Top 3 SEIKO Bracelet Upgrades from Uncle Seiko, Beads of Rice, Razor Wire, President

[@4by_yotaguy373]

I've been tempted to get Uncle's razor wire bracelet for a while cause of how different it is. This review just pushed me into buying it. I'm now excited and can hardly wait 👍

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I love the uncle seiko one honestly!

[@flip97gt]

I actually have an STO turtle that I've tried several traditional dive straps on. That and my red dialed orient kamasu. For some reason I just couldn't connect with either of those watches. They never got word. Like you, I never gave bracelets a second look. Then came my budget Orient tristar. It came with a cheap bracelet and I didn't have a strap to put on it. So, I sized it's bracelet and realized I really liked wearing bracelets. For the kamasu, I ordered a retro razor bracelet from strapcode. I fell in love with the watch after that. Today, I have an Uncle Seiko razor wire coming for my STO turtle. I can't wait to get home and try it out.

[@raymondrichardson6061]

I think they all look fine. President looks expensive and solid. Others look more individual, but smart too. Interesting review.

[@duke6j]

I own the President. You can also find it under the name of The Endlink.

[@tods.9947]

Cool to see all three on the same watch. I have Larry’s bracelet for 6139s on one of my chronographs, but the beads of rice would really look great.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I thought I would like that one the most but that Razor wire one is really cool!

[@bhart098]

Great review Sam. I have all 3 straps for my turtles. And have the hollow end links for my SKXs. The president is the most "normal", but the rice is the most attractive (to me). The razor (in spite of the name) IS the most comfortable. But it's also the biggest PITA to size (those tiny patterned middle links).

[@CasualWatchReviews]

The sizing is all part of the fun with the razor wire. Its like an ancient puzzle!

[@MS28227]

I have the President and love. I also have the Continental which isn’t included here and it’s my favorite. Thanks for sharing this.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thanks for watching Matt!!

[@willardhooton920]

Currently wearing an Uncle Seiko president on a Smiths PRS-25 Everest (cream dial). Using the original Smiths endlinks, and it worked out great!👌

[@herbmerced7780]

Wow...thanks for introducing me to these....excellent content Sam! I find the razor wire option extremely interesting!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I was really impressed with the razor wire! still wearing it on that strap. It is different for sure!

[@drwindsurf]

Thank you for an excellent review and comparison Sam. I have only heard good things about Uncle Seiko and ever since you interviewed Larry I have had it in mind to get one of his straps. My only problem is that a review like this doesn't help me...I just makes me want to get them all :)

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Jeffrey well if you want to try one out let me know!

[@drwindsurf]

@@CasualWatchReviews That would be awesome...but the reality is I just need to decide which one I want :D

[@pickles632]

This video is both very entertaining and informative! subbed.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Much appreciated!!

[@stevenwymor1398]

I’ve got Larry’s BOR on both my Mini Turtle and my Samurai. I think it’s my favorite of his bracelets. Very comfortable and really pairs perfectly with the Samurai especially. BTW, the beads of rice was originally a Doxa design.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hi Steve, I should have mentioned Doxa, I had it in my head it was on early seamasters first so thanks for the clarification. I really liked the beads of rice, in fact I was impressed with all of them. Razor Wire for me just tipped the scale!

[@stevenwymor1398]

The Casual Watch Reviewer actually, I myself stand corrected. I guess Gay Freres designed the BOR and he supplied them to various manufacturers. Here’s a Hodinkee article about his business you might find interesting. www.hodinkee.com/articles/gay-freres-much-more-than-a-simple-manufacturer-of-watch-bracelets

[@stephentaylor6320]

Beautiful blue dial on your watch,nice to see you filming in New Brighton,lol

[@CasualWatchReviews]

HaHa, Its called Salt Creek beach, a bit further south than Santa Cruz which as a New Brighton! But a lot further away than Wallasey!

[@morastraps3525]

Nice review Sam. Love that turtle on the beads of rice bracelet!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Ben, Yes that really gives it a nice vintage look!

[@chrisbroesky2932]

Ive scoured the net, cant find an answer. Id like to get a bracelet for a Seiko sur525. What will fit?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yep I’m going to have to bow out because they are so specific these seiko bracelets, honestly if you have to change it. Just go with a straight end one, even a mesh, they look good as straight end. I can’t think of any one makes bracelets for the entry level seikos

[@chrisbroesky2932]

@CasualWatchReviews OH ok. Thanks man!

