1976The first Q&Q watches, mechanical models for export, went on sale worldwide. The name stands for Quality and Quantity.
1980The brand began producing analog quartz and digital watches in 1980 and 1981.
1995Q&Q introduced its first solar-powered watches.
2013The SmileSolar series launched, with part of the proceeds donated to the TABLE FOR TWO school meal programme.
More Q&Q references, by line
Lines without a guide page yet: every reference we list for them, with its strap size.
SmileSolar 20BAR Series 003
20BAR Series 003 ブラック RP30-00220 mm
20BAR Series 003 ホワイト RP30-00120 mm
FAQ
What lug width do Q&Q watches use?
18 mm is the most common (36% of Q&Q references with a listed width), followed by 20 mm and 14 mm.
Do all Q&Q watches take the same strap size?
No. Q&Q uses 6 different lug widths across its collections, so check your exact model or reference.
When was Q&Q founded?
Q&Q was founded in 1976 in Japan.
Help
What is lug width?
The gap between the two lugs that hold the strap, in millimetres. A new strap must match it exactly: 20 mm lugs take a 20 mm strap.
Measure it in 30 seconds
Take the strap off, or look at the back of it: many straps print their width.
Measure the inside gap between the lugs with a caliper or a millimetre ruler.
Round to the nearest whole millimetre. Most watches use 18, 20 or 22 mm.
Strap, quick release or system?
Most watches use spring bars, so any strap of the right width fits. Many smartwatches use their own band system instead, such as Apple Watch bands or Garmin QuickFit.