So, basically, for around 300 bucks you can have a similar quality watch/bracelet for which other companies are selling for $1,000 or more. Hard to go wrong with Orient or Strapcode.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

You got it.

@Gasmaska69

Жыл бұрын

@@islandwatch As you have seen strapcode products in live, which would you suggest for the red orient kamasu? DLC coated oyster or something completely different/ Got this watch for 190 euros with tax it's a steal really.

Amazing upgrade! The Kamasu looks even better with the Jubilee bracelet IMHO. Thanks for making this video.

That "Super J" bracelet looks waaay more cool. I wish Tissot did this design too for their sub $1000 watches...

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you so much for making the title of the video so accessible and making my life a whole lot easier

Orient now officially fielding the spiritual successor to the SKX which it seems Seiko abandoned.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Yup

Excellent video Mark. Thanks. Strap codes are a great upgrade!

The bracelet of the Kamasu stopped me from buying one. Now I saw this video and ordered the watch and bracelet together. Great combination.

Oh my god that black dial kamasu with the jubilee 🤤. ORIENT TAKE NOTES ! Great video my man 👍🏽

I’ve needed this video for my kamasu for ages. Cheers!

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

does the bracelet add considerably more weight to the watch and do you think the clasp is much thicker compared to the stock clasp?

The oyster bracelet upgrade is better in my opinion for the Orient Kamasu.

Best informative watch videos on the web!

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thanks Mark. This is the combination I was looking for, a black Kamasu and Jubilee from StrapCode. The problem is that my Alpinist Jubilee is somewhat sharp all around so I used a nail pile to sort it out. Still not perfect, but it is interesting that no one talks about it.

Just got one for a Christmas present to myself. Kamasu is my watch of the year

@michaelhargis7036

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I could not be happier with mine. Cheers!

@cerealkiller7143

3 жыл бұрын

I bought a blue one last summer, it is very cool. Both other colours look excellent too, I am wondering if I should have gone for anothe colour but the blue is the most discreet and fits every scenario and the silicon stap is very high quality. One thing to bear in mind for the blue one is that under some lighting conditions the dial looks almost black. Anyway, I would totally recommend the watch, I cannot think of a classier watch for the money.

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

does the bracelet add considerably more weight to the watch and do you think the clasp is much thicker compared to the stock clasp?

Great video. Definitely a worthy upgrade. The Kamasu is growing on me every day.

I just bought the Polished Stainless Steel (Sub-Style) Bezel for Orient Kamasu watches #B15-P and Brushed Steel Bezel Insert for Seiko SKX007, SKX009, SKX011 with Luminous PIP #C25 for my Ray 2. DUDE!!! The fit is awesome. It was a...how did you put it..."a dawg to remove the OEM bezel" but worth it for the final product. I am officially a lifetime buyer. I will go nowhere else. The quality is class. The delivery was super fast. The color-coding or matching-ness (i do not know the term) is SPOT FREAKING ON!. The fitment is perfect. I am in love with the outcome. I broke the o-ring thingy (i am new to this game). Next watch, I will have your company mod it so your team can deal with the headaches. Keep up the awesome craftsmanship. I thank you. BTW I modded a red dial Kamasu. It looks like how Orient should have launched it with the Aluminum bezel insert. Here is a big thumbs up and a sub!!!

I figured out that it is possible to use an aftermarket skx bezel replacement (OSC Atlas in my case) if you use an Amphibia style retaining spring instead of the gasket. You will have to adjust it to make it run smoothly tho.

Hey, great video! I was just asking myself if you think a ceramic bezel will be available at some point?

keep showin love to the kamasu! waiting on those AR dome crystal upgrades!!

@joelplascencia3568

4 жыл бұрын

I'm waiting for bezels and bezel inserts. I want my blue kamasu to be a Pepsi Kamasu. 😍

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Ok!

@daveholt5676

4 жыл бұрын

@@islandwatch Yep I'm another wanting a bezel change option for my lovely new green kamasu pleaseeee

@barrykelleher5009

4 жыл бұрын

Any idea how I'd go about getting a replacement green bezel insert for mine? It got a bit (very much) banged up and wouldn't mind having a fresh swap incase they discontinue this amazing green

Always the best informative channel about watches. Strapcode makes great quality products and the Kamatsu/Mako III is again a perfect ORIENT at an unequaled price/performance ratio. A further upgrade with some LIW bezel insert would be gorgeous.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Super J with the green dial watch. Cant wait someone to do it.

