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Space Compax Bracelet Options / Ideas ??

  1. Mapearso Mar 8, 2017

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    I'll start by saying I'm not really a fan of straps on the Space Compax. Just my personal preference, mainly because I think the original bracelets are so darn cool.

    I have a Space Compax Mk2 which wants an original bracelet. As we all know, these are not easy to find (just lost out on an eBay auction for a correct JB Champion... sigh). I know that I'll eventually find one, but in the meantime, I'm wondering if anyone has suggestions for other makes that used a very similar style and size bracelet?

    For example, I've seen 20mm Certina JB Champion bracelets that are close in size but the style ain't quite right (see photo). Or, the Zodiac GMT/Sea Wolf JB Champion is very similar in style (see photos) but the endlinks are too small at 17.5mm. Or perhaps there are bracelets that aren't similar at all in style (Oyster? Jubilee?) that still wear well on the Space Compax.

    Thoughts? Pictures? Suggestions?
    Thanks!

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  2. Diabolik Mar 8, 2017

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  3. HeuerLoon Mar 8, 2017

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  4. Mapearso Mar 8, 2017

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    ThanksHeuerLoon. Yes, you can't beat a GF bracelet... But I'd take a JB Champion too!
    The oyster is so ... Rolex but I still kinda like it
    SC barn 9.jpg ug sc mk1 is12.jpg ug sc mk1 is13.jpg
     
  5. Mapearso Mar 20, 2017

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    Jubilee?

    sc on jubilee.jpg sc on jubilee2.jpg
     
  6. Mapearso Mar 23, 2017

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    Incoming :)

    Can't wait 'til it arrives!

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  7. HeuerLoon Mar 23, 2017

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    Much better than any after market option. It's a 70s bracelet, so not period correct for the 1st execution. It certainly beats a jubilee bracelet
     
  8. Mapearso Mar 23, 2017

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    Thanks HeuerLoon. To be clear and per above, It's for my mk2 / 2nd execution Space Compax ... So I'm pretty sure it's the correct bracelet.. and if it's not THE correct bracelet then it's period-correct.
     
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  9. Dre Mar 23, 2017

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    It's actually early 60s bracelet, that's the logo from 1960-1964. Not the most attractive logo IMO, but I think it might be an earlier year than your Space-Compax. Definitely much better than an after market bracelet!
     
  10. Mapearso Mar 24, 2017

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    yes. thanks!

    Interesting that the same bracelet is on another Mk2 / 2nd execution space compax on thebay



    mk2 bracelet 4.jpg

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    it will also be interesting / informative to see if the bracelet has a date stamp...

    regarding your assertion that the logo is from 1960 - 64.. that seems inconsistent with what i've come across. i am not an expert on this brand, but i've seen this logo on some very 1970s-looking bracelets / watches

    here --

    26mm.jpg

    brace 1.jpg

    brace 2.jpg

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    still learning so if anyone has more info do tell!!

    thanks!!
     
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  11. Dre Mar 24, 2017

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    The tuning fork dial is a later UG logo, as well as the box on the bracelet. Probably some old 1960s inventory that got marketed in the 70s.
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  12. Carlton-Browne Mar 24, 2017

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    I picked up a loose case and bracelet identical to that combination a few years ago for a pittance, for what it's worth. I'd say it's kosher but what's slightly fascinating is that the endlinks on both the one you've quoted and on mine are not the same.

    Edit: This didn't come out the way it was intended. I mean that the endlinks on the Ebay sale linked to and the one that I bought appear to have different end links at 6 & 12.
     
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  13. keywerd Mar 24, 2017

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    Not sure if this info will help but maybe another piece to the puzzle. I have this bracelet which came on a 60s tri compax which the seller claimed was original to the watch. No date stamped on the bracelet.
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  14. Mapearso Mar 24, 2017

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    Thanks all for the helpful replies. Always nice to learn a bit more about these

    BTW -- Dibs on the bracelet(s) should you ever decide to part with them!