Seamaster ref.145.020 "Soccer Time" Bracelet or Leather Band Recommendations?

zztopops · Aug 19, 2018

Hi, new to the forum and also vintage Omega ownership. I recently acquired a Seamaster Ref 145.020 "Soccer Time" circa late 60s. Not loving the rubber band with contrast red stitch it came with. Tried searching around for an original steel 22mm bracelet however they seem quite elusive.

Any suggestions for leather band alternatives - color, stitching etc (pics would be great)?
Do any modern steel bracelet(s) fit this case i.e. Planet Ocean 22mm OEM?

Thanks!

Magnix · Aug 19, 2018

I have two of them, and think the Soccer Timer is really a watch which looks the best on the steel bracelet...

You can look at the 1117 with 549 Endlinks, or the 1170 bracelet.

The 549 Endlinks are still available at the Omega service centers so dont buy them for too Much money on EBay..

simonsays · Aug 19, 2018

I have an 1159 with 549 end links that I can offer to a good home, PM me if you are interested and I wills end pictures

zztopops · Aug 19, 2018

Magnix
I have two of them, and think the Soccer Timer is really a watch which looks the best on the steel bracelet...
You can.

I was afraid you were going to say that 🙁. Can you share some pics of your soccer timers?

simonsays
I have an 1159 with 549 end links that I can offer to a good home, PM me if you are interested and I wills end pictures

That sounds interesting.

auxpomme · Aug 19, 2018

That is one spectacular watch

bieb1 · Aug 20, 2018

Very nice watch, congrats! Band choice is a tough one and very personal. Here is mine on a relatively thick leather band with black stitching and a standard chrome Omega clasp. Less sporty perhaps, but elegant in my view.