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belk7 · 10 September 2011, 04:11 AM

and I really shouldn't have waited this long!! These are absolutely terrific

I've always appreciated the value of Seiko watches and have owned, kept, or passed along a few over the years. The OM and BM get a lot of justified love here on TRF, and the standard OEM bracelets they are fitted with are really quite good IMO. Seiko makes another "Monster" for those of us who like orange divers that doesn't get quite as much attention, the SNM037, sometimes called the Landmonster. I've had one of these for a while, and have always liked the size, two crowns, and the black bezel. My only real disappointment with it is the Seiko rubber strap. It's functional, and I'm sure others love it and sing its praises, but it has just never really been a favorite of mine. On the occasions that I have worn this watch, it is typcally on a black ZULU. A few days ago, I stumbled upon a photo of this model on a Watchadoo bracelet. The photos looked good, the Watchadoo is one of the most reasonably priced upgrades out there (at least I think so), so I ordered one. The guys in Australia wasted NO time getting it shipped, and six days after my order, the bracelet was in my mailbox. I LOVE this combo. My appreciation for the watch has increased, and the extremely well made, solid link bracelet just works aesthetically. A bunch of Seiko lovers have fitted these to other models, including the OM and BM, and it seems to work on all of them very well. I went with the 20mm to fit the LM straight up, but several of the guys like to get the 22mm (20mm bracelet but with the final two full links tapered up to 21 and 22 respectively) and file down the endpiece to fit the lugs. I think both approaches work great, so tapered or straight becomes a personal preference. I understand that the OEM Seiko clasp can easily be fitted on these as well, but the clasp on the bracelet as delivered seems to be very well made, so I'm going to leave mine alone for now.

So here are photos of my "new" (re: reborn) SNM037 with the 20mm straight Watchadoo. I'd love to see other TRF members' photos of their own Watchadoos

Dan Pierce · 10 September 2011, 04:19 AM

Great addition to that Seiko, Chris!

I did the same w/ a Yobokies Anvil so I could get a 22mm bracelet w/ 20mm end links. Reviews state both brands are very comparable, comfortable and solidly built.

dP

belk7 · 10 September 2011, 04:21 AM

Thanks, Dan. It certainly adds another nice option to switch things up. A no-brainer at the price IMO.

TSW · 10 September 2011, 05:22 AM

Looks good!

KingJames · 10 September 2011, 05:24 AM

Looks sharp!

Saxon007 · 10 September 2011, 09:17 AM

I liked mine. It went with the watch when I flipped it.

gaopa · 10 September 2011, 09:58 AM

Your watchadoo looks great! I have 3 of them, one a Glycine Combat Sub, and 2 on Lum-Tec B series watches. The watchadoo is good quality and a great look for a very reasonable price. Well done on your watchadoo! Cheers, Bill P.

watchdaddy1 · 11 September 2011, 01:40 PM

cHRIS i OWN 3 Watchadoo bracelets, fantastic price for the value & it's always nice to switch things up a bit. adds life to the dust collectors so they can once again get the wrist time they deserve.CONGRATS on the 1 st , I promise it wont be your last

10 September 2011, 04:11 AM	#1
belk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 1,439	Finally tried a Watchadoo bracelet..... and I really shouldn't have waited this long!! These are absolutely terrific I've always appreciated the value of Seiko watches and have owned, kept, or passed along a few over the years. The OM and BM get a lot of justified love here on TRF, and the standard OEM bracelets they are fitted with are really quite good IMO. Seiko makes another "Monster" for those of us who like orange divers that doesn't get quite as much attention, the SNM037, sometimes called the Landmonster. I've had one of these for a while, and have always liked the size, two crowns, and the black bezel. My only real disappointment with it is the Seiko rubber strap. It's functional, and I'm sure others love it and sing its praises, but it has just never really been a favorite of mine. On the occasions that I have worn this watch, it is typcally on a black ZULU. A few days ago, I stumbled upon a photo of this model on a Watchadoo bracelet. The photos looked good, the Watchadoo is one of the most reasonably priced upgrades out there (at least I think so), so I ordered one. The guys in Australia wasted NO time getting it shipped, and six days after my order, the bracelet was in my mailbox. I LOVE this combo. My appreciation for the watch has increased, and the extremely well made, solid link bracelet just works aesthetically. A bunch of Seiko lovers have fitted these to other models, including the OM and BM, and it seems to work on all of them very well. I went with the 20mm to fit the LM straight up, but several of the guys like to get the 22mm (20mm bracelet but with the final two full links tapered up to 21 and 22 respectively) and file down the endpiece to fit the lugs. I think both approaches work great, so tapered or straight becomes a personal preference. I understand that the OEM Seiko clasp can easily be fitted on these as well, but the clasp on the bracelet as delivered seems to be very well made, so I'm going to leave mine alone for now. So here are photos of my "new" (re: reborn) SNM037 with the 20mm straight Watchadoo. I'd love to see other TRF members' photos of their own Watchadoos

10 September 2011, 04:19 AM	#2
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,810	Great addition to that Seiko, Chris! I did the same w/ a Yobokies Anvil so I could get a 22mm bracelet w/ 20mm end links. Reviews state both brands are very comparable, comfortable and solidly built. 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

10 September 2011, 05:22 AM	#4
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Looks good! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

10 September 2011, 09:17 AM	#6
Saxon007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,002	I liked mine. It went with the watch when I flipped it. __________________ Licensed to kill time.

10 September 2011, 04:21 AM	#3
belk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 1,439	Thanks, Dan. It certainly adds another nice option to switch things up. A no-brainer at the price IMO.

10 September 2011, 05:24 AM	#5
KingJames "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 197	Looks sharp!

10 September 2011, 09:58 AM	#7
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Your watchadoo looks great! I have 3 of them, one a Glycine Combat Sub, and 2 on Lum-Tec B series watches. The watchadoo is good quality and a great look for a very reasonable price. Well done on your watchadoo! Cheers, Bill P.

11 September 2011, 01:40 PM	#8
watchdaddy1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: William Location: Az Watch: strap whore Posts: 1,194	cHRIS i OWN 3 Watchadoo bracelets, fantastic price for the value & it's always nice to switch things up a bit. adds life to the dust collectors so they can once again get the wrist time they deserve.CONGRATS on the 1 st , I promise it wont be your last

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