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The top two are Mako 2. The bottom are Ray 2 (blacked out bottom left is known as Ray Raven as well).

Yes, these are technically a downgrade from the Kamasu, which has a sapphire crystal and a much nicer and easier bezel action. Kamasu still has hollow end links btw.

While $165 is a decent deal, they can be found for cheaper—$127 on Amazon. The Kamasu is $219 on Amazon. I still prefer the Kamasu just because I like the dial much more, and sapphire is a big plus. But at around $130, these are great as well.

Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FXK2SFB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I used a dremel to sand the A700 pin smaller but you can also just buy them. Get some that are 18mm long and a diameter of about 1.8mm otherwise the bracelet will be lose.

I think these for example should do.

https://www.amazon.com/SPRING-BAR-thickness-Packet-Stainless/dp/B01LZQSFWK

Honestly I was looking into the duro and I spotted it on Amazon with a preorder button. Link below for a listing

Casio Men's Diver Inspired Stainless Steel Quartz Resin Strap, Black, 25.6 Casual Watch (Model: MDV-106B-2AVCF) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083VMFR4C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_L7wxEbAS41X4Z

I was trying that but now that I'm looking more closely, it seems that the press puts more pressure on the inside edge, seating it improperly. Even with just a little press, it pushes the crystal in far enough that it creates the wrong angle for it to seat. With it aligned crooked, no matter how hard I press, I can't get the other end to slide in. I was trying to just give it a tiny tiny press and then rotated the case, but I just keep getting frustrated.

I just bought this: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B09YP67M7J/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It looks like it's a better type of press. If it doesn't work, I'll return it and just ask a local shop to press them in for me.

Sure, amazon https://www.amazon.se/Kai-Tian-universellt-klockarmband-snabbkoppling/dp/B09ZTGY82Q

This is a pretty nice material, comfortable rubber, black outside and green inside. I suspect this is fkm material.

And I would like to try this, idk about the material but it fits perfectly (look the pics).

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/836171787/22mm-all-black-vulcanized-rubber-strap

yes you can buy them on Amazon and alot of watch websites
https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK809-Automatic-Stainless-Canvas/dp/B002SSUQFG/ref=sr\_1\_1?crid=3MODEDJS9H40N&keywords=Seiko+5+SNK809&qid=1649377743&sprefix=seiko+5+snk809%2Caps%2C448&sr=8-1

Yes. I purchased it this week. It is available on Amazon.sa. It is also available on Amazon.com but it’s more expensive in America apparently.

Here’s a link from the Saudi Amazon

OrientAutomaticWaterResistantStainlessSteelWatchSAB0D003T8https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B08H8MY4SN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_TTEAWN8NN9BGJ3Z98MKT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

the seiko is borrowing the strap from the orient bambino. the green dial orient is the RA-AB0F02E which normally comes with a metal bracelet. and the other leather straps shown are from Amazon made by Maikes.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZX8G5R2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Love this Orient Star! I was looking at the silver or white dial version for its blued hands. Here's another black dial Orient Star I had not seen before: https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Automatic-Black-Watch-RE-AW0002L00B/dp/B07PT7VJ4K/

Limited Edition = an excuse to jack up the price massively. They’re even more expensive than the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind anime tie-in new SEIKO 5 SPORTS models: https://www.crunchyroll.com/en-gb/anime-news/2019/09/18/1000-limited-production-jojos-bizarre-adventure-golden-wind-collaboration-watches-go-on-sale-in-november

Ritche Quick Release Leather Watch Band Top Grain Leather Watch Strap 18mm 19mm 20mm 21mm 22mm 23mm or 24mm for Men and Women https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B081T4N9TW/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_MSGT7HB3XVTWPT6HJHXY?psc=1

The brand is Barton. This is a “22mm Caramel - BARTON Rally Horween Leather Watch Bands - Quick Release”

22mm Caramel - BARTON Rally... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08N5JH6FY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

General rule: if you don't know how to, then don't (as you might cause more damage).

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This may be the right tool to flip it open, if it is not screwed-on. But because this looks like a quartz watch, the only reason to flip it open is to replace the battery. Take it to a watchmaker and he'll do it for $5. It will ensure water resistance remains the same.

Citizen Eco Drive Promaster Diver Watch BN0150-28E

Come in blue or black dial. I have a blue one and it's my daily desk diver.

https://www.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Promaster-Diver-BN0150-28E/dp/B016R90VBK

In this case I'd also suspect that it's magnetized.

