The Real Seiko SKX Replacement - SRPC91K1 Save The Ocean Turtle
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- Опубліковано 9 січ 2020
- If you're looking for a replacement for the now discontinued Seiko SKX then the Turtle might be your best option.
This is my light hearted view on the demise of the SKX lineup, its Seiko 5 replacement's and why the SRPC91K1 or any other Turtle might be a better choice.
Feel free to offer other suggestions and give your thoughts on the Seiko Turtle range.
I have added a couple of links for the original and STO Turtle's, dependant on what is available in your region. Using the links will take you to Amazon where you can continue your search, any purchases will earn a commission for the channel.
UK ; Original Turtle SRP777K1 amzn.to/36LBvhe
US ; Save The Ocean SRPC91K1 amzn.to/2uAdTOl
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I’ve had mine for over two years , it literally lives on my wrist , hasn’t missed a beat . Getting some nice patina now to match my face 😎
Patina with a blue dial, that would be nice to see
Your reviews have a zen ambiance: no histrionics, just good and well balanced information. Keep it up!
I have my moments of drama
I have a couple Seiko turtle including PADI in my collection. IMO, this SRPC91 has the best looking dial of all in my collection. The videos and photos you see online really dont do justice to this piece. You HAVE to see this particular model in person to appreciate the striking beauty it has to offer.
I think you need to see any watch to get a true feel for it, sometimes you're blown away and sometimes underwhelmed, the STO is a looker
Almost 6 years with my SRP777 on my wrist, love it.
3 years later and this advice still holds true. After much studying, shopping and research I settled on the SRPE93J8 (formerly the SRP777). It's fabulous.
Great to hear!
Have had mine for a month or so. Great watch wear it everyday. Chapter ring lines up and it only looses 5-6 seconds a week! Love it.
Sounds like you got a good one
Yes totally agreed !!! Got both and these are simply fantastic.
A fantastic, honest video. Thank you.
I really enjoyed this review I had a 773 version but stupidly sold it at a small profit. I have since purchased a PADI mini-turtle and a 6105-8110 and am hankering to add a re-issue again. Superb video as always! Bravo!
Thanks Nathan
Love that dial and nearly pushed the button on one last week but the chapter ring on the one I looked at was well off so reluctantly I passed.
I own a Srp23k1, gray dial and its easily one of my favorite pieces, even though i have a smaller wrist. Awesome lume and a stunning sundial effect on the dial. The OG bracelet is alright but i usually wear it on a high quality gray silicone band, making the watch in unison with the dial and a lot lighter for practical reasons.
Sounds like a good combo
Great video, I can definitely see the quality of your videos getting better and better.
I have been looking for a bracelet for my STO but not pulled the trigger on any one yet, only options I've found so far have been my Uncle Seiko and Strapcode.
The difference between the two is that the Strapcode bracelet has a solid first link whereas the uncle Seiko is moveable.
Would like to see what you eventually go for.
Thanks Liam, I've been investing the youtube funds back into the channel, glad you noticed. Solid end links would probably be a preferred option, I have looked at both suppliers, lets see what the feedback is.
Cheers for the video ,, I have a 7002 the one before the skx , still working fine cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧
I'm impressed
I put a Hexad-O Boyer (Strapcode) bracelet on my STO and man it really made the watch. I love jubilees and have them on others so I wanted something different, it looks killer.
Thanks for the email Jeff
I just purchased a STO Turtle and I am currently sporting it on an Uncle Seiko Razor Wire bracelet. It looks spectacular. I highly recommend getting one ASAP!
Be sure to share this with me on Insta
Perfekt review, been waiting for a solid watch reviewer. Thank you! Btw im picking one up today for a very good price.
Glad I could help!
Lucky enough to buy one brand new from a jewellers this year on sale (made in Japan version). Absolutely love this watch due to the dial & its asymetric colouring. I did wear it with an after market oyster type bracelet for a while, but got to admit the supplied rubber strap is the way to go - both for comfort and looks.
Thanks for sharing!
I just received this same exact type of Seiko STO as a birthday gift from my aunty three days ago. It is my first Seiko, and as a scuba dive instructor I really love it.
