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Must Have Seiko Bracelet Upgrade? SKX009 and SARB033 Strapcode Bracelet Review
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- Опубликовано: 15 авг 2024
- Must Have Seiko Bracelet Upgrade? SKX009 and SARB033 Strapcode Bracelet Review on the JustBlueFish RUclips channel, home of high quality wristwatch and horology related reviews and videos.
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Today we're checking out a couple of Strapcode bracelets for the Seiko SARB033 and Seiko SKX009. These Strapcode bracelets are extremely popular and often considered must have Seiko upgrades, but do they live up to the hype?
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You remain the only honest youtube watch reviewer. This was exactly my experience with strapcode.
Thanks Bob, I try my best.
I bought the fat bars for the end links, and that solves the loose problem. Good review!
John Tocho mine came with the fat bars.
Thanks for watching!
2.5mm fat spring bars from Seiko?
@@jaquino6786 The seiko spring bars don't fit so you need some magical spring bars you can apparently get from their website which may or may not fit the particular bracelet you order.
My Strapcode came with fat pins eliminating the play in the end links. I also detached the end links to install the bracelet making the process far less fiddly. I thought your video was an honest appraisal of the product, much appreciated.👍
Thanks for watching!
Had the same issue, with the SBDC069 JDM, end links made it a pain in the butt to install, a friend has done sizing in a mall store did it in seconds for free, I get no wobbling, it's a jubilee style and isn't as light as the Seiko band ads weight, think I paid around $90 and does fell better. Liked your video, and so places sell it cheaper than strapcode, who manage to get it to you from Japan or Korea forgot which in like 2-3 days. Have one for my Alpinist, probably shouldn't have ordered it, prefer wearing a snap bar nice leather strap, fits that type watch better. And plan on putting one on my 053 which I have found for like $70 on Amazon. I agree on their pricing is out of line, drop it by $20 at least, more depending on the model. I do think they are well made. The push pin system Seiko (etal) sucks. Only got it my self to work once and other times paid for the install for like $15 which is well worth my time and headache. I so agree depending on the Seiko and the band, it does go from a B- to A. I bought one for my Titon from LIW who knows the exact model for what watch.
You can also use Strapcodes internal email with your EXACT watch model and number and they will tell you which model.
I also had to use the fat pins as the stock ones where too short to hold the bracelet on the case. I have a SSC813 and it was a tight fit using the 1.78 fat pins. Detaching the end links made it much easier and have a solid fit. Thanks for the tip.
The OEM SJ on the SKX009 is the most comfortable bracelet there is and adds to the charm of this watch. No way I'd ever swap it for anything.
I've purchased numerous strapcode bracelets. I'd say about 1 out of every 2 didn't fit, and most of the ones that did didn't fit very well. Strapcode has a lot of improvement to make.
The Strapcode Jubelee turns my SKX009 into my favourite watch to wear. Comfort wise I've no complaints about the OEM bracelet, I've just found the Strapcode adds a feel of luxury that gives the SKX a premium feel on my wrist that substantially adds to it's enjoyment.
Admittedly, that's probably just a long way to say "I like how the Strapcode Jubelee stops my SKX from rattling like a set of keys".
Luckily I found your video because initially I was very tempted to get this bracelet. They gave such a detailed description and explanation that paint a decent upgrade. I really appreciate your sincerity in this review and allows us to make a well informed decision. Thank you.
I just (this week) got the Uncle Seiko SARB bracelet and I'm loving it. I'll have a video on that soon. But I'd pick it over the Strapcode.
@@JustBlueFish Hey, I noticed you haven't posted in a while, hope everything's ok?
Are you still planning on doing that Uncle Seiko bracelet review? Did you go for the jubilee or president? How are you liking it now that you've had it for a while?
I enjoy my strapcode jubilee
I have a super jubilee that I bought new for my SKX and an oyster that I bought used for my Alpinist. I respect your opinion, but have had absolutely no issues with either. The fit is good and the quality is excellent. Overall, I enjoy wearing them. Just my opinion.
I have purchased over a dozen strapcode bracelets and find them to be much nicer than the Seiko bracelet. Fat Boy spring bars is what you need to fix that fit.
Thanks for watching!
I like Strapcode bracelets on my Turtle, SKX, and Ray II beater/working watches and they are better than the OEM, however they are a bit overpriced and I doubt that I would put one on a dressier timepiece. Good video!Thanks again, Guy for an honest review.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks guy I was going to buy one for my 035( I hate the gap on the stock bracelet you pointed out) but not now. I always suspected that strapcodes reputation preceded them and now I know that to be correct. Thanks you've saved me £100.
