I think I am going for a third one of these, sort of.

[vjb.knife]

The Seiko Marinemaster 300 meter is calling my name again, even though I have owned two in the past. Well, Sort of. I have had two of the SBDX001 models, but the new version is the SBDX023. Same general look, but it has a sapphire crystal, a ceramic bezel with lume, a signed crown and a new dial and second hand. Same great 8L35 movement and the case is the same I believe. I am buying a different bracelet from Strap Code to go on it. I will let you guys know if the deal goes through. I am waiting on a few details from Katsu-san (Higuchi).

[mosswood]

Looking forward to your evaluation on the different bracelet.

[kurt48]

Katsu's the BEST! I bought all my Campanolas from him.

[Chris]

I just wish seiko would've made a bracelet that matches the upgraded watch.... But I am looking forward to your impressions. I've had a couple of 001s and an 017. Bulletproof watches.

[Kevin M]

Looking forward to hearing about it. Had one very breifly before something else caught my eye. Thinking of adding one back in the collection next year.

[vjb.knife]

If you are interested in one I suggest Higuchi as a source. At this time he seems to be significantly cheaper that other dealers in Japan and Singapore.

[vjb.knife]

It will be a couple of weeks before the watch comes because I am going back to the mainland for the first time since moving to Hawaii. My older Son is getting married to a great girl. I did not want to risk having it delivered while I was away. I already purchased it, but Higuchi will hold it until I return. I did however buy and receive the StrapCode bracelet which looks very nice. It is very well made and has a great fit and finish. If it fits on the watch as well as it's individual parts fit and look I will be very happy. I like the look of it better than the original Seiko bracelet and it cost about the same as getting the two extra links for the original bracelet that I would need. The StrapCode bracelet is very long and I will need to remove a couple of links to make it fit. I will definitely post some pictures once I get everything assembled.

[Chris]

Now we have to wait!! Can't they delay the wedding a week or two?

[Mike D]

Congrats - can't wait to see it on the new bracelet.