I got lucky enough from my local dealer here and scored the panda dial as well. I LOVE IT!!! I have a new love affair with it, and I havent been this enthused about a watch since i got my Blue Squale 1521. Great Job Seiko! Screw the haters! Every watch has it defects, but thats what makes it special! For 500$ this watch is a steal!
Very informative video. Well done with lots of macro shots and being able to see the different dial colors. After seeing this video I went to check them out. Must say the yellow colored dial was unique. Happy to say my wife picked the white dial version for me for Christmas. Only been a couple of days but so far loving it. It fits nicely on my 7.25” wrist. The bracelet is so much more comfortable than I expected. I removed 1 link. A little concerned I may be in between sizes when warmer weather comes but so far it’s better than expected. I own several much higher priced timepieces and this is right there with them in terms of comfort. I did see that Uncle Seiko has a clasp that gives you an extra micro adjustment, so good to know that’s an option. I enjoy handling my watches and setting the date and time on my automatics. That said, there’s something nice about picking up this solar powered watch and just putting it on. I have no experience with solar and no clue how long a life it will have. Hopefully a long time. Good job my friend. Happy New Year and look forward to more content in the future.
Everyone has gone crazy for the white dial - and it is nice - but I had a look at the gold dial last week and it's the one. Just transforms the watch into something warmer, more stylish. It's really more of a camel than a gold, and it gives it a much more sophisticated, chic sort of look. Takes the watch from the 60s to the 70s. Agreed on the blue dial: much nicer in real life than any of the pictures. These feel quality in the hand and I'm not surprised by all the buzz. I reckon these will be hard to come by soon enough - especially the panda everyone wants.
@@paolom7240 I disagree. Besides the color layout, everything is different. From case size and shape to the hands to numbering on the bezel to the pushers to the bracelet Just because something has three subdials doesn't make it a Daytona homage
I already ordered and waiting to arrive my gold edition…. I have never seen on person, just pictures and videos . But definitely I’ll put a Nato Strap. I think is the best to improve the look.
Didn't know it was released untill i saw it in a shop and bought one. Nothing for me to buy it after seeing it for a minute. Now waiting to get it delivered.
Merci beaucoup... good review. I do need a solar watch, and this one is in the running. It is a very Daytona-looking design. Personally, I would prefer a 2 sub-dial Panda (ditch the 24-hour sub-dial). The date window is not equally positioned between the 4 and 5 o'clock indices, which bothers me. But I do really like the overall design.
Prefer it on the bracelet. Citizen is much better at disguising solar panels. Although, in this case, I like the look of the solar panel sub dials. I think it needs more lume. Overall, I like these. But will they last forever like eco-drives and tough solars?
It’s quite nice but I’m not into it really, although I must admit I’ve done lots of hiking in Ginza myself that led to errr spelunking of a certain kind. Nevermind
Yeah for sure unless I decided to swipe all and just keep a couple of watches. Having said that I could have just that watch too, why not. Always on time.
i love anything thats japanese your opening ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT 'IF I MIGHT ADD QUIRKY. oh and i just bought the watch love it but will change to a burgundy leather strap 'from sergej samartialleather ukraine brilliant ETSY.
Was not on my radar at all until I tried it on. Stunning in person and wears great on wrist!
I got lucky enough from my local dealer here and scored the panda dial as well. I LOVE IT!!! I have a new love affair with it, and I havent been this enthused about a watch since i got my Blue Squale 1521. Great Job Seiko! Screw the haters! Every watch has it defects, but thats what makes it special! For 500$ this watch is a steal!
It is a very nice piece, I picked one up today and have to say I like it and cannot see any faults.
Couldn’t resist...I got one...it’s soooo beautiful
Got lucky to get one. Can’t stop staring at it. A great grab and go watch.
Very informative video. Well done with lots of macro shots and being able to see the different dial colors. After seeing this video I went to check them out. Must say the yellow colored dial was unique. Happy to say my wife picked the white dial version for me for Christmas. Only been a couple of days but so far loving it. It fits nicely on my 7.25” wrist. The bracelet is so much more comfortable than I expected. I removed 1 link. A little concerned I may be in between sizes when warmer weather comes but so far it’s better than expected. I own several much higher priced timepieces and this is right there with them in terms of comfort. I did see that Uncle Seiko has a clasp that gives you an extra micro adjustment, so good to know that’s an option. I enjoy handling my watches and setting the date and time on my automatics. That said, there’s something nice about picking up this solar powered watch and just putting it on. I have no experience with solar and no clue how long a life it will have. Hopefully a long time. Good job my friend. Happy New Year and look forward to more content in the future.
Best review yet in my opinion, definitely on my radar as long as it doesn't wear too small as I have a lager wrist.
Regards from England 👍🏴
Wow, looks good on straps. Power reserve on the sub dial is a surprise! I think l will go for the golden panda. Super cool!!!
I have the camel dial version and put it on a dark brown rally strap is absolutely the bomb.
That sounds like a winning combination. I like your thinking.
