Watch GlossaryWatch Lug

What is a watch lug?

Perhaps one of the most underrated elements found on a watch, lugs are actually of immense importance when it comes to defining their meaning. Lugs in a watch are parts of the case to which a watch strap or bracelet is attached. In fact, they are also popularly known as ‘horns’, and without them, one would not be able to strap a timepiece on to the wrist, thereby making it fairly useless. Lugs in a watch are also essential since they provide support to the watch band and prevent it from loosening or breaking. A watch lug is a thin metal rod fixed between the case horns for attaching a watch strap. They are highly functional and are also defined as ‘projections’ that act like a bridge to attach the watch case to the band, by using metal spring bars. They are also extremely important because the width between the lugs is crucial to finding the right band for your watch. On the other hand, from a design perspective, the shape and style of the lugs also have an overall impact on the look and feel of a timepiece.