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    Show us your Senraw watches

    Most of us have seen the development of Karl's (Senraw) watch business via the ongoing Sales Corner post. It's fair to say Karl never had any intention of ending up where he is now and I'm blown away how it went from putting a few parts together on one watch to an operating online business so quickly. I'm in awe of what he's achieved.

    When Karl signposted us to the website last week I could no longer resist and ordered a Clearance Diver Grey. The price of £199 inclusive of delivery seemed very reasonable.

    I ordered at the weekend, received notification of dispatch yesterday (Monday) and the watch landed today (Tuesday).

    The first thing I couldn't help noticing was the size of the massive box and then inside, loads of protective packing looking after the watch box. An excellent start.

    The Senraw / Broad Arrow branded watch box is great and unlike any I've seen before. The paper binding around the box is a lovely touch indeed. Clearly a hell of a lot of thought has gone into the branding and boxing which I love. Inside sees foam inserts holding the watch steady.

    Now onto the watch. Here's the spec:

    Watch

    • Weight : 67 grams (Watch head only, excluding strap)
    • Dial : Matt black, no date
    • Hands : Polished Sword Hands
    • Crystal : Flat Sapphire

    Case

    • Material : 316L stainless steel
    • Uni-direction bezel, 120 click, with aluminium insert
    • Water Resistance : 200 meters
    • Diameter 39.5mm, 43.5mm including the crown
    • Lug spacing : 20mm
    • Lug to lug height : 47mm
    • 13mm thickness from the the centre of the flat sapphire crystal to the centre of the case-back

    Movement

    • Model: Seiko NH38A
    • Automatic with manual winding
    • 24 jewel
    • 21,600 BPH
    • Hacking seconds
    • No “ghost date” setting

    Strap

    • Ribbed Nylon strap
    • Heat sealed
    • Choice of 6 Colours



    The dial is lovely and the Broad Arrow branding is, for me, perfect and much better than a written word. The plots are coloured just about right for the style and the hands match perfectly. The bezel action is firm and crisp with no play either way. The crown action is spot-on and it's great not having the ghost date position.

    All-in-all it's a great little watch and without question is worth the cost. The service Karl provided was as good as it gets too.

    I'm very happy and hope all those that bought these are too. It would be great if you could share your views, experiences and photos here please.



















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    Last edited by TaketheCannoli; 27th September 2023 at 10:35.

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    Great write up and the whole package is fantastic, the boy has done a grand job.

    Karl is a top top fella and fortunately we live in the same town so it’s been great to see this journey first hand.

    Congrats and enjoy

    Pitch.

    Last edited by Pitch3110; 26th September 2023 at 22:19.

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    Absolutely delighted with my Clearance Diver. Perfect case shape, polished sides contrasting with brushed lugs. A lovely positive click to the bezel with perfect alignment to 12. Drilled lugs are the perfect addition for strap swops and the crown has a really positive feel, both when adjusting the watch and screwing down the seal.

    I'll let the photos do the rest..... I've settled on one of my favourite straps, a Watch Steward in grey which has the ultimate in low profile and comfort to me.
















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    Received my Clearance Diver today and I’m very happy with it. I can’t believe he can sell this for £199 - it’s amazing value!

    Jack

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    I love that strap!!

    I never wear a nato in this way but the stiffness of this one really works and I think it looks tidy.










    Quote Originally Posted by JohnnyE View Post
    Absolutely delighted with my Clearance Diver. Perfect case shape, polished sides contrasting with brushed lugs. A lovely positive click to the bezel with perfect alignment to 12. Drilled lugs are the perfect addition for strap swops and the crown has a really positive feel, both when adjusting the watch and screwing down the seal.

    I'll let the photos do the rest..... I've settled on one of my favourite straps, a Watch Steward in grey which has the ultimate in low profile and comfort to me.















    Last edited by TaketheCannoli; 28th September 2023 at 14:39.

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    Smartened up for a day out with the Mrs.

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    Recieved my Snowflake today. What a superb watch. Really happy.

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    Just put my Snowflake on one of Eddie's velcro nylon straps. For the money this is really hard to beat. It's all I've worn since receiving it.

    Sent from my SM-G988B using Tapatalk

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    The perfect holiday watch.

    Pitch

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    We have now created a Facebook page! :)

    Please follow us at :

    https://www.facebook.com/senrawwatches

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pitch3110 View Post


    The perfect holiday watch.

