Where can I find a strap for a Pulsar Kinetic online?
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Model: YT57 XO36
I can find only one retailer in Germany who don't list my model, but the strap looks the same, i've just emailed them to ask if it fits, but where would you normally go for one?
It's my work watch and was only £35 new so I know the strap is probably going to be more than the watch cost, but need to keep it down to a minimum hence me avoiding a high street jewellers unless that's the only option?
Seems a shame to bin it even though it's probably more economical to do so....
I can find only one retailer in Germany who don't list my model, but the strap looks the same, i've just emailed them to ask if it fits, but where would you normally go for one?
It's my work watch and was only £35 new so I know the strap is probably going to be more than the watch cost, but need to keep it down to a minimum hence me avoiding a high street jewellers unless that's the only option?
Seems a shame to bin it even though it's probably more economical to do so....
Does it have to be/look original?
I'd measure the width at the lugs and find one off here you like the look of if I were you https://www.cousinsuk.com/category/watch-straps
I'd measure the width at the lugs and find one off here you like the look of if I were you https://www.cousinsuk.com/category/watch-straps
Yes it's an option, but only as a last resort. I like the original bracelet strap as it suits the watch and has been strong enough to last 3 - 4yrs of everyday use before the catch became slack and it undoes itself, the design of the watch means it blends into the strap unlike any others too.
Adjust or replace the clasp.
If it's a normal Seiko "3 fold" type then, unless the tag that clips it has cracked, the trick is to grab hold of the hinge and bend it up slightly.
This isn't a Seiko one but the principle's the same if it's the same overall type.
The yellow arrow is the catch tag - if that's cracked then you need a new clasp piece.
The green line is the line that you want to try and "rotate" the hinge around slightly (as shown by the red arrow). That has two effects. First, it reduces the tendency for the clasp to spring apart and, second, in the closed position it moves the front of the clasp slightly closer to the tag, which increases the locking strength without over-stressing the tag (which is likely to happen if you try to bend the tag itself)
If it's a normal Seiko "3 fold" type then, unless the tag that clips it has cracked, the trick is to grab hold of the hinge and bend it up slightly.
This isn't a Seiko one but the principle's the same if it's the same overall type.
The yellow arrow is the catch tag - if that's cracked then you need a new clasp piece.
The green line is the line that you want to try and "rotate" the hinge around slightly (as shown by the red arrow). That has two effects. First, it reduces the tendency for the clasp to spring apart and, second, in the closed position it moves the front of the clasp slightly closer to the tag, which increases the locking strength without over-stressing the tag (which is likely to happen if you try to bend the tag itself)
Variomatic said:
Adjust or replace the clasp.
If it's a normal Seiko "3 fold" type then, unless the tag that clips it has cracked, the trick is to grab hold of the hinge and bend it up slightly.
This isn't a Seiko one but the principle's the same if it's the same overall type.
The yellow arrow is the catch tag - if that's cracked then you need a new clasp piece.
The green line is the line that you want to try and "rotate" the hinge around slightly (as shown by the red arrow). That has two effects. First, it reduces the tendency for the clasp to spring apart and, second, in the closed position it moves the front of the clasp slightly closer to the tag, which increases the locking strength without over-stressing the tag (which is likely to happen if you try to bend the tag itself)
Sadly the catch tag is no longer attached If it's a normal Seiko "3 fold" type then, unless the tag that clips it has cracked, the trick is to grab hold of the hinge and bend it up slightly.
This isn't a Seiko one but the principle's the same if it's the same overall type.
The yellow arrow is the catch tag - if that's cracked then you need a new clasp piece.
The green line is the line that you want to try and "rotate" the hinge around slightly (as shown by the red arrow). That has two effects. First, it reduces the tendency for the clasp to spring apart and, second, in the closed position it moves the front of the clasp slightly closer to the tag, which increases the locking strength without over-stressing the tag (which is likely to happen if you try to bend the tag itself)
Are you saying a new clasp piece can be bought and put on rather than replacing the whole bracelet?
Almost certainly yes. Can you post a photo of the offending clasp?
eta: measurements would also be useful as well as / instead of a pic. The important ones are:
eta: measurements would also be useful as well as / instead of a pic. The important ones are:
- The width inside the clasp top (where the folding bit fits)
- The width of the slot in the other end of the folding bit that the bracelet end fits into.
- If it has a safety clasp (extra bit that clips over once it's closed like the one in the photo) then the width of the folding part inside the safety clasp would also be useful.
Edited by Variomatic on Sunday 20th March 20:07
Edited by Variomatic on Sunday 20th March 20:15
Just a quick public thanks to Joe for helping sort this out, he sent a clasp and locking pins and I fitted it.
Put watch on and realised i'd locked it all up, but left the small lift up bit on the bench
He sent some more locking pins (they are one use only) and I did it properly. Bloody amateurs.
Saved me a few quid on a new strap or a ride into town to get it fixed and old work watch gets to live on
Put watch on and realised i'd locked it all up, but left the small lift up bit on the bench
He sent some more locking pins (they are one use only) and I did it properly. Bloody amateurs.
Saved me a few quid on a new strap or a ride into town to get it fixed and old work watch gets to live on
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