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US1171 President Bracelet Thread

  1. Uncle Seiko Apr 17, 2020

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    Hey guys, I know a lot of you have been awaiting the release of the Uncle Seiko 1171 President, so here are a few pics. It is super light and comfortable, and while I am biased, admittedly, it makes wearing the watch so much more enjoyable. My only oversight that I can see is that I didn't make enough removable links, so if you are in the 6-inch (15cm) range, you will have to tuck some bracelet under the clasp. Oh well, live and learn.

    (Sorry about the pictures. Not a great time of day to shoot)

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  2. hanky6 Apr 17, 2020

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    That looks great, where do I buy it?
     
  3. Uncle Seiko Apr 17, 2020

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    I will hopefully have it on my website by Monday.
     
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  4. Togri v. 2.0 Wow! Custom title... cool Apr 17, 2020

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    I think it looks absolutely spot on :thumbsup: Super cool
     
  5. eugeneandresson 'I used a hammer, a chisel, and my fingers' Apr 17, 2020

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    Another one out the park. Looks great. Well done.
     
  6. Pazzo Apr 17, 2020

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    Very nice indeed!

    May I ask how many removable links ( 3 or 4 ) are there in all?
     
  7. Uncle Seiko Apr 17, 2020

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    Seven total
     
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  8. bazderome Apr 17, 2020

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    Will you consider working on the removable links problem on the next batches?
     
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  9. 89-0 Apr 17, 2020

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    Will a 6.5" wrist require the tuck?
     
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  10. Toishome Apr 17, 2020

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    Looks good :thumbsup:
     
  11. cgaites Apr 17, 2020

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    Looks fantastic! Come Monday I’ll be placing an order.
     
  12. SurvivingJoe Apr 17, 2020

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    I'll hold my order till flat link is available...
     
  13. ConElPueblo Apr 18, 2020

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    While it looks great, can I ask why you've made a replica of an already available bracelet? Not "replica = fake", mind you.
     
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  14. killer67 Apr 18, 2020

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    Nicely done. My question might be answered on Monday but I’ll ask anyway: is it cheaper than the available 1171?
     
  15. steffe Apr 18, 2020

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    $89 according to the comments on @Uncle Seiko last instagram post. Not sure if it's final though :)
     
  16. cgaites Apr 18, 2020

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    As a prospective customer, besides price, I can see other value in this replica even thought the 1171 is still available from Omega themselves. The value is that I can go online, order one, and have it shipped to my home. In order to obtain a genuine bracelet I’d have to drive an hour to the nearest AD (once they reopen), place an order, wait a couple of weeks, and then drive back (another two hour round trip) to pick it up. Of course the forum and eBay are options too, but comparing new to new, this is just simpler and more convenient.
     
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  17. pascs Apr 18, 2020

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    Thankfully I already have a few 1171 bought back when they were a reasonable price. The US1171 looks good and I'm sure will be another popular Uncle Seiko bracelet. Quite big spacing between the links compared to a new 1171 but that does give it that more vintage look :D
     
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  18. Wabi-sabi Apr 18, 2020

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    I've just watched the Uncle Seiko interview on Youtube a few years ago... I'm seriously impressed; Keep up the good work @Uncle Seiko

    Although I've only been a serious collector/hoarder for the last five years or so, I must say I've come across some awesome and very talented folks in this hobby out there..

    Anyway, I'm definitely planning on an order for a US1171 and Holzer bracelets, to add to my meagre collection of vintage and modern Speedmaster bracelets.
     
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  19. Meme-Dweller Apr 18, 2020

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    We need an Uncle Seiko 1450 with 808 endlinks badly!!
     
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  20. Foo2rama Keeps his worms in a ball instead of a can. Apr 18, 2020

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    Or call your nearest OB and they will ship one to you. It’s not hard.