The SLA017 * SLA025 * SLA033 club thread

[Mauiguy]

I'm not sure what you mean. I ordered a W. Jean strap a couple of days ago and I'm waiting for it to get here. Last month I also got an US waffle and it arrived within 3 or 4 days, which is super fast for Hawaii. I'd definitely contact them to find out why it's taking so long.

Originally Posted by L_S_SHOE

What’s the story on the W. Jean? I ordered various Uncle Seiko straps 3 weeks ago but haven’t received them. I might have to move on.


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[L_S_SHOE]

Originally Posted by Mauiguy

I'm not sure what you mean. I ordered a W. Jean strap a couple of days ago and I'm waiting for it to get here. Last month I also got an US waffle and it arrived within 3 or 4 days, which is super fast for Hawaii. I'd definitely contact them to find out why it's taking so long.

I apologize. What I wrote does sound confusing.

I would also like to get a couple of extra straps for my SLA033. Uncle Seiko straps seem to be popular. I ordered a couple of different straps from them 3 weeks ago but they never came. I saw you ordered a W. Jean but I don’t know much about that brand and was interested to learn more.


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[Mauiguy]

Ah ok I understand. Well, I have both Uncle Seiko and also received a W. Jean chocolate bar strap that came with my 6105. Of the 2, the W. Jean is a tiny bit thicker and the material feels a little more pliable to me so I like it better. The finish and detailing on the Uncle Seiko is a little nicer but you have to look real closely to see that. By that I mean you can see tool marks from the molding process on the W. Jean strap, but again, it's the thickness and suppleness that makes me prefer it over the US. Caveat: the W. Jean strap I have now is several years old. It remains to be seen if they changed at all during that time, but I'll soon find out!

Originally Posted by L_S_SHOE

I apologize. What I wrote does sound confusing.

I would also like to get a couple of extra straps for my SLA033. Uncle Seiko straps seem to be popular. I ordered a couple of different straps from them 3 weeks ago but they never came. I saw you ordered a W. Jean but I don’t know much about that brand and was interested to learn more.


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[Mauiguy]

Here's how to photograph your Willard 2 without the "tail"...







Lol!

[1William]

Nice.

[MickCollins1916]

[MickCollins1916]

[L_S_SHOE]

Originally Posted by MickCollins1916

Heck of a combo!


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[MickCollins1916]

Originally Posted by L_S_SHOE

Heck of a combo!


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Thank you! Cheers.

[1William]

Added the wrong picture but still a beautiful watch.

[1William]

Just picked up a SLA017 yesterday. I really like it. I also own the SLA037 and the blue is strong but I think i might like the grey better. Time will tell. I have a SPB143 and while similar when not with the SLA017, it is not. For the money the SPB143 is strong. I will see after some ownership.

[MickCollins1916]

Originally Posted by 1William

Just picked up a SLA017 yesterday. I really like it. I also own the SLA037 and the blue is strong but I think i might like the grey better. Time will tell. I have a SPB143 and while similar when not with the SLA017, it is not. For the money the SPB143 is strong. I will see after some ownership.

Congrats on the 017! That’s a stunner.

[Mifune]

keep both... you wont regret it

[Mauiguy]

Originally Posted by 1William

Just picked up a SLA017 yesterday. I really like it. I also own the SLA037 and the blue is strong but I think i might like the grey better. Time will tell. I have a SPB143 and while similar when not with the SLA017, it is not. For the money the SPB143 is strong. I will see after some ownership.

Gorgeous set of watches. I like the grey as well.

[MickCollins1916]

I picked up the SPB149 recently and I’m fortunate that the SLA037 arrived today.

Very stoked to enjoy the 037 and see how they compare in terms of relative value, both nice watches.

[1William]

Great looking watches.

[L_S_SHOE]

Originally Posted by MickCollins1916

I picked up the SPB149 recently and I’m fortunate that the SLA037 arrived today.

Very stoked to enjoy the 037 and see how they compare in terms of relative value, both nice watches.

I’m curious as well. Very different price points. Please keep us posted.


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[MickCollins1916]

Originally Posted by L_S_SHOE

I’m curious as well. Very different price points. Please keep us posted.


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Thanks, I will do that.




My take to this point is that I like the 037, but of the three SLA models I’ve recently picked up, it’s ranked behind the 033 and 039 on my list of favorite Seikos.

The SPB149 provides a lot of information enjoyment on the happiness-per-$ scale, but I plan to alternate the 149 and 037 a bit and compare them a bit.

[ap1]

Originally Posted by MickCollins1916

I picked up the SPB149 recently and I’m fortunate that the SLA037 arrived today.

Very stoked to enjoy the 037 and see how they compare in terms of relative value, both nice watches.

Yes! Lookin good. I disagree with your ranks lol. Enjoy my friend


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[MickCollins1916]

Originally Posted by ap1

Yes! Lookin good. I disagree with your ranks lol. Enjoy my friend


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Ha! Thanks again buddy.

[Travelller]

Today's pick

[MickCollins1916]

[Mauiguy]

On a W. Jean chocolate bar strap (so far my favorite)...

[Mifune]

Lucky number...





When it comes to bespoke, it's all in the details...

[Travelller]

Sorry to see this thread dormant...

...so let me see if we can't resuscitate it...

[epicurus]

Originally Posted by Travelller

Sorry to see this thread dormant...

...so let me see if we can't resuscitate it...

beautiful

[Jetstream513]

The SLA017 is still one of my favorite sports steels. Why did I sell it...?

[epicurus]

Originally Posted by Jetstream513

The SLA017 is still one of my favorite sports steels. Why did I sell it...?

Agreed. Im glad I didnt.....and I dont ever see myself doing so.

[mongrelnomoad]

Hey guys. I'm considering jumping on a lightly loved SLA017 and wondering what you guys think of it after all these years. Also, how does it wear on small wrists (I'd probably buy an Uncle Seiko tropical strap) - mine are 6"?

[Travelller]

Originally Posted by mongrelnomoad

Hey guys. I'm considering jumping on a lightly loved SLA017 and wondering what you guys think of it after all these years. Also, how does it wear on small wrists (I'd probably buy an Uncle Seiko tropical strap) - mine are 6"?

I love mine & have read very few comments against the SLA017. At 39.9mm it wears great on smaller wrists, albeit I think the OEM strap will be a bit on the large size for you. This is of course quickly remedied with an Uncle Seiko Tropical, which is what I use, simply because it looks great The OEM rubber strap is however softer and the US Tropic takes some getting used to...