Can Strapcode improve The Seiko DressKX / 40mm Seiko 5 Sports? [ SRPE61J1 SRPE61K1 Dress-KX]

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After almost a year of waiting, Strapcode finally got some bracelets for the 40mm Seiko 5 Sports watches. AKA the DressKX / Dress-KX / DKX . So I immediately ordered one.
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00:00 Intro
01:08 The Bracelet
02:25 On the Wrist
02:40 How It Looks
03:57 NitPicks
04:34 Final Thoughts

[@SilverKeyMan]

I have the SRPE51 (same watch, but on bracelet with polished bezel), and also have the StrapCode Jubillee. I love how the polished bezel matches the center links on the bracelet. It is quickly becoming one of my favorites.

[@anthonydevono8833]

Looks good I’ve seen the bright blue in my local jewellery shop on the nato was very impressive

[@tjfish9683]

I got the oyster style bracelet from Strapcode and am quite happy with it. Agree with your observations about the clasp

[@darrensmith6999]

Got the Jubilee version for my SARB Alpinist great bracelets fits perfectly. Bought mine from Mark at long island watch.

[@willf.5403]

Great review! Just tried it on in store after seeing this video - it will be mine on pay day !

[@anthonyschumacher9925]

Have the same watch only black dial. Beauty indeed. I put it on the Island Watch oyster which looks perfect on it and the end link fit is absolutely right. Very tight. No space like your Strapcode. Less chunky clasp too. Your jubilee does look nice but I think you'd really like the Island Watch bracelet. Good video!

[@s.m.whiteII]

Excellent content as usual Shane👍

[@GeorgeDarejanashvili]

Just ordered SRPE61 model and strapcode 20mm jubilee bracelet. cant wait I'm so excited

[@RelativeTime]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@JohnBuckmaster-sw3wm]

Anytime I’m looking for bracelet or strap ideas I watch your channel! Thanks!

[@RelativeTime]

I spend way too much time trying different ones out, so glad to hear it's appreciated.

[@garethsigrist8714]

Great review 👍 I just picked up a Strapcode O style bracelet for my DressKX a few weeks ago. I had previously bought a Strapcode J style bracelet for my SKX007 and have been very happy with it so when a 20% off code arrived in my inbox from Strapcode, it seemed like a no brainier to upgrade the stock Seiko bracelet on my SRPE55. The Strapcode is fantastic, I can live with the chunky clasp as it feels a bit more appropriate for an O style bracelet but as you mentioned in your review, there isn’t much taper to the bracelet for the SRPE. From memory the Strapcode SKX bracelet has around 4mm of taper and I was expecting/hoping for a similar ratio for the SRPE. Still a really great bracelet though and considering I got 20% off I’m not complaining but knowing what I know now I would probably have gone with a bracelet from Long Island Watch as I prefer a bit more taper.

[@HorologyinSanity]

Great video! Dat gray dial! 🤩🤩🤩

[@Zantetsukens]

I’m into the blue dial, but damn I’m so tempted by the grey.

[@billmurphy893]

As an owner of two strapcode Angus j's I can say I agree on the taper and the clasp it should taper to 16 and if the long island one does it should be ideal. And that clasp should address your overkill concern!

[@tarasmathers7423]

Great video Shane. I feel like Strapcode can improve on almost anything, as their market is targeted to where there's a need. I don't dislike the "DressKX," on an oyster, but I think it's more natural looking on the jubilee. Definitely the right choice, IMHO.

[@nrs6956]

Good review. Thank you. Either LIW or strapcode appeals to me. But I do favor the Jubilee style personally. Your combination IMO looks great.

[@AlexanderB.]

This version of the DressKX with brushed bezel surrounding is the best looking imo. Although I really like jubilee bracelet Maybe I would have gone for the oyster style bracelet here. I noticed that the gap between the lugs and the end link might be more of a Seiko issue than a Stapcode issue as the lug looked a little bit rounded off towards the inside.

