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Strap Recommendation for SKX171

DrSheldonCooper
Strap Recommendation for SKX171
Hi guys. Recently dug out my skx171 from the cupboard. I thought it was missing and so glad I found it. But sadly, the strap broke because the rubber sort of "melted". Been about a year alr in the cupboard. Anyone can recommend a place to get a replacement strap? Would be good if it's possible to get the same design. However, other recommendations which go well with this watch are also welcome! Not looking for a metal strap though.



Many thanks for any help!







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lunarin79
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
imo, any 22mm leather strap will match with the classic 171
DrSheldonCooper
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"lunarin79"

imo, any 22mm leather strap will match with the classic 171


Thanks for the reco. Is there any place that you guys would recommend with a good selection of straps? Sorry I'm quite the newbie here. Don't want to get chopped.



Anyway, I'm a little apprehensive about leather straps cause I'm a pretty sweaty guy. Leather straps will smell if it gets into contact with sweat too often right?
Poison
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
Try K2.
fireal
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
can try a nato/zulu.. also will smell one if sweat... but at least can wash and dry :D
leonmike
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
ISOFRAN would b nice !!!!!
fireal
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"leonmike"

ISOFRAN would b nice !!!!!




:lol: :lol: the strap will cost almost as much as the watch
funky_banana
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
I personally prefer the flat vent strap then the normal ones





nt sure if k2 still have then if not can always get at thong sai I suppose
big-e-294
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"funky_banana"

I personally prefer the flat vent strap then the normal ones





nt sure if k2 still have then if not can always get at thong sai I suppose


K2 has these OEM flat vented straps that are much softer feel than the original Seiko flat vented straps.

you could give those a try.



alternatively, you can try those maratac elite styled straps.
funky_banana
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"big-e-294"




K2 has these OEM flat vented straps that are much softer feel than the original Seiko flat vented straps.

you could give those a try.



alternatively, you can try those maratac elite styled straps.


yea, the OEM that K2 sells are actually quite comfy.

i have one black maratac elite with orange stitching but no longer wearing as the strap was a bit long. think small wrist can forget about wearing them. and they are quite comfortable to wear too.



another one would be the normal kevlar strap?
seiko siao
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"big-e-294"

[quote="funky_banana"]I personally prefer the flat vent strap then the normal ones





nt sure if k2 still have then if not can always get at thong sai I suppose


K2 has these OEM flat vented straps that are much softer feel than the original Seiko flat vented straps.

you could give those a try.



alternatively, you can try those maratac elite styled straps.[/quote]

Just went to K2, mr goh do have the flat vent strap and the Seiko normal rubber strap in stock.
DrSheldonCooper
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
Many thanks for the recommendations! The flat vent strap and maratac elite styled straps both look great on the 171! Will make a trip to K2 when I'm free to change the strap. May I know what's the max price I should be paying for either of these 2 straps? Still a student so really I hope I don't overpay for it. Hopefully they're under $50.



Thanks for the suggestion on the nato and zulu but it's not really the style i'm looking for.



Anyway some of the nicks look really familiar you guys are from edmw seiko club right? I bought this watch off one of the seiko guys in that thread as well. But I can't for the life of me remember his nick.
lunarin79
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
yes, most of us were from edmw before we migrated here
DrSheldonCooper
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"big-e-294"

[quote="funky_banana"]I personally prefer the flat vent strap then the normal ones





nt sure if k2 still have then if not can always get at thong sai I suppose


K2 has these OEM flat vented straps that are much softer feel than the original Seiko flat vented straps.

you could give those a try.



alternatively, you can try those maratac elite styled straps.[/quote]

Thanks for these 2 suggestions. I googled the maratec styled straps as well and I really like them also.



Can you shed some light on the prices of these 2? I hope I don't overpay for them. Or is K2 generally safe for newbies as well?
CoolieND
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
Don't worry if your name Robert, Mr. Goh's reputation is darned good. No idea on pricing, but can't think they're going to be that expensive.
DrSheldonCooper
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"CoolieND"

Don't worry if your name Robert, Mr. Goh's reputation is darned good. No idea on pricing, but can't think they're going to be that expensive.


Thanks a lot. I will probably go down on Mon or Tues after lunch. =)
funky_banana
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
I don't think k2 have the maratac elite strap. you can get them in eBay or online shops such as broadarrow.net where I got mine



Howard(iirc his name) from broadarrow is a nice chap. his response is quick and shipping time is reasonable. think his pricing wouldn't cost more than $50 for sure.



for goh price is definitely reasonable
kuang89
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
bencoolen has plenty of shops selling straps..go sure sure have wat u want
seiko siao
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"kuang89"

bencoolen has plenty of shops selling straps..go sure sure have wat u want


the problem with their straps there is the wider ur lug width, the more expensive it gets.



not like K2 or even twinkle 18mm to 28mm straps all same price.



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DrSheldonCooper
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
Hi guys. I went to change to the Flat Vented strap already. Thanks for the recommendation. Was expecting it to be a lot more expensive. Haha.



Look what I picked up along the way! :lol:







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R-Oak
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
first - i think hirsch liberty in dark brown would look outstanding on the skx171, but maby its just me

second - a black and dark grey nato strap !
fir_chan
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"DrSheldonCooper"

Hi guys. I went to change to the Flat Vented strap already. Thanks for the recommendation. Was expecting it to be a lot more expensive. Haha.



Look what I picked up along the way! :lol:







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GXGX.... you wanted a cheap strap so you can hoot a red monster?? Well done....!!!
Benzit
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171
NICE !!!



Going to drop by this coming Wed to K2 :)



Hope there is still a red monster around ;)




"DrSheldonCooper"

Hi guys. I went to change to the Flat Vented strap already. Thanks for the recommendation. Was expecting it to be a lot more expensive. Haha.



Look what I picked up along the way! :lol:







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DrSheldonCooper
Re: Strap Recommendation for SKX171

"Benzit"

NICE !!!



Going to drop by this coming Wed to K2 :)



Hope there is still a red monster around ;)




[quote="DrSheldonCooper"]Hi guys. I went to change to the Flat Vented strap already. Thanks for the recommendation. Was expecting it to be a lot more expensive. Haha.



Look what I picked up along the way! :lol:







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Hey there. Think you might want to give him a call first. I was told it was the last piece. Unless new stocks come in or he has a few more pieces hidden somewhere. Haha.