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Our Review of the Suunto Replacement Strap - Observer
Available in Elastomer, Stainless Steel, and Titanium. Note: Stainless Steel and Titanium straps are still Elastomer with links on the outside of the strap - only elastomer will be in contact with your wrist.
Note: In addition to the Observer, this band will fit older Suunto SR, TR, G3 and all X6HRM and X6HRT models.
Although it is possible to install this strap youself, it can be quite difficult; we recommend using your local jeweler.
Click here to download inside pin replacement instructions (Adobe Reader required)
Click here to download outside pin replacement instructions (Adobe Reader required)
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Suunto Replacement Strap - Observer Reviews
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No more
Reviewer: greg , Santa Monica, CA
Date: September 13, 2009
Great watch lousy band. It seems that the bands only last about 12 months. Don't waste your money on replacing the strap. My Observer is now a pocket watch.
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Maintenance
Reviewer: Michael McCleary , Honolulu, HI
Date: August 09, 2009
Here is one viable solution to the elastomer (rubber) strap problem. Cause and effect analysis has led me to understand that like all rubber components, this one too requires maintenance. In the world of diving, when rubber is consistently exposed to the elements (i.e. sun, salt, hot, cold) the material breaks down and causes what is also known as "dry rot". Additionally, your body leaves traces of dirt and oil on the band. So, what can you do about it? Simple. Conduct weekly maintenance on the strap by:
a. wash in a non-ionic soap,
b. rinse clean, and
c. add a small amount of silicone lubricant inside and out.
This method should extend the life of your costly replacement strap. Hope this helps. Yours truly,
Navy Diver Chief. Hoo Yah!
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Try Duck Tape
Reviewer: Anonymous , Dickson, TN
Date: July 29, 2009
My original band only lasted a little over a year, crazy for a watch that cost over 300 dollars. The replacement band is too cheaply made for the price. I decided to use black Duck Tape instead!
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Offer A Trade-In Policy?
Reviewer: Terry Doyle , Seattle, WA
Date: July 26, 2009
I've had my Observer for going on 5 years. I'm also going on my 4th band. Insanity. By now I could have purchased a $900 watch with a decent band; that lasts. Sad for you Suunto. With so many unfavorable reviews, why don't you offer an upgrade or a trade-in deal for those of us who really love your watches and want to support you. This is the last time I'll replace the band...
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Better than I expected
Reviewer: H Stam , Beverwijk, The Netherlands
Date: June 11, 2009
In June 2003 I bought my Suunto Observer. At that time I thought the plastic strap would wear out within a few years. Something I forgot in the years that passed. Last week by chance I saw that there were some cracks on the inside of the strap. It is hard to guess when these cracks started to appear. Never the less the strap managed to hold on for 6 years...It was easy to change the strap with a 2 mm precision srewdriver.
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Observer is a fantastic watch -- but the bands are horribly low quality with a premium price
Reviewer: Anonymous , St Paul, MN
Date: May 05, 2009
I love my suunto observer. I've had it 3 yrs. Unfortunately I'm now searching for my 4th replacement band as 2 elastomer and 1 stainless band have cracked like cheap pastic. A horrible quality issue to detract from a great product -- and seeminly so simple for the manufacturer to resolve.
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Time to say goodbye
Reviewer: Special Agent , Africa
Date: April 16, 2009
I would have to concur with most of the other raters. The compass needs to be constantly recalibrated and was completely off course during a tour in Afghanistan. For a replacement band that expensive and that's problematic to install I'd just as soon look for other watch options. I've enjoyed the watch for almost 8 eights, but when a third of the cost for the watch is the replacment band then something's not right.
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Great watch/poor band
Reviewer: W.D.Ahleman , Ottawa Lake Mi
Date: March 17, 2009
Like other reviews ,great watch but the bands suck ... call me when you develop a good band ,until then the watch will collect dust
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Shame about the strap!
Reviewer: Anonymous , Hereford
Date: February 11, 2009
Great watch, but I have to repalce the strap every year. I have tried leather, elastimer and 'steel', but they are all useless. Please will Suunto develop a proper strap that befits the watch!
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