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KBM · 14 April 2021, 04:06 AM

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Lol. I forgive you, been there done that. This is the pick of the litter though

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That looks spectacular

EdwardC · 14 April 2021, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ap1

Lol. I forgive you, been there done that. This is the pick of the litter though

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How do you like the bracelet? Is it worth the $2ish k they are selling for?

ap1 · 14 April 2021, 06:29 AM

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How do you like the bracelet? Is it worth the $2ish k they are selling for?

Absolutely worth it. Closer to 3k.... :(

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mps354 · 14 April 2021, 09:07 AM

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Lol. I forgive you, been there done that. This is the pick of the litter though

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Wow, that’s fantastic!

rotiprata · 14 April 2021, 12:29 PM

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Absolutely worth it. Closer to 3k.... :(

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Looking good! What bracelet is that! I was checking with the Blancpain Boutique, they told me that there wasn't any bracelet available to fit the milspec hodinkee edition :\

Batmannr1 · 14 April 2021, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by rotiprata

Looking good! What bracelet is that! I was checking with the Blancpain Boutique, they told me that there wasn't any bracelet available to fit the milspec hodinkee edition :\

Yes, there is a x71 bracelet which fits the Milspec Hodinkee edition. Same steel bracelet which was offered on the Milspec of 2017.
I got one for the Barakuda. Reference is BR.C.-01.5008.11
Good luck!

bigd5506 · 14 April 2021, 11:24 PM

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Lol. I forgive you, been there done that. This is the pick of the litter though

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This is sick!

Does the bracelet make the watch wear bigger or the same?

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ap1 · 14 April 2021, 11:50 PM

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This is sick!

Does the bracelet make the watch wear bigger or the same?

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I tad bigger. For my 6.5 this size is amazing I feel.

Justindo · 22 April 2021, 04:42 AM

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Lol. I forgive you, been there done that. This is the pick of the litter though

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That looks great on the bracelet! Are there any special tools required to install or size it?

ap1 · 22 April 2021, 05:27 AM

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That looks great on the bracelet! Are there any special tools required to install or size it?

No, but it needs straight spring bars with tubes. While the links appears like a mini hexagon, a normal Rolex style flathead is all that’s needed

NardinNut · 22 April 2021, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Justindo

That looks great on the bracelet! Are there any special tools required to install or size it?

Yes. A size 0.9 hex driver is needed to remove screws from the links.

Hex-Plus, 0.9 mm x 40 mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001P18O6...ing=UTF8&psc=1

Justindo · 22 April 2021, 09:02 AM

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No, but it needs straight spring bars with tubes. While the links appears like a mini hexagon, a normal Rolex style flathead is all that’s needed

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Originally Posted by NardinNut

Yes. A size 0.9 hex driver is needed to remove screws from the links.

Hex-Plus, 0.9 mm x 40 mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001P18O6...ing=UTF8&psc=1

Thank you both for the information.

seanwrt · 24 April 2021, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by whats_shakin

I got my Milspec in late December and while I love it finding a strap that fits it right is a pain. I'm not a NATO fan.

I ordered the OEM Blancpain 20mm tropic strap (used on the No-Rad reissue that uses the same case) and it contacts the case even when using the OEM curved spring bars (and I had to source a buckle for it).

Then I ordered a custom curved-end strap from Jean Rousseau that had to be redone (came in the wrong size). Then ordered an Erika's Originals that fits great. But not sure why BP put the holes in the lugs so close to the case, there was plenty of room for them to move the holes 1-2mm down to give it more clearance.

Wait. I'm a bit confused.

You're really saying that the OEM tropic strap doesn't fit? Is the strap supposed to "contact the case" or not in your opinion? See the new No Rads LE pictures attached. The strap seems to contact the case.

Also see the two hodinkee LE pictures I found, looks to me they fit well. Also the clearance is small and it looks strap contacts too.

Would you please show a picture of your watch fitted with OEM tropic strap?

Thoughts?

whats_shakin · 24 April 2021, 04:08 AM

I guess it depends on what you consider fit. he OEM tropic does "fit", but it sits against the case. If I'm not rocking a bracelet, I'm used to/want a little bit of clearance between the case and strap end. Straps with curved ends fit the BPFF 40.5mm models way better than the OEM tropic does just because the middle portion sits flush against the case.

seanwrt · 24 April 2021, 11:56 AM

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I guess it depends on what you consider fit. he OEM tropic does "fit", but it sits against the case. If I'm not rocking a bracelet, I'm used to/want a little bit of clearance between the case and strap end. Straps with curved ends fit the BPFF 40.5mm models way better than the OEM tropic does just because the middle portion sits flush against the case.

Understood. And thanks for the explanation. Strap with curved end fits better with clearance.

My confusion really is: Is the none curved “rubbing” tropic strap the isolated issue with Mil Spec Hodinkee, or is it the intended design that applies to the LE of Barakuda and No Rads coming out of factory?

