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Has anybody found any good alternatives to the OEM bracelet on the 38mm hamilton khaki mechanical models, where the end links are a solid fit? Looking to source from the UK, but the only one i have found so far is from Uncle Straps based in the US. Also heard that the seiko SRPG bracelets may fit.. anyone have experience?

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[โ€“] lulu_l@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

The problem is that even if you find a bracelet with endlinks that fit it most likely won't fit as the finish or color. It's difficult to match the tone of the stainless steel with a blasted finish that's why you rarely see a sandblasted watch with a sandblasted bracelet.

Yeah its a good point. Currently have it on a bracelet from a cheaper Seiko 5 SRPG as the bracelet lugs line up, but the end links aren't the right curve and the finish is brushed rather than sandblasted as you say.. looks like I may have to continue the search for a second hand OEM bracelet. Cheers