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Orinoco111
·Just got mine today from a local Omega boutique so as to start a rotation with my 116523 Daytona. I like that this is very different than the Rolex.[/QUOTE
enjoy!
Seamaster 300m ➡️ my experience
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mrmike585
·On an Uncle Seiko 1450. Totally changed the look and feel of this timepiece, in a very positive way (my opinion)
I do like the stock bracelet and feel it is iconic, but this Uncle Seiko bracelet feels fantastic and I think looks much better.
My woman immediately noticed and said “wow I like that a lot” so it has passed the test of a woman’s keen eye for aesthetic lol
This one came with solid end links that are a very nice, precise fit to the factory case. I had to manipulate the provided spring bars ever so slightly, I gave them a little tweak, giving them a very bend. I could not get them to fully seat before I tweaked them.
I saw a post on Uncle Seikos Instagram featuring a BB58 and this bracelet, but with a push button clasp and I thought that looked awesome and I’d be a first day buyer if that gets brought to market.
Fast shipping as well, can’t recommend this bracelet enough and the price is extremely reasonable for the quality
I do like the stock bracelet and feel it is iconic, but this Uncle Seiko bracelet feels fantastic and I think looks much better.
My woman immediately noticed and said “wow I like that a lot” so it has passed the test of a woman’s keen eye for aesthetic lol
This one came with solid end links that are a very nice, precise fit to the factory case. I had to manipulate the provided spring bars ever so slightly, I gave them a little tweak, giving them a very bend. I could not get them to fully seat before I tweaked them.
I saw a post on Uncle Seikos Instagram featuring a BB58 and this bracelet, but with a push button clasp and I thought that looked awesome and I’d be a first day buyer if that gets brought to market.
Fast shipping as well, can’t recommend this bracelet enough and the price is extremely reasonable for the quality
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wilfreb
·While a like the design on that bracelet (Rolex like) I don't like how it looks on the SMP.
It's like taking a Royal Oak and put it on a oyster like bracelet, for me the SMP bracelet while not perfect, is what complements the awesome unique look of this iconic watch. It's like taking originality away and making it ordinary.
Of course, to each its own and in the end its nice to have choices, I change the bracelet to rubber from time to time, always coming back to the bracelet, I just prefer the look and the feel.
Cheers
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mrmike585
·I too change straps and bracelets frequently. That is one the most fun aspects of wearing a watch for me, I enjoy tinkering and playing with different straps etc and Im always looking for the next one. I think certain watches and even brands as a whole are more suited for experimenting and Omega is one of those brands in my opinion.
There are some who believe that that quality detracts from the brand as a whole, but I am completely opposed to that and think it is a positive and heightens the experience and enjoyment of owning a particular watch
I dont think I would fiddle around or experiment with straps and bracelets on a Nautilus lol
God bless brother, this has become an excellent thread !
There are some who believe that that quality detracts from the brand as a whole, but I am completely opposed to that and think it is a positive and heightens the experience and enjoyment of owning a particular watch
I dont think I would fiddle around or experiment with straps and bracelets on a Nautilus lol
God bless brother, this has become an excellent thread !
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jets
·On an Uncle Seiko 1450. Totally changed the look and feel of this timepiece, in a very positive way (my opinion)
I do like the stock bracelet and feel it is iconic, but this Uncle Seiko bracelet feels fantastic and I think looks much better.
My woman immediately noticed and said “wow I like that a lot” so it has passed the test of a woman’s keen eye for aesthetic lol
This one came with solid end links that are a very nice, precise fit to the factory case. I had to manipulate the provided spring bars ever so slightly, I gave them a little tweak, giving them a very bend. I could not get them to fully seat before I tweaked them.
I saw a post on Uncle Seikos Instagram featuring a BB58 and this bracelet, but with a push button clasp and I thought that looked awesome and I’d be a first day buyer if that gets brought to market.
Fast shipping as well, can’t recommend this bracelet enough and the price is extremely reasonable for the quality
That bracelet would look sick on the Nekton version. I dig it. For which model is that bracelet made ?
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mrmike585
·It will fit a nekton for sure. It is marketed as fitting all of the post 2018 ceramic wave seamasters with 20mm lug spacing. It came with solid end links which mate up perfectly to the seamaster case, like I mentioned previousy I did have to give the springbars a very slight radius to get them to seat all the way, this would be my only critique and it may be unique to the end links I received.
