I bought this black leather strap with red stitching as a compatible replacement for my Seiko SNL021. The genuine leather felt comfortable from day one and softened nicely after a couple of wears. Stitching is tidy, and the subtle red detail picks up the chronograph accents without shouting for attention.
Fit and finish are exactly what I hoped for. The watch sits neatly on the wrist and feels refreshed—ideal if your original band is tired. At this price, the value is strong. It’s not an original Seiko part, but the quality feels solid and it looks right at home on the SNL series.
Pros
- Genuine leather; comfortable for daily wear
- Clean look: black with red stitching
- Good value at the current price
- Clearly labelled as compatible with Seiko SNL029, SNL021 and SNL017
Cons
- Needed a short break-in period (a day or two)
If you’re after a Seiko SNL029 strap or SNL017 watch band in this colourway, this compatible replacement does the job gracefully.