They are just over 4k in the UK. I just got a mint 6month old one , still under warranty for just over half that. They are beautifully made, much better than a mast produced bb58 or omega seamaster. And with only 1700 ever made they will be a lot rarer in the future .
I own this watch. I kinda enjoy that people think it's crazy to buy one of these haha. Wears like a dream and that whitish tone of the ever brilliant steel really brings out the brushing. I don't mind that it doesn't come with a bracelet. I think these models belong on strap. Not sure the feasibility of making a bracelet out of the ever brilliant steel either. Would probably bring the price up even more. Great video!
I just find the whole song and dance you have to do with bracelets such a hassle. Is it sized right, is it comfortable, should I replace it with another bracelet etc. I'm a strap guy 100%
I have three sla043 and one sla017... Been using it. Takes the wrist time of my tudor and submariners... Thinking of flipping those as i prefer 62mas.... Its a dream to wear. I calms my soul... Hihi
I own one of these beautiful sla models . The 043 only fault is the fact that the movement is not regulated. That's it. The blue seconds hand is hardly noticeable as the deep blue dial is just mesmerising. It's also a slim watch as the domed sapphire is about 2mm thick. The 19mm lugs is no problem as all of my 20mm straps fit fine. Obviously a bracelet is a no no , but this watch was born to sit on a strap. I've been collecting watches over 40 years and this watch is as close to perfect as any watch I've seen. I got mine for 2.4k GBP, used, and for that money it's a steal. It's just as well made as a omega or rolex , it's that good. When they first came out with the sla017, I thought seiko were charging stupid money , but looking back now, I realise these sla models are easily comparable to their Swiss rivals. Omega and rolex feel more like a real luxury experience as their boxes etc are nicer. But the build quality on these seikos are just amazing , and you won't regret getting one . If you can't afford a sla , but love the 62mas , then get a 051 or 143. The 051 is an amazing watch and can be picked up for around £500 now used. If you have a large wrist , it's a beautiful watch that will stand the test of time. I love mine , it's a future classic !!!!
I had mine regulated by Seiko and it is pretty close to perfect, +/- 1 or 2 per day. I never have to adjust it. Shows its extraordinary capability as a movement.
Agree with your analysis of who buys this watch. Seems pretty spot-on and indicative of many reasons to appreciate and admire about this 1965-era divers.
Hmmmm Mechanical Automatic Self dater…..MAS I own a Seiko SLA (8L35) model. THAT was expensive as well. But that watch became my daily wearer immediately! All my other Swiss, German, and Japanese watches live their life on the winder now…. I cannot explain how perfect these upper end Seiko’s are…but they are amazing. This watch looks really amazing. I’m not sure if its $4500 worth of watch. But I do know just how good Seiko’s can be. ❤ For the record…Service on a Seamaster is $750. But only 7-10 years for average wear. If you dive a lot, you’ll need a lot more frequently.
I bought this watch from a dealer in Maryland. Got a little discount. Great service from them. This is an unique one from from Seiko. It is basically a grand Seiko with a Seiko name on it. It is a stunning diver. It is a watch you have to touch, wear to appreciate. It has soal. Peter Kosta has a good review on this one also. It is a combo of beauty, and the beast. I am a farmer. I wear this to work some days in my rotation of watches. Not a mark on it. Very tough watch.
I have this watch and love it. The deep blue dial, box crystal, brushed case, and seconds hand are what caught my eye. Although Seiko’s advertised accuracy was nothing special, I’m consistently getting +3.5 or better per day (approx, when using the low tech Watch Tracker app). I also purchased it from a gray dealer at a nice price point, so the $4,000+ cost was a non-issue. My only ding are the straps. They are too long for my tastes, but I understand that’s part of the design aesthetic of traditional Seiko divers. I swapped it out for tropic and Marine Nationale style straps; The drilled lugs make for convenient changes. No regrets - it ticked the price, design (colors, baton indices, lume) and size requirements.
3 years is crazy - I have a 30 year old Seiko that has not had a service and still keeps great time (though if it was worth the same as this watch I would get it serviced). This is a beautiful watch but I would get a GS first.
SO beautiful. Maybe the top of the Sub lug is satin finished vs the brush finished on the 62MAS. Brush finish will reflects light more than the satin finish (or more texture).
Between 017 and 043, I prefer the dial color of this 043 and the brushed steel on the case including the side. The blue seconds hand needs some getting used to but it pops! The ever brilliant steel and the blue waffle strap option made this a standout.
