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antbkny · 28 December 2018, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

That's a good idea. I'm going to give it some time.

scarlet knight · 28 December 2018, 11:34 AM

Maybe there’s a lot of lint in the greater New York metro area!

Art 1 · 28 December 2018, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Maybe there’s a lot of lint in the greater New York metro area!

antbkny · 28 December 2018, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Maybe there’s a lot of lint in the greater New York metro area!

BBL · 8 January 2019, 09:07 AM

Art - for work and hiking - that is a great watch! Kudos to Santa M.

Both of you Seiko fans!! Nice.

DM

Art 1 · 8 January 2019, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by BBL

Art - for work and hiking - that is a great watch! Kudos to Santa M.

Both of you Seiko fans!! Nice.

DM

august1410 · 8 January 2019, 11:51 AM

I bought mine on Saturday. My Rolex 15003 has been in the safe since. This is certainly my everyday watch now.

I'm looking at a variety of straps online as we speak.

antbkny · 8 January 2019, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by august1410

I bought mine on Saturday. My Rolex 15003 has been in the safe since. This is certainly my everyday watch now.

I'm looking at a variety of straps online as we speak.

congrats Joe, enjoy!

Art 1 · 8 January 2019, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by august1410

I bought mine on Saturday. My Rolex 15003 has been in the safe since. This is certainly my everyday watch now.

I'm looking at a variety of straps online as we speak.

Congrats. I love this watch better than my Sub actually. Just something about it. Not as refined as my PADI but there is just something special.

Kinnakeet · 18 January 2019, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I like the SEIKO strap on this watch for comfort, but it’s a lint magnet. Any thoughts about changing it up?

I totally agree with the lint magnet thing!
I had a”Martha Stewart “ moment while doing some laundry recently.
If dryer sheets can eliminate static cling .... hmmmmm....
so! I rubbed my silicon strap down with an unused dryer sheet ... and I have no more magnetic lint and pet hair. Works like s dream !

PS- yes I know there’s some specks in the pic!
I should add - when stuff does land on the bracelet,! It just needs to be blown off gently.

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antbkny · 18 January 2019, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

I totally agree with the lint magnet thing!
I had a”Martha Stewart “ moment while doing some laundry recently.
If dryer sheets can eliminate static cling .... hmmmmm....
so! I rubbed my silicon strap down with an unused dryer sheet ... and I have no more magnetic lint and pet hair. Works like s dream !

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great tip!

scarlet knight · 18 January 2019, 10:20 AM

I am down to my last Seiko silicone strap due to the lint.

august1410 · 18 January 2019, 10:29 AM

I'm trying to decide If I want to go with a shark mesh for mine. I like the silicone, though. It's much better than the hard rubber on a lot of other dive watches.

scarlet knight · 18 January 2019, 12:41 PM

I put my 777 on an Uncle Seiko strap. Lint free.

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toxicavenger · 18 January 2019, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

I totally agree with the lint magnet thing!
I had a”Martha Stewart “ moment while doing some laundry recently.
If dryer sheets can eliminate static cling .... hmmmmm....
so! I rubbed my silicon strap down with an unused dryer sheet ... and I have no more magnetic lint and pet hair. Works like s dream !

PS- yes I know there’s some specks in the pic!
I should add - when stuff does land on the bracelet,! It just needs to be blown off gently.

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Good idea. If you scrub it with dish detergent it will also get rid of the link.

Kinnakeet · 18 January 2019, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by toxicavenger

Good idea. If you scrub it with dish detergent it will also get rid of the link.

Yes, I was washing my straps.... constantly!
I’m finding that the “ dryer sheet treatment “ only needs to be done every few days . Lint ( and pet hair) just blows off .

I now wear my “Deep Forest “ on the silicon strap , as the bracelet made the watch way too heavy for my comfort. I’m loving the feeling of the silicon straps.

Kinnakeet · 18 January 2019, 08:33 PM

Would anyone consider putting the 777 on a bracelet ?
The uncle Seiko site has a nice looking brushed links president style one ....

scarlet knight · 18 January 2019, 11:52 PM

Gold Turtle on a gold jubilee from Strapcode, to give you an idea about a metal bracelet on a Turtle. It’s not too heavy, either.

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Kinnakeet · 19 January 2019, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Gold Turtle on a gold jubilee from Strapcode, to give you an idea about a metal bracelet on a Turtle. It’s not too heavy, either.

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I think that looks great !
I just have to find a proper tool to change out our straps.

scarlet knight · 19 January 2019, 02:44 AM

I would like to learn how to do it myself, but not there yet. I don’t want to scratch up my watches.

toxicavenger · 19 January 2019, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

I think that looks great !
I just have to find a proper tool to change out our straps.

Proper fitting tool? It has drilled lugs. So use a push pin it works perfectly.

Uncle Seiko is the best. So go for it.

toxicavenger · 19 January 2019, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

Yes, I was washing my straps.... constantly!
I’m finding that the “ dryer sheet treatment “ only needs to be done every few days . Lint ( and pet hair) just blows off .

I now wear my “Deep Forest “ on the silicon strap , as the bracelet made the watch way too heavy for my comfort. I’m loving the feeling of the silicon straps.

i haven't done it to the new straps yet but on most silicon straps if you use a green scratch pad on them it would take of the sticky layer from the strap.

another way is to boil it
https://youtu.be/BJ5Q-BYZZCI

Dan Pierce · 19 January 2019, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by august1410

I'm trying to decide If I want to go with a shark mesh for mine. I like the silicone, though. It's much better than the hard rubber on a lot of other dive watches.

