Returns are accepted only if we shipped the incorrect item. Change of mind, incompatibility with your specific watch, or cosmetic imperfections inherent to a vintage item are not valid reasons for return. Please see our full Returns and Refunds Policy for details.
What warranty applies to this purchase?
We offer a 7-Day Latent Defect / DOA (Dead on Arrival) Protection period. This is not a warranty against future failure — it covers cases where the item arrives in a condition not as described. Installation risk and compatibility are the buyer’s responsibility. See our Warranty Policy for full terms.
Watch Parts Condition Guide

⌚ Watch Components Condition Guide

Professional grading scale for movements, cases, dials, crowns, crystals, straps, buckles, and steel bracelets

ComponentMint (A+)Excellent (A)Good (B)Fair (C)Poor (D)
⚙️ Watch MovementsMint A+NOS / freshly serviced or factory new, flawless bridges, no marks.Excellent AClean, functional, minor handling marks, no rust.Good BRunning, may need service, visible wear on plates, keeps correct time.Fair CRuns erratically, low amplitude, some corrosion or prior non-pro repair.Poor DNon-running, broken parts, heavy rust, only suitable for parts.
📦 Watch CasesMint A+Unpolished, sharp edges, original finishing, no dings or wear marks.Excellent ALight hairlines, unpolished or light professional polish, case shape crisp.Good BModerate wear, minor dings, polished previously but thickness remains.Fair CVisible dents, over-polished, light pitting, possible aftermarket parts.Poor DHeavy corrosion, deep pitting, stripped threads, bent or missing parts.
🎨 Watch DialsMint A+Perfect finish, no flaws, luminous intact, printing razor-sharp, NOS.Excellent AVery light patina, all markers present, original, visually appealing.Good BUniform patina, minor edge wear, faint marks, printing fully legible.Fair CVisible scratches, flaking near edges, possible touched-up markers.Poor DSevere damage: missing indices, large paint loss, illegible printing.
👑 Watch CrownsMint A+Original signed, sharp logo, smooth winding, gasket fresh, water-ready.Excellent ALight microscratches, logo clear, functions perfectly, seals effective.Good BPlating wear on edges, logo slightly faded, threads engage well.Fair CWorn knurling, aftermarket, some corrosion, threads stiff.Poor DSevere corrosion, broken stem interface, non-functional, salvage only.
💎 Watch CrystalsMint A+Flawless, no scratches or chips, OEM crystal, perfect clarity.Excellent AMicro-scratches only visible under loupe, no chips or cracks.Good BSuperficial hairline scratches, can be polished, no structural issues.Fair CVisible scratches, small edge chip, clarity reduced.Poor DCracked, shattered, heavily crazed, missing chunks, must be replaced.
🧵 Watch StrapsMint A+Unworn, original buckle, leather supple, stitching perfect, no stains.Excellent ALightly worn, minimal flex marks, stitching intact, clean.Good BModerate wear, edge wear visible, usable but shows age.Fair CCracking leather, loose stitching, stretched holes, cosmetic flaws.Poor DBroken, torn, extreme stiffness, non-functional, replacement needed.
🔗 Buckles (Tang/Deployant)Mint A+NOS finish, logo crisp, perfect closure, joints like new.Excellent AMinor surface wear, logo fully visible, mechanism smooth.Good BVisible scratches, light plating wear, clasp secures properly.Fair CHeavy wear, logo faded, minor rust, function slightly affected.Poor DBroken hinge, severe corrosion, cannot hold strap, unserviceable.
⛓️ Steel BraceletsMint A+Unworn, full links, protective stickers, perfect articulation, no stretch.Excellent AMinor hairlines on clasp, very light stretch, original finish preserved.Good BModerate stretch, light scratches, clasp locks securely.Fair CNoticeable stretch, deep scratches, weak clasp closure.Poor DExcessive stretch, broken links, clasp broken, unsafe for wear.
⚡ Grading based on industry standards • Mint = as new / NOS • Excellent = light wear • Good = honest wear • Fair = functional with flaws • Poor = needs restoration
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