Seiko Monster - which model?

[FreeLitres]

I'm thinking about getting a Seiko Monster for my Birthday.

I fancy a black faced one - not bothered if it's on a bracelet or a rubber strap.

Does anyone know the difference between the different model numbers?

SKX779K1 (seen this as both braclet and rubber strap?)
SKX779K (bracelet?)
SKX779K3 (rubber strap?)

Is there a diffierence in the movements between the model numbers?

Thanks

[GenePoolReject13]

The only difference in models is either the colour of the dial, the type of strap or where it is made.
Some are made in Japan others are made in Korea I think. There is no difference in quality and as far as I am aware the movements are all made in Japan. The Japanese made monsters fetch a premium price but unless you are likely to sell on in the future then that should be of no concern.

The only good bit of buying advice is to buy it with the bracelet and then get the rubber strap after as it is much cheaper to do it this way rather than buying the bracelet seperately.

[FreeLitres]

Thanks for the tip!

I just saw a youtube review saing that the bracelet on the monster is really good quality - is this true?

Since getting my Seamaster 300m, all other bracelets have felt hollow and cheap.

I have always loved the Monster, so I have got to get one!

[GenePoolReject13]

I can't compare it to anything considered to be high quality but it is superb, it's well made and feels very solid, it's also very comfortable to wear once adjusted properly. The watch as a whole, wears a lot better than you might expect considering its size and weight. The monster really does feel like it should cost a lot more money.
Mine was £125 from creation including express delivery, bargain if you ask me.

[Huff]

Post above is spot-on on all counts, esp. getting the bracelet and changing the strap later.

.. Just Do it! Monsters are chunky and a lot of fun; also (like any Seiko) beautifully made for the low price of entry





Look around the watch , not at the watch ....3,2,1

[FreeLitres]

Sounds like a good price.

Is creation an American site? (Prices in dollars)

I was looking at Amazon but I have seen both the Bracelet and Strap versino listed as the same model number, so I am not sure which they will actually send.

[Huff]

Creation are Singaporean, with prices in USD.

Also A1 to deal with IME.

[GenePoolReject13]

Creation are based in Singapore, you can change the prices to different currency's. There is usually a drop down box just under the price when you select a particular item. Creation were a pleasure to deal with for me and there seems to be a lot of other PH'ers who recommend them.

Now come on, push the button and get when ordered.

[CardShark]

Look on the RHS of the page on their site, you can convert to £. For the money, I'd say that the bracelet is the best out there - diver's extension, solid feel of the double lock spring loaded clasp, solid end links that connect directly to the case, polished and brushed finish... I wouldn't say that it's as good a finish as the Omega but you'll get more than you'll pay for.

I wrote a small review of the Monster some time back, had a look through my posts and I can't find it...

Have a look through the recently revived "I want a Monster" thread for other general comments

Oh, get the K suffixed model, there's *no* difference between that and the J!

Edited by CardShark on Friday 30th December 00:26

[FreeLitres]

I have just read through the other thread.

Looking at the creation site now. Damn, those mini-monsters look good too...

[FreeLitres]

Quick update: My order is now placed for a Black Monster on bracelet! Boom!

Can't wait to get it!

I might get myself a rubber/leather strap for it too...

[Eighteeteewhy]

FreeLitres said:

I have just read through the other thread.

Looking at the creation site now. Damn, those mini-monsters look good too...

I ordered a White face mini-monster this morning after reading both this and the other thread.