Hey friends - I’m thinking about buying an OEM 1171 bracelet for my speedy 1863. I know a lot of people like the 1171 bracelet. Any feedback on this set up? Any pics? Also is there is a material difference between the various generations of the 1171 bracelet? Thanks again all!

 

I'd consider picking up the Uncle Seiko 1171 first to see if you like it - significantly cheaper and (per reviews) an excellent equivalent. I have one and it's OK, but it was a bit too light for my tastes - especially with hollow end links. I find the 1450 to be significantly more comfortable with the flat inside and to feel better with the solid end links.

 

Pics of the new OEM 1171

 

Thanks for this. The 1450 sounds awesome. Do you have the Uncle Seiko version?

 

I do, and it's a great bracelet. Everything feels solid and the clasp is nicely done. I ordered a genuine Omega clasp on eBay and swapped them out. Totally satisfied with it.

 

I concur with the recommendation for the Uncle Seiko 1450, which just came back into stock:

https://www.uncleseiko.com/products/us1450-president-bracelet-for-the-omega-speedmaster

Here it is on my 1863:

 

Maybe one thing to be considered with the new Omega 1171: I have a 16.5cm wrist and I am on the third hole of the micro adjustment. So it is maybe not the best choice for small wrists.

 

Thanks for this. I have a pretty large wrist so no issues there.

 

That means that there is no removable link on this one?

 

The 1171 bracelet is great!
https://omegaforums.net/threads/1171-the-versatile-bracelet.109401/

 

There are but after removing the removable links I have to go to the third hole of micro adjustment

 

I do. I posted my thoughts and some pics here

 

I love it. Do you know who large the taper is? Ie what’s the final width at the clasp in mm? I tried the new bracelet from the 3861 and I think it’s too much taper for me.

I like the idea of swapping clasps for an omega original. Are there certain models or years I should look for to make sure it fits?

thanks for the help!

 

Uncle Seiko 1450 tapers to 16mm, just like the original. Not quite as much as the 3861 bracelet, which tapers to 15mm.

 

This is the clasp I bought: https://www.ebay.com/itm/224445671851?hash=item34420129ab:g:p4cAAOSwdCVexvN-Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

 

Thanks. Do you know if the 1171 bracelet tappers down to the same width?

 

I was also looking for an omega clasp for the Uncle Seiko 1171 bracelet. I found this thread useful:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/need-input-for-speedmaster-bracelet-design.100804/page-35

So instead of getting the 1171 clasp I ordered the 1162 to fit the 16mm taper and the 10mm mid-link.

 

The Uncle Seiko? Yes. You can find all this information on his website:

https://www.uncleseiko.com/products/us1171-omega-speedmaster-bracelet-19mm-and-20mm

Stats :
Lug width to Buckle: 20mm to 16mm (19mm to 16mm)
Length (mm) : Long- 190mm, Short- 175mm
Min.length after adjusted : Long 130mm, Short 115mm
Buckle : Stamped 316L Stainless Steel 16mm Pressure Clasp
Thickness (mm) : 3.5mm
Net Weight (gram) : 56
Finish: Brushed
Spring bar diameter: 1.8mm
Lug end style : Standard (Hollow) Curved End
Adjustment type : Pins
Material : 316L Stainless Steel, all solid links (standard end links)
Designed to fit :19mm (FOIS) and 20mm Speedmaster, also some Seamaster models