I have the strapcode endmill bracelet for my orient Mako ii. Amazing quality and endlinks fit vault tight with no play. Based on the I got the oyster for my sarb033, unfortunately I was hugely disappointed. Endlinks are so loose I can rotate them over 90° downward so the curved part faces upward and no longer against the case. Beware! I bought as part of initial run. They mention on their post hyping the new product that if it is loose to contact them and they would work to help fix the problem. When I did reach out to them they offered me the option of returning the product...shipping at my expense. I don't know what to think about the company at this point. My Mako experience was amazing (as well as customer service before purchase). However, when it came to the sarb, poor quality and customer service was not as advertised.
Interesting maybe they are just hit or miss.
I've been using Strapcode for many years and notice the Strapcode bracelets and bands have gone done in quality. They use to be very nice. Not sure what has happened over the years.
Great video as always Guy. I bought a pre ownd Seiko SRPC91 with a Strap Code jubilee bracelet and it fits perfectly on the watch and on my wrist. It is one of the most comfortable bracelets I own.
I've been wearing this one on the SARB all day and it's comfortable. I like it. Still, I think the price is a bit high for the quality. It's not bad, nor does it blow me away.
They gave you the wrong spring bars... they have their own oversized bars specifically for those oversized channels. Unsure how they screwed that up.
Dunno, those are the ones that came with the bracelet out out of the package.
@@JustBlueFish I know, that's what's confusing about it. That bracelet in general looks to be rubbish compared to the Angus Jubilee. The one you got is $107 but worth 40, the Angus is $110 but worth 150. I'd suggest calling them and stating your well-grounded complaints and see if they'll agree to a swap.
I agree with Matt. You received the wrong spring bars. I got the fat spring bars on my strapcode for the sarb and fits perfectly
Impartial and informative....just adds to the value of the review. Nice work Guy.
Thank you sir!
My first experience with Strapcode was quite poor. My issue was with the flip lock on the clasp, the thing wouldn't stay closed. Great looking but cheap for sure. I feel I wasted $75 on the Super Jubilee 🤦🏽♂️
I got the SC Angus Jubilee for my Sarb035 andnit fits well but its a little chunky for the watch but i mainly wear that watch with a suit and it adds some flash and sparkle to my wrist for when i do wear it. Great video, great channel really dig your honest takes about the things you review.
Thanks for watching!
I’m not a fan of male end links, especially with having small wrist. Strapcode bracelets are ok, I wouldn’t say they’re that much of an upgrade. Just my opinion with one experience with them
i have the Super Engineer II from strapcode and i love it good quaility cheers
I've never seen one of the Super Engineer's in person but I've heard good things.
Perhaps you can check/try Watchgecko strap for the SARB
That's an idea, I'll look into it.
@h3ry21 have you tried the watchgecko version? Thx!
I tried a Watchgecko Kirkstead. I was a bit disappointed - the links are held together with awful split pins and it just felt a bit cheap all round :(
H3RY21 there is no dedicated bracelet for this watch from watch gecko... prove me wrong I hope!
You need to use fat spring bars for a strapcode bracelets. Diameter 2,5 mm. Then there will be no backlash.
I just received a Strapcode Jubilee for my Seiko 5 Sports. I found the fitment much the same when I tried to use the curved spring bars they provided. Tightened up a bit when I switched back to the spring bars that came with the watch. I love my Uncle Seiko Beads of Rice bracelet I put on my Turtle. Fantastic fitment, even more comfortable, and cheaper! You should try one.
I’ve never seen Uncle Seiko before I’ll look that up thanks.
Love my StrapCode and Crafter blue bracelet and strap on my SKXes
what's Crafter blue?
The same clasp you just reviewed came on the bracelet of my San Martin 62MAS.
It doesn't seem like the clasp of an $85 bracelet.
Awesome review and right on the money. Strapcode bracelets are way over priced for the quality. Thank you for finally telling the truth about Strapcode.
People give away SARB033s? That’s a friend indeed.
For their price, I see poor fit on many on their models in the photos on their website, I wish they put more effort into that, and just copy the clasp from a Christopher Wart or Mido or something. Great video and observation as usual, Guy, very much appreciate this kind of reviews
Thanks Mihai, glad you liked it.
Youre supposed to have fat bars with strapcode. Its not the bracelets fault. Just change the spring bars. Mine came with them.
It's not the bracelets fault, i.e. the manufacturer's fault, for sending the wrong ones?
The same just happened to me!