    Pitch
    Have a fantastic holiday Paul! :)

    I’ will change that dial over for you when you get back. :)
    Last edited by senraw; 7th October 2023 at 21:41.

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    These look great guys!

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    Quote Originally Posted by senraw View Post
    Have a fan holiday Paul! :)

    I’ will change that dial over for you when you get back. :)
    Bless ya Karl.

    Was shown and offered a Ricky M, 3x 5167a's, and more Rolexs, AP's and Hublot's than you could shake a stick at. Flashed my Senraw and they cleared off. 20 quid for the aqua did seem good value though 🤣🤣

    Cheers Pitch

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    Numero uno! :)


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    These look great - I suspect I’ll be ordering when they’re next available, there’s home for one up here in North Norfolk!

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    …..and ordered!

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    Show us your Senraw watches

    A customers shot of the Clearance diver, sent to me this afternoon :



    Taken today In Betws-y-Coed.
    Last edited by senraw; 7th October 2023 at 18:38.

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    Quote Originally Posted by senraw View Post
    A customers shot of the Clearance diver, sent to me this afternoon :



    Taken today In Betws-y-Coed.
    Very nice watch senraw you have done well!

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    A belated shot of my clearance diver - stuck it on a phoenix canvas strap found in the bottom of the strap box. Very pleased, feels like a real quality watch -
    Everything lines up, and the crown winds amd screws down like butter - unlike every Seiko I’ve ever owned! - and it looks great imho :)IMG_3520.jpg

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    Show us your Senraw watches

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    Quote Originally Posted by RobDad View Post
    No idea why the pics aren’t sizing!

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    Decided to try a ceramic bezel with similar toned faux vintage lume colouring. Quite pleased with the outcome... (and don't worry, I had it set incorrectly at +1 click... it IS aligned ok!!)

    Last edited by JohnnyE; 30th October 2023 at 19:47.

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    Now I’m over my ‘it’s a bit too close to a Sub homage for my liking’ worries, I’m really enjoying the Clearance Diver -
    Really nicely constructed, more like a mechanical version of the Scurfa D100 if that makes any sense?!?

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    Quote Originally Posted by JohnnyE View Post
    Decided to try a ceramic bezel with similar toned faux vintage lume colouring. Quite pleased with the outcome... (and don't worry, I had it set incorrectly at +1 click... it IS aligned ok!!)

    Pretty cool

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    Does anybody have a link for a decent bracelet that fits these?

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    loving mine; swapped from an IWC Portuguese Yacht Club so took a few hours to adjust to the size.

    once acclimatised was very comfy and really pleased with it..... great value and excellent service

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    Thank you all so very much for your kind words and sharing these reviews and great pictures. We hope you are all enjoying your a Senraw watches. :)

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    Show us your Senraw watches

    Again, thank you all so much for your positive reviews and comments, it really does mean a lot.

    If you would be so kind to leave a few words on the review section of the website, it would be greatly appreciated. :)

    P.S all current models are now back in stock, including the newly released Sea Commander.

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    Quote Originally Posted by trident-7 View Post
    I like that

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    I am liking the little touch on the base of the dial.

    Nice one Karl.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MADDOG View Post
    I am liking the little touch on the base of the dial.

    Nice one Karl.
    Thank you Jon. :)

    Nice and subtle, to give the dial a clean and uncluttered look :

    Last edited by senraw; 11th November 2023 at 19:25.

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    Quick update :

    Our Black Friday sale is now on! :)

    You now get all 6 nato straps with every Clearance Diver or Sea Scout purchase.

    Or 7 straps (6 nato’s and 1 elasticated strap) with every Sea Commander purchase.

    The sale will be on for 7 days only.




    Best wishes,
    Karl.
    Last edited by senraw; 18th November 2023 at 15:11.

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    The first customer (A close friend of mine) has just received the plexi version of the Clearance diver on bracelet.







    Both plexi version of the Clearance Diver and Sea Commander, as well as bracelets options for both, will be added to the website soon.

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    Plexi looks ultra cool

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    Plexi is sexy 👍🏻

    Quote Originally Posted by LPC6 View Post
    Plexi looks ultra cool

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    How much will that be on a bracelet? Can I reserve one now?

    Cheers

    Jack

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