fatarms 7,779 Posted August 18, 2013 Hi guys, my next purchase is most likely going to be the Seiko Monster, black version. I read a few threads here, including greg's, that have said the bracelet is a little clanky. I'm really not a fan of the rubber strap that comes with the Monster, and I was looking for a link version of a rubber strap. My question is about this particular strap, I was wondering if some Monster owners would be able to advise as to whether this strap would work on the Seiko monster in terms of attaching correctly and snugly to the case? http://www.amazon.com/Polyurethane-Rubber-Bracelet-Waterproof-Luminox/dp/B003U7BHR0/ref=sr_1_10?s=watches&ie=UTF8&qid=1376800533&sr=1-10&keywords=rubber+link+watch+band+20mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted August 18, 2013 The lug width on the Monster is 20mm. Your aftermarked linked strap should fit it as it is also 20mm... Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 It's 22mm I have an isofrane on mine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatarms 7,779 Posted August 18, 2013 Everything that I've seen says 20mm lug width? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 22 fits no problem like I said I've got a 22 mm isofrane on mine and used 22 mm NATOS no problem Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted August 18, 2013 Mini monster is 22mm, monster is 20mm, but like jazz said, NATO and rubber straps fit, and leather too, fit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 It might as well be 22mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted August 18, 2013 *mazz, not jazz, damned auto correct Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 That's ok not the worst autocorrect I've ever gotten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted August 18, 2013 To clarify: The monster's lug width is 20mm, not 22. However, due to the lug shape both the Seiko bracelet and the rubber strap have notched corners, so the strap is at its widest about 24mm, but notches down to 20mm to fit between the lugs. If using a conventional strap, then buying one size up and either compressing it or notching it to fit the 20mm gap looks better as a 20mm strap tends to look a bit weedy with a monster. Certainly NATO straps etc look way better if you buy the larger size. However, with bracelets then you need 20mm - preferably wider overall but notched at the lugs. It's kinda hard to tell without more specifications on the rubber bracelet you've posted but it looks like it should fit fairly well... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 I tell you I had no issue fitting a 22 mm isofrane in there no squeezing at all same with the NATOS no squeezing that in either Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted August 18, 2013 Well that's weird as I've just had a measure up and there ain't no way a 22mm bracelet is gonna fit in there (at least not on mine). Sure, the lug gap is generous, but not a whole 2mm worth of generous. Not arguing with you, mate - you're the Seiko expert - just puzzled... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted August 18, 2013 Monster is def 20mm as G says. Considered a sharkmesh for it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 Is yours a first gen? It's on my Fang "Dracula " so may be the 2nd gen is a bit bigger ill have to check when I get back home in a few days Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted August 18, 2013 Yeah, mine's the first gen. I know the 'frankenmonster' / baby tuna are 22mm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 Nope it's on a 22mm Isofrane checked through photobucket. Strange Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted August 18, 2013 I'll need to measure the Night Monster and check that one, it's 2nd gen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarmaToBurn 1,419 Posted August 18, 2013 I just checked mine and it's a 20mm bracelet. If you want a steel bracelet I can't recommend the Watchadoo highly enough. You can find them on the Bay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted August 18, 2013 (edited) Nope it's on a 22mm Isofrane checked through photobucket. Strange Thats V2 with the new 24J movement, so different to Greg's. Yours is an Superior Monster, the tell is in the crown, which also indicates the movement also. Edited August 18, 2013 by SSTEEL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted August 18, 2013 Also you can tell by the hour indices they are pointy hence the name the Fang Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyril_Clunge 0 Posted August 18, 2013 Now I've gone and ordered a bloody monster! Can we all just stop talking about them please?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted August 18, 2013 Now I've gone and ordered a bloody monster! Can we all just stop talking about them please?! Only one? No! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyril_Clunge 0 Posted August 18, 2013 I now have 4 Seikos in the air, I've gone from none to a sodding collection in less than a week, and I've got a list of future purchases! At least one more to come as soon as I can find one then ill have to pace myself Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatarms 7,779 Posted August 18, 2013 Thanks for the info, fellas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted August 18, 2013 I now have 4 Seikos in the air, I've gone from none to a sodding collection in less than a week, and I've got a list of future purchases! At least one more to come as soon as I can find one then ill have to pace myself Well, I bought one a couple weeks back to add to the one I already had (and another owned by my wife). I have another in the air and I have the next 4 planned. After that I'm gonna stop. Honest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
