[sireousrex]

Hi, first post but long time lurker here. Great site and a wealth of info that has helped immensely. Thank you to all who contribute |>

I recently purchased a PAG240 and would like to put some NATO straps on it. I'm not completely sold on the looks of them, but I like the idea of the NATO/ZULU straps being a bit more secure in the field.

I understand that the strap adapters for the PAW1500 will fit my PAG240 and I located them at Casio Sales and Service These are the ones I am looking at:

PAW1500GB Bottom Cover/End Piece 6H Casio Watches and Replacement WatchBands | Casio Sales and Service $13.80
PAW1500GB Cover/End Piece 12H Casio Watches and Replacement WatchBands | Casio Sales and Service $12

These prices would of course be before shipping of about $5. I am wondering if anyone knows of an alternate place to order these parts in the US or maybe another part that will work the same for less money before I pull the pin on these.

While we are at it, anyone have any recommendations for a good 22mm NATO band? I require black strap with the low lite style hardware. Not really sure if there is any difference between the Maratac made straps and others.

Thanks!

EDIT: Found them for about $8 shipped>>>>>

Thanks to ftslogger, I got the two adapters from Casio parts in New Jersey for about $8 shipped!!! Here is the telephone number and part numbers to order:

1-800-223-2001

Part Number 10310531 - Cover/End Piece B08008
Part Number 10320753 - Cover/End Piece C14141

The adapters are off of the PAW1500GB if you need that info for some reason.

 

[ftslogger]

I ordered mine directly from Casio USA. I used the PAW1500GB as the part numbers. I think all said the total ran me $9-10 including shipping and taxes. I also ordered the 24mm straps from Maratac, with the black hardware for $15.

 

[sireousrex]

I ordered mine directly from Casio USA. I used the PAW1500GB as the part numbers. I think all said the total ran me $9-10 including shipping and taxes. I also ordered the 24mm straps from Maratac, with the black hardware for $15.

Thank you. Is Casio USA the place in NJ? I know the place I linked to above is out of CA. Is this them, http://www.casiowatchesusa.com/whoweare.htm ? If not, do you have contact info for the Casio USA that you ordered from? Thanks.

I did find them for about $1-2 each at Pacparts as well, but then they slap on $12 of shipping which almost negates any savings.

 

[brownmajik]

Got mine on tiktox and, judging by this thread, overpaid. I shoulda called casio in akihabara!!!

 

[ftslogger]

I called Casio at 1-800-223-2001 and used the PAW-1500GB as a reference. I got both for $1-2 each, plus taxes. Casio plopped down a $4.95 shipping fee, and said it would be here within 7-10 business days. I imagine they just dropped it in the mail (I believe from CT). I ordered my Maratac band a couple of days after my adapters, and received it today...before my adapters! ARRGH! I hope that the adapters come soon. :-D

 

[sireousrex]

Sweet. Post up some pics when they get here! I'm going to order up my stuff tomorrow.

I'm toying with the idea of ordering some polarizing film and reversing the display too.

 

[ftslogger]

Update: I got the adapters last night from UPS. They were a little tricky to put on; its a tight fit. It took a little bit of work to get the adapters on securely; you need to be a little forceful to get the holes to line up for the bar to go all the way through. The adapters work great, and I love the MUCH improved fit and feel of the watch now with the Zulu band. Here's a quick shot from this morning on my way into work.

 

[sireousrex]

Is that a 22 or 24mm Zulu?

 

[ftslogger]

24mm. Its a tight fit. There's a little bit of bulging - however you could notch it out. I haven't done it yet - it seems to be just fine. Its a nice and tight fit. I would imagine the 22mm would be easier to thread. I saw somewhere on this site that 24 would be the best option - I ordered blind.

 

[fstshrk]

24mm. Its a tight fit. There's a little bit of bulging - however you could notch it out. I haven't done it yet - it seems to be just fine. Its a nice and tight fit. I would imagine the 22mm would be easier to thread. I saw somewhere on this site that 24 would be the best option - I ordered blind.

Did you have to get replacement screw set, or the one that came with the watch worked fine?

Also, do you happen to have the part numbers from the invoice?

Thanks

 

[ftslogger]

Did you have to get replacement screw set, or the one that came with the watch worked fine?

Also, do you happen to have the part numbers from the invoice?

Thanks

I used the existing screw set on the watch, didn't see a need to order another.

Part Number 10310531 - Cover/End Piece B08008
Part Number 10320753 - Cover/End Piece C14141

They were $1.50 ea
Casio Charged $4.95 to ship via UPS

I'll try to get some more pictures tomorrow - my little girl wants to stay up and needs some attention.

 

[mtb_dad]

Thanks for posting part #'s and pics ftslogger, your 240 looks awesome!

I'm going to either add either or Nato or Zulu band as well and wanted to solicit style suggestions. I have the same style 240 as ftslogger (standard black with orange buttons and the stock black resin strap).

I was thinking about the brown or OD (olive drab) bands.
https://www.watchuseek.com/f17/paw1300g-1v-pathfinder-band-252250.html or http://www.panatime.com/24mmdiver.html

It's my field watch on the weekend, but I've been wearing it most days to work. What do you think? Does anyone have this setup?

