New Seiko Thread
New Seiko Thread
I really like the rubber strap they paired with this. Just wish it was shorter (and I find metal keepers uncomfortable).
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
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^ looks good Matt.
I wonder how Seiko fixed the alignment issues....
I wonder how Seiko fixed the alignment issues....
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That gives me hope. How long exactly is that strap?
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I like this one a lot. I'm trying to track down a black version of that new OEM rubber.matt.wu wrote:I really like the rubber strap they paired with this. Just wish it was shorter (and I find metal keepers uncomfortable).
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
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Thx y'all. A lot of what there is to love about the SLA017 still exists in this SPB release. I think the SLA wins on the bezel/dial ratio as well as the detailing on the dial (like date window surround), as has been previously stated, but I prefer the dome of the crystal, the hands, and the color options on this release.
(and the price)
(and the price)
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That does look great Matt. I'm enjoying my 151 a lot, and it really fits straps nicely (straps end up close to the case, but don't scuff and even ones that are thick around the spring-bars fit w/o issue). It does wear a lot smaller than I expected, but in this case that's a fine thing.matt.wu wrote: ↑Tue Jul 28, 2020 3:41 pmThx y'all. A lot of what there is to love about the SLA017 still exists in this SPB release. I think the SLA wins on the bezel/dial ratio as well as the detailing on the dial (like date window surround), as has been previously stated, but I prefer the dome of the crystal, the hands, and the color options on this release.
(and the price)
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The size is the thing that concerns me. I know it's not "in" anymore, but I still prefer larger watches. We'll see if it sticks around. Enjoying it for now!raf42 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 28, 2020 4:37 pmThat does look great Matt. I'm enjoying my 151 a lot, and it really fits straps nicely (straps end up close to the case, but don't scuff and even ones that are thick around the spring-bars fit w/o issue). It does wear a lot smaller than I expected, but in this case that's a fine thing.matt.wu wrote: ↑Tue Jul 28, 2020 3:41 pmThx y'all. A lot of what there is to love about the SLA017 still exists in this SPB release. I think the SLA wins on the bezel/dial ratio as well as the detailing on the dial (like date window surround), as has been previously stated, but I prefer the dome of the crystal, the hands, and the color options on this release.
(and the price)
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really like that, Matt. size is good for me, i don't mind 40-41 at all.
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and they got rid of the minute markers. lol
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That looks great Matt, I agree with the bezel/dial ratio (when compared with the SLA017) comment, but I can live with that. And you got the nicest color.
Even though I just got the SPB153 "Willard", I plan to add one of these eventually. One question, I liked the bracelet of my MM200 (for the price), so how is the bracelet on yours?
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Honestly, it’s about the same. The bracelet is fine for the price. On par with the SBBN015 bracelet I guess? Dive extension and micro adjustments. Main complaint, as has been mentioned before, is that the end links don’t match the case well. I ordered a generic mesh-ish bracelet for it, which should work well with the straight lug space.Joeprez wrote:That looks great Matt, I agree with the bezel/dial ratio (when compared with the SLA017) comment, but I can live with that. And you got the nicest color.
Even though I just got the SPB153 "Willard", I plan to add one of these eventually. One question, I liked the bracelet of my MM200 (for the price), so how is the bracelet on yours?
I haven’t even unwrapped the OEM bracelet (and probably won’t bother).
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One thing that I didn’t realize when I initially ordered the watch is that the insert is brushed ceramic. That was a pleasant surprise, and I suspect we see more of this going forward (as opposed to the typical high polish finish we see with ceramic).
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Interesting. I assumed it was brushed PVD like some of the Tunas.
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Nice! Didn't know about that either.
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You guys made me dig a little more, as I have seen it stated in a couple articles about the watch release, but I can't find firm confirmation on Seiko's site.
The comments section of James Stacey's Hodinkee article indicates he's not 100% sure either after trying to find out from Seiko.
Either way, probably doesn't make a huge difference to me. If it's brushed steel, it looks great too.
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New Seiko Thread
Looking good on the rubbermatt.wu wrote:I really like the rubber strap they paired with this. Just wish it was shorter (and I find metal keepers uncomfortable).
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
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I think I am the only one who does not like that rubber strapspring-diver wrote: ↑Wed Jul 29, 2020 10:28 amLooking good on the rubbermatt.wu wrote:I really like the rubber strap they paired with this. Just wish it was shorter (and I find metal keepers uncomfortable).
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
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I really like the watch face itself, but I’m with you on the rubber strap Terry.toxicavenger wrote:I think I am the only one who does not like that rubber strapspring-diver wrote: ↑Wed Jul 29, 2020 10:28 amLooking good on the rubbermatt.wu wrote:I really like the rubber strap they paired with this. Just wish it was shorter (and I find metal keepers uncomfortable).
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
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I’m not sure I like how it looks either. I need to see the buckle and keeper, though I think those are probably like the NAFT and Tunas. I don’t like textured straps. They get dirty and require a bristled brush to clean.toxicavenger wrote: ↑Wed Jul 29, 2020 3:06 pmI think I am the only one who does not like that rubber strapspring-diver wrote: ↑Wed Jul 29, 2020 10:28 amLooking good on the rubbermatt.wu wrote:I really like the rubber strap they paired with this. Just wish it was shorter (and I find metal keepers uncomfortable).
Seiko SPB149 LE
Not sure it’s a keeper, but it’s a nice package. Great value in this one, IMO. The blue/grey dial is unique.
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To me it looks like the finish of the SBBN015 bezel which I think it the nicest looking bezel of any watch I’ve ever handled. All the ceramic bezel watches I’ve owned were gloss and I’d rather aluminum over the polished ceramic. This one looks perfect.matt.wu wrote: ↑Wed Jul 29, 2020 10:21 amYou guys made me dig a little more, as I have seen it stated in a couple articles about the watch release, but I can't find firm confirmation on Seiko's site.
The comments section of James Stacey's Hodinkee article indicates he's not 100% sure either after trying to find out from Seiko.
Either way, probably doesn't make a huge difference to me. If it's brushed steel, it looks great too.
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Not sure if these have been posted yet.
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I think I want that one. It looks like the bracelet might be nicer, but without the ratchet clasp.
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