That's a standard wetsuit extension that's been on every Seiko bracelet I've owned, with the exception being the Tuna bracelet. That one has a nice ratcheting style.
I got pink slipped Saturday, and just picked it up today! It's a beaut! This was my original path, but then got side tracked snagging the "Zimbe", which I loved but realized I couldn't afford. I sadly bid that one farewell, and got back on track with the PADI.
How long it retains the "pepsi" tradition I can't say, but the watch itself will definitely be retained
I would assume there are more than 1200 of these for the USA, and I've been told they should be available going to Christmas, then fall off. I expect that will leave plenty in circulation. To restate, it's a "special edition" not "limited edition" ;-)
In regards to sourcing, I'd like to thank new WUS member "V1VNE" for the lead on Mimo's Jewelry & Watches in Long Beach CA. Excellent service! A great Seiko source. Really thoughtful packing and prompt free shipping. Go to his web site: http://mimosjewelry.com See if you can use "seik30" for 30% Off. It gets you a very competitive price and he does have some inventory ;-)
Initially it says Seik20, but just try the seik30 wink wink
Can anyone share what the size of the bezel is? 45mm is quite big but it seems the bezel size may be the same as the SKX so will probably wear a lot smaller.
The bezel is about 1mm bigger. Overall I would say the turtle looks and wears big. I wear 42mm comfortably on my 6.5" wrist but the turtle is probably too big for me. Still keeping it though [emoji3].
Thanks so much for the measurements and pictures. :-!
If only the case would be smaller, it would be a great slightly larger size SKX. But the 45mm will wear too big and I imagine it will just sit in my watch box.
Can anybody recommend a good spot to pick up the stock silicon strap that comes on the other turtles? I've been swapping out different natos and rubber straps, but think I'd like to give the stock Seiko a try.
The turtle reissue is a workhorse of a watch. I have the SRP775 version. It houses the auto/manual winding 4R36 movement which is a nice step up from my other 7S26 Seikos.
I know I'm late to this party, but my Padi Turtle (srpa21) just arrived today and I wanted to share a few photos.
I should have known when I bought my first modern Turtle that I wouldn't be able to stop there. Loved the srp777, so it was only a matter of time before I cracked and picked up a second version.
I removed the bracelet right away (it's just okay, not great) and have been having fun swapping rubber and various natos all afternoon.
The Padi Turtle put me very much in mind of an old review I once read about the skx007/009 divers - something about how if you ever wanted to wear a Jeep on your wrist then this is the watch for you. That was a perspicacious comment then (sorry I can't cite the review or author - this was years ago), and I'm getting a similar vibe today.
I know I'm late to this party, but my Padi Turtle (srpa21) just arrived today and I wanted to share a few photos. The Padi Turtle put me very much in mind of an old review I once read about the skx007/009 divers - something about how if you ever wanted to wear a Jeep on your wrist then this is the watch for you. That was a perspicacious comment then (sorry I can't cite the review or author - this was years ago), and I'm getting a similar vibe today.
I've been surprised how well the blue and red matches up with a lot of different straps. Agree that it seems tough as nails - I only wish it had a sapphire crystal.
I think it's safe to say yes. It will be interesting, as these continue to saturate, how low they will go. Lots of retailers seem to have plenty and, at some point, the trajectory of stock vs. customers gets inverted. Looks like the current average price is hovering around $380-ish. Is $300 a one-time fluke? Probably not ~ but will take a little more time.
Hello ogadjim...Nice combo! Just wondering where you got the Nato strap. Thanks.
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