I work in a manufacturing plant and I can tell you that even with high end equipment you will use some of your allowed tolerances and with quality timepieces your margin for error is obviously quite small
I would buy again and would recommend anyone wanting a new look and wrist feel try one out. Fantastic quality considering the very reasonable cost
I work in a manufacturing plant and I can tell you that even with high end equipment you will use some of your allowed tolerances and with quality timepieces your margin for error is obviously quite small
I would buy again and would recommend anyone wanting a new look and wrist feel try one out. Fantastic quality considering the very reasonable cost
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wilfreb
·I too change straps and bracelets frequently. That is one the most fun aspects of wearing a watch for me, I enjoy tinkering and playing with different straps etc and Im always looking for the next one. I think certain watches and even brands as a whole are more suited for experimenting and Omega is one of those brands in my opinion.
There are some who believe that that quality detracts from the brand as a whole, but I am completely opposed to that and think it is a positive and heightens the experience and enjoyment of owning a particular watch
I dont think I would fiddle around or experiment with straps and bracelets on a Nautilus lol
God bless brother, this has become an excellent thread !
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wilfreb
·It will fit a nekton for sure. It is marketed as fitting all of the post 2018 ceramic wave seamasters with 20mm lug spacing. It came with solid end links which mate up perfectly to the seamaster case, like I mentioned previousy I did have to give the springbars a very slight radius to get them to seat all the way, this would be my only critique and it may be unique to the end links I received.
I work in a manufacturing plant and I can tell you that even with high end equipment you will use some of your allowed tolerances and with quality timepieces your margin for error is obviously quite small
I would buy again and would recommend anyone wanting a new look and wrist feel try one out. Fantastic quality considering the very reasonable cost
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mrmike585
·https://www.uncleseiko.com/collections/seamaster
Those are all the omega bracelets he has and the model I bought was the “1450” at a cost of 129.99
Lightweight and more flexible than the stock bracelet. Totally different wrist feel.
The stock bracelet is built like a tank, I hesitate to use the words “flimsy” or “cheap” when comparing these two bracelets, because the Uncle Seiko is definitely quality, but they are a stark contrast from each other
The Uncle Seiko is vintage inspired without a doubt, stamped stainless steel fold over clasp, but everything else is solid stainless links and end links
Those are all the omega bracelets he has and the model I bought was the “1450” at a cost of 129.99
Lightweight and more flexible than the stock bracelet. Totally different wrist feel.
The stock bracelet is built like a tank, I hesitate to use the words “flimsy” or “cheap” when comparing these two bracelets, because the Uncle Seiko is definitely quality, but they are a stark contrast from each other
The Uncle Seiko is vintage inspired without a doubt, stamped stainless steel fold over clasp, but everything else is solid stainless links and end links
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wilfreb
·https://www.uncleseiko.com/collections/seamaster
Those are all the omega bracelets he has and the model I bought was the “1450” at a cost of 129.99
Lightweight and more flexible than the stock bracelet. Totally different wrist feel.
The stock bracelet is built like a tank, I hesitate to use the words “flimsy” or “cheap” when comparing these two bracelets, because the Uncle Seiko is definitely quality, but they are a stark contrast from each other
The Uncle Seiko is vintage inspired without a doubt, stamped stainless steel fold over clasp, but everything else is solid stainless links and end links
i see, the clasp is a letdown, but i get the appeal, they look really good,
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Aadamo188
·The #bond bracelet polarizing yet unique, iconic, original, comfy, I love it.
And the new version is much nicer, flatter, modern and better finished.
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Aadamo188
·The Seamaster 300m is (IMO) unquestionably the best value in all of horology that can be bought new (not considering resale).
Being that it is still regularly discounted 5-20%, there is no way in hell this should be a $4000-5000 watch brand new with warranty. Especially in a market where demand for luxury watches has exploded. Nothing even comes close value wise. 300m resistance, METAS certified, Open caseback, date complication, beautiful waved dial, stout metal bracelet, brand recognition. There are brands with off the shelf movements that approach the price point of the Omega Diver now.
This watch retails for a whopping $3950 less than a Submariner Date. When adjusted for discount, it is literally half the price of the Rolex (which I love). Regardless of where you stand from a subjective design standpoint, the 300m sits at the top of the bang for your buck platfor,. It's a stunning piece which gets me more than my fair share of compliments to be sure.