Intelligent review. Beautiful watch. Everbrilliant steel is definitely brighter than 904, I'd guess harder too. Re price, expensive, sure. But not bad value: its a better watch in every way than a Tudor, but not a Rolex. It's very near to Omega and priced accordingly. A very reliable workhorse, lifetime movement (last gen Rolex level, but unregulated), absolutely first class case (GO level) and very good dial (above Tudor/Longines, but below Omega, Rolex). An unpretentious, soulful, first class watch. And the best bit, NO PROSPEX LOGO!!
BTW, the 3 year service recommendation is related to using it as a diver and being sure that is remains water resistant. That’s the context, not that the movement would need it.
Totally agree, like old say that states a guy and his brother own a submariner you won’t see that with this seiko mainly it will be you wearing it absolute beauty.
What you said. The 143 or white version of the 1963 is the much better value. Can't see the coin for the '62 but if you are a Seiko collector, maybe the '62 is a must have. I like both watches. The '62 is a special watch.
Beautiful watch, I considering a Tudor Pelagos as my first (and last) luxury watch, I don't found this one to be on that level on recognition and it could loose value faster than other watches in that price point. With all of its beauty, I agree, this one is mostly for real hardcore Seiko's fans and/or wealthy collectors.
I own bb41 a fine watch but even a marinemaster is better built that it let alone those 55 anniversary sla037,39 and 43 they way better than Rolex let alone a Tudor or omega, just hold one in your hand and you will see
So do I. Not because of anti Rolex bias, but because I just like the mid-60s aesthetic. I like the case shape, the way they've done the dial, pretty much everything about it. I just wish that Seiko would make this a regular release. And they might. They did a super limited edition Willard and then came out with the regular edition. I hope they do that with this.
Yes it’s more, but Rolex recommended service interval is 10 years so basically the Rolex will be cheaper to maintain.. A 3 years service interval is a joke for a brand new watch especially considering how oils have improved.
Uncle Seiko has options at 19mm. Also I suspect that this is going to be another case of where they sell the limited edition with the 8L35 movement at $4,500 and then next year come out with a version that's probably going to be $1,350... Just like the Willard.
$397 for service on this $4500 watch is actually affordable. When I collected Rolex 10 years ago, a Sub cost about $6000 and the standard service from Rolex was around $850. Regardless, service every 3 years IS excessive.
Nobody is sending these in for service every three years. I feel like that recommendation is a relic of the Historic Japanese market centric end of the business that operates on a different set of assumptions and standards to the more globally minded Swiss. Seiko and GS are slowly adopting more western oriented product development and service models. But they still appear to pull some head scratchers that don’t that don’t seem that odd if you understand a bit about the expectations in the home market. Seiko would probably be very surprised to see these show up for service at 36 months.
Looks cool, but price should be 3000 and not limited edition. Just like the Marine Master, this should be permanent one in the collection. I thought about buying this one from Topper a few times, its exceptional, just, the price isn't right on it.
Sorry to say but this kind of watch should not be more then 1000 dollars. We are so hyped when seiko finally does something the way they suppose to do all their watches.
I think people deem seiko to be the seiko 5 and mall watches they see at macys, little they know seiko covers all price points and I used go abhor their watches for that reason until I tried the turtle padi Pepsi and I got hooked ever since and for me nothing beats seiko for the price point if it is 4500 then it is equivalent to a Swiss that is at least a.5 times the price. One word of advice you need to try to snatch one from preowened excellent market shaving 25%off at least from msrp then you got a winner watch but quality wise it’s hard go go against seiko watches.
This watch is amazingly beautiful, but I think they need to lower the price as some pieces are going for Grand Seiko prices! With that awful accuracy they need to lower the price or get a better movement in their like a spring drive or a hi beat from grand seiko. One of the best looking divers!
I own a grand seiko diver and Sla039 and Sla039 is way better made except the movement is hi beat but not spring drive other than that it’s better than grand seiko divers because grand seikos mainly do well as dress and casual while high end seiko divers are more suited for diving and better made, at least that’s what I noticed.
7:07 does the bezel line up on this guy or u fix it between clicks? Just curious for 4500$ if Seiko still have this problems. Otherwise this for me personally is one if not the best Seikos ever made.
So an SPB143 with a signed crowd, more irregular lug width, less power reserve, and no bracelet. Oh and it’s blue. $4.5k. I’m missing something 😂. But it is beautiful!