And you just made my day with your review video. Thank you.
We all need Aunties like that
How did so many of us miss this ???
Superb video !
Luckily I didn't
@@LastWatch 👍👍
It was your first video with this turtle that ended up with me asking Santa for one .... I love mine and I'm also surprised with the rubber strap it's very comfortable also not worn my skx013 since really but still love it
Santa was very good to you
This is the second time I’ve watched this video and it is by far the most detailed review I have seen and I have looked at a lot. I’m torn I want a sapphire crystal and there a many micro brands who do this but that dial is to die for. I am thinking of maybe a signum watch but I am undecided.
The new king variants offer upgrades but unfortunately not with this dial
Had mine for 4 years and the hardlex is fine.
Great review....thanks
Brilliant review. Was thinking of the 777 turtle but I think this is just gorgeous. I have a seiko srpg with same movement and it's a nice field watch but I want something a but chunkier. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
I have this watch. Your review did it justice.
Thanks Dude
Wow mate your reviews are pretty good! Cheers from Bengaluru India
Thank you so much 🙂
I have the srpc91 and put a orange barton silicone strap, it looks really nice. I now just want a more versatile version and looking for srp777, but new save the ocean is also on my radar as it is also really nice. Srpc91+srp777 will be a very good turtle collection.
How many turtles do you need
Uncle Seiko to your rescue.
I just ordered one from JShop...fingers crossed it is aligned. Always nervous ordering a Seiko without being there in person to see it.
Pot Luck, I hope it's a good one
@Lee It was a good one. All lined up fine.
I owned the srp777 and it was one of my favorite watches while I had it. I loved the way it wore on my wrist.
Why did you flip it?
Same question
Same question
At +2/-2, you got a good one. 👍 if Strapcode has a bracelet that fits that watch, they are very nice and not priced too high.
Its all down to wear and rest time
Hey great video!! You are one of the reasons I got into watches and as a high school student it’s fantastic to have a channel that promotes affordable quality watches! Anyways I have a question for you. I am seriously considering the Bulova Lunar Pilot but I have a 7 inch wrist and I’m afraid it will look clunky on my wrist. I don’t have a chance to wear it in person so I was wondering if you think it would be too big since you’ve had a chance with it in your hands:))
Bulova have made some great quartz pieces now, and doesn't receive the attention it deserves. I'd say pull the trigger. Just try it on and don't take any the plastic off or anything, and you can return it if it doesn't sit right on your wrist.
Thank you for the in depth review...I want one...LOL I just blew my watch money on the AliExpress sale...I am a sucker for a blue watch.
What did you get in the sale
I picked up A Heimdallr pvd\gold tuna 1000m 2 weeks before the sale. Price was amazing at the time as it's a store I've bought from a few times previously. Got it cheaper than their 11.11 sale price! I bought a Heimdallr bronze turtle on leather, Heimdallr pilot with an NH35A on leather, 2 Carnival dress watches (gifts) with an NH36 and an NH35 in them. Both have sapphire crystals. I also picked up an oddity, A Benyar automatic that Gary at ILW reviewed. Was so cheap, I had to buy it. Likely will be a gift. But, ya never know!!!
Nice review... Have an SKX007, sold my '51 blue Seiko5 Sports, awaiting arrival of my new-to-me SPRC91.
Found the SPRD51 to be disappointing in all asoects except the color. The SKX has way more spirit.
It’s an icon for good reason
The replacement of the skx diver is the seiko turtle or mini turtle (depending on the size). The replacement of the skx modder watch is the Seiko 5 sports (aka 5kx). I miss the skx173. The 6309 cost 386$ adjusted for inflation FYI.
If only
You got the rare version. This one does not have any misalignment on the bezels, chapter ring, and marker.
ocb05 a very slight misalignment, I consider myself fortunate
Great video
I have the Turtle PADI but never been completely happy with it. The design is great and it wears small because of its short lug to lug, but never really warmed to the pepsi colour way. At some point I'd like to swap it out for a turtle STO or something similar. Good video 👍🏼
There are options, I quite like the SRPC48, what are my chances
@@LastWatch if I could have any turtle, the SRPD21would be the one. 😍
Interesting. I bought the PADI version earlier this year, but sold it after wearing it for a few months. I think bracelet makes the watch feel heavy and look bigger. Now, I'm getting this STO and also the newer version with the candy cyclops. I prefer dive watches on rubber/silicone or nylon/NATO straps.
