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Dan Pierce · 29 July 2020, 09:05 AM

Was finishing up another TST skx mod today and couldn't decide on which handset to use out of the small cadre of examples I've accumulated over the years. And danged if I didn't scratch the dial that was just delivered yesterday while removing the hands for the 4th time.

It happens, ordered another dial today. Seiko mods don't dig into the wallet too deep.

On the bright side, I'm absolutely thrilled w/ the Strapcode Rollerball. Really adds a retro vibe and reminds me of original Seiko bracelets of similar design I've owned. This thing's built like a tank and very comfortable.

Should have the Bluefin Tuna done by next week.

Until then, a sneak preview.

dP

scarlet knight · 29 July 2020, 09:25 AM

Cool bracelet!

Kube · 29 July 2020, 10:40 AM

Wow that looks awesome! I've been meaning to get into the Seiko mod hobby and wondering what's a good place to start. Is it the Seiko 5 that's the base model from which all this coolness happens?

SunTzu · 29 July 2020, 11:09 AM

Rollball is a killer bracelet

Superior construction. Stole StrapCodes example of the Nemo wearing one. Saw it and had to have it. Love it. I'm a sucker for the vintage rally bracelets on my vintage Seikos.

Sorry about your dial. Sick mod though, per usual

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brandrea · 29 July 2020, 11:19 AM

Can’t wait to see the finished result Dan.

Been looking at Strapcode lately myself, but I just can’t bring my self to set aside the rattly jubilee that comes a stock

AF_Rob · 29 July 2020, 11:44 AM

A little fashion forward for me but appreciate the finishing. Seamless look into the case.

Last night, I ordered an oyster from Strapcode for my 009. I look forward to getting it in.

CKizzy · 29 July 2020, 12:18 PM

I believe that is a RollBall bracelet not 'Rollerball' and love the 'rally look!

Greglaw · 29 July 2020, 12:33 PM

Love it Dan!

Dan Pierce · 29 July 2020, 09:33 PM

Thanks, everybody!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kube

Wow that looks awesome! I've been meaning to get into the Seiko mod hobby and wondering what's a good place to start. Is it the Seiko 5 that's the base model from which all this coolness happens?

The skx & srp [Turtles] series have tons of mod options.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SunTzu

Rollball is a killer bracelet

Superior construction. Stole StrapCodes example of the Nemo wearing one. Saw it and had to have it. Love it. I'm a sucker for the vintage rally bracelets on my vintage Seikos.

Sorry about your dial. Sick mod though, per usual

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Looks great on the Turtle.

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Can’t wait to see the finished result Dan.

Been looking at Strapcode lately myself, but I just can’t bring my self to set aside the rattly jubilee that comes a stock

Brian, hard to beat the vintage charm of the OEM jubilee.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AF_Rob

A little fashion forward for me but appreciate the finishing. Seamless look into the case.

Last night, I ordered an oyster from Strapcode for my 009. I look forward to getting it in.

Rob, I was thinking more fashion backward, but I get your point.

Post pics when you get your bracelet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CKizzy

I believe that is a RollBall bracelet not 'Rollerball' and love the 'rally look!

D"OH!

Nice catch!

dP

Dan Pierce · 29 July 2020, 10:15 PM

Here are a few funky vintage Seiko bracelets I've owned over the years. The Strapcode Razor & Rollball bring back the vintage aesthetic with modern solid construction.
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1William · 30 July 2020, 08:35 PM

Very nice. I order one of the Rollball bracelets yesterday for my Nemo.

scarlet knight · 30 July 2020, 08:47 PM

My favorite radical Seiko bracelet is razor wire. Comfy!

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Dan Pierce · 30 July 2020, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

Very nice. I order one of the Rollball bracelets yesterday for my Nemo.

Great, don't forget to post pics.

Quote:

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

My favorite radical Seiko bracelet is razor wire. Comfy!

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I have a friend w/ one of those razor wire bracelets. He loves it.

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Pongster · 31 July 2020, 01:48 AM

Strapcode’s Rollball and Uncel Seiko’s Razorwire. Both great bracelets.

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Dan Pierce · 31 July 2020, 02:02 AM

Well done, Pongster!! But it's the pj's we want more pics of.
dP

AF_Rob · 31 July 2020, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Well done, Pongster!! But it's the pj's we want more pics of.
dP

Received the bracelet today, Dan. Unfortunately, they sent me the PVD version. Ultimately, I’m not gonna order another one. I’m disappointed in the clasp. What I got was not accurately represented on the website. Pictures below:

The same paper thin, stamped metal clasp as the original SKX.

What would you recommend I order in the sub $100 range?

