MiLTAT22mm Watch Band for Seiko SKX007 SKX009 SKX175, Super-O Solid Screw-Links

This is a strictly personal and very subjective thing to evaluate. The "Jubilee" band that came with my Seiko XKX007 watch was not a bad watch band, and many, including myself, think it's an extremely comfortable metal band. It's light weight and extremely flexible and comfortable to wear.But I have other watches with heavier metal bands and for me, the stock Seiko "Jubilee" band just felt a bit light. So again, it's just a matter of personal preference - some like light bands and some want a more "substantial" feeling band. This "Super Oyster Type II" watch band from Strapcode is, for me, more to my liking.... And at around $55 it's a lot less expensive than the similar band offered directly by Seiko. In fact, it's one of the least expensive bands that is a direct (curved ends) fit for the SKX line of Seiko dive watches offered by this seller.The fit is absolutely perfect! The reason for the band being heavier than the stock Seiko band that came with my watch (and I believe all SKX watches (as a choice between a metal band and a rubber band), is that the links are all solid while the links of the Seiko "Jubilee" band are solid on the outer sides, but just bent metal links in the center, which are very light. Also, the curved end pieces of the Seiko "Jubilee" band are just bent steel while the curved end pieces of this band are each made from a single block of solid stainless steel.Overall, the quality of this "Super Oyster" band is just much better than the Seiko band as far as the way it's made...... As has been said countless times; for Seiko to offer such great watches at such reasonable prices, they do have to economize somewhere, so it seems like a fair deal to us owners to do it on the band - which can be easily replaced....whether you spend over $100 for a metal band or $8-$15 for a nylon "NATO" type strap, or virtually any amount of money on any kind of leather strap - the choices are vast! And no matter what you do (or if you keep the stock Seiko rubber or metal "Jubilee" band), you'll still have an amazing watch for not much money - probably far and away the best watch you can buy for under $200 (and probably better than most watches twice the price).There's no doubt that this Oyster band from Strapcode is a great piece of jewelry. The finish is as perfect as the finish on the SKZ watch (and a match - brushed on the upper side, and polished on the sides (ends) - the same way the SKX watch is finished!Also the safety clasp is definitely more secure (and stronger). It has not only the folding clasp that snaps into place from the opposite end like the Seiko band, but it also has a spring-loaded push button locking mechanism that would prevent an accidental opening if the band got snagged on something (which is possible on the Seiko metal band).And of course, as I said to start with, the band is substantially heavier than the Seiko metal band....which I like. But again, it's a matter of personal preference.I find both bands to be very comfortable. I can't say one is more comfortable than the other.For me, the "Super Oyster Type II" band is a marked improvement over the Seiko "Jubilee" - but your mileage may vary. The "Jubilee" is lighter and more flexible (although it's not noticeable to me when wearing). I think the only real objective difference that is obvious to me is the better clasp (which some people mentioned does not have the name "Seiko" on it as the "Jubilee" band does. (and no...the parts can not be interchanged).

I love this bracelet, which fits perfectly with my SKX007. It looks great, and feels substantial. Removing links is easy, and I had no issues whatsoever removing any of the screws in any of the links. The clasp is a double locking mechanism, with a pushbutton plus a foldover lock. The clasp is made of a solid piece of machined metal, rather than a thin stamped piece. Additionally, there are three micro adjust holes. I sized my skinny 6 1/4" wrist, no problem.End pieces are solid and match up perfectly with the watch, as if it were made with it.This bracelet also came with two fat double flanged springbars. Note that the tips are 0.9 rather than 1.1mm (which is what comes with an SKX007). Still fits fine without excessive play/movement.Installing the endpieces can be a little tricky - butt the endpiece (with the springbar inside) up against the watch, then use a springbar tool to compress the bars fully on each side until it slides fully in. I've even used my fingernails, which is easy to do with these supplied springbars.I've even tried this bracelet with Seiko fat springbars (no flange, 1.1mm tip) and Dagaz fat springbars (flange, 1.18mm tip). Both work, but are harder to get in and much harder to get out of the watch with the solid endpieces. The supplied springbars are by far easier to get in and out. The amount of play at the endpieces wasn't greatly different between the three types of springbars - all solid.This version of the bracelet tapers from 22mm to 18mm at the clasp, and allows a dressier look. Yet it still looks great when going casual.It does pull hair, but not excessively so unless you are a bear. Comfortable enough even on hot days.A beautiful bracelet, well machined, worth the price of admission!

The media could not be loaded. I would say firstly my wrist is app 7.25”. it’s a nice enough bracelet for the cost, but it does add quite a bit of weight especially compared to my Rolex explorer 2 for instance. So it does take some getting used to if you wear it for a day you should be fine. It does add a level of sophistication. I also bought the jubilee for my SKX 009 which tends to make it look more like a Rolex GMT. The jubilee hugs the wrist better but is a very different look.I think someone that is interested in upgrading the bracelet and the look of the watch a that does not like the original jangly Seiko jubilee that I love, you should buy this. I wish it had more micro adjustments because I found it hard to find a great fit it would be great if they had some type of half link option like on the Rolex oyster. I know Strapcode/Miltat has others but I don’t like a large clasp that spans across your entire wrist.Again for the price, it’s a worthwhile pick up if you want a sturdier heavier watch and don’t like the Seiko jubilee. I know Uncle has quite a few options that I think are lighter like the Z199 or President.