New 777

[antbkny]

Originally Posted by Art 1

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

[scarlet knight]

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

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

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

[antbkny]

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

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

[BBL]

Art - for work and hiking - that is a great watch! Kudos to Santa M.
Both of you Seiko fans!! Nice.


DM

[Art 1]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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

[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.

[scarlet knight]

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


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[toxicavenger]

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]

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]

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

[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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[Kinnakeet]

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]

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

[toxicavenger]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

Originally Posted by Art 1

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

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

The Seikos do wear smaller.

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

[Kinnakeet]

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]

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]

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.