[@Kevin-hl9vo]

Uncle's Jubilee bracelet is pretty darn good. With its taper, it reminded me of my GPa's Rolex Datejust on a Jubilee. Very compact and comfortable.

[@brianmsahin]

It is a beautiful watch..and that's a very suitable bracelet, really suits the watch.

[@barryvercueil2346]

Great video. 👍 You can't go wrong with the Long Island.

[@RelativeTime]

Marc and Long Island are great. I need to check out some of his Islander Watches soon.

[@gersixtyseven2171]

It's such a nice watch ( srpe51) and the jubbilee completes the look. However, I fitted the Seiko clasp on the jubilee because the strapcode clasp was too bulky.

[@JMK15]

My favorite style of bracelet and it looks great in that seiko. Checking the other review now.

[@RelativeTime]

Glad you like it!

[@JMK15]

@@RelativeTime I just wish it was 200 M. I want to 200 M non-SKS seiko. But This watch is very nice.

[@Conundrum191]

Personally bought the SRPE51 a few months back given it was on sale, and the stock Seiko bracelet was "ok", but always thought to add a Jubilee. Yours looks pretty good, but I do think from watching and reading maybe that clasp is a bit big for the watch, and the band could taper a bit more (part of me thinks it was adapted from the larger divers that use 22mm). That said, I also just found out about Marc's version from the comments, and it might be perfect for this watch. All said, Seiko did a good job on this one. It's not really a diver, a dress watch, or a field watch...but sort of a combo of all three, especially when paired with the right bracelet or strap.

[@vincee7621]

Another excellent video. Thank you. Wow, that is quite a transformation. Possibly too much so. You might consider the Oyster. I have a feeling you will be ordering the Long Island version some time soon. There's only one way to find out. The taper to 16mm is more elegant and you're right that chunky clasp on the Strapcode is a bit too much for this watch and as you pointed out the fit isn't great. That is going to bug you over time. I too like the Jubilee but in this case I think I would opt for the Oyster. Which means my ordering from the US and as I am in Europe I will get shackled with shipping costs, customs duty and a long wait. So maybe not. I would like to see this watch on both options to decide and really it is personal taste ultimately. Knowing you I think you may come up with further options. If so, please let me know if you are thinking of selling your Jubilee! All the best.

[@marvean2519]

I went with the black and gold version, you make me regret my choice! The silver is gorgeous.

[@ceeb2275]

I have the Longines HydroConquest that has a similar grey sunburst dial. I put the Jubilee on my Orient Kamasu, I binned the OEM one. Completely transforms the watch... As does with your Seiko

[@Rakerong]

I did the same, got the Jubilee style bracelet for the Kamasu and it's all kinds of fancy, sporty, more premium looking and all around a better addition to a great watch. Though, I had the one with the rose gold bezel edge and there wasn't an option for a two tone bracelet, I still think it makes it so much better. A nice strap/bracelet does wonders for a decent watch and makes it just amazing.

[@nij330]

I had mine fitted to a strap code and switched to a long island jubilee. Much prefer the long island. Taper is better and the smaller clasp feels better. The long island bracelet is also smoother and more comfortable. Both good, but for me its long island all the way.

[@LamarFaciane]

I love the O Boyer on mine ✌🏽

[@hcwm2]

I actually like 6 microadjusts on my clasps so that doesn't bother me but that bracelet seems quite unbalanced. I got my "silver shadow" only 2 weeks ago and this video convinced me that a taper down to 16mm is way more appropriate for such a small watch. I will go for the version from longislandwatch once they offer a replacement divers clasp that will fit 16mm bracelets, which Mark is planning to offer at some point. Also I am waiting for other stuff from his store coming back into stock. ;)

[@MuhButtsBeenWiped]

I have the LIW jubilee for my srpe and it isnt bad. I have an 8" wrist so i had to ask for an extra link. Overall im satisfied. I would have went with the strap code but their shipping is ridiculous unless you're spending $150+. Also, someone should do a BOR bracelet for these. Id be lined up, money in hand..