[@roamy3605]

Good review! I think I like the beads of rice the best out of the three but I'm intrigued by the wire bracelet. Not sure I could get used to that look though. If I'm to be honest I think I'm just a big fan of the Oyster style bracelet. It's my "go to" on many of my watches. It hits the sweet spot between vintage and modern for me.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey, the Razor Wire is for sure different but I liked it far more than I thought. But straps are so individual, thats why its great to showcase a few now and again!

[@csharpewalls]

Nice look of these bracelets, Thanks

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I still regularly wear the razor wire, still my favorite!

[@jochen5653]

Thanks alot for the comparision. I normally wear all my watches on thick and stiff leather bands because i like them sitting stable on my wrist. Do you think the Razor is to flimsy/shaky for me then or should i try it?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hi, I actually love it for its flexibility. Its a lot lighter than you would expect

[@TinBin-Craig]

all brill straps.. my fav is the Beads of Rice one does it come in 20mm i wonder.... will check out is site... cheers

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I think it will do as the speedmaster is 20mm but well worth checking out the site to confirm, thanks for watching Craig!

[@1959Berre]

I lost one 20mm endlink of my SEIKO watch. Any idea if a set of endlinks can be bought anywhere without the bracelet?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Uncle seiko sells end links for his straps on the site. I would also check eBay.

[@duke6j]

I have a question. Why does the watch face of the Seiko skx 009J blue face look different in various photos of the watch on sale on different Web sites? In some photos it looks black to much lighter blue than it really is.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yes I would say so, it even looks green/blue. In person it changes in the light

[@duke6j]

@@CasualWatchReviews Thanks for the assist.

[@mirzafahim9382]

Will the "Razor Wire" bracelt fit on the Seiko Samurai and the Seiko Mini Turtle??

[@CasualWatchReviews]

The Seiko lugs are super specific to each model. I would check out Larry’s website. He has straight end versions also. I would never trust trying a strap made for one Seiko model on another too much of a risk

[@Peter-2704]

Great video Sam. I've been looking at these US bracelets recently after misplacing my SKX jubilee. I think they've all been in the basket at one point. I'm still undecided though.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Peter, thats the thing with the SKX there is a lot of choice. I really liked the razor wire. I’m wearing it today. Its different though for sure! Thank for watching and taking the time to comment

[@Peter-2704]

@@CasualWatchReviews can you post some images on insta?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Of the razor wire? Sure

[@orangedan5424]

Nice reviews, thinking of getting both the wire razor and the president. Just wondering, I know this bracelet is for turtle, has anyone tried on the new Seiko 5 sport? Will it work since it has similar 22mm lug?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

They are very specific to turtle watches. I wouldnt risk it myself. You could message Larry

[@Barnaby_bo]

I think the razor wire is one of those things that makes you do a double take when you first see it cos it's like nothing youv seen before then when you get used to it your like yeah that's pretty cool. What's it like weight wise? How did you find the end links on the turtle did they fit well or was there a little play

[@CasualWatchReviews]

The fit was good, you sometimes have to play around with the end links and massages them a bit to get a good fit as explained in the upload. The weight is the best part, it feel like it weights hardly anything!

[@Barnaby_bo]

@@CasualWatchReviews cool thanks

[@joshuawolfe8865]

I'll have the beads of rice. So nice.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Josh! Yep its a good one for sure. Very flexible.

[@TedCornish]

Love the razor wire strap. But with my old eyes I'd never be able to size it. Uncle seiko rocks though 👍👍

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Resizing that razor wire is all part of the fun. Its like an ancient puzzle. Whoever makes the straps must be an expert at it or there is a funky machine that does it. It really adds to the comfort!

[@gladiatorbeastboy]

Would any of these fit a SNZG

[@CasualWatchReviews]

You could ask on the uncle seiko website

[@timeintheuk]

A good strap goes a long way beads of rice becoming more popular at every day

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yes, I agree, I really liked all these, still can't take off the Razor-wire, looks cool on my Turtle

[@mirzafahim9382]

Will the razor wire fit seiko srpc93 ?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I would encourage you to check out the Uncle seiko site, They do have a straightened razor wire strap. Seikos are particular with what end links work.

