Blue Casio Duro MDV106 Watch Band Replacement

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Greg Anderson - The Good Timekeeper

Greg Anderson - The Good Timekeeper

Күн бұрын

This video features the Casio "Duro" model MDV106B-2ATN. (Here’s my In Depth Review of the watch ... • Blue Casio Duro MDV106... ) The Duro has been around for a few years already but this particular color was first introduced in early 2020. While past versions of the MDV106 have been sold with stock, stainless steel bracelets, the current versions (as of mid-2020) are only sold with resin watch bands. I decided to have some fun with a minor modification.
While it should be possible to put any number of watch bands, straps and bracelets on this watch, I decided to look for a genuine Casio replacement for the stainless steel bracelet that used to come with the Duro. I did that and, presto! It was a perfect fit on this watch. If you can’t find a bracelet made for the MDV106 you might try the bracelet made for an MTD-1079D. That has a slightly different pattern on the metal but it should still fit, since I know the MDV106 band will fit on an MTD-1079.
Keep in mind that the most difficult part of this modification was the sometimes-simple task of removing a couple of links from the bracelet so that it would fit my average-size wrist. After making most of this video I realized that the method I was using was wrong. I had decided to improvise using tools I already had sitting around the house. After exerting so much effort that my fingertips were sore, I guessed that, somewhere out there in the world, there must be a tool made specifically to remove these kinds of links. I found one and ordered it so that, next time, I won't have to struggle as much to work with links like this. I plan to make another video soon in which I'll utilize the specific type of pliers that are best for taking those links out.
Update: Here's a video in which I remove a couple of links from this bracelet using a dedicated T-Bar removal pliers tool. • Watch Link T-Bar Remov...

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@tornagawn
@tornagawn 3 жыл бұрын
A steel bracelet totally transforms this watch, kicks it up to a higher level
@jadenreginald8991
@jadenreginald8991 2 жыл бұрын
instablaster...
@freddyfz0976
@freddyfz0976 2 жыл бұрын
Link to the steel bracelet please?!
@noone8131
@noone8131 Жыл бұрын
It looks like a cheaper seamaster
@derdon2638
@derdon2638 7 ай бұрын
it doesn't look anything like a seamaster.
@Chief1063
@Chief1063 2 жыл бұрын
I love that you kept it "factory" using Casio parts. Nice job.
@v1nnyvice
@v1nnyvice 10 ай бұрын
going to consider doing the same thing with mine!
@BrozzaBond4007
@BrozzaBond4007 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg I just recently bought the Casio Blue Marlin Diver Watch I love it so much and I loved your reviews on it and this video. Great detail easy instruction and clear voice. Cheers I am a fan
@WavyTh3L0c
@WavyTh3L0c Жыл бұрын
As soon as I seen these watches on the website I was so disappointed that it hand that black band it ruins it. So I looked it up and yup we can change it THANKS to YOU!!! THANK YOU!!
@chief2036
@chief2036 2 жыл бұрын
I love my Duro. It's so versatile. I changed out the rubber strap with Nato straps. It's a new watch everytime. I'm gonna try this metal band. Looks great too.
@onemat2000
@onemat2000 2 жыл бұрын
Greg...Thanks very much for this video. I had no idea how the end links went on. I got really lucky on this one. The steel band went right in and I had no links to take out on this one. The watch looks like a million bucks!
@lukeduke9304
@lukeduke9304 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing us how Duro looks like with original Casio bracelet 👍
@KennySouthPark86
@KennySouthPark86 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Greg Anderson, you are a god. This is the best/most detailed guide on how to change the strap to a bracelet on the Duro, just got my blue 106 and bought a clone Casio bracelet and it looks extremely well, but as many other videos struggled clasping it in on, yours made it way easier. Thanks again!
@potatosnacks5571
@potatosnacks5571 Жыл бұрын
Where did you buy the bracelet? I can’t find a link anywhere
@abdulkadirunlu7714
@abdulkadirunlu7714 24 күн бұрын
@@potatosnacks5571+1
@andrewe.8321
@andrewe.8321 3 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed. Awesome video. Just bought my first Casio Duro, and this was very helpful. Thank you!
@ZeusNex
@ZeusNex 2 жыл бұрын
I am also looking forward to buy one i mean its like 9 months for u hows the watch now?