[@propblast82nd]

@ Relative Time Seems like a really nice watch 👍

[@metrev]

I have both bracelet's Mark's and the strapcode and I personally prefer Mark's clasp because it is smaller but it is the same quality as the strapcode .

[@RelativeTime]

That's good to know. The Strapcode clasp is extremely well made, but maybe a little overkill.

[@luthfurrahman7560]

I have mine fitted on a Uncle seiko jubilee. Perfectly balanced £53

[@Mr_Memer.876]

I have the Long Island jubilee. The clasp is ok, pressed outer shell - but I deliberately chose it over the Strapcode not because of the price but because I felt the Strapcode clasp would look too big. Overall I'm incredibly impressed and would highly recommend. 👍🏼

[@Raddlerss]

Can you let me know how many links can be removed from each side on the long island? I have 6 inch wrist and trying to figure out which one would be better for my wrist between long island and strapcode

[@seeker7679]

I didn't think the bracelet fit the watch at all until the outdoor shots, then I got it.

[@niekbeentjes8849]

Uncle Seiko all day long!

[@SilverSergeant]

Very nice bracelet.....

[@michaelkazlo627]

I own this with a jubilee, love it but I honestly wear the skx007j to work more in general, I put this on when im home or going out. Im thinking alpinst next with the two tone jubilee. Idk.

[@TCraigoo]

Have you found a two tone jubilee for the DressKX yet? I can’t for the life of me find one.

[@JTM0927]

The Islander watch option is your best bet. Price point is better and I was able to get a great fit and the bracelet has a great taper that fits the size of the watch. Just a great match.

[@BradReiter]

Second. The taper was why I went with Islander. The lower price was a bonus!

[@tuzu1758]

The dress KX looks good on all the steels. If I was going that direction. I'd put a engineers on it. All that polished steel look like ya have a disco ball on your wrist.

[@RelativeTime]

Engineer would be cool. I always love those.

[@johnbuckmaster569]

My Seco alpinist has a Angus jubilee from strap coat on it… Same clasp that they’ve been using for at least five years on mine as well but it goes a little better I think because the Angus jubilee is beefier. Chose I purchase three from the brand and all I’ve been happy with all three purchases… Thanks Shane

[@RelativeTime]

Glad you like them. Strapcode is great.

[@Isaac-px4wy]

Guessing everyone is liking this bracelet. I clicked the link and the "Super J" as referred to on the site it sold out! But your dress KX is sweet.

[@bayushisezaru]

You’re slowly convincing me on pulling the trigger on this silver shadow dressKX... 😅

[@3rdstone1]

Gorgeous shots, and great video as usual. The only experience I have is the unused Miltat Strapcode O-style bracelet that came with the SKX that I got for very decent money at my domestic auction site a couple of years ago. I instantly put it on the SKX and have enjoyed it since. Great quality IMHO.

[@scottlisson7055]

I’m a Strapcode fan boy. 😀

[@jungpillyoon6254]

I bought srpe61 and strapcode jubilee bracelet at one time after watching your review. thanks for the great view and I like your voice

[@LudekVokac]

I bought the gilt-dial SRPE57 (polished bezel, on bracelet) and the blue dial SRPE63 (brushed bezel, on nato) and then I purchased two Strapcode bracelets: the Super-O and Super-J. And I must say that they have elevated the watch so much. What I found out (together with my wife who wears the blue one) is that the jubilee style bracelet fits better with my gilt dialed version with the polished bezel. The polishing of the central links nicely follows the polishing of the bezel and creates a great continuation. The oyster style on the other hand fits more nicely with the brushed bezel watch (the blue one in this case), IMO. It blends with the other brushing and the fact that the brushing is in another direction is not that profound here as you have various brushings on various surfaces. About the clasp thoug: it is still a bit beefy, you're right, but its much better than the stock one. The reason is that the foldover part is a bit shorter (about 1 or 1,5 cm) compared to the stock one, so this one, when folded on your wrist, takes up less space under your wrist than the stock one. Also, the whole clasp curves a bit more than the stock one, so it conforms to the curvature of my small (16,5 cm) wrist much better than the original one. From what I've studied in the pictures, the LIW clasp seems to have a very large foldover part with a lot of sheet metal there - it could be fine for larger wrists, but this is a no-go for me.