OEM tropic is the route I’m going to take and your experience concerns me :(

whats_shakin · 24 April 2021, 01:17 PM

I asked the boutique (where I got it, I didn’t get mine from Hodinkee) and they said that’s the way the strap/case are designed and not to worry about it. Regardless it still bugs me :-)

seanwrt · 26 April 2021, 02:51 AM

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I know it’s just a buckle but it’s damn nice looking lol

Does this 18mm bathy buckle fit? Any difference in height?

ap1 · 28 April 2021, 03:00 AM

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I asked the boutique (where I got it, I didn’t get mine from Hodinkee) and they said that’s the way the strap/case are designed and not to worry about it. Regardless it still bugs me :-)

Lol, that’s like saying the Daytona isn’t really legible but don’t sweat it

ap1 · 28 April 2021, 08:28 AM

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mps354 · 28 April 2021, 01:54 PM

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That’s really how it should’ve been delivered

Dalilama84 · 23 August 2021, 08:38 AM

Have become a regular customer until recently. Ordered an item and had it sent “next day delivery” for an additional $40. When I was notified that its not going to arrive until 4-5 days after order date, I sent them an email asking for a refund of the extra shipping fee. I got an automated reply saying they would answer within 24-48hours. Needless to say no reply. So, needless to say, I will buy my watches and accessories elsewhere.

indycole · 19 October 2021, 09:15 AM

My better half picked up this preowned reference. As others have said, it's pretty incredible in person compared to some of the photos — especially with the bracelet. Here's our his-and-hers standard 5015 and the Mil-Spec with a celebratory pizza, lol.

epicurus · 19 October 2021, 09:40 AM

They both look great! Congrats

NardinNut · 19 October 2021, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by indycole

My better half picked up this preowned reference. As others have said, it's pretty incredible in person compared to some of the photos — especially with the bracelet. Here's our his-and-hers standard 5015 and the Mil-Spec with a celebratory pizza, lol.

Congrats! I love my MilSpec. Absolute strap monster too. Looks good on everything. Enjoy!

Batmannr1 · 20 October 2021, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by indycole

My better half picked up this preowned reference. As others have said, it's pretty incredible in person compared to some of the photos — especially with the bracelet. Here's our his-and-hers standard 5015 and the Mil-Spec with a celebratory pizza, lol.

Congratulations for the misses. A very good catch that Milspec on the steel bracelet.

Justindo · 23 October 2021, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by indycole

My better half picked up this preowned reference. As others have said, it's pretty incredible in person compared to some of the photos — especially with the bracelet. Here's our his-and-hers standard 5015 and the Mil-Spec with a celebratory pizza, lol.

Congratulations. They both look great!

rdragon · 14 November 2021, 11:53 PM

How does the brushed coin edge bezel react to outdoor sunlight - does it reflect like a typical bezel, reflects lot less or no reflection?

baamvino · 7 January 2022, 03:32 PM

Really love this watch. Might consider buying one soon in the future, but the price hasn't come down as expected.

baamvino · 15 January 2022, 05:30 AM

What a beauty!

Batmannr1 · 15 January 2022, 07:22 AM

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What a beauty!

Congratulations, spectacular incoming.
Without the date the dial looks so balanced.

24 April 2021, 01:17 PM	#706
whats_shakin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: USA Posts: 37	I asked the boutique (where I got it, I didn’t get mine from Hodinkee) and they said that’s the way the strap/case are designed and not to worry about it. Regardless it still bugs me :-) __________________ AP \| Armin Strom \| Grand Seiko \| MB&F \| Ming \| Patek \| Omega \| Rolex

23 August 2021, 08:38 AM	#711
Dalilama84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Chicago Posts: 1	Inaccurate and no response Have become a regular customer until recently. Ordered an item and had it sent “next day delivery” for an additional $40. When I was notified that its not going to arrive until 4-5 days after order date, I sent them an email asking for a refund of the extra shipping fee. I got an automated reply saying they would answer within 24-48hours. Needless to say no reply. So, needless to say, I will buy my watches and accessories elsewhere.

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24 April 2021, 04:08 AM	#704
whats_shakin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: USA Posts: 37	I guess it depends on what you consider fit. he OEM tropic does "fit", but it sits against the case. If I'm not rocking a bracelet, I'm used to/want a little bit of clearance between the case and strap end. Straps with curved ends fit the BPFF 40.5mm models way better than the OEM tropic does just because the middle portion sits flush against the case.

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19 October 2021, 09:15 AM	#712
indycole "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 71	My better half picked up this preowned reference. As others have said, it's pretty incredible in person compared to some of the photos — especially with the bracelet. Here's our his-and-hers standard 5015 and the Mil-Spec with a celebratory pizza, lol.

19 October 2021, 09:40 AM	#713
epicurus "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: NYC Posts: 572	They both look great! Congrats

14 November 2021, 11:53 PM	#717
rdragon "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: US Posts: 422	How does the brushed coin edge bezel react to outdoor sunlight - does it reflect like a typical bezel, reflects lot less or no reflection?

7 January 2022, 03:32 PM	#718
baamvino "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: US Posts: 308	Really love this watch. Might consider buying one soon in the future, but the price hasn't come down as expected.

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