Yes you're missing something :) and have surely never handled one in the flesh. These models punch way above their weight and are easily comparable to Swiss watches costing much more, it just has nothing to do with an SPB143 ;)
62MAS is a design masterpiece, unfortunately the Seiko management did not realized this. They should have kept the name and contiune with revisions like what Apple is doing with its phones.
Apart from the case, it doesn't look at all like 4500. Pip and indices barely look Prospex. Design wise the 63 looks like it has a lot more thought put into it.
I guess your explanation for who would buy this watch makes sense, but most of the luxury watch guys I've known consider Seiko to be junk. I know, I've been told that about Seikos I've worn. But why would someone like me buy this? A Hamilton Scuba is $1000, a Doxa Sub 300 is $2500. Both Swiss made. If I'm going to dip my toes into luxury watches I think it would make sense to stick with a Swiss brand. Or am I wrong?
A doxa or Hamilton don’t compare to high end seikos, I used to be like this until last year now I sold half of my watches and I own proudly 5 seikos, between basic to grand seiko and high end seiko divers trust me quality is unrivaled for the price, omega and Tudor don’t hold a candle to those models which are hand assembled and they retain value if kept for down the road please don’t judge seiko by the mall watches they sell go try one in your hand and see how beautiful they are.
These are a good deal used. That’s what I’m going to buy. For full price new, I’d be buying a BB58, Pelagos, or get into a seamaster. People don’t dive in these things, let alone even wear them half of the time. Why buy new?
Beatiful watch but 4k for a seiko No Way I can get a Tudor BB58 or Pelagos for that kind of money. So Ill take an SPB143 or 147 and can still get a Tudor BB58 for 4k.
Because the quality of these is astonishing, definitely a step above Tudor and easily on par with Omega - which are much more expensive. And finally, the beauty and coolness of this high-end Seiko are in my eyes way above both these two Swiss brands!
Well, I own this, and also a Tudor Black Bay 58 and an Omega Planet Ocean. This Seiko is an exceptional watch and might be my favourite among the three.
Clearly this watch is not for you. It’s another level of watchmaking which I won’t waste my time to explain to you. However, there is other lines you should consider as your reasoning- you clearly have no idea what you are trying to justify here - please take a look at the SNK line, the 5KX or their sister brand orient. These lines would serve someone like you- a person with a lobster apetite but a 2 minute noodle budget. You may have considered this watch but it most certainly has not considered you! Your comment is a typical one from people of the sub continent- lowballing dreamer. Thanks
Too expensive for a watch with non chronometer movement. I bought one a returned after put it on timegraph with +8 Spd accuracy. Tudor black bay divers come as 2 spd all positions
The only thing wrong with the watch's price is the name on the dial. And don't tell me bracelet, talk to the guys paying 10-12k for a Fifty Fathoms with no bracelet. Is it good value for money? Is any watch? I don't know, what's it worth to you?
I agree with you. As an owner of this watch, I couldn't care less that it didn't come with a bracelet. To capture the true '60s vibe, this thing kills on waffle strap. May not be worth it to most people, but the price tag on this piece is definitely worth it to me. An absolute keeper in my collection
Bingo. Seiko can do everything that the Swiss companies do. They can charge whatever they want for the watch. A person wanting it enough will pay it. There's too much of this "Seiko sucks, can't line up a bezel, cheap mall brand trying to move upmarket, no way that's worth $4,500..." As if all Seiko ever made was $150 SKXs. They literally make everything, in every pricing tier, and this is one of their heritage pieces. Sure they slapped a premium on there, but they're entitled to it. The people that want this for the limited edition and the higher end movement will buy it. The people who want to wait for the $1,300 version that's most likely coming in a year or two will wait.
It's a nice watch, but that's a lot to pay for a Seiko name watch. For the guy (or girl?) who has every other Seiko watch ever made and can't sleep without completing the collection?
$4500...I don't F*****G think so. Look at what else the market has for this price...you can get 2 watches that are twice the watch this is for that money.
I respect your opinion, but which two watches? Special steel and exquisite brushing are only a couple things that makes this watch great imo. I guarantee you people wouldn't have a problem with this watch if it had a different name on the dial. It is certainly a favorite in my collection and compares favorably with my other higher end pieces.