[@RelativeTime]

Good to know. I've never seen the stock bracelet, so curious how they would compare.

[@LudekVokac]

@@RelativeTime The stock bracelet is not bad per se, I think that a lot of the criticism is based on the sins in past. Yeah, the clasp is pressed and the endlinks hollow, but it's not rattly or pulling hair (the links are solid this time) as it used to be with older Seiko 5s. It just isn't very good for smaller wrists, which is also true for the NATO the other models come with - the strap is pretty thick and doesn't bend around so easily and the watch sits pretty high on the wrist with it. It's a shame, as the watch is very compact and looks great on the wrist - just not on the stock strap or bracelet (that might put some people off, when they try it in the store).

[@Jacob-tw3bl]

@@LudekVokac stock bracelet have folded hollow links. Just built better so not noticeable. You will see on the sides a line in the middle where the fold meets

[@mrheartbane]

I love my SRPE53K but I have some much trouble getting the springbars off lol

[@RelativeTime]

Even with the drilled lugs?

[@craig2100]

Strapcodes are nice, but their finishing could be a little better. I have the J series and it has a few rough edges

[@tobysykes4161]

I like your ostrich strap. As for the watch, you can keep it.

[@RelativeTime]

It is a really nice strap.

[@basilpeewit3350]

The bracelet watch is different from the nato in that its bezel is polished while the nato has a brushed bezel.

[@jranda1051]

Went with long Island watch

[@valueink]

Although it doesn’t have SEL, and no milled clasp, I find Uncle Seiko’s president bracelet to be the best fit for this watch.

[@Nefville]

Shane I have a big problem I can spend big money on a watch but when it comes to aftermarket straps and bracelets I'm as cheap as the day is long. I can't help it. "$60!?!?! for a bracelet? Too much!" but 10 or 20 times that for a watch and it's "that's not bad...". oh yeah the clasp I meant to mention that, I wish they did more of a Rolex style jubilee clasp on their jubilee bracelets and not a big honking dive clasp.

[@markgrieves1307]

Hi Nefarion, Mark in England here. Take a look at the Rolamy Store on Ali Express. I bought an Oyster style bracelet for a Seiko 5, reviewed by Dave at Just The Watch (top guy like Shane). It was about getting a kind of Rolex look, but I can't remember the model number. Anyway, he left the link for the store and stated which one to get. I did what he said and wasn't disappointed, although I was only aiming for elegance and not necessarily the Rolex look, which is kinda pretensious depending on your point of view. I wouldn't call either Shane or Dave pretensious though. Let's just say the bracelet made it look beautiful to my eyes. Guys like you and I have class, it's just that we are always inexpensive and never ever cheap.

[@donnyboon2896]

Yes

[@mcalax5901]

When Charlie Sheen’s Platoon voiceover does a Watch review. “The war is over for me now. But it will always be there, for the rest of my days”

[@JuanHernandez-dw4vq]

Would be nice with articulating end links.

[@flip97gt]

Shane, I just picked up a Seiko SNK381 that (for the money) impresses the hell out of me. Especially for a budget watch. Would you be interested in reviewing one?

[@RelativeTime]

That's a nice looking watch. I've been meaning to check out some of the Seiko 5s that were out there. Although now I have to get through some watches I already got.

[@wadedwyer863]

I picked up the brushed bezel gray dial version on eBay (that already had an Islander oyster bracelet - worn once with tags, etc). The Islander bracelet seems to be the better option by a clear margin. I also got a domed sapphire installed for ~$70 and can’t imagine a better watch for under $300 out of pocket.

