Sequential Evo Summer Watch Collection

holdemchamp1225 · 2023-09-19T13:07:59Z

Discover how MB&F Sequential Evo owners are tackling deployant buckle discomfort for smaller wrists. Insights on strap customization & alternative buckles.

holdemchamp1225

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In this insightful piece, WatchProSite contributor holdemchamp1225 addresses a common challenge for collectors with smaller wrists: the fit and comfort of deployant buckles on high-end independent watches. His personal experience with the MB&F Sequential Evo highlights the importance of strap and buckle customization, even on a timepiece celebrated for its horological innovation. This article delves into practical solutions and community insights for optimizing wearability.

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Finally corrected the uncomfortable deployant buckle situation with a make-shift Panerai style buckle, similar to what Marius (Cosmopak) did with his Evo Perpetual, until I can replace it with a MB&F buckle and/or until my bespoke velcro straps arrive. For those who do not know, Max uses the same deployant buckle which comes with Richard Mille pieces. It is a spring loaded friction fit deployant buckle of high quality BUT sadly it pinches and doesn't sit comfortably for smaller wrist sizes. 😢

LOVE LOVE LOVE this Sequential Evo but the bespoke metal strap insert makes it impossible to change straps unless you have them custom made and either sacrificing an OEM strap for the metal insert or 3D printing the insert (hopefully). We will see how that goes as I might be the first and/or most foolish to try 🙉🙈🙊.

Key Points from the Discussion

The deployant buckle design, shared with brands like Richard Mille, can cause discomfort for smaller wrists, prompting the need for alternative buckle solutions to improve fitment and wearability.
Swapping buckles can subtly alter the effective strap length from the buckle's pin to the watch head, significantly enhancing wearing comfort, especially for those with smaller wrists.
The unique bespoke metal strap insert of the Sequential Evo makes strap changes difficult, often requiring custom-made straps or modifications like 3D printing the insert.
The issue of uncomfortable metal inserts at the case end of straps is not unique to MB&F, with similar experiences noted on watches like the IWC Ingenieur.
A Panerai-style pin-buckle with a screw-in bar is a widely recommended and secure alternative for improving comfort and fit.
A tang-style buckle is often considered the most comfortable option, especially while awaiting bespoke strap solutions like custom velcro straps.

The Discussion

cazalea

Sep 19, 2023

Not the first strap arrangement to have this problem; undoubtedly won't be the last

I have experienced the same with IWC Ingeniuer using that metal piece at the case end of the strap. Best of luck on this... the watch looks fantastic. Cazalea

holdemchamp1225

Sep 19, 2023

Yes indeed, I still have an IWC 3227 Ingy so understand the strap insert dilemma well 😅

MichaelC

Sep 19, 2023

Good solution for now

Tour de Force watch! I would wear that on a few pieces of twine if I had to ;-)

holdemchamp1225

Sep 19, 2023

Thanks bro and LOL, maybe wearing it with twine would be even more comfortable 😉...why not go all out and wear it on SILK 😉🤔

enjoythemusic

Sep 19, 2023

Looks Incredible!!!

An amazing complication and design. Bravo! Tho yes, agreed Max may want to seek out a strap / buckle stylist. The rubber strap is great here imho, though some of the other models with leather-type... not so much. Also have a small-ish wrist, so yes i understand and have replaced various buckles with other types that are more comfortable / better fitting. There are benefits in fitment when swapping buckles, as a buckle change can slightly alter the length from the buckle's pin-to-watch head. This

holdemchamp1225

Sep 19, 2023

Thanks and agreed with the slight change in strap length, placement, etc...but I still think it is a flaw in the deployant buckle design itself since it is not as curved as others out there...

For now I still think a tang style buckle might be the most comfortable option until a velcro strap option becomes available or if I can successfully order one from a fee bespoke artisans I know 😉