Hello again Last Watch
I don't know if you will receive this message or not following on from my recent correspondence relating to my issues regarding a Tudor Black Bay. Anyway as a watch nerd and having just watched your review of a recent Turtle I was glad to note your comments relating to the lume on the "back end" of the seconds hand on divers watches which can give the impression of a 30 second inaccuracy. I am not a diver nor ever will be in all likelihood but as no doubt you and your followers will be aware it is a requirement under ISO 6425 that a diver has lume on the second hand to indicate that the watch is still working. Meantime I would welcome a review from you on the Prospex Sumo SPB 125J1.
If you provide the Sumo then I'll happily do the review, did you get anywhere with your AD issue
@@LastWatch Hello Last Watch
Apologies for the delay in my response, but as you will no doubt appreciate other things are going on in the world at present which make watches etc a secondary issue. Having said that the issue regarding the Tudor is ongoing, albeit on pause at present for obvious reasons. Mean time I have acquired one of the limited edition (7000no!!?) Seiko SOB 125J1. Beautiful piece for the money. The finish of the case is spectacular for a watch of its cost.
Wow - my 775 is a 2-3 seconds a day and I regulate by how I leave it at night - facing up if losing time, sideways crown down if gaining time. So I never have to reset the time barring date changes or DST. So your timing needs to settle down - wear it all the time and it will be fully wound which helps with the timekeeping.
I agree, if you know your watch then you know how to let it rest at night for better accuracy
Hi 👋 it’s absolutely a beautiful watch I put mine on a nato strap perfect, I have a stainless strap I’ll use that for suit & tie days .. I got the Pepsi one ☝️
I would love to see a king turtle with this dial but with a black bezel and steel bracelet.
presterjohn71 Anything is possible with Seiko
Cool man.
Turtles all the way, everyday!
I guess you're a fan
Excellent review
question I'm having a hard time deciding between the Turtle srp777 black or save the ocean edition?
this will be my first Seiko
and was thinking about the skx007
what would be a great choice?
I’ve not had hands on with the SKX, it’s considered a tough watch and a real workhorse, It does unfortunately show its age with regards to the movement. As it is now selling at a premium, you may be better off spending your money on a turtle. I have a colleague that opted for the older watch as it was ultimately what he liked, my advice is always to buy what makes you happy
Thank you for messaging me back
yeah I'm leaning towards the srp turtle looks sharp and retro and different the case hugs and fits the wrist better . I only seen the srp 777 and srp gilt in person but not the srp sto. I love blue watches guess I have to start a turtle collection lol.
Great vid. The quality, content and knowledge of this review reminds me of Watchfinder and they are the very best. Keep it up and soon you'll have hundreds of thousands of views...
Thankyou, some of their subscribers would be great
1st i'll start with like the vids all well presented & down to earth, but i just can't get on with the turtles aesthetically plus its only recently iv'e eventually been partly considering the skx but with its dated movement & dare i say it unrefined dial ( i can feel the bruises from the pelted rotten veg already ) plus its cost hike since its discontinuation there's enough choice out there for better bang,but if i was to buy a "skx replacement" it would be the Islander as that to me is what the skx should have evolved into and is a complete example of a quality diver for a similar price of the turtle but with sapphire & plenty more .here layeth the no brainer, but we don't all like marmite do we? hehe.
Marc is doing a great job with the Islander
So just to let you guys know. The chapter ring problem is kinda fixed. The chapter ring on the latest SRP have two notches now top and bottom.
How do I no this ? My 4R36 failed on me :/ so I swapt it to the NH36 lol i know i know. warranty?