Everyone has gone crazy for the white dial - and it is nice - but I had a look at the gold dial last week and it's the one. Just transforms the watch into something warmer, more stylish. It's really more of a camel than a gold, and it gives it a much more sophisticated, chic sort of look. Takes the watch from the 60s to the 70s.
Agreed on the blue dial: much nicer in real life than any of the pictures.
These feel quality in the hand and I'm not surprised by all the buzz. I reckon these will be hard to come by soon enough - especially the panda everyone wants.
true is my favorite.. panda is too mutch daytona replica
@@paolom7240 no it isn’t! Have a look side by side totally different
@@paolom7240 I disagree. Besides the color layout, everything is different. From case size and shape to the hands to numbering on the bezel to the pushers to the bracelet
Just because something has three subdials doesn't make it a Daytona homage
@@youraveragepasser-by7367 ya, the gold dial is awesome
I already ordered and waiting to arrive my gold edition…. I have never seen on person, just pictures and videos . But definitely I’ll put a Nato Strap. I think is the best to improve the look.
Great video and made me smile. Looks really cool on the strap 👍🥃
I have one on order and can't wait to see it in the flesh. Very cool review.
Great review. I ordered one today so will have to watch videos for the next few days until it arrives
Didn't know it was released untill i saw it in a shop and bought one. Nothing for me to buy it after seeing it for a minute. Now waiting to get it delivered.
I bought the gold SBDL089 version. I actually like the odd date window placement. Gives it just a little character
I think one of those is a Japan/International release model reference. I forgot whether if it's SSC or SBDL is the JDM reference.
@@tdugong the SBDL is Japanese. I actually bought it straight from Japan
@@edk2221 congratulation, man. A JDM speedtimer, nice. Had it been a white panda you'll get even more jealous looks from watchgeeks. I know I am.
After trying all variants I ended up buying the panda version. It feels high quality watch for it’s price point
Just bought the Panda ❤️🥇🇦🇺☀️
Merci beaucoup... good review. I do need a solar watch, and this one is in the running. It is a very Daytona-looking design. Personally, I would prefer a 2 sub-dial Panda (ditch the 24-hour sub-dial). The date window is not equally positioned between the 4 and 5 o'clock indices, which bothers me. But I do really like the overall design.
What is the brand of that grey colored strap at 4:36?
You are right first time seeing those it reminded me of thr chronomaster.
Prefer it on the bracelet. Citizen is much better at disguising solar panels. Although, in this case, I like the look of the solar panel sub dials. I think it needs more lume. Overall, I like these. But will they last forever like eco-drives and tough solars?
I received a call from the retail store, i will go to buy tomorrow
Does the spb143 bracelet fit on the ssc813 case?
Thank you for this detailled video!
Great video and commentary. I subscribed
A bit of a random question, which watch would you pick if you could only choose one, maurice lacroix aikon or this seiko prospex solar chronograph?
Now I think I’d get the Seiko but I’ve had the experience of both and I guess sometimes you just need to experience and move on
how much discount did you get at Citychain? i was offered 20% off at Seiko boutique but did not buy...
where did you find it for 500 USD?
Looks nice on that strap! Does the watch feel thick?
Not at all. Feels solid and compact.
Not the Ginza Alpinist?
It’s quite nice but I’m not into it really, although I must admit I’ve done lots of hiking in Ginza myself that led to errr spelunking of a certain kind. Nevermind
Straight into meat and potato! Sweet 🐼
The 24 h subdial is useless, Why the chronograph subdial is the smallest?, that is nonsense.
The 24h subdial is historically accurate to a lot of their previous watches, but you are right, size of the chrono one? Get the fuc outta here lol
Your wrist size sir??
Try The Pagani Paul Newman Daytona mecgaquartz with White dial or their Daytona Homage For 50:00
Is it small watch?
Yes it is
Where did you purchase it for $500? Link?
Just down the road to be honest, at my local Seiko shop
Where did u buy it for $500. If u don't mind me asking . Very nice choice
At the shop next door :-) I work right above a Seiko shop
Dec 2021 - these are going for over $800 usd if you can get one...
Uptick uptick uptick uptick watch leeebyuu
Will you keep it @uptick? 😅
Yeah for sure unless I decided to swipe all and just keep a couple of watches. Having said that I could have just that watch too, why not. Always on time.
I hope my 6.2 inch wrist can fit this watch
Panda Phirsto!
c est quoi cet accent???????
Bracelet looks cheap
Black Sub dial small ,hard to read , design not much ,h cut end lug not impressed ,looks cheap overall.
I thought it’s an automatic. Disappointed
Hahaha, I don’t think Seiko will give you. $600 🐼 auto ? Kinda wishful thinking
Who cares tho. Can last 6 months without sunlight. I prefer accuracy for chronos anyway
We’ve been waiting for a cool quartz/solar chrono with classic styling forever now. There are enough automatic options out there.
There is an automatic but it costs over 3k USD.
weird intro but okay
i love anything thats japanese your opening ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT 'IF I MIGHT ADD QUIRKY. oh and i just bought the watch love it but will change to a burgundy leather strap 'from sergej samartialleather ukraine brilliant ETSY.