Kudos for those who bought this. I wouldn’t. 3 issues: 1, too thick. 2, almost straight lugs (coupled with the thickness make this wear top heavy on wrist and flops around too much). 3, no bracelet, the rubber is not going to balance the weight therefore makes the top heavy problem even worse.
Seiko could have made a better box rather than providing a paperbox. I got a used one at almost half the retail price of a new piece. Looks good in real life, but i personally think it is overpriced. No metal bracelet and lastly, a Seiko will always just be a Seiko nothing more. No luxurious feel or status even though they are priced at Tudor/Omega price point.
This Seiko looks so much more refined than the sub.
They are just over 4k in the UK. I just got a mint 6month old one , still under warranty for just over half that. They are beautifully made, much better than a mast produced bb58 or omega seamaster. And with only 1700 ever made they will be a lot rarer in the future .
I own this watch. I kinda enjoy that people think it's crazy to buy one of these haha. Wears like a dream and that whitish tone of the ever brilliant steel really brings out the brushing. I don't mind that it doesn't come with a bracelet. I think these models belong on strap. Not sure the feasibility of making a bracelet out of the ever brilliant steel either. Would probably bring the price up even more. Great video!
100%. This watch looks best on a strap!
The price was high but damn does it look good. Wish they were still available
It's a great watch, you can try and source out a SLA017 bracelet, I own this one, the SLA017 and the 037.
The domed glass and ceramic bezel is what does it for me
I just find the whole song and dance you have to do with bracelets such a hassle. Is it sized right, is it comfortable, should I replace it with another bracelet etc. I'm a strap guy 100%
Talk about stealth wealth, a $4k Seiko with just date complication. More power to whoever picks one of these bad boys up.
In this price range you can get either a Tudor Black Bay, Oris Aqua Date, Tudor Pelagos and maybe even a Seamaster.
I have three sla043 and one sla017... Been using it. Takes the wrist time of my tudor and submariners... Thinking of flipping those as i prefer 62mas.... Its a dream to wear. I calms my soul... Hihi
@@jimmason8502 True, but none of the mentioned watches can nearly touch this Seiko for style, craftsmanship and coolness!
@@jimmason8502Yep all those pieces are ubiquitous and boring
I own one of these beautiful sla models . The 043 only fault is the fact that the movement is not regulated. That's it. The blue seconds hand is hardly noticeable as the deep blue dial is just mesmerising. It's also a slim watch as the domed sapphire is about 2mm thick. The 19mm lugs is no problem as all of my 20mm straps fit fine. Obviously a bracelet is a no no , but this watch was born to sit on a strap. I've been collecting watches over 40 years and this watch is as close to perfect as any watch I've seen. I got mine for 2.4k GBP, used, and for that money it's a steal. It's just as well made as a omega or rolex , it's that good. When they first came out with the sla017, I thought seiko were charging stupid money , but looking back now, I realise these sla models are easily comparable to their Swiss rivals. Omega and rolex feel more like a real luxury experience as their boxes etc are nicer. But the build quality on these seikos are just amazing , and you won't regret getting one . If you can't afford a sla , but love the 62mas , then get a 051 or 143. The 051 is an amazing watch and can be picked up for around £500 now used. If you have a large wrist , it's a beautiful watch that will stand the test of time. I love mine , it's a future classic !!!!
I had mine regulated by Seiko and it is pretty close to perfect, +/- 1 or 2 per day. I never have to adjust it. Shows its extraordinary capability as a movement.
The case finish is amazing. I saw another of the special edition SLA models at a AD. Just a stunning watch.
Great watch from a fantastic AD. Thanks for the review Rob!
I have this model and so far I have no complaints whatsoever. Love everything about this watch.
Great review. Finally, a Seiko L E that appears to be worth the asking price. I doubt I will ever own one of these, but it’s a beauty!
Beautiful Time Piece one of my favorite in my collection
I appreciate video quality!
Absolutely beautiful watch.
Agree with your analysis of who buys this watch. Seems pretty spot-on and indicative of many reasons to appreciate and admire about this 1965-era divers.
Have had the SLA037 for a year on the wrist non-stop and there’s no going back.
The SLA37 is a beautiful watch, well done
I have the sla039 it does lap dance all day around the overrated artificially scarce submariner
I have that same watch . I kept thinking about how much I really like my SLA037 with hi-beat movement. Smoothest second hand around !!!
Most beautiful watches and even for my7 inch wrist still looks good quality of double the price for sure and a classic.