@acme9538
@acme9538 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. I picked up the same watch / bracelet and was able to remove the black band and install the bracelet. I need to have a link or 2 removed as well . . . but I'll let my local watch place do that . . . i'm not that brave. Thanks again.
@utdbuzz402
@utdbuzz402 5 ай бұрын
Bought the MDV107 in the Pepsi bezel this week. Mine came with this exact stainless steel bracelet attached out of the factory instead of the rubber strap. Wanted to see how nato/leather straps would look on it. What's extremely annoying is taking this steel bracelet off seems impossible without a really narrow springbar tool. Tried with the tiny jewellers screwdriver and it just doesnt grip it at all, and there's no room for it to move either. This was my first purchase since I'm new to watches and now i gotta buy a watch toolkit already haha i wish they'd have made it easier. Your video was great help btw. Really helped with the links!
@grepminusi
@grepminusi 2 жыл бұрын
I just removed a link myself from this bracelet. I started by prying to move the t-bar a little. Then I used a small mallet to tap a pin pusher, easily tapping it out.
@pottsinozadventures1930
@pottsinozadventures1930 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing transformation! I am seeing others say that Seiko SKX bracelets can fit too.
@MsBricktop80
@MsBricktop80 2 жыл бұрын
that's right :-)
@carlosgonzalez7204
@carlosgonzalez7204 3 жыл бұрын
Bracelet looks great! I ordered mine and should be getting it soon!
@michaelcoleman7260
@michaelcoleman7260 3 жыл бұрын
Hello. Could you put up a link to where you bought it?
@carlosgonzalez7204
@carlosgonzalez7204 3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelcoleman7260 hello, I bought it on eBay. I couldn’t find another link but they have a few different ones including the official Casio one. Just search Casio duro bracelet. Hope that helps!
@michaelcoleman7260
@michaelcoleman7260 3 жыл бұрын
@@carlosgonzalez7204 thanks!
@ThunderRambler
@ThunderRambler 2 жыл бұрын
Good job, Greg.
@petervernelen6784
@petervernelen6784 2 жыл бұрын
Thx for the video I need some extra spring bars for my duro, but which exact size do I need ? Thx
@KeltonWagley
@KeltonWagley 3 жыл бұрын
This video was SUPER helpful! I just put an OEM Casio metal bracelet on my new blue Duro and it looks amazing!!
@freddyfz0976
@freddyfz0976 2 жыл бұрын
Can you link me the steel bracelet please
@user-fq3uh7bt1t
@user-fq3uh7bt1t 4 жыл бұрын
I have one with a double domed sapphire crystal. This would really complete the look.
@entertainme7523
@entertainme7523 3 жыл бұрын
Someone needs to start selling those because I don't have the tools to do all of that nor do I want to buy them :)
@madsleonardholvik3040
@madsleonardholvik3040 11 ай бұрын
Hi, Greg. Thanks for you video! On my new mtd 1053 there are arrows and it looks like the same, but there is no identation near the arrows. There is a small indentation on the side of the band. Do you know how this type is resized? I can't find any video at all or picture of this watch with such a bracelet. Thanks!
@metroidsamus86
@metroidsamus86 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, it was very insightful. What size band width did you have to use for this bracelet?
@CraigG21
@CraigG21 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a 22mm lug width bracelet.
@2aholes402
@2aholes402 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video.
@raypanzer521
@raypanzer521 3 жыл бұрын
con el casio mdv 106 G. como quedaría con una correa de acero plateado con negro o plateado con dorado? dame tu opinión personal
@GP-rv2bp
@GP-rv2bp 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@ewalshp
@ewalshp 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, what is the width of the band that fits the watch?
@WhatsUpElvis
@WhatsUpElvis 5 ай бұрын
Love the video. Where can I buy the Casio metal band from?
@noone8131
@noone8131 Жыл бұрын
I think that that's how the watch should have been offered from Casio, the bracelet on that watch makes it look expensive, great job
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper Жыл бұрын
Older versions of the Duro were available with this metal bracelet. I don’t know why they stopped offering that. Today there are six versions of the Duro available (color differences) and none comes with a bracelet.
@noone8131
@noone8131 Жыл бұрын
@@GoodTimekeeper oh didn't know that, it's a shame they don't make them with bracelet anymore
@aleksk850
@aleksk850 2 күн бұрын
Obrigado pela ajuda!