I suggest Bonetto Cinturini dive straps. Real rubber, does not attract lint, and very comfortable. Swap the Seiko clasp and Bob's your uncle.

dP

daveathall · 19 January 2019, 05:12 AM

I think this watch looks fabulous, congratulations Art, looks great on your wrist. I am going to take a look next time I am at the dealers, (annoyingly, I was very close and could have popped in today).

I hope it wears smaller than the specs suggest, at 45mm it may be a bit big for my 6.5mm wrists, I'm hoping not.

Art 1 · 19 January 2019, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by daveathall

I think this watch looks fabulous, congratulations Art, looks great on your wrist. I am going to take a look next time I am at the dealers, (annoyingly, I was very close and could have popped in today).

I hope it wears smaller than the specs suggest, at 45mm it may be a bit big for my 6.5mm wrists, I'm hoping not.

Thank you, Sir. It does wear smaller. I'm finding that for me Seiko's all wear smaller.

scarlet knight · 19 January 2019, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by daveathall

I think this watch looks fabulous, congratulations Art, looks great on your wrist. I am going to take a look next time I am at the dealers, (annoyingly, I was very close and could have popped in today).

I hope it wears smaller than the specs suggest, at 45mm it may be a bit big for my 6.5mm wrists, I'm hoping not.

The Seikos do wear smaller.

daveathall · 19 January 2019, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

Thank you, Sir. It does wear smaller. I'm finding that for me Seiko's all wear smaller.

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

The Seikos do wear smaller.

Brilliant, thats made my mind up. Thanks very much fellas.

Kinnakeet · 19 January 2019, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by toxicavenger

Proper fitting tool? It has drilled lugs. So use a push pin it works perfectly.

Uncle Seiko is the best. So go for it.

Ok ! Awesome, I do believe I’ve got some sticking around somewhere.
Thank you

Kinnakeet · 19 January 2019, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by toxicavenger

i haven't done it to the new straps yet but on most silicon straps if you use a green scratch pad on them it would take of the sticky layer from the strap.

another way is to boil it
https://youtu.be/BJ5Q-BYZZCI

These are some simple solutions as well;
Thank you

toxicavenger · 21 January 2019, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

I suggest Bonetto Cinturini dive straps. Real rubber, does not attract lint, and very comfortable. Swap the Seiko clasp and Bob's your uncle.

dP

The BC straps are really nice. But they don't fit people with small wrist.

I like the new Uncle Seiko Gl straps and they fit all sizes.

8 January 2019, 09:07 AM	#35
BBL "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: DM Location: USA Watch: DD-YG/DJ/Breitling Posts: 8,889	Art - for work and hiking - that is a great watch! Kudos to Santa M. Both of you Seiko fans!! Nice. DM __________________ . People of integrity expect to be believed and when they are not they let time prove them right. A best friend is like a four leaf clover - hard to find and lucky to have. SJP

8 January 2019, 11:51 AM	#37
august1410 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Real Name: Joe Location: North Carolina Watch: 1983 15003 Posts: 626	I bought mine on Saturday. My Rolex 15003 has been in the safe since. This is certainly my everyday watch now. I'm looking at a variety of straps online as we speak. __________________ “The timid man yearns for full value and asks for a tenth. The bold man strikes for double value and compromises on par.” - Mark Twain

18 January 2019, 10:20 AM	#42
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,466	Good tip! I am down to my last Seiko silicone strap due to the lint.

18 January 2019, 10:29 AM	#43
august1410 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Real Name: Joe Location: North Carolina Watch: 1983 15003 Posts: 626	I'm trying to decide If I want to go with a shark mesh for mine. I like the silicone, though. It's much better than the hard rubber on a lot of other dive watches. __________________ “The timid man yearns for full value and asks for a tenth. The bold man strikes for double value and compromises on par.” - Mark Twain

19 January 2019, 02:44 AM	#50
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,466	I cheated and took it to a watch repairman at a jewelry store. I would like to learn how to do it myself, but not there yet. I don’t want to scratch up my watches.

28 December 2018, 11:34 AM	#32
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,466	Maybe there’s a lot of lint in the greater New York metro area!

18 January 2019, 12:41 PM	#44
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,466	I put my 777 on an Uncle Seiko strap. Lint free. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

18 January 2019, 08:33 PM	#47
Kinnakeet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Michelle Location: Canada/Florida Watch: WG Breguet Typexx Posts: 2,923	Would anyone consider putting the 777 on a bracelet ? The uncle Seiko site has a nice looking brushed links president style one ....

18 January 2019, 11:52 PM	#48
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,466	Gold Turtle on a gold jubilee from Strapcode, to give you an idea about a metal bracelet on a Turtle. It’s not too heavy, either. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

19 January 2019, 05:12 AM	#54
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	I think this watch looks fabulous, congratulations Art, looks great on your wrist. I am going to take a look next time I am at the dealers, (annoyingly, I was very close and could have popped in today). I hope it wears smaller than the specs suggest, at 45mm it may be a bit big for my 6.5mm wrists, I'm hoping not. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

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