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HenROCK! · 23 March 2010, 02:22 AM

Wearing my -71, 861 Speedmaster on leather and/or a noname bracelet. Like it, but thinking of buying a "new" 1171 bracelet, but before getting one I would like someones opinion about it.

Anyone with experience of a 1171?

Welshwatchman · 23 March 2010, 03:24 AM

My Speedypro sits on a 1171/1 bracelet. It was very good value for money and is extremely comfortable.

jmsrolls · 23 March 2010, 04:35 AM

I like the look, comfort, and price of the 1171. All in all, a great bracelet for the Speedy Pro.

Here's one on my vintage 105.012:

Yes, it rattles a bit but no more than a non-SEL Rolex bracelet.

Fr. John†

HenROCK! · 23 March 2010, 05:12 AM

... they look great btw.

The ones you can get on ebay (for about usd250)–*are they genuine Omega bracelets?

jmsrolls · 23 March 2010, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by HenROCK!

... they look great btw.

The ones you can get on ebay (for about usd250)–*are they genuine Omega bracelets?

Some are, some aren't.

Always check the seller out.

Fr. John†

goldminer · 23 March 2010, 05:47 AM

The modern 1171 isn't as good as the original bracelet (links are held by cotter / split pins not screws) but as has been mentioned they are very comfortable and do suit the Speedy. The clasp isnt great and if you use anything other than the last two adjustment holes it has a habit of coming undone. As for sources if you Google Frei & Borel you will find a trusted supplier.

David Woo · 23 March 2010, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by goldminer

As for sources if you Google Frei & Borel you will find a trusted supplier.

They have not been able to source any of these for some time, but I see they are again available. Get them while they are hot!
DW

HenROCK! · 23 March 2010, 06:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goldminer

The modern 1171 isn't as good as the original bracelet (links are held by cotter / split pins not screws) but as has been mentioned they are very comfortable and do suit the Speedy. The clasp isnt great and if you use anything other than the last two adjustment holes it has a habit of coming undone. As for sources if you Google Frei & Borel you will find a trusted supplier.

Thanks for useful input.

23 March 2010, 02:22 AM	#1
HenROCK! Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Henrik Location: Stockholm Watch: Glycine Airman Posts: 35	1171 bracelet for a Speedmaster? Wearing my -71, 861 Speedmaster on leather and/or a noname bracelet. Like it, but thinking of buying a "new" 1171 bracelet, but before getting one I would like someones opinion about it. Anyone with experience of a 1171?

23 March 2010, 03:24 AM	#2
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	My Speedypro sits on a 1171/1 bracelet. It was very good value for money and is extremely comfortable. __________________ ..33

23 March 2010, 05:12 AM	#4
HenROCK! Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Henrik Location: Stockholm Watch: Glycine Airman Posts: 35	Thanks for your input/reflections... ... they look great btw. The ones you can get on ebay (for about usd250)–*are they genuine Omega bracelets?

23 March 2010, 04:35 AM	#3
jmsrolls Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3,185	I like the look, comfort, and price of the 1171. All in all, a great bracelet for the Speedy Pro. Here's one on my vintage 105.012: Yes, it rattles a bit but no more than a non-SEL Rolex bracelet. Fr. John†

23 March 2010, 05:47 AM	#6
goldminer Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: London, England Watch: 5513 Posts: 278	The modern 1171 isn't as good as the original bracelet (links are held by cotter / split pins not screws) but as has been mentioned they are very comfortable and do suit the Speedy. The clasp isnt great and if you use anything other than the last two adjustment holes it has a habit of coming undone. As for sources if you Google Frei & Borel you will find a trusted supplier.

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