@rickd523
@rickd523 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Greg Anderson on the Good Timekeeper with Greg Anderson; simplest tool in the world to pry these tuff little links: (drum rollllll) A nail. A good tough carpenters nail. Works every time.
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 3 жыл бұрын
This type of link has always been a challenge for me. I think I’ll be happier now with the special pliers I bought.
@spencerravsten8170
@spencerravsten8170 3 жыл бұрын
Is there a link to the bracelet you installed?
@michaelcoleman7260
@michaelcoleman7260 3 жыл бұрын
My question exactly.
@entertainme7523
@entertainme7523 3 жыл бұрын
There used to be a Ritche band on Amazon that fit perfectly but it's not available anymore
@aresghost9264
@aresghost9264 3 жыл бұрын
good video and excellent watch the marlin, excuse me, where did you get the casio steel extendable? I also have a Marlin and I want to put the same extensible on it, if you could tell me I would appreciate it very much
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 3 жыл бұрын
I searched on eBay for MDV-106 bracelet and found some for between $22 and $30 each. Here’s a link I found tonight... www.ebay.com/itm/264316230521
@harshshah8811
@harshshah8811 Жыл бұрын
Can anyone help me with the weight of the case itself and how much does it increase after we add the metal strap?
@altejada7888
@altejada7888 3 жыл бұрын
Where is the link for that same exact band?
@thebetamaxman
@thebetamaxman 2 жыл бұрын
Spring bar pliers or perhaps should be called spring bar tweezers would be a better name. These allow you to compress both sides of the spring bar and then you can simply slide the bracelet end links up into the lugs then release the pliers off the sprinbar. there are many offerings for these on amazon.
@alvarojoseborreror.6588
@alvarojoseborreror.6588 2 жыл бұрын
Hello! Thanks for this video. Can you match a Fullmosa Bracelet flat end link with the Original Casio end piece curved link? Thanks.
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 2 жыл бұрын
Good question. Unfortunately I am not familiar with the Fullmosa bracelet.
@d.av.s2798
@d.av.s2798 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Can you please tell me where did you find that bracelet replacement? I would love to do the same with my Casio Duro! Cheers!
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 4 жыл бұрын
I did a little detective work there. The stock Casio bracelet for the Duro is listed at Pacparts.com as Casio 91087068904 but it was out of stock for up to 3 weeks so I found another reference from a UK parts dealer. They had it listed as Part No:10391237. I looked for them on eBay using those numbers and I found someone in California who had that genuine Casio bracelet in stock.
@d.av.s2798
@d.av.s2798 4 жыл бұрын
Greg Anderson - The Good Timekeeper Thank you very much! I was able to get one from eBay as soon as I saw your comment!
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 4 жыл бұрын
ez8 I guess you could try Pacparts and you’d just have to wait a couple of extra weeks. You could also try the bracelet for the MTD-1079D. The pattern on the metal is a little different but it should fit... because I tried this Duro bracelet on an MTD-1079 and it fit.
@JumpingWatermelons
@JumpingWatermelons Жыл бұрын
Where did you buy the bracelet? How much do they cost?
@pdebie1982
@pdebie1982 3 ай бұрын
And now a video where you do it the other way around, because I cannot get the metal "clasps" where the springbar goes through to get seperated from the watch. I have one side of the springbar loose.
@abdulkadirunlu7714
@abdulkadirunlu7714 24 күн бұрын
Where did you get the watch band in the video?
@nishatttoha8769
@nishatttoha8769 3 жыл бұрын
Where you bought it?
@alexcubiche27
@alexcubiche27 3 жыл бұрын
Where you get that band?
@iwansetiawan6950
@iwansetiawan6950 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Greg, could you tell me how many links that can be removed to make the bracelet shorter? Since my wrist is to small.
@biasaigon7155
@biasaigon7155 2 жыл бұрын
This watch not for asian wrist
@tempestandacomputer6951
@tempestandacomputer6951 2 жыл бұрын
@@biasaigon7155 Do you realize Casio is asian?
@Hydar77865
@Hydar77865 2 жыл бұрын
I like casio watch
@BanksProject
@BanksProject 2 жыл бұрын
What size strap? 20mm?