I hate dealing with warranty and I just want to take it apart to do the swap lol
Brave lad, well done
@@LastWatch thank you sir. I have to say tho. Knowing the NH36 is essentially an unbranded 4r36. I noticed that the wind is much more crisp and the oscillation weight sounds much nicer then the 4r. In all that 4r in mine was bound to fail I guess
I forgot to mention in our IG chat that my srpc91 also had scratches on the dial that although difficult to make out at a distance were evident to me every time I glanced at the time. I have had nothing but issues with every Seiko I have owned save two both made in Japan. I may not buy another Seiko unless it's sight seen. I can't justify a two out of seven hit rate in good QC, just puts me off Seiko right now.
Like the SKX, you might be tempted to MOD it
So I think SKX was discontinued due to the fact that many of us modders will use the SKX base case for NH36/ 4R36 movt. So now they are now using turtle to be different compared to most of the modders which are using an skx. case.
Its a modding favourite and so many options
I’ve got the Samurai as the masculine version 👍🏻
I like how angular the Samurai is compared to most flowy and organic divers.
That gives it, excuse the pun, an edge. I too like that.
Being into martial arts, I thought it would be cool to have a Samurai on my wrist, ended up with a ninja turtle. I may yet go for the samurai STO GWS
Didn't the skx come out 20 years after the turtle?
I did a whole history of the Seiko divers looking at the Siezenn Slim Turtle
Excellent video! The dial pattern is supposed to represent the flukes of a blue whale.
Keli I’ve not seen that anywhere but it may make sense as the STO great white has a hidden shark fin
Last Watch yes the Cousteau charities symbol is a blue 🐋 i have this watch it is very good people laugh at me because im a woman wearing a diver lol but i do not care. I do not like the bezel insert,, it is like butter, collects scratches and dents like crazy! At least i was lucky to get one that lines up. Lots of mods so i will eventually get a ceramic bezel insert. This watch was very expensive here in Norway. I wish it had sapphire crystal,, oh well. Keep up the good reviews! ✌️
Keli Thanks for the info, it’s great to get some feedback and info from a woman, 99% of my viewers are men.
Bargin!
The only skx replacement is another skx, i do love my turtle though.
I'm becoming a bit of a Seiko fan boy
What EU guide lines
With reference to what ?
This model is well over 2oo dollars. It misses the SKC replacement by a wide mark. A better choice is the Orient Mako 3 which is now know as the Kamasu. Everything the SKX was but with hand winding and sapphire for 200.
The price of the SKX continues to rise, the Kamasu and Mako are seperate watches. I would love to do an Orient review at some point.
Looking for a replacement to the SKX get an Islander from Marc at Long Island Watch...... it’s what the SKX should of been.
What about the new king turtle
Last Watch I think it’s a great watch, But way to pricey for what your getting.
NVM the unsigned crown. Still neither sapphire crystal nor a ceramic bezel. Considering that micro-brands manage to offer these features at prices far below the turtle, this is a bit ridiculous. How much more can it cost a manufacturing giant like Seiko to include these two features? Which really is a pity because sapphire alone would make this one a no-brainer for me ... such a good looking watch. Even though the cheapest one I can find over here is around €370.
1SaG I was lucky to grab mine for £260 which makes its inadequacies more bearable, could be a future MOD project for the upgrades
Orient offers more value. I really can't see myself buying this turtle while the Orient Triton is findable under €300 and is superior to the turtle in every way.....
Not even need to bring microbrands there.
Also I'm not sure the gloss which comes with ceramic would suit the style Seiko wants to give to the turtle.....I think aluminium suits it well. But yeah it's more scratchable than ceramic.
Ilestun I nearly opted for the Orient Classic a while back, now it’s doubled in price
Before the "SKX discontinue hype" and sellers cashing in on that with ridiculous over the top pricing, I could easily pick up a SKX for under AU$350 from the grey market.
So how can this Turtle be a replacement for the SKX at around AU$550 plus on the grey market?
Shop around and bide your time
The turtle is not a replacement and never was. It's just a better watch just like every other Prospex watch. The turtle had the better dials, better bracelet and limited editions. The main reason people chose the SKX over the turtle is the case design and size. Also I believe the new SKX is better than the old one. It's just dissapointing that Seiko couldn't provide more for that money.
Do you find this watch to be top heavy?