I wish I would have watched this BEFORE buying... :(
CrystalTimes makes an oyster bracelet for the SKX that has a Rolex-style easy link clasp, and I've never seen anyone on the internet review it or comment on it. If you're looking for another aftermarket bracelet to look into, I think that one would be interesting.
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll look into it.
My jubilee from SC fits snugly on my SARB33, however I feel the finishing doesn't represent a band for $100plus. But it does look good. I like your new bands, and appreciate you sharing your experience.
I didn't touch on it in the video and should have but the finishing, especially the polished center links on mine, is just so-so. There isn't a lot of contrast between the brushed edge links and polished center links. Overall I agree the price doesn't reflect the quality, but it's still not bad.
@@JustBlueFish do you have any other recommendations for bracelets or bands?
I have put my 7002-7009 and the Turtle on the Retro Razor from strapcode. The turtle is a difficult watch to get a good steel bracelet for due to the fat case design. The retro razor fits it perfectly because the end where the bracelet connects to the watch is as broad as the watch shoulders and so the transition from the shoulders to the bracelet doesn't now look awkward.
Thanks for watching!
Very honest review. My turtle BOR bracelet wasnt too bad but i think their pricing is a bit high, especially for chinese made products.
I bought a jubilee from strapcode for my SKX009 at around $80 and thought it was terrific. UNTIL I bought a 38mm watch which came with a beads of rice bracelet. After that, I realized how unnecessarily bulky and out of proportion the strapcode was even for a 44mm SKX. Sold the strapcode on ebay within an hour and went back to oem.
Thanks for watching!
As often mentioned buy you, Guy, Seiko watches can be a miss or hit, and this certainly is the case with the bracelets, too, I have a Seiko 5 snkl43j1 with polished center links bracelet, it looks stunning and is no scratch magnet at all. Besides that, you have been right all along with “Has Seiko jumped the Shark” etc, thank you, Sir, and greetings from Denmark
Thanks Stig!
Militat super engineer ii 20mm sold by strapcode is the ultimate for the citizen promaster diver #NY0040 series.
Have you tried using the OEM spring bars from the stock bracelet? Maybe that solves it?
EDIT: Apparently the OEM spring bars are even smaller at 1.5mm. I have the same endlink wobble on mine, so I'll try a 2.5mm fat spring bar as suggested by another viewer. Will update tomorrow.
EDIT 2: Fat spring bars are too big lol FML.
I don't know that I've heard anyone go ga-ga over strapcode bracelets, but I really don't like Seiko bracelets (& rubber straps) on my divers and I've replaced most of mine with miltat/strapcodes. You may wanna try fatter springbars to take out the endlink slop. Personally, I like the fit of the endlinks when I use the correct-size springbars, and I'm pretty sure that I've been given both fats and skinnys when I got them. Anyhow, they seem to work for me. I put a strapcode angus jubilee on my orient triton and its larger proportion really improves the appearance and weight balance of a larger watch of that kind.
get correct spring bars
I have the Angus J for the Sarb033 and it looks great but way to much movement at the end link and case area. The clasp area is way to bulky for this watch to chunky and thick. Expensive yes.
Sorry that the SARB bracelet wasn’t up to snuff, Guy. Really appreciate that you call ‘em like you see ‘em.
I just put in an order on Sunday morning for a Strapcode endmill bracelet for my Orient Ray II. After seeing this video I’m a bit concerned about what I might be getting from Strapcode. 🤷🏻♂️
It's not awful, I'll wear it and it's better than the OEM bracelet. I just expected more, considering the hype.
I have the strapcode endmill for my Mako ii. It's great, especially paired with the ratchet clasp in the warmer months. Fit is near perfect. I don't think you'll be disappointed. However, based on how great that was I picked up the oyster for my sarb033 when they first released...I was horribly disappointed with that one. Endlinks so loose they could be rotated downwards over 90°. Don't let the sarb issues worry you. They got the Mako/Ray bracelet right. Unfortunately the sarb was a failure although Guy's version is better than mine so maybe they're making improvements/adjustments.
YoungXLNC *Whew!*
Thanks, Man! Makes me feel a lot better.
YoungXLNC just received the new endmill bracelet for my Ray II. Was a bit tricky to get the end links attached properly, but sizing the bracelet with the screw links.
Really great quality and it looks a bit more classy than standard oyster bracelets. Very pleased overall!
@@dunndicles glad yours turned out as good as mine. Yeah, bit of work getting the end link in, but once it's in its solid. I've had mine for close to a year and a half and still as rock solid as the day it arrived.