[@RelativeTime]

It really is great. Right now I'm going to keep the hardlex in it until it gets scratched up. Then I'll swap it to sapphire.

[@Conundrum191]

@@RelativeTime That's my thought as well...as much as it "bugs" me not to have sapphire, it's kinda pointless to swap it while the hardlex is still pristine.

[@scottkelsey8487]

Hey love your videos. I was just curious what straps do you have for yours? 9 seconds into the video and 20 seconds into the video. I love those straps and was wondering if you could share with me where you got them please. Keep up the content it's great.

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks. The straps your referring to are a leather corduroy hybrid from Vario. And a black leather Nylon from Ritchie. I usually have links in the description as well.

[@scottkelsey8487]

@@RelativeTime thank you yeah I did look in the description aswell but couldn't see any for those straps. I'm new to watch collecting and this was my first automatic And I got to say I love it.

[@edwardcm9175]

my dog chewed my Seiko 5 SNK803, scratched the glass and the logo inside fell off lol.. this might be a suitable replacement but I like that beige-ish color, they have something similar?

[@metrev]

Yeah go with the non chewable bracelet option . Sorry for your luck but your comment made me laugh .

[@frankkollar2278]

I think that you should try the LIW bracelet So much so that I would be willing to send you my srpe61 with LIW jubilee so you could make a direct comparison

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks for the offer. I might take you up on that. If you could, shoot me an email [e-mail] .

[@alessandro.felici]

Could you do a new video to show newer bracelet for the Srpe? Just bought my first 😍

[@RelativeTime]

I haven't checked out Strapcode in a bit, which is the newer bracelet?

[@alessandro.felici]

@@RelativeTime i don’t know, that’s why I thought you could do a video about all the new options. 👍

[@RelativeTime]

@@alessandro.felici lol ok. When let me look and see what they have. If anything is new.

[@RelativeTime]

Long island watch has a lot of good bracelets too.

[@mariog7213]

First. I’ll say, I might prefer the uncle Seiko clasp even though it’s not milled. But I don’t know if they’ve released one for this watch yet

[@RelativeTime]

I don't think they have, but I remeber someone saying that one of their Speedmaster bracelets would work for this.

[@pierrearagon]

Uncle Seiko has a President style and Jubilee bracelet for this watch. Go to the drop down menu on the homepage >Seiko Straps >Others>SRPE

[@user-cb5pf9mu1y]

🙂❤️seiko automatic

[@rpkcustoms]

I notice that MPP emitter poking through in one of the shots. You happen to be in the custom lightsaber community as well?

[@RelativeTime]

No, that was an old present. Mini replica of Vader's saber. An old work friend gave it to me when I got married. They said most wedding gifts are really for the bride, so they wanted to make sure I got something just for me.

[@MUSIKANCM]

Which one fits better? Uncle Seiko or Strapcode?

[@RelativeTime]

I think strapcode has a slightly better fit.

[@orenovadia6590]

My only issue with straps... Sometimes the don't fit my tiny wrists as in missing a hole... 6.1/4 wrist. As always great video!!

[@SilverKeyMan]

I have the same strap on the SRPE51, and it fits my 6.25" wrist just fine, with room to even go smaller.

[@trailblazer2339]

Hey Shane, I saw mini turtle in the video. Did you review it?

[@RelativeTime]

I will be soon. Awesome watch, I just wish they weren't so pricey.

[@trailblazer2339]

@@RelativeTime You teased Seiko Cocktail Mojito as well. I think a review for it is also on the cards. Looking forward to checking both reviews, Shane!

[@RelativeTime]

@@trailblazer2339 it is indeed. Very excited about that one. Not sure when I'm going to get to it. Was kind of an impulse buy. Randomly saw it on eBay for a pretty good price.

[@maljones.8737]

Don't strapcode make long island bracelets??.great w watch.and bracelets.

