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  • frommeyerfrommeyer ChicagoPosts: 418MI6 Agent
    For years I've had my beater 2531.80 on the Spectre nato. But I saw a decent looking Milanese on Amazon for $10 and thought I'd see how I like the look before investing in a nicer one. I gotta say I really like it.

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    Is there a consensus closest-to-Omega's Milanese strap I can buy?
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • CB0012CB0012 Posts: 110MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

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  • CB0012CB0012 Posts: 110MI6 Agent
    Just got in the mail the Crafter Blue CB10. Took my SKX007 to a whole new level. Very comfortable and high quality. If you have been looking at these, do not hesitate in picking one up.


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  • emtiememtiem SurreyPosts: 5,686MI6 Agent
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

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    Heh! I've got one of those 5's (not the gold, just silver) and on a not-dissimilar bracelet either. It's a handsome little thing.
  • CommandantCommandant Posts: 1,367MI6 Agent
    CB0012 wrote:
    Just got in the mail the Crafter Blue CB10. Took my SKX007 to a whole new level. Very comfortable and high quality. If you have been looking at these, do not hesitate in picking one up.


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    This Seiko "Turtle" is very nice.
    Good choice!
  • UniversalExportUniversalExport WorldWidePosts: 55MI6 Agent
    I know it’s not Wednesday...but finally getting around to posting my new Omega Seamaster. Thank you to al the members that helped me embark on my first Omega watch purchase!
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  • emtiememtiem SurreyPosts: 5,686MI6 Agent
    Looks great! Congratulations, bet you can't take your eyes off it.

    So is that the current one? Lots of similarities to the NTTD one.
  • Miles MesservyMiles Messervy Posts: 1,757MI6 Agent
    I know it’s not Wednesday...but finally getting around to posting my new Omega Seamaster. Thank you to al the members that helped me embark on my first Omega watch purchase!
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    Nice. The new SMP has really grown on me. I particularly like it on the rubber strap.
  • UniversalExportUniversalExport WorldWidePosts: 55MI6 Agent
    emtiem wrote:
    Looks great! Congratulations, bet you can't take your eyes off it.

    So is that the current one? Lots of similarities to the NTTD one.

    Yes, it's the current Seamaster Diver 300M. I believe, other than an updated face and master chronometer movement, the visual differences are a slightly large case at 42MM (vs 41MM on the Brosnan/Craig film versions)

    Absolutely love it! As I mentioned in earlier posts my Dad and I used to watch the Bond films together...so its got an added memory associated with it with every glance
  • UNCLE27UNCLE27 EnglandPosts: 1,114MI6 Agent
    Congratulations, beautiful watch and a great picture. Enjoy.
  • Fred007Fred007 Posts: 466MI6 Agent
    Congrats....and nice memories on that watch, that's great :007)
  • StormsComingStormsComing UKPosts: 18MI6 Agent
    Inspiration taken from UniversalExport's post, my NTTD "Jack" with my SMP, the version before the newest wave dial version:

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  • JB1106340JB1106340 Posts: 434MI6 Agent
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

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    Would you be able to provide the specific model of this Seiko please?
  • KladdaghKladdagh FrancePosts: 117MI6 Agent
    JB1106340 wrote:
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

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    Would you be able to provide the specific model of this Seiko please?


    It is a Seiko 5 (suits) ... the last version is a little different ... but not so mutch -{
    ~Never Let Them See You Bleed~
  • JB1106340JB1106340 Posts: 434MI6 Agent
    Kladdagh wrote:
    JB1106340 wrote:
    CB0012 wrote:

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

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    Would you be able to provide the specific model of this Seiko please?


    It is a Seiko 5 (suits) ... the last version is a little different ... but not so mutch -{


    Brilliant thanks, and just a Milenese strap added on?
  • UniversalExportUniversalExport WorldWidePosts: 55MI6 Agent
    Inspiration taken from UniversalExport's post, my NTTD "Jack" with my SMP, the version before the newest wave dial version:

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    Love it!!
  • MikeG77MikeG77 Posts: 1,770MI6 Agent
    emtiem wrote:
    Looks great! Congratulations, bet you can't take your eyes off it.

    So is that the current one? Lots of similarities to the NTTD one.

    Yes, it's the current Seamaster Diver 300M. I believe, other than an updated face and master chronometer movement, the visual differences are a slightly large case at 42MM (vs 41MM on the Brosnan/Craig film versions)

    Absolutely love it! As I mentioned in earlier posts my Dad and I used to watch the Bond films together...so its got an added memory associated with it with every glance

    As you mentioned it has a larger case and a METAS movement but there are other differences compared to the Brosnan/Craig era Seamaster....

    The current Seamaster Diver 300M has a dial and bezel made from ceramic, the wave pattern of the dial is thicker and wider compared to the Brosnan/Craig versions, the crown is larger, the helium escape valve is conical in shape, it has an open case back which was only available on the Seamaster GMT 2535, the bracelet has screws for the links which was introduced in the prior Seamaster Diver 300 reference 212.30.41.20.03.001 and the new model at retail is 23% more :#
    I know where you keep your gun!
  • emtiememtiem SurreyPosts: 5,686MI6 Agent
    JB1106340 wrote:
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

    20200613-090407.jpg


    Would you be able to provide the specific model of this Seiko please?