I wish the strapcodes had inverted/female end links, especially since the factory Kamasu has inverted/female end links that wrap around the wrist nicely. The Super J is the only one I would consider for this reason.

@jesusrey8354

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, the male end link ruins the bracelete, for me the only think better is the tapper, the solid end link and clasp obviously but really I dont pay 90 bucks for this.

@tiagodvt

2 жыл бұрын

I don't mind both. I have watches with male and female endlinks and I like them both. But if I had to choose I'd go male, because the female links make the last link completely different from the others. With the male they all look the same and they give the bracelet more continuity. I like female endlinks on a jubilee though, because of the same reason (like Rolex does, for example). And the stuff about extending the lug to lug, I just don't see it. It has always looked right on my wrist. I mean, sure it extends a bit, but it is not like the links are flat. They go around your wrist, like on a female endlink bracelet, so I don't see a big difference. But to each their own!

I have the blue Kamasu on the way from Orient. Just Ordered the Super J today from you Marc. Good video on changing the bracelet- for sizing am I looking at push pins or screws for removing links on this Strapcode?

Great bracelets Mark! In the future could you also weigh the watches with the new bracelets so we get an idea of how much heft these bracelets add? I'm always looking at the total weight of watches. Anything over 170g is just too heavy for me. That's why I sold my Triton. Thanks

The add threw me for a loop! It's your video on the Islander line, I was bout to roast ya for messing up the upload 😂

You are like me. I love to wear my Seiko Skx009 or 007, my Oriënt Mako XL as well as i love to wear my Rolex Explorer I or Omega Seamaster. Just love watches

*Oh.....how I would love for a 2 tone bracelet for the Kamasu Limited Edition!*

Ive got two orient actually and the hollow end link is not always snuggly fit. Moreover i love tapering bracelet and thats what strapcode is offering on top of the solid end links

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

why do you like a tapering bracelet and whats the big deal about hollow end links? (im new to the watch game)

I'm thinking about getting a Kamasu RA-AA0005B19B, but hate the gold metal around the bezel. Is there some way, short of buying a second Kamasu, I could get a silver version iof that metal ring to replace the gold of the RA-AA0005B19B model?

@long island watch, hey mark, when will you have the coin bezel and stainless insert available for kamasu?

At last, a milled Super O upgrade. This plus a ceramic bezel insert would definitely make for a killer Kamasu.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

do you think a milled clasp really makes that big of a difference? (im new and have never had a milled clasp)

The Urban Gentry recommends you, just subbed.

hello, do you have any experience, are there any problems when replacing a silicone bracelet with a strapcoda bracelet, that is, do the holes in the lugs differ with kamas with a silicone and metal bracelet

Will the Super-O "Boyer" work on an Orient Kano as well?

I just bought the islander bracelet for kamasu, can’t wait.

@jicalzad

7 ай бұрын

how is it compared to original/factory kamasu bracelet? I'm needing to finally replace mine & wondering if the Strapcode is truly worth the extra $ compared to the Islander bracelet.

Hi Could I get a more generic bracelet for the Kamasu or does it have to be a strap code one?

Mark makes it look easy. I ordered one for my Mako II, specific for it. It was a pain to install. The reason seems to be it is machined for a tight fit which is good, but bad for installation.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Just loads of practice.

What strapcode bracelets can I use with a Kano. Thank you.

I wonder if this bracelet would fit the Mako Usa II

I hope an aftermarket for the kamasu comes along, I’d love a ceramic bezel insert and an exhibition case back.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

I hear you

@ginkumo12

4 жыл бұрын

Won't the Mako/Ray/SKX items work on it?

@barrykelleher5009

4 жыл бұрын

Really want an exhibition case back. But would prefer a ceramic bezel in the stock green first

the bracelet for orient kamasu is useful for orient mako usa 2? thanks

I really like the love and crazy that you show for watches, Mr. Mark : ) May I ask if you sell this watch as well? I mean, the Orient Kamasu. I am wanting to buy my first fancy watch. I saw it being sold on ebay. Is it safe to buy a watch from on there? I'd rather buy one from a gentleman who is so passionate about watches; i like to see your enthusiasm for this masterpieces of design and engineering. My sister who lives in America is flying over to India for a quick visit in July 2021, now that the Corona scene has improved a bit worldwide with the Vaccine an' all. And I'm beginning to think that the oyster bracelet the kamasu comes with IS cheapish and I am pondering buying the Strapcode upgrade for it.