It all depends on what bracelet you get from them whether or not they are over hyped. But I agree any of their oysters are over priced/hyped
Thanks for watching.
I think that the major beef most people have with the SARB 033 OEM bracelet is the fact that it only has two micro adjustments. Mine sized up fairly well. I always hear of people going to the bracelet you installed. The polished center links would bother me for scratches and fingerprints. So the OEM one is good and you have confirmed that. Certainly better than the Seiko 5 bracelets I have had. Although until watch videos informed me that the Seiko 5 bracelets were not good. I have a Seiko 5 I bought twenty years ago and have always used the bracelet not "knowing" it wasn't any good. I have also submerged the watch not knowing that you cannot. The stock 7s26a finnally died and I bought a 4r36 and installed it just for fun and it is running again. Just having a problem finding a crown. As the 7s26a crown will not work.
Good job.
Was afraid of this, C+
I was planning on getting their miniSKX013 president bracelet for my Borealis Estoril...$85.
I was thinking of a new bracelet for my alpinist but was sceptical about spending that kinda money and then pay extra taxes ontop as I'm from the UK I'll probably give it a miss for that money I'd want it bang on thanks for your honest review
Thanks for watching!
The threading is on the top end to avoid the screw backing out like their older models sometimes did.
I wasn’t surprised that the threads were at the top so much, but that it kinda flopped around on some sort of spring that was weird.
Consider they ship from Hong Kong and they FedEx them. So I assume $60+ shipping to US.
some of my straps from strapcode fit perfect and some dont. i got the same issue with the sarb033 but my sarb 035 fits like a glove. Im gonna play around with the spring bar to see if i can get it to fit tighter. for the alpinist strapcode fit perfectly and same for my skx007.
Agree!The stock SKX jubilee bracelet's comfort is second to none! The strapcode is not much of an upgrade in my opinion.
Bought strapcode for my sarb017. Quality is good but the male end links,once you notice it you can’t unsee it. I thought male endlink won’t bother me so I bought it but it did. It makes the watch so long. Not a fan
Maybe try using the thicker Rolex style spring bars if they will fit in the end links? That wobble would bother me a ton, especially when you are spending a good amount on an aftermarket bracelet that is supposedly made for this watch
Ya a fatter spring bar probably will fix it. I just used the ones provided for now but will look for alternatives.
Strapcode is a mixed bag...the bracelet links are ok, but the clasps are really not great. Especially they dont have a dressier/smaller clasp for smaller watches...I wouldn't put a divers clasp on something like a SARB033/35. Also their Angus Jubilee bracelet might work on a diver but is way too thick and the links are bigger than usual...looking very misplaced on smaller watches.
Agreed 100%
Bought a lot of strapcodes over the years, can find faults in most i dont buy them anymore .
The sarb 33 suits a crown and buckle choc brown leather strap really well
I have a Strapcode on my gen 3 blue Monster - it's definitely an upgrade over the stock bracelet (and most Seiko bracelets for that matter), but I think I was expecting a bit more from it to be honest. It also seems to like to catch on my arm hairs as well. I put a darker brown leather strap on my SARB033 (as well as a single domed crystal from Crystal Times - I love it) as I wasn't a fan of the bracelet, and didn't want to get a Strapcode.....very comfortable and looks better.
I have their retro razor for my Orient Kamasu. It has the same milled end links and it fits very tight.
Operator error? ... I personally bought 5 of these strapcode bracelets direct, from long island watch even amazon and all came with fat spring bars. I have seen many reviews and this is the first time I have seen your issue.... I smell operator error?
Anyone that is thinking about ordering a strapcode bracelet and you have a 8" wrist or larger be aware of the size before ordering. I ordered a beads of rice bracelet for my turtle. It was a little tight so i contacted customer care. They want $12 for the each link and $15 for the shipping. Seems a little ridiculous to me. When i ordered a bracelet from Marc at Long Island watch he sent me a link for free. I dont mind paying for the link but $15 shipping is crazy.
Thanks for this great and objective review! One thing that has also kept me from pulling the trigger (in addition to the price) is the apparent lengthening of the lug-to-lug, compared to the oem. My wrists are rather narrow (6 in), and increasing that length would maybe be a showstopper for me. Did you notice this at all in your experience?
It slopes down so it's not really a big deal, trust me.
The fit of that end link on the SARB033 is quite gross honestly. I heard the 033 and 035 have different lug holes for some reason, which is why Strapcode has two separate sections for the two watches. Haven't confirmed it though, I like the OEM bracelet on my 035. Before selling my Alpinist I tried the Strapcode bracelet for that, it was pretty well made and the fit was very good, but I couldn't get over how bulky it was compared to the watch head. I agree with your conclusion, not too worth it over any OEM bracelet.