@vlvisheratin
@vlvisheratin 2 жыл бұрын
How much mm on this watch ? Tell pls
@RickDeckardMemories
@RickDeckardMemories Жыл бұрын
One must be a REAL HARD CORE Casio fan to put in the extra effort to use Casio bracelet... considering the quality of Casio bracelets 😳 Yes, it is a perfect match stylistically. But the hollow end links, folded links, pressed metal clasp with only two micro adjust positions... 😖 The video itself is very good : very detailed explanation and demonstration for the noobs 👍🏻
@JoeGolfKing
@JoeGolfKing 3 жыл бұрын
If one were replacing the rubber watchband with a leather band, what width would one purchase?
@rynemurphy50
@rynemurphy50 3 жыл бұрын
22mm
@JoeGolfKing
@JoeGolfKing 3 жыл бұрын
@@rynemurphy50 Thanks for the info
@frank759
@frank759 2 жыл бұрын
Link to the steel bracelet, please?! Where and how can I get it?
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 2 жыл бұрын
The bracelet which was specifically meant for the Duro is now listed as “discontinued” at PacParts.com but there’s a bracelet for the MTD1079 there which should fit the Duro. The bracelet for the Duro is still available on eBay but some listing are likely to be Chinese copies. I saw one which specifically said it was the genuine Casio bracelet for $69 on eBay. If I had to buy one today I’d probably just get the MTD1069 bracelet from PacParts.com. www.pacparts.com/part.cfm?sku=91087162487
@tundra75
@tundra75 6 ай бұрын
I want to buy one of these for my MDV106, but the bracelets I find that are Casio are $50 or more. Is that how much they are? If that’s the case, I’d be paying more for the bracelet than I did the watch lol
@william38022
@william38022 2 жыл бұрын
Do you think it would be possible to take my 10 year old citizen Skyhawk band off of my Citizen Watch Repair Service Torrance Casio models I bought a Citizens Skyhawk about 10 years ago it has been nothing but trouble I’ve had to have it fixed four times they won’t hardly stand behind it they have help me out on some of the repair cost a little bit but I still had to pay a lot but now it looks like there’s something wrong with it again I bought that at a jewelry shop years ago and paid a lot for it and the repairs like I say have not been cheap right now the solar part in the digital part work it still keeps time and the date however the hands won’t sync up with the watch and some of the other indicators and stuff don’t match up or make sense I imagine the whole movement power sale and everything will need to be replaced again and I’m not even sure if I could still get parts for it because of its age it’s one of the older models WR 200 it’s a beautiful watch the last time they fixed it it cost so much money I basically was afraid to wear it so I kinda kept it in the window seal so it could charge and reset itself daily has its radio controlled and it still has malfunction about two years after its last repair I will probably never buy Citizen again but your Casio Duru really looks good they’re putting me in mind of a black they tutor or a Rolex submariner I need a big bed and I have a wrist it’s about 8 1/2 inches or so I had extra leg put in my Citizen Skyhawk band I hope I can use it for a watch like yours if not maybe I’ll find a big band somewhere that will fit,,,Are there different levels of this Casio watch pricewise or is the Duru basically all the same I like the blue it really looks good👍
@limit-breaker876
@limit-breaker876 3 жыл бұрын
do you have a link to the watch band?
@GoodTimekeeper
@GoodTimekeeper 3 жыл бұрын
Here is the link to the PacParts listing... www.pacparts.com/part.cfm?sku=91087068904
@jmidd3437
@jmidd3437 2 жыл бұрын
👍👍
@pddejager1
@pddejager1 2 жыл бұрын
That looks wonderful. I don't understand why you didn't put a solid link steel bracelet rathern than the folded steel links.
@michaelwertz6689
@michaelwertz6689 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! That bracelet looks horribly cheap though, for such a solid watch.
@BarnOwl61
@BarnOwl61 3 жыл бұрын
Greg, these bracelets are a complete nightmare to resize. Everyone hates them. Better buy a better quality bracelet than a tool, I think. Let's wait and see what you bought for it. Good luck!
@joaofelix2411
@joaofelix2411 3 жыл бұрын
Obrigado, mas prefiro original.
@sonofagun6856
@sonofagun6856 7 ай бұрын
Dude what is your wrist size that 44 mm duro is looking tiny on it 😂
@armandocosta7961
@armandocosta7961 3 жыл бұрын
NOW THE DURO WITHOUT THE MARLIN ITS A TRASH!
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