You can do a preliminary check yourself, if you have a smartphone with a magnetometer. Most modern ones should have this sensor...

On an Android, you can use an app such as Gauss Meter. Just hover the phone around the watch and see if the readings start to deviate a lot.

A small old fashioned compass would do too.

If not, a trip to a watchmaker and a timegrapher will be needed...

I've never tried a Seiko, but I've had a lot of trouble with Casios, I assume the radio receivers are similar.

I've heard that https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.junghans.mega will turn your phone into a transmitter; maybe you can use that instead.

Not the best option, just a automatic watch option

Reloj suizo luminoso Submariner para hombre, automático, mecánico, de acero inoxidable, resistente al agua https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M5S343Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RpIvFbS82TA9Y

I happened upon this while browsing on Amazon one day and I saw they had a 21mm option! I did have to squeeze the endlinks a little bit so that they'd be flush, but otherwise I'm really happy with them!

Here ya go...Amazon!

I bought it for $19.99 but looks like it's $13 right now ! Grab it!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F2YBQJ2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This was the watch that first popped into my head, followed by the Seiko SNN079P2 (no longer in stock on Amazon, but here it is for reference):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HCYGMO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_PevYDbVJPWHZ7

Nearly every review complains about the size being smaller than expected (42mm).

Very nice! I haven't seen that one before.

This will be my next purchase :

ORIENT Men's watch NEO 70's neo-Seventies SOLAR PANDA milky white WV0041TX https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV43QHC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jn1XDb1JYZ5QQ

Thanks man. Scoop up the leather band for it and breath some new life into it! Racing Watch Strap,EACHE Hole Version Vegetable Tanned Genuine Leather,18mm Watch Band,Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DGSF2YH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jx3ZBb40B6769

Ok thanks here is the link i bought it from. https://www.amazon.ca/Seiko-SNKK52-Automatic-Gold-Tone-Stainless-Steel/dp/B004MB1JMG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533673694&sr=8-1&keywords=seiko+snkk52 It says Ships from and sold by Amazon.ca. I should be ok right?

Just got a new job and several months ago lost my previous watch, the citizen chronograph. I will miss that watch as I owned it for over five years through some very trying times in my mid 20s. With the new job I decided it was time for a replacement / upgrade.

This is the Signature ”Courageous” Diver with dark blue dial on stainless steel, released in 2011 in the USA, but made in Japan. Features include eco drive obviously, a five year power reserve, perpetual calendar, highly accurate quartz movement, water resistance to 300 meters, anti-reflective coated sapphire crystal, screw link bracelet, rotating diver’s bezel, very powerful lume, etc.

It feels great on the wrist, substantial yet not too heavy or bulky, (though keep in mind my wrists are 8” and I lift weights regularly, so it might be more substantial if you’re on the skinnier side of the spectrum). The sapphire is very high quality and appears not to exist 97% of the time. Perpetual calendar was a little tricky to set, but now that it is all I have to do is adjust for daylight savings time twice a year and that’s the only time I’ll ever have to adjust this watch.

Oh, and the face is beautifully detailed, creating a rainbow-like shimmer in the sun. Very legible and spectacular to look at, especially outdoors.

Shoutout to Nick Shabaz on YouTube whose very detailed and informative review helped tremendously in my product research and in ultimately choosing this watch. No regrets.

You can get old-style g-shocks for like $40 if you want something a bit tougher than OP's:

• https://www.amazon.com/G-shock-DW5600E-1V-Black-Resin-Sport/dp/B000GAYQKY/

I had my sarb in the gym and managed to scratch it after a few weeks by hitting it against a railing.

I have been on the look out for this Orient Daydate homage as I believe it’s been called. I figured out a model#: 2EV03002G and I found an old listing on amazon.com before they took it off. I would love to know if someone has a source for where I can buy this watch. it’s absolutely stunning and it’s the only non Rolex day date that I enjoy looking at. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

Amazon.com

I got these one time and they worked well. Came in two days as well Honbay 3PCS Double Tip Pins Tools Spring Bar Tools for Watch Wrist Strap Removal Repair Fix Kit Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HHR58P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zfwxAbNP18W8V

Looks like a Seiko Pilot Chronograph of some sort, but I'm not sure if the exact model. Looks similar to this one, but not exactly the same.

