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Seiko SNA Flight Alarm Chronograph Watch

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RayF

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Apr 8, 2019

Big fan of this watch, highly recommend. Excellent video review and history behind this watch from Urban Gentry here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr7KBDd3fgM Note for those considering strap or bracelet changes for this watch--a set of curved spring bars from Esslinger.com will make things a lot easier: https://www.esslinger.com/watch-band-pin-1-80mm-curved-double-shoulder-stainless-steel-spring-bars-package-of-10/

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Apr 8, 2019

JustinCase

Apr 9, 2019

RayFThanks, i assume the curved spring bars allow more space for the strap to get thru? I was thinking of getting a NDC strap but i must admit i like the strap and color in your picture very much. May i ask where did you get it and what color is it. I assume it's a 21mm strap? Cheers.

Apr 9, 2019

RayF

22220

Apr 9, 2019

JustinCaseCorrect, the curved spring bars provide the extra clearance needed to thread a NATO or Zulu past the case. The lugs on this watch are kind of short to begin with and the lug holes are drilled very close to the case. It's not a problem for the supplied bracelet, but trying to thread a strap (even a thin one) through the stock spring bars is next to impossible--I tried it and gave up. Once I installed those curved bars, things became MUCH easier. Check the link below for the Zulu in the photo--the size is 20mm (fits perfectly) and while they list the color as "Grey" it's really more of that Green/Grey you see in military flight suits. I also ordered the Black/Grey striped version on the same page. I put that one on an Invicta 8926--for that kind of cool "James Bond" look. Anyway, for ten-bucks each, you can't go wrong. Good luck! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BU3TI7G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Apr 9, 2019

JustinCase

Apr 9, 2019

RayFThanks Ray for your clear and kind reply. Have ordered the curved spring bars 21mm and did some research, never saw spring bars so close to the watchcase. The give a snug fit for the steel bracelet but indeed must be a pain for a cloth strap. Unfortunately Amazon/Artstyle does not ship to the Netherlands so i'm obliged to look somewhere else but i hope to find the same color and thickness. Looking forward to the Flighty although it is a hell of a long wait ;) Best regards!

Apr 9, 2019

RayF

22220

Apr 9, 2019

JustinCaseDamn these shipping complications all to hell--seems to be more of an issue everyday? Well, chances are you'll find those straps or better somewhere in the EU. All the best and remember what they say: "good things come to those who wait!"

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Apr 9, 2019

Hogie

Apr 11, 2019

RayFYup.... I bought the curved spring bars a year ago and they have worked out great. I use 20mm straps instead of buying the super odd 21mm size just for one watch and they look fine.

Apr 11, 2019

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RayF

22220

Apr 11, 2019

HogieAgreed--no need to look for 21mm nylon straps, A) the 20mm straps fit without any noticeable gap between the lugs, and B). if one looked hard for a gap it would only be 1/2 of 1mm ;- ) Those curved spring bars on the other hand really are a necessity!

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Apr 11, 2019

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evan_wang

Apr 23, 2019

RayFHey Ray! Should I be ordering the 21mm curved spring bars from Esslinger for this watch? Also a big fan of The Urban Gentry. Cheers

Apr 23, 2019

RayF

22220

Apr 23, 2019

evan_wangAbsolutely if you intend to swap out the stock bracelet for something more interesting. Even very thin nylon straps won't work--I tried! The curved bars are cheap and they give you a half-dozen or so with each order. Highly recommend!

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Apr 23, 2019

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evan_wang

Jun 28, 2019

RayFThanks Ray! Just ordered one off this drop and cant wait to get it

Jun 28, 2019

RayF

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Jun 29, 2019

evan_wangI think you're going to like it! Post some pics when you get it dialed in the way you like...

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Jun 29, 2019

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evan_wang

Aug 3, 2019

RayFHey Ray! Finally got my fully desired setup all together. Got it on the NDC strap with the curved spring bars you suggested!! However, I havent been able to remove those spring bars after putting them on. Nonetheless, loving it to death!

Aug 3, 2019

RayF

22220

Aug 3, 2019

evan_wangI knew you would dig it. Nice combination too!

Aug 3, 2019

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mskeeb

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Jul 9, 2020

RayFI want to make sure I order the correct size. In the link you gave I choose 21mm spring bars and a strap should be 20mm. Correct? Thanks for help!

Jul 9, 2020

RayF

22220

Jul 9, 2020

mskeeb Yes, that should work the same way mine did. Only qualifier I'd throw in is that the thickness of straps (not the width) is pretty variable. I recall needing to use a plier and some force to grab the end of one or two straps to encourage them to feed past the spring bars. Thinner straps fed through with less effort. Good luck!

Jul 9, 2020