Also, the NATO bands top out at 22mm. It would have a bit more play in it, I think, but I think the second strap might keep the watch body in place. Has anyone tried a 22mm Nato band on a PAG/PRG of this size?

EDIT:
I went back to an older thread and saw several Zulu/Nato setups, including a tan band.
https://www.watchuseek.com/f17/paw1300g-1v-pathfinder-band-252250.html

I'm now thinking about a grey Zulu as well. Or the James Bond. What do you think, can the PAG/PRG240 pull off the James Bond strap, or do I really need an analog mil/diver's watch to go there: http://www.countycomm.com/bond.htm .

 

[sireousrex]

mtb_dad,

You can get 24mm Maratac 4 buckle (NATO) zulu's here: Zulu Four Ring Index

They are toward the bottom of the page. The only thing they don't offer is the four buckle with black hardware in 24mm. For some reason, they stop the black hardware at 22mm.

 

[ftslogger]

Thanks for posting part #'s and pics ftslogger, your 240 looks awesome!

I'm going to either add either or Nato or Zulu band as well and wanted to solicit style suggestions. I have the same style 240 as ftslogger (standard black with orange buttons and the stock black resin strap).

I was thinking about the brown or OD (olive drab) bands.
https://www.watchuseek.com/f17/paw1300g-1v-pathfinder-band-252250.html or 24mm Diver Straps

It's my field watch on the weekend, but I've been wearing it most days to work. What do you think? Does anyone have this setup?

Also, the NATO bands top out at 22mm. It would have a bit more play in it, I think, but I think the second strap might keep the watch body in place. Has anyone tried a 22mm Nato band on a PAG/PRG of this size?

EDIT:
I went back to an older thread and saw several Zulu/Nato setups, including a tan band.
https://www.watchuseek.com/f17/paw1300g-1v-pathfinder-band-252250.html

I'm now thinking about a grey Zulu as well. Or the James Bond. What do you think, can the PAG/PRG240 pull off the James Bond strap, or do I really need an analog mil/diver's watch to go there: ames Bond Style Watch Bands by Maratac .

The 24mm band there is NO slippage on the head on the band. The band is acutally a little bit too wide for the 1500 strap adapters - it takes a little bit of effort to "center" the head on the band. With the adapters - I've read and heard that a NATO style band should not be attempted. That's why I have the 3 ring style band - I haven't taken it off my wrist since I applied the adapters and new Zulu band. I have the black hardware, and the adapters do not move like the resin band did - they are rigid, and set at an angle. For this reason I would stay away from the NATO style - go with the 3 ring, not 5...in whatever color suits your fancy!

Just my two pennies.

MP

 

[Timecacher]

I use a 22mm Zulu on my PAG-40 and it works great. Perfect fit.

 

[sireousrex]

Timecatcher, thanks for the photos. I just ordered the 22mm Maratac Zulu because they don't offer the 24mm with low lite hardware which I needed. I am pleased to see the 22mm looks great!

I ended up ordering the PAW1500 adapters from casio. total for both with shipping was under $9. I also have them researching part numbers for the black adjust and light button covers from the PAG240T. I think they will be a nice replacement for the stock yellow ones. Then I went and ordered some polarizing film as well. Might as well go all out and go for the stealth look.

 

[mtb_dad]

Sireousrex, can you post photos of your watch when you get all the modifications done? I'm particularly interested in the new buttons, I didn't even realize they let you swap them. My one complaint is that they took a subdued black watch and put these two hugely bright yellow/orange buttons on it.

 

[ftslogger]

Sireousrex -

Yeah I'd like the part numbers for the buttons - as well as knowing if the reverse display works...I really like the negative displays. I might even let you do it!

 

[sireousrex]

Guys, as soon as I get word back from Casio on the part numbers for the buttons, I will post it up. I hear the buttons may be a pain in the neck to replace due to small clips but I won't know until I get the watch apart.

I took apart a cheap timex the other day to practice the reversing procedure and it was very straight forward. I am going to try my hand at a complete write up with pics of the process since I have yet to see one done on an ABC here. I will include the buttons as well as long as I can order them in time. If not, I will add the button stuff later. I am interested in seeing how the reverse display looks with the duplex LCD.

 

[Queen6]

Sireousrex, can you post photos of your watch when you get all the modifications done? I'm particularly interested in the new buttons, I didn't even realize they let you swap them. My one complaint is that they took a subdued black watch and put these two hugely bright yellow/orange buttons on it.

You can always go for the PRG-240B

I went for the PRG-240B-2DR, (blue) the strap is extremely solid and pleasingly thick. One of the very best straps I have seen on a Casio to date, significantly bettering my PRG-130C and an imported PRW-1100BJ-1JF strap. As for comfort time will tell as this hefty strap will take time to break in and mould, although it`s definitely not in the "Death Grip" territory of the modified PRG-80YT & Hirsch "Extreme" rubber dive strap . The 240`s buckle is nicely muted, no more polished areas as per the 80 and typical of the more modern Protrek`s. For those that are interested the PRG-130/PRW-1500 strap adapters will fit on the 240....

Q-6