H Coleman, Are there any upgrades for the kano ?

Can sb tell how many mm the screws of the super-j are? Need a fitting screwdriver

I've bought the Super J once it was produced and I'm enjoying it very much. Now only ceramic bezel is miss from the full picture

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Okay, great to know!

whats the max wrist size for the jubilee? I can't seem to get an answer. I have an 8.5 inch wrist...

Any chance these would fit the Ray II?

Nice video, but is it possible to put the original clasp on new the bracelet?

Super J is amazing good ! I bought yesterday a green kamasu on Amazon, next step is the jubilee 👍

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

does the bracelet add considerably more weight to the watch and do you think the clasp is much thicker compared to the stock clasp?

@jammasterbubi

3 жыл бұрын

@@reinaldtan2361 definitely both ! It takes watch to a new level you can’t expect before . I can only recommend you to buy it !

Very nice bracelets!! Love the jubilees!! When will Strapcode be coming out with bracelets for the Orient Kano line?? I have the red bezel Kano that needs a Strapcode bracelet badly!! Any idea??

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Don't know, sorry

Will the super oyster that fit the mako ii fit the kamasu?

Do these bracelets fit the new seiko 5 srpd73

Mako 2 strapcode bracelet can be swapped on Kamasu?

Will this fit a Ray 2 as well?

This or seiko5sports? Orient has saphir cristal seiko not? Which i have to buy?

Can you do a video on how to remove links? I just bought my first watch in 20yrs. I don’t have any watch tools and DIY advice on the Orient Kamasu link removal?

Any idea where I can find a two tone bracelet for my blue dial ray 2?

Does these bracelets work on the reference RA-AA0010B19B?

Hi Mark! By any chance do you ship to italy? If not, can you tell me if the model SS221820B082 is compatible with the orient kamasu? Thank you very much

I've been waiting for this. I bought a Kamasu from "over seas" before they were available here. Love the watch. The bracelet is OK. at best. Mine came in with the clasp and bracelet badly scuffed. Rather than return it, I waited for these. Now the decision, which one? Super J, I think.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Yes to the J

@barrykelleher5009

4 жыл бұрын

Which one did you go for. I'm thinking the J is just too much with the green?

I got the Super O for my Kamasu 2, and two different jewelers I took it to said the end link pin didn't line up with the lug holes by about a millimeter. Strapcode's customer service told me to return it, so I did. I'd like to try again, but I wonder if there was just a trick to it that neither of them knew? Think I should order another one and try again?

Can we inter change seiko 5 band with kamasu?

Is it really worth $85 for something that effectively looks the exact same? I find the stock strap quite comfortable

Hey which scrap removal tool that you use?

Love that Jub whoops... Super J, but been honest I like the bracelet that’s on it anyway. Very little taper (which I like) and the push pins were a doddle to adjust. What people forget is they add heft (weight if you like) and although the solid end links will make a difference I think I would settle for just those as an ‘upgrade’. So it’s a shame you can’t just get them.

Look terrific, like the kamasu but I'm not sure about the indents. Is there is a replacement bezel and insert option. with some lume?

@joelplascencia3568

4 жыл бұрын

I enjoy to the indents. It gives it a trademark orient look. It's just hard to find good inserts.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Not yet.

Will either of these end link profiles fit a Defender 2?🤔 I can’t find any info regarding AM bracelets for the Defender 2 online, and don’t own the Kamasu or Mako to cross reference

hi, do you sell replace bezel inserts for the kamasu or might happen to know might do ?

Hey Mark really wanted to add this to my watch, any idea when you will get it back in stock? Thanks for the videos!

@NinJa4TroL

4 жыл бұрын

Sergio Benedetti yeah me too

Would these bracelets also fit on the orient Mako 3? My understanding is the case specs are the same.

@Long Island Watch Do you ship to germany? How much is shipment?

Is it safe to order straps from strapcode at present?... im only asking bcos of the corona virus situation at present

Hi! You shipping in Italy?

Do you know which strapcode models fit Orient mako ii USA? the mako ii or the kamasu's bracelet?

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Neither.

Exist some options for the Orient Kano?