[@Therollingpanda]

I’m looking at the president bracelet for my king turtle, was it easy to fit/size to your wrist? My wrist is also the same size as yours 👍🏽

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yes very easy! Its just pins so if you have the right pin removal tool you should be great. I have an ipload in how to do it on an invicta, principle is the same

[@Therollingpanda]

@@CasualWatchReviews Cheers! They’re out of stock atm, would you sell yours?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey! That ship has sailed I’m afraid. I gave it to another youtuber to do a review. I never take my turtle off the Razor Wire bracelet... I love it

[@Therollingpanda]

@@CasualWatchReviews okay mate no worries, really excited to get the president when it comes back in stock though!

[@doodynot1]

Can the president bracelet work on other watches outside of the Brand that it’s designated for?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

It has solid end links so I really doubt this turtle one would fit on any other watches. He has some of the straps with straight end links that are universal.

[@Soggz7785]

Do these straps fit the new Seiko 5 2020?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

hey Andy, They only fit the specific model they are made for, this is something that Uncle Seiko says is difficult with seiko watches. I would ask him if his SKX009 straps may fit, I'm not sure if the cases are exactly the same?

[@Soggz7785]

The Casual Watch Reviewer ok, thanks for the reply. Stay Safe.

[@amadosanchez7483]

Does he have any 18mm ones?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thats a good question, he does so many and many for different watches I would take a look, but be careful there are a lot of great straps www.uncleseiko.com

[@whatsthebigfndeal]

The beads of rice is sweet

[@CasualWatchReviews]

yes, give the watch a great vintage look!

[@tonylancer7367]

I remember seeing Steph Curry taking his watch, stretching it and putting his left hand through it and it fit like a glove. Would that be a president bracelet that he had? I'm saving up for my first "adult" watch (Seiko 5) and wondering if that's the one I need so it fits really well and lasts long and looks good.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I’m not sure exactly but the brand that is very well known for that style is speidel.com/collections/twist-o-flex-bands (not an affiliate link)

[@tonylancer7367]

@@CasualWatchReviews I forgot to mention it was a Rolex that he stretched on him and fit so well. I thought it was a Presidential because of the detail.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Tony. Do you have a link to the video? Really old jubilee bracelets have some flex in them but it would be at lest 20 years old to have that happen.

[@tonylancer7367]

@@CasualWatchReviews I remember watching this one (kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6XQZINpjdh0l8k) and clearly remember Steph put on his watch like a bracelet, except that it didn't happen in this video. It looks like I made a mistake (parallel universe maybe?). I don't know if you see the watch he is wearing in the video, but that's a presidential bracelet, correct? Thanks for the link, I would not mind if it was an affiliate link, you have been too kind. 🙂

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video Sam!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thanks, Miguel... really impressed with these straps!

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

The Casual Watch Reviewer - Def. need to check them out!

[@boxerr1100s]

The problem I have is I can't find one to fit a 240mm wrist.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Steve, have you emailed Larry at Uncle Seiko? He may be able to add extra links in. The taper at the end, the last 4 links are all the same size so if you could get more added it may work?

[@pierre1600]

Bracelet, metal bracelets. Not straps!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hi Peter, I will change the thumbnail of the upload later on. Thanks for the feedback

[@BlindVeganRescue]

Seiko and grand seiko straps suck for some reason. They just totally ignore that part.

[@Justthinkin502]

Beads of rice

[@rbyouth1038]

Orient?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yes he has Orient ones if thats what your asking?

[@rbyouth1038]

@@CasualWatchReviews is it possible to mako ll, ray ll, kamasu, kano

[@rbyouth1038]

you have the review?

[@CasualWatchReviews]

No review of the orient ones but take a look at his website its in the description of the video. You can see all he does on there, I’m sure he does the Mako

[@malikshabazz7596]

President Bracelet all day everyday and second the Oyster Bracelet, the rest l wouldn't bother with. Compare The President with the Oyster.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Malik, thanks for commenting! For me I just love the razor wire, the watch is still on the turtle like in this upload kzbin.info/www/bejne/mprXZ6FojaqmmdU

[@timst1983]

£11 postage, ave a word !!! Rip off

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Tim, I don’t know if it is 11 pounds for postage but being a Brit living in the US, I can tell you the postage is much higher here.