The Ultimate Guide to Seiko 6139 & 6138 Bracelet & Straps References

written by Mads
February 28, 2025

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This guide lists the original bracelet references for Seiko 6139 and 6138 chronographs, helping collectors identify correct vintage bracelets and replacements.

Watches Change – And So Do Their Straps

Let’s face it: watches are more than timekeepers. They are personal objects we carry through years of life. And just like their owners, watches evolve. One of the most debated topics in the vintage watch world is the strap or bracelet. For some collectors, finding the original bracelet is almost as important as the watch itself. For others, the strap is simply a way to make the watch more comfortable or better suited to everyday wear.

After more than 30 years of collecting watches, I’ve seen both sides of the argument. And honestly? I understand both.

Why Straps and Bracelets Get Replaced

There’s a simple reason why many vintage watches no longer have their original bracelets: time. Leather dries and cracks. Metal bracelets stretch and wear out. And sometimes owners simply wanted a different look.

Over decades a watch may pass through several owners, and each of them might choose a strap that fits their own taste. It’s completely normal to see vintage watches on:

leather straps
nylon straps
aftermarket metal bracelets
or sometimes no bracelet at all

That’s simply part of the life cycle of a watch.

The Original Bracelet – The Collector’s Perspective

For many collectors, the original bracelet is the holy grail. An original bracelet completes the watch exactly as it left the factory. It adds authenticity and often increases the overall value of the piece. In some cases, finding the correct bracelet can even be harder than finding the watch itself.

From a historical standpoint, this makes perfect sense. But personally, I’ve never obsessed over original bracelets. If I find one in good condition, that’s great. But it’s not the most important aspect of the watch for me.

Why I Prefer Leather and Nylon

While metal bracelets certainly have their place, I’ve always preferred leather and nylon straps. Leather has something metal simply cannot replicate: character. A well-worn leather strap develops its own patina over time and slowly shapes itself to your wrist. Every mark tells part of your story. Nylon straps are the opposite: simple, durable, and incredibly comfortable. They give vintage watches a relaxed, almost military-inspired feel and make them easy to wear every day.

For me, the strap is not about preserving the past perfectly. It’s about making the watch my own.

The Great Debate: Original vs Personal

So does a watch really need its original bracelet? For some collectors the answer is absolutely yes. Authenticity and historical correctness matter, and there is real satisfaction in restoring a watch exactly as it once was.

For others, the strap is simply an extension of personal style. Neither approach is wrong. That’s part of what makes watch collecting such an interesting hobby.

Seiko 6139 The original bracelet part numbers

The following list collects original bracelet references for Seiko 6139 chronographs. These references come from catalog research, collector documentation, and decades of shared knowledge within the vintage Seiko community.

The 6139 is one of the most important chronograph movements in Seiko history, and identifying the correct bracelet can help collectors restore these watches more accurately.

Seiko 6139-6000

Watch reference:
6139-6000

Referred to as:
Blue Pogue, Cevert Pogue

Dial:
Blue Dial

Bracelet reference:
6139-600, XAA 301, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6000

Watch reference:
6139-6000

Referred to as:
Pogue

Dial:
Yellow Dial

Bracelet reference:
XAA 301, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6002

Watch reference:
6139-6002

Referred to as:
Sunrise Pogue

Dial:
Teal Dial, Red Sunrise

Bracelet reference:
6139-600, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6030

Watch reference:
6139-6030

Referred to as:
Coke Pogue

Dial:
Black Dial

Bracelet reference:
XAA 301, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6031

Watch reference:
6139-6031

Referred to as:
Coke Pogue

Dial:
Black Dial

Bracelet reference:
XAA 301, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6032

Watch reference:
6139-6032

Referred to as:
Coke Pogue

Dial:
Black Dial

Bracelet reference:
XAA 301, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6010

Watch reference:
6139-6010

Referred to as:
Bruce Lee

Dial:
Black Dial

Bracelet reference:
6139-601, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6010

Watch reference:
6139-6010

Referred to as:
Bruce Lee

Dial:
Blue Dial

Bracelet reference:
6139-601, 19mm

Seiko 6139-6011

Watch reference:
6139-6011

Referred to as:
Bruce Lee

Dial:
Black Dial

Bracelet reference:
6139-601, 19mm