Thanks good video

Hahaha I am used to Seiko folded link bracelets, so the kamasu’s default bracelet is already a mayor upgrade.

Are these less noisey than the orient bracelets? I want to replace my bracelet because of that clanking noise.

Hey Mark , Nice upgrade. Do Strapcode do a bracelet for the Orient Kano or does the Kamasu bracelet fit the Kano, I'm not sure if both watches use the same case or not.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

No, they do not.

The Kamasu is fantastic for the money, but I just didn't care for the stock hollow end bracelet. I found a red dial Kamasu on offferup for $100 and ordered the Super-J for $90. This combination makes for an incredible sub-$200 diver.

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

does the strapcode bracelet add more weight and would you say its worth the upgrade?

@k-lawn

3 жыл бұрын

@@reinaldtan2361 I haven't noticed a change in weight since upgrading. The difference in quality is significant. Well worth the upgrade.

After two of us spent half an hour trying to change the bracelet on my Orient, I can only laugh at how easy you make it look. 😂 Now that it's on, the screws for sizing the bracelet seem impossible to loosen - any suggestions?

@zxtang1

3 жыл бұрын

You need a quality screw driver. I had same issue with speedmaster professional bracelet as well. I got a Bergeon, expensive, but worth it.

I think that's a great price for the quality bracelets, ask Seiko, Tudor and others how much they're selling their bracelets for. ;)

I originally bought the Boyer, but the jubilee is the way to go. Just bought it

@daireb123

2 жыл бұрын

Do they both taper the same?

Is there a difference with regards to how the bracelet tapers on the Strapcode Super O? Good video, but it might be better to show us the bracelets on the watch in more detail, and with comparisons (tapering, clasps, etc) than providing what is essentially an introduction to how to change over a bracelet (something you said in the video most of us have seen a million times). Cheers!

I really want the bracelet from my inbound Mako II to fit on my Kamasu, but it appears it will not.

Hey Mark, quick question about the Kamasu. Which has the better blue starburst dial; the Mako 2, Kamasu or Ray 2? Every video of the Kamasu i've seen appears to show it being less reflective and much more subdued.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

I like the Ray 2.

Hey Mark what's the difference between a milled clasp and a folded one?

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Stamped and milled you might mean?

ordered!..Id love a coin edge bezel now!

@reinaldtan2361

3 жыл бұрын

does the bracelet add considerably more weight to the watch and do you think the clasp is much thicker compared to the stock clasp?

@raybyrne5599

3 жыл бұрын

@@reinaldtan2361 I originally bought my Kamsu on a stock rubber strap as I had intended to wear it as a beach watch on a nato all the time. So I have no experience of the stock bracelet or clasp. I bought the Strapcode bracelet form LIW as soon as it came out and I think its fantastic. With 4 links removed the total weight of the watch is now 152g. Perfect.

Can’t wait to get my super j.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

:)

what does a milled clasp mean?

I am a huge fan of the “J” style bracelet on my watches

I ordered both these Miltat bracelelts from Amazon, since I wasn't too sure which I wanted and returns are easy. Being an oyster bracelet fan, I really wanted to like the 'O' style here, but the brushing is completely different to the one on the case, so it looks like it was made for another watch, and the giant male end-link is an eyesore. Super-J is the way to go here, the mix of smaller brushed and polished links blends much better with the case, the Super-O is still a clear upgrade in quality but looks worse than the stock bracelet imo for reasons mentioned above.

Do the fit the mako 2 USA ? The should do the roleball and retro razor for the mako 2

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

It does not fit the USA.

The strap code jubilee bracelet does not fit my Kamasu, one end of the spring bar always refuses to get seated into the hole. Idk what’s wrong

The bezel insert for kamasu is so fragile, easily scratched. I hope there will be a ceramic bezel mod... it is an amazing watch but yes.. just the bezel insert.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Okay, good to know.

Thanks, Marc!

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@supermeseriasu

3 жыл бұрын

@@islandwatch what color for kamasu look better?

So an Islander or this one with this strap just can't decide what would you guys get

@radu_serban

4 жыл бұрын

Same here! 😂

Curious if these would fit on the defender.

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

No

Does the bracelet taper down from 22mm?

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. To 18

Super J is my fave :D

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

It's a beauty

Any chance these would fit the defender2?

@islandwatch

4 жыл бұрын

No