Thanks for watching and for sharing your experience. They're ok but not a "must have" upgrade.
Almost pulled the trigger on their gold bracelet for the gold turtle. But something just looked wrong w the endlinks - in their own promotional pics.
The fit of the bracelet to the lugs would drive me nuts. Would bigger spring bars alleviate the problem? Does seem expensive for what it is.
I very much dislike the difference in brushing of the strapcode bracelet and the watch case. The bracelet's brushing lines are thicker and less refined than the ones on the watch case.
I didn't notice much of a different with the naked eye.
Can I ask - how difficult did you find it to engage the end links in the lug holes because I am finding it near on impossible to swap over my leather strap back to the original factory bracelet.
I hear you, I haven't been able to return the original bracelet after having tried for 2 hours. I'll have to take it to the watchmaker's and hopefully he has better luck with it.
hello sir, maybe that sarb033 can be fit with fat spring bar from seiko will counter that problems? just a thought, because i don't have that watch in my collection. try changing to 2.5mm or 2.0mm spring bar.
Ya I’m sure it can be resolved with bigger spring bars but, having opened and unpacked this on camera I didn’t have any and had to use what they provided.
@@JustBlueFish i thought they supposed to included the spring bar. it's quite annoying when the right parts not included.
Another great review!! Would buying a thicker spring bar work to tighten everything up?
Could anyone compare these Strapcode bracelets to the ones that come on Loreo and Pagani Design divers? I have those and wonder where these (at the same or higher cost than the watches) would be worthwhile upgrades.
Or to put it differently, who much of a watch would it take to come with a Strapcode level bracelet? Phoibos? Above or below?
What a shame... i have the angus jubilee for my skx, and it fits great and the same clasp fold over security is super tactile... also the springbars fit just right.. it seems that their qc is not the best.. thanks for the video 👍
Any update on the 2.5mm spring bars making the fit more secure? About to purchase this bracelet.
thank you for your honest review, not gonna drop that hundred. can you try putting on the stock end links and swap out the rest of the bracelet with strap code?
Would 2.5mm spring bars fit the lug holes on the case? That would cure the sloppy feel
Not sure I may try that. I just used the spring bars that they included with the bracelet for this unboxing and first impressions video.
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews yea try the 2.5 mm ones and I agree on the Strapcode Hype, I’ve purchased several of their bracelets and have had to sand sharp edges from underneath on most of them and the angus jubilee I had for my turtle weighed a ton ! Sold it! 😂
What do you think about the Grand Seiko SBGH269? I was offered to purchase this watch and I am on the fence whether I should pull the trigger. I am worried about value retention down the road if I decide to sell one day I would hate for it to be worth half of retail purchase price.
I on the other hand recived today Angus Jubilee for my mini turtle and wow am i impressed! Super tight fit on the endlinks (much better then longines i have on my vhp, and way way better than stock mm300 bracelet) and the clasp is really nicely done.
I guess they do better and worse bracelets.. That actually sucks. Shame You dont get that cool upgrade feel
Personally i think the strap from Geckota is much better on the SARB033
All you need is the fat boy spring bars ( 2.5 mm ) you can buy on eBay
Taking notes 📝
2:51 ASMR? 🤔👍
Haha
Not to sound like a snob, but it matters what you are used too. Headphones have the same issue with hype. Lol many things actually.
That's absolutely true.
Fatter (heavy duty) spring pins.
They look exactly like Ali express ones, for 5 times the price
Have a link?
I agree seeing the SARB one it does seems overpriced so will look elsewhere. Thanks for that.
Thanks for watching!
These braclets don't seem to be the best value for money, it's a shame you didn't buy the jubilee or the Angus jubilee for the SKX, I have the standard jubilee for my SKX and it's much better in all area's to the OEM version.
The Angus is too chunky, for me. I wish they had a slimmer Jubilee option.
Hi Guy, yes I agree the Angus jubilee is a bit to chunky that's why I went with there standard jubilee the only thing you may not like is the clasp is the standard one, you must of over looked it on there website.
wrong size spring bar for sure
You would probably want those big fat spring bars for this bracelet I think, but I used the ones they provided for this video.
seiko should source their bracelets from STRAPCODE. Poor seiko. Lol
The guy wearing a rolex is obsessed over nickels and dimes. You seem to pooh pooh everything that isn't sold at a loss all the whie wearing a rolex... Really?
Wont buy this awful strap