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scarlet knight · 14 April 2022, 06:13 AM

I would say it was five years old. Never exposed to extreme conditions. Two little plastic parts on the underside of the keeper just fell off. Has it happened to others? Does the strap just have a limited life?

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77T · 14 April 2022, 06:21 AM

Looks like heat-related degrading in the elastomer/rubber compound.

When I lived in Miami this happened over time with exposure to sun, ocean, and heat when left in the car.

Wasn’t a Seiko but another brand’s rubber band.

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mikelprz · 14 April 2022, 08:01 AM

I think a common problem with rubber straps. Not an expert in rubber, but i assume quality of the rubber could be suspected in this issue. May have been one reason Seiko changed to silicon straps and metal keepers.

It would be interesting to know, if anyone with a Seiko silicon strap and metal keeper has experienced problems.

Old Expat Beast · 14 April 2022, 09:37 AM

Is that the original strap? I know it's Seiko flat-vent style (I wear my 009 on a similar Geckota strap), but I thought the 009 came on a Z22. Yours look like a DAL1BP, if it is Seiko.

TimeLord2 · 14 April 2022, 09:48 AM

They don't last forever. Had a few of those rubber straps before I switched it out for an Uncle Seiko steel bracelet.

scarlet knight · 14 April 2022, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Is that the original strap? I know it's Seiko flat-vent style (I wear my 009 on a similar Geckota strap), but I thought the 009 came on a Z22. Yours look like a DAL1BP, if it is Seiko.

The band is about 5 years old. Never exposed to extreme heat or cold, never swam with it, spent some time in a drawer, some time in a watch box. Just disintegrated today. One piece fell off, then another a few minutes later. It is an original Seiko strap. Says Seiko on it, has a tsunami logo, doubt it’s a fake.

Old Expat Beast · 14 April 2022, 11:12 AM

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The band is about 5 years old. Never exposed to extreme heat or cold, never swam with it, spent some time in a drawer, some time in a watch box. Just disintegrated today. One piece fell off, then another a few minutes later. It is an original Seiko strap. Says Seiko on it, has a tsunami logo, doubt it’s a fake.

I wasn't thinking it was "fake", but maybe one of the versions from Bonetto Cinturini, Uncle Seiko or WatchGecko, etc, which are in fact higher quality and more expensive. Anyway, yours being a real DAL1BP would have that ref on the underside of the strap on the 12 0'clock side. It's a $25 strap which shouldn't really be expected to last more than five years.

Old Expat Beast · 14 April 2022, 11:17 AM

This one should more comfortable and long lasting. Same style as yours.

http://www.uncleseiko.com/collection...-strap-20-22mm

scarlet knight · 14 April 2022, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

This one should more comfortable and long lasting. Same style as yours.

http://www.uncleseiko.com/collection...-strap-20-22mm

Very on target!

mikelprz · 14 April 2022, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

This one should more comfortable and long lasting. Same style as yours.

http://www.uncleseiko.com/collection...-strap-20-22mm

This nice!

scarlet knight · 14 April 2022, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

This one should more comfortable and long lasting. Same style as yours.

http://www.uncleseiko.com/collection...-strap-20-22mm

I took a look at my SKX173 and it is on the Uncle Seiko strap that you recommended. It is very comfortable. I change straps and bracelets for entertainment value. It’s like getting a new watch, but less expensive.

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RW16610 · 14 April 2022, 10:58 PM

I'm sorry to see that, what a shame. Agree that those types of straps for any watch brand don't last forever. Many factors and variables come into play, but it's why for me I'm typically all about bracelets.

Hope you're able to get it resolved soon and continue enjoying this piece.

Soarer · 16 April 2022, 09:59 AM

Just get it replaced. They are not expensive to begin with.

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scarlet knight · 16 April 2022, 01:07 PM

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Just get it replaced. They are not expensive to begin with.

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Just a little surprised, no biggie. Just checking on the life expectancy of the rubber band. The watches have been more sturdy.

JR16 · 17 April 2022, 09:29 AM

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Just a little surprised, no biggie. Just checking on the life expectancy of the rubber band. The watches have been more sturdy.

I remember the is happening to my timex rubber straps as a kid / young adult. Just the nature of the material.

I second uncle seiko rubber straps - I have a few and they are great, and durable.

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14 April 2022, 06:13 AM	#1
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,353	The keeper on my Seiko 009 bracelet fell apart I would say it was five years old. Never exposed to extreme conditions. Two little plastic parts on the underside of the keeper just fell off. Has it happened to others? Does the strap just have a limited life? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

14 April 2022, 06:21 AM	#2
77T 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,583	Looks like heat-related degrading in the elastomer/rubber compound. When I lived in Miami this happened over time with exposure to sun, ocean, and heat when left in the car. Wasn’t a Seiko but another brand’s rubber band. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

14 April 2022, 09:37 AM	#4
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: SEIKO TUNA Posts: 28,595	Is that the original strap? I know it's Seiko flat-vent style (I wear my 009 on a similar Geckota strap), but I thought the 009 came on a Z22. Yours look like a DAL1BP, if it is Seiko. __________________ _______________________

14 April 2022, 11:17 AM	#8
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: SEIKO TUNA Posts: 28,595	This one should more comfortable and long lasting. Same style as yours. http://www.uncleseiko.com/collection...-strap-20-22mm __________________ _______________________

16 April 2022, 09:59 AM	#13
Soarer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Albert Location: Toronto Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 1,083	Just get it replaced. They are not expensive to begin with. Sent from my SM-T377W using Tapatalk __________________ What you gotta do, you gotta do!

14 April 2022, 08:01 AM	#3
mikelprz Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Batman Posts: 452	I think a common problem with rubber straps. Not an expert in rubber, but i assume quality of the rubber could be suspected in this issue. May have been one reason Seiko changed to silicon straps and metal keepers. It would be interesting to know, if anyone with a Seiko silicon strap and metal keeper has experienced problems.

14 April 2022, 10:58 PM	#12
RW16610 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,097	I'm sorry to see that, what a shame. Agree that those types of straps for any watch brand don't last forever. Many factors and variables come into play, but it's why for me I'm typically all about bracelets. Hope you're able to get it resolved soon and continue enjoying this piece.

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