Introduction — The gold-finish screwed-rivet T-bar is a fixing system used on many Cartier watch straps and on certain Hermès and jewellery references. It comprises a transverse bar and a screwed peg providing invisible, symmetrical attachment.
Product overview
The set is machined from stainless steel with a thin gold-finish coating. The rivet screw is tightened with a 1.2 mm flat screwdriver. The bar features two side notches that hold it from rotating during tightening. The system is appreciated for its strength far above that of a regular spring bar: no spring to fatigue, the strap is mechanically locked.
Technical specifications
- Type: T-bar with screwed rivet
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- Material: {g['steel']} with coating
- Rivet diameter: 1.5 mm
- Compatibility: Cartier Tank, Santos, Pasha with rivet strap; equivalent references
- Required tooling: 1.2 mm flat screwdriver
- Quantity: 1 piece per bag
When to use it
This part is used to replace a broken or rusted bar on an original strap after removing both screws. It is also handy when changing the strap on a Cartier case where the leather strap must be firmly attached with no visible pin.
How to use
- Locate the two side screws of the strap at the base of the lugs.
- Unscrew with a 1.2 mm flat screwdriver under steady pressure.
- Pull the broken bar with fine pliers.
- Insert the new T-bar aligning the notches.
- Tighten the rivets crosswise without forcing; check strap squareness.
Quality and origin
Part matching genuine Cartier strap dimensions; it is not an official Cartier part but a compatible reference sold as a spare. The gold-finish coating is free from loose nickel.
FAQ
Does it fit every Cartier?
Classic rivet-strap models (Tank, Santos, Pasha, Roadster). For recent proprietary attachment models, check dimensions before buying.
Which rivet length should I choose?
Length depends on model. For a Tank Solo, 1.5 mm fits; for a Santos XL, 1.8 mm is needed (separate reference).
Is the screwdriver included?
No. A 1.2 mm flat screwdriver is required; it is available separately in our catalogue.
This reference — T-bar with screws – gold finish – rivet bar — is part of our watch-tooling catalogue, aimed both at the informed end-user and at the independent repairer. All our products ship from our European warehouse with a short lead time; orders placed before 2 p.m. on a working day are usually handed to the carrier the same day. We pay special attention to packing: every tool is wedged in bubble wrap or a fitted carton to avoid any mark in transit. If you are unsure about compatibility with your watch, please email our technical desk with brand, model and lug width in millimetres: we reply within 24 working hours.
We also stock a complete range of complementary consumables: spring-bar assortments, split-pin sets, Viton-grade o-rings, polishing compounds and SR, CR or LR format batteries. Those references can be added to your cart to share shipping cost. Our logistics favours recycled cardboard packaging and our plastic boxes are returnable when applicable. A watchmaker investing in tooling does so for several years: our products are picked accordingly, with a brief that prioritises manufacturing consistency over the cheapest price.
Every order leaves the warehouse with a clear paper invoice and the appropriate customs documentation when shipping outside the European Union. Returns are accepted within fourteen days as required by European consumer law, provided the product is returned unused in its original packaging. Our technical support remains available after delivery and can guide you through your first installation by e-mail, with photographs if you wish; this complimentary follow-up is part of the value we attach to every tool we sell, regardless of unit price. We also welcome suggestions for new references that you would like to find in our catalogue.