    That's an SNZH57 - lots of people call it the Fifty Five Fathoms because it looks a bit like a Blancpain (if you squint.. a lot!) :)
  • KladdaghKladdagh FrancePosts: 117MI6 Agent
    emtiem wrote:
    JB1106340 wrote:
    CB0012 wrote:

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

    20200613-090407.jpg


    Would you be able to provide the specific model of this Seiko please?

    That's an SNZH57 - lots of people call it the Fifty Five Fathoms because it looks a bit like a Blancpain (if you squint.. a lot!) :)

    Yes ... Good Update ... You got it right -{
    ~Never Let Them See You Bleed~
  • frommeyerfrommeyer ChicagoPosts: 418MI6 Agent
    I'm still waiting on my NTTD watch which, I'm told, should arrive soon. So I'm cleaning all my Bonds today in anticipation for a new family photo.

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  • MrSwindermanMrSwinderman Dover, Ohio, USAPosts: 212MI6 Agent
    frommeyer wrote:
    I'm still waiting on my NTTD watch which, I'm told, should arrive soon. So I'm cleaning all my Bonds today in anticipation for a new family photo.

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    Very envious of all of those Brosnan-era Seamasters! -{
  • frommeyerfrommeyer ChicagoPosts: 418MI6 Agent
    Very envious of all of those Brosnan-era Seamasters! -{

    My favorite watch ever, no contest. I know it's a widely available watch but I wanted to future-proof myself by getting a few now. Didn't like the idea of searching for one when I'm 50 and having to pay through the nose.

    Though one of those is the Casino Royale 2220.80.
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Nice to see that none of them are Quartz.

    Weird thing is that to me it's almost sacrilege to put a NATO on a 25xx.80 considering how comfortable the bracelet is.
    Personal preference after experiencing my 2541.80.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • frommeyerfrommeyer ChicagoPosts: 418MI6 Agent
    The 25XX.80 bracelet is the most comfortable bracelet I've ever worn. And it looks the best with the watch. I just figure that, as I have basically three of the same watch, I may as well put a different strap on each. Should the mood for something different strike.
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Did you get to keep 3 bracelets? But yeah I can see that, definitely. I wonder how you shift between them and how accurate they've been thus far.

    Honestly having thought about it, I'm between 2531/2220.80 and the 5513 in terms of "the" watch for me.
    But this is more modern but definitely more usable but it's also blue. And even if it may suit me, it doesn't really work with every outfit visually. But then that's a Rolex and then there's the stigma of if you're a prick or a pleasant guy to be around that some people see, same as having a Rolls I guess.
    The PO is out of the running to me as of yet because you either have to justify the mass by fitting with the rest of you or it looks ridiculous imo. Got bummed out over that.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • frommeyerfrommeyer ChicagoPosts: 418MI6 Agent
    The PO was a disappointment for me. It's in a fashion no man's land. It's why I never bought the Skyfall PO even though I loved that gray bezel. The PO is a *great* watch and looks awesome. But I can't wear it with a suit (which means I can't wear it when I'm working) and, for the fits where it is appropriate, 9 times out of 10 I'd rather wear the Bond blue. And because the Planet Ocean is significantly bulkier I'm more self conscious of bumping it into things. Plus, it wears kinda weird for me as I have small wrists and big hands.

    And, yeah, I have all the bracelets. Spares too. Every time I have them serviced I send them without the bracelet and ask for a replacement. I have five in total. As for timekeeping, all four remain within +/- 3 seconds a day. Zero issues on that front. But I service them regularly.
  • CB0012CB0012 Posts: 110MI6 Agent
    emtiem wrote:
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Milenese mesh straps have been around for a long time, proper ones should be hand made in Milan, but I doubt even the new Omega one is, I've always preferred them over the shark mesh tbh, but both look good IMHO.

    Tapered brushed finish milanese I picked up from Stracode.

    20200613-090407.jpg

    Heh! I've got one of those 5's (not the gold, just silver) and on a not-dissimilar bracelet either. It's a handsome little thing.

    Having some fun with this. After seeing the Omega slideshow of NATO straps for the NTTD watch I snagged a grey NATO and I'm really loving this combo. This watch is very versatile and works well with NATOs IMO. Contemplating a brown leather one now.....
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  • emtiememtiem SurreyPosts: 5,686MI6 Agent
    That looks great! I had mine on a Zulu for a little bit but in the end I find both them and Natos just too uncomfortable. And Natos make watches huge!
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    frommeyer wrote:
    The PO was a disappointment for me. It's in a fashion no man's land. It's why I never bought the Skyfall PO even though I loved that gray bezel. The PO is a *great* watch and looks awesome. But I can't wear it with a suit (which means I can't wear it when I'm working) and, for the fits where it is appropriate, 9 times out of 10 I'd rather wear the Bond blue. And because the Planet Ocean is significantly bulkier I'm more self conscious of bumping it into things. Plus, it wears kinda weird for me as I have small wrists and big hands.

    And, yeah, I have all the bracelets. Spares too. Every time I have them serviced I send them without the bracelet and ask for a replacement. I have five in total. As for timekeeping, all four remain within +/- 3 seconds a day. Zero issues on that front. But I service them regularly.
    Share your frustration with it but the extent of my experience was in the Boutique I saw one at.
    Same camp, smaller hands.

    :o :o :o :o :o
    a reasonable rate of return
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