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Pongster · 31 July 2020, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Well done, Pongster!! But it's the pj's we want more pics of.
dP

Be careful what you wish for sir. I might just indulge. :)

Dan Pierce · 31 July 2020, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AF_Rob

Received the bracelet today, Dan. Unfortunately, they sent me the PVD version. Ultimately, I’m not gonna order another one. I’m disappointed in the clasp. What I got was not accurately represented on the website. Pictures below:

The same paper thin, stamped metal clasp as the original SKX.

What would you recommend I order in the sub $100 range?

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You can order various clasps on their bracelets. Mine is milled and more substantial than yours. If they got the finish wrong, maybe they got the clasp wrong as well.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pongster

Be careful what you wish for sir. I might just indulge. :)

Tease.

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Andad · 3 August 2020, 06:37 PM

That looks bulletproof Dan.

Eddie.

Dan Pierce · 3 August 2020, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andad

That looks bulletproof Dan.

Eddie.

Thanks, Eddie!

Took another swing at it.

dP

dualcarb · 3 August 2020, 09:16 PM

That is a beauty Dan...lovely colour scheme and with that lightning bolt second hand...cheeky

Dan Pierce · 3 August 2020, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dualcarb

That is a beauty Dan...lovely colour scheme and with that lightning bolt second hand...cheeky

Thanks, Patrick!

dP

VincentG · 3 August 2020, 09:51 PM

I am a big Pepsi fan and that TST looks awesome! Nice work and the new dial is a hit IMO.

Dan Pierce · 3 August 2020, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VincentG

I am a big Pepsi fan and that TST looks awesome! Nice work and the new dial is a hit IMO.

Thanks, Vincent!

Yeah, when I saw a Pepsi sapphire insert I couldn't turn it down. Finding a properly matching dial [especially since I'm colorblind, but my wife helped] was crucial.

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brandrea · 3 August 2020, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Thanks, Eddie!

Took another swing at it.

dP

Bravo, well done Dan

Dan Pierce · 3 August 2020, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Bravo, well done Dan

Thanks, Brian!

Pretty happy with the results.

dP

29 July 2020, 11:09 AM	#4
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	Rollball is a killer bracelet Superior construction. Stole StrapCodes example of the Nemo wearing one. Saw it and had to have it. Love it. I'm a sucker for the vintage rally bracelets on my vintage Seikos. Sorry about your dial. Sick mod though, per usual Sent from Crapatalk __________________ The wristwatch is an intimate accessory. The best watches live in harmony and interact with the wearer, and their functions offer a reassuring and emotionally satisfying bond - Kintaro Hattori

31 July 2020, 02:02 AM	#15
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,733	Well done, Pongster!! But it's the pj's we want more pics of. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

3 August 2020, 06:37 PM	#19
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,798	That looks bulletproof Dan. Eddie. __________________ E

29 July 2020, 09:25 AM	#2
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,146	Cool bracelet!

29 July 2020, 10:40 AM	#3
Kube "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: US Watch: Two Tone DJ Posts: 339	Wow that looks awesome! I've been meaning to get into the Seiko mod hobby and wondering what's a good place to start. Is it the Seiko 5 that's the base model from which all this coolness happens?

29 July 2020, 11:19 AM	#5
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,696	Can’t wait to see the finished result Dan. Been looking at Strapcode lately myself, but I just can’t bring my self to set aside the rattly jubilee that comes a stock

29 July 2020, 11:44 AM	#6
AF_Rob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Virginia Watch: Sub/Polar/OP/BB Posts: 4,510	A little fashion forward for me but appreciate the finishing. Seamless look into the case. Last night, I ordered an oyster from Strapcode for my 009. I look forward to getting it in.

29 July 2020, 12:18 PM	#7
CKizzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Nampa, ID Watch: Tachymeter Posts: 696	I believe that is a RollBall bracelet not 'Rollerball' and love the 'rally look!

29 July 2020, 12:33 PM	#8
Greglaw Banned Join Date: May 2020 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 667	Love it Dan!

30 July 2020, 08:35 PM	#11
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,749	Very nice. I order one of the Rollball bracelets yesterday for my Nemo.

30 July 2020, 08:47 PM	#12
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,146	My favorite radical Seiko bracelet is razor wire. Comfy! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

31 July 2020, 01:48 AM	#14
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	Strapcode’s Rollball and Uncel Seiko’s Razorwire. Both great bracelets. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 August 2020, 09:16 PM	#21
dualcarb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: HK/Malaysia Watch: Lover Posts: 1,222	That is a beauty Dan...lovely colour scheme and with that lightning bolt second hand...cheeky

3 August 2020, 09:51 PM	#23
VincentG "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 19	I am a big Pepsi fan and that TST looks awesome! Nice work and the new dial is a hit IMO.

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