No not at all, Seiko are king when it comes to making well balanced watches
@@LastWatch That's interesting, as I've seen a few reviewers mention that because of the overall weight of the watch head, they've had to really tighten the band down in order to prevent wrist bobble. Maybe this comes down to the wrist size of the wearer. Thanks for getting back on this.
@@jayeyesacks1604 I still have this but haven’t worn it for a while, might be time to reacquaint myself
@@LastWatch I've been eyeing the many King Turtle variants for some time, as an alternative to the Willard. May have to try one out, and hope for the best with respect to fit. I have a Mini-Turtle, which I like a great deal--too bad Seiko won't give this line the "King" treatment.
@@jayeyesacks1604 You should check out their slim turtle line up
Nice-ish watch but that standard dive strap does it no favours.
I agree, its a decent strap but my goal is to get this on a bracelet
Great video, look like they turned out to be a big hit. As very few people ever use a diving watch for diving anyway, 100 metres is fine for the new 5Kx watches. . I dive myself and like 99.99% of scuba divers I use a dive computer, not a dive watch as a dive watch cannot give you all the information to keep you safe...the 0.01% who say they use it for diving probably don't dive below 30 metres if they don't use a dive computer.....or more likely don't dive at all.
So True, I think the majority don't dive but like the security of 200m WR regardless
@@LastWatch That's true, but in reality the type of activity such as swimming, snorkeling, shallow diving even to 20-30 metres or so will be just as secure with 100m resistance. It's probably why the watches were so successful, there's enough protection for most people and those who do serious diving don't use dive watches. However I can understand the nostalgia attached to having 200m printed on the face. Even if it's not necessary, it's nice to have.
The original 6105 was only a 150m diver and even the likes of Oris today are happy with that
If you want a strap, you'd be hard pressed to find anything better/ more expensive than a StrapCode jubilee/ end mill. Or if you want to swap your turtle for my PADI with bracelet, let me know! 😉😂
Will do Kit, appreciate your thoughts
Couldn't go wrong with this on an oyster bracelet.
I've seen a couple of pics with it on a jubilee and it looks very very nice!
One or the other boys ?
@@LastWatch It's a sports watch, in the traditional sense of how things are worn- my choice is the most logical ;)
Seiko, make a real SKX replacement hackable and handwindable, or make the SBDC063 with 22mm lug width - and I am a buyer!!!
linuxjekul I went to buy the 063 but the bezel action was terrible, sounded like the spring was loose so opted for the turtle
@@LastWatch, thanks for your reply. That should not be a problem. Take the watch, pop the bezel off, align both springs so that they are at equal height/angle, press the bezel back and it'll sound just ok (not rolex ok, but seiko ok).
Tur earl
my SKX crown is unsigned as well...just saying
'Love my little turtle family! Great White, Save the ocean and soon, the King turtle!
You are a turtle fiend
Too little too late for too much Seiko!
Say ko
EU guidelines?
SKX is like Old Yeller and I'm happy it was mercifully taken out behind the woodshed and finished off by Seiko. What a hunk of garbage. Maybe 30 years ago it was acceptable, but today there are about a thousand better choices for the same money, many of them from Seiko itself. Unless you want a project or are a TGV ball-licker then skip the SKX.
You're right, Seiko have much better in the ranks for the same money
@@LastWatch tbh the new seiko 5 fits the bill perfectly. The fit and finish, the plethora of aesthetic options, and the movement are vastly superior to the outdated SKX. Yes it's not 200m water resistant, but we all know the SKX was mostly a desk diver anyway. The exhibition case back will be a treat for people just getting into the watch hobby at that price point.
You have no taste. It is a great watch.
Put it on a NATO ZULU strap.
Unfortunately I'm not a fan of the Nato
Problem with the nato is it makes it substantially higher profile, which looks tacky especially on a smaller wrist.
@@Psysso ZULU, only 1 layer, 1 pass of the fabric goes through the spring bars and under the watch case.
The bezel sounds terrible! Really cheap sounding. Wtf is up with Seiko now? Some of their watches are real turds....
Choose wisely Nathan
@@LastWatch Very true mate! I want another Seiko but I'm not sure the quality's there anymore on some models. I think I'll get a Sumo...
Daniel wellington is best
Hmmm
Turtle case is fugly. Skx ftw