[@RelativeTime]

I know Marc sells strapcode stuff at long Island, but I don't know who makes his "Islander" bracelets.

[@johnsanabria3279]

I think the jubilee is too busy-looking; the oyster is a smoother choice that enhances the dial(where all the action is)....the LI bracelet @ $59 seems to be a much better choice. Btw,after seeing your first video on the SRPE61 I found one on eBay for a good deal (total: under $140).....now to get rid of that nato band in lieu of something better.....

[@RelativeTime]

That is a good deal! Hope you like it.

[@johnsanabria3279]

@@RelativeTime It came in yesterday! Such a nice watch to wear a multitude of straps!

[@RelativeTime]

@@johnsanabria3279 I think it's the best out of the current Seiko 5 line.

[@aldrincabrera4825]

what size of strap?

[@RelativeTime]

Should be 20mm

[@FIZZYYAM]

Patrick Bateman talking watches

[@raymondtjai820]

U should try jubilee by uncle seiko.. its much much better.

[@RelativeTime]

Never tried a Jubilee from them, but have tried the president and oyster on my Alpinist.

[@raymondtjai820]

U should try it.. and compare with miltat.. imho uncle seiko looks better on it.

[@uaziz7]

@@RelativeTime How are the Uncle Seiko bracelets on your Alpinist? I was excited to buy an Oyster from Strapcode (Miltat) and was very happy with the quality albeit maybe too hefty, but when putting it on my SARB017 the end links were very ill fitting and loose and now I'm afraid of buying from Strapcode again.

[@RelativeTime]

@@uaziz7 You can see it in more detail here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX-ymHisj8SFr6c Overall they are pretty good. The end links have a little gap, but not too bad. Although they are folded so that is to be expected a little. In general, I think the quality of the strap code bracelet is better, but not by much. Plus I thought the Beads of Rice bracelet (which has stayed on mine) was better than the president. I remember the quality of the president's clasp not being as good.

[@uaziz7]

@@RelativeTime Thanks very much for the information! I watched your other video and agree the beads of rice looks beautiful. Too bad for the hollow end links though. I don't have any hollow end link bracelets but may just give in and get that Uncle Seiko. 😅 Thanks for your detailed and wonderful videos. 👍

[@perlundquist6938]

Pity they made it only 40 mm. I prefer larger watches. I am 6'6" and I need to wear larger watches.

[@muffemod]

Even

[@RelativeTime]

For whatever reason Seiko is commited to hardlex

[@muffemod]

@@RelativeTime Hardlex sucks.

[@mrcarpio9430]

The uncle seiko bracelet is nicer

[@RelativeTime]

Did Uncle Seiko ever make one specifically for the DressKX? I know originally the one they had for the Speedmaster just happened to fit. So people started buying that one.

[@mrcarpio9430]

@@RelativeTime Yes, Shane. Watch me go broke made a review with the uncle seiko bracelet, however I don't agree with the ugly U on the clasp.

[@mikekane9213]

Every bracelet needs to tapper to 16 or it's just not worth buying. This needs to be an expectation, not an afterthought.

[@troydogga6432]

It's a Seiko 5 not SKX etc, YAWN

[@RelativeTime]

Who says it's an SKX. It's a DressKX

[@troydogga6432]

@@RelativeTime another silly name for it . It's a Seiko 5.

[@ghulammuradi6651]

Strapcode is bad 👎 specially the pins that it comes with as they easily bent and will come undone and your watch will hit the ground hard, like it happened to mine ! I am going to warn all watch lovers to avoid buying there strap.

[@RelativeTime]

Do you mean the pins holding the links, or the spring bar holding it to the watch?

[@ghulammuradi6651]

@@RelativeTimethe spring bar that hold it to watch

[@mcalax5901]

When Charlie Sheen’s Platoon voiceover does a watch review. “The war is over for me now. But it will always be there, for the rest of my days”

[@RelativeTime]

That's a new one. I usually get Christian Bale in American Psycho. I think I prefer Platoon.