About the closest I could get...Seiko SNN231. Analog Quartz with somewhat similar styling to your 809. It's 43mm (compared to only 37mm of the 809) so keep that in mind.

G-shock

Pretty close to your specifications

I don't mind getting my hands fiddly on occasion so I'm confident I will be ok. I bought this one and I dont see a hand removal tool in there... DAMMIT!

Thanks, I think it looks nice too, I'm bummed out about the misalignment. The watch really looks great and feels pretty high quality. Amazon Link

Amazon $142.5 with bracelet

I know for sure that the SARZ005 does and is under $200. There are others too but that was the first off the top of my head.

Picked up a Casio Edifice EF-503D-1AV WW when it went on sale the other day. It didn't take me long to pull the trigger, considering this watch has been on my three watch grail list the past year or so (the other two are Omega Speedmaster and Railmaster). I know it's cheap for a grail watch, but this is honestly the most I've spent on a watch to-date. It's giving my beloved Citizen BM6400-00e a run for its money.

Picked up a different strap and clasp for my new watch as the metal bracelet is nice, but a good leather strap just sets this watch onto a new level. The metal bracelet is nice and heavy, but ultimately not my style. Really digging the deployment clasp. Might switch all of my casual watches to a deployment clasp.

Hope you guys enjoy this post as much as I enjoy this watch. Cheers!

I actually bought my son his first "real" watch, a Seiko SRN052 that he got as a Christmas gift. I liked the look of it so much I wanted to buy one for myself, but Jomashop sold out of them (they were on sale for $140). I browsed around their online store looking for other Kinetic watches, and found the SKA533. I really liked the look of the green dial, so I pulled the trigger on this SKA533. I must have nabbed the last one, as it immediately showed it as out of stock after I clicked "buy!"

Anyway, I just got it delivered today, and I love the feel of it on the wrist. It's not as heavy as I thought it would be, and the size is perfect for my wrist. It's the first Seiko I bought for myself, as all of my other Seiko watches were either gifts, or inherited from my father (he passed away a couple of years ago). Go green!

Picked up a Casio Edifice EF-503D-1AV WW when it went on sale the other day. It didn't take me long to pull the trigger, considering this watch has been on my three watch grail list the past year or so (the other two are Omega Speedmaster and Railmaster). I know it's cheap for a grail watch, but this is honestly the most I've spent on a watch to-date. It's giving my beloved Citizen BM6400-00e a run for its money.

Picked up a different strap and clasp for my new watch as the metal bracelet is nice, but a good leather strap just sets this watch onto a new level. The metal bracelet is nice and heavy, but ultimately not my style. Really digging the deployment clasp. Might switch all of my casual watches to a deployment clasp.

Hope you guys enjoy this post as much as I enjoy this watch. Cheers!

Interesting, looks like the NE88 and the 8R28 are different names for the same movement. The Invicta version ends up being a lot cheaper than Seiko's own, but that could just be down to fit and finish and build quality of Invicta vs. Seiko.

It's not totally red but there's the Seiko SRP339.

Red just doesn't seem to be a very popular dial color these days. You could always go the custom route and get the dial replaced too.

It's a Timex. Nothing fancy, but I like how it looks. I figured I could just measure the size I need and get a generic stainless bracelet. I've done this in the past, but the problem I've had buying sight unseen is getting something that is really lightweight that feels cheep. Sounds funny taking about a $100 Timex. :)

Thanks for offering to help!

Timex Men's T2N932DH Stainless Steel Watch with Leather Band https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008HY8YZO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_l.GGwb4KGF4X7

this is the link to the watch from the seller i used.

World Order Inc.

they have great price, and the quality and speed were great.

edit, they doo have the SKX007 http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002FNWA7Q?m=A6U81KQSPY3SX&ref_=v_sp_detail_page

There have been rumors saying the 7s26 is being phased out for years now but Seiko keeps releasing watches with them.

I picked up the SNKN41 and SNKN01 back in March - both are fairly recently released models with the 7s26.

That said, I think Seiko is learning that people want hacking/handwinding so they've (finally) started to put out more models with movements that can do that.

Everyone has their favorite way of browsing reddit. If you happen to use the official reddit app, you may notice that our look is no longer default!

much rejoicing

On a side note, I finally got rid of the center text-align on the self submissions. I'm not sure why the theme's author thought they would be a nice touch but I often found it difficult to use. I'm sure a lot of you did as well.

That's all from me. Back to your regularly scheduled programming.

-- rawWwRrr