Love my 037, gets more wrist time than my Rolexes
Hmmmm Mechanical Automatic Self dater…..MAS
I own a Seiko SLA (8L35) model. THAT was expensive as well. But that watch became my daily wearer immediately! All my other Swiss, German, and Japanese watches live their life on the winder now…. I cannot explain how perfect these upper end Seiko’s are…but they are amazing. This watch looks really amazing. I’m not sure if its $4500 worth of watch. But I do know just how good Seiko’s can be. ❤
For the record…Service on a Seamaster is $750. But only 7-10 years for average wear. If you dive a lot, you’ll need a lot more frequently.
I bought this watch from a dealer in Maryland. Got a little discount. Great service from them. This is an unique one from from Seiko. It is basically a grand Seiko with a Seiko name on it. It is a stunning diver. It is a watch you have to touch, wear to appreciate. It has soal. Peter Kosta has a good review on this one also.
It is a combo of beauty, and the beast. I am a farmer. I wear this to work some days in my rotation of watches. Not a mark on it. Very tough watch.
Lovely dial no prospects on the dial nice and clean. Great video
For that price it needs to come with a bracelet and the straps.
That's a great great watch fantastic amazing Seiko beautiful watch Long time watcher first time commenter thanks for the channel.
I have this watch and love it. The deep blue dial, box crystal, brushed case, and seconds hand are what caught my eye. Although Seiko’s advertised accuracy was nothing special, I’m consistently getting +3.5 or better per day (approx, when using the low tech Watch Tracker app). I also purchased it from a gray dealer at a nice price point, so the $4,000+ cost was a non-issue. My only ding are the straps. They are too long for my tastes, but I understand that’s part of the design aesthetic of traditional Seiko divers. I swapped it out for tropic and Marine Nationale style straps; The drilled lugs make for convenient changes. No regrets - it ticked the price, design (colors, baton indices, lume) and size requirements.
How much did u payd if i may ask so?
Good lord. I handled one in person and it’s just amazing. If it was $2500 I’d buy it in a heartbeat
Thinking the exact same thing, lemme just settle for a spb205
gorgeous watch, I want one!
3 years is crazy - I have a 30 year old Seiko that has not had a service and still keeps great time (though if it was worth the same as this watch I would get it serviced). This is a beautiful watch but I would get a GS first.
Awesome upgrade to fight among BB54/58 or Seamasters. I would love to see a proper Grand Seiko version of that design which is my favorite from Seiko
Amazing stuff!! Wow 💥🔥
SO beautiful. Maybe the top of the Sub lug is satin finished vs the brush finished on the 62MAS. Brush finish will reflects light more than the satin finish (or more texture).
Between 017 and 043, I prefer the dial color of this 043 and the brushed steel on the case including the side. The blue seconds hand needs some getting used to but it pops! The ever brilliant steel and the blue waffle strap option made this a standout.
Are they all 55th anniversary ?
Intelligent review. Beautiful watch. Everbrilliant steel is definitely brighter than 904, I'd guess harder too. Re price, expensive, sure. But not bad value: its a better watch in every way than a Tudor, but not a Rolex. It's very near to Omega and priced accordingly. A very reliable workhorse, lifetime movement (last gen Rolex level, but unregulated), absolutely first class case (GO level) and very good dial (above Tudor/Longines, but below Omega, Rolex). An unpretentious, soulful, first class watch. And the best bit, NO PROSPEX LOGO!!
BTW, the 3 year service recommendation is related to using it as a diver and being sure that is remains water resistant. That’s the context, not that the movement would need it.
Hurray for the 8L35!!!! And it Looks at least as good as my SLA017.
I love it. Such a pure watch with an accurate movement. Make a 42mm version with the 8L35 and sell for $2,500 and I'm a buyer.
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I bet the Nato straps from the 1965/1970 Re-Interps would also look awesome on this....
Looking forward to your SBBN049 review! +_+
Me too
Cool watch
If Seiko reissued a Pogue, I do not want to imagine the price tag.
No kidding, I would guess $6k
I sold my submariner and bought one of these.
Totally agree, like old say that states a guy and his brother own a submariner you won’t see that with this seiko mainly it will be you wearing it absolute beauty.
really nice strap and watch. They don't need servicing every 3 years, it is more like 10 year.
What you said. The 143 or white version of the 1963 is the much better value. Can't see the coin for the '62 but if you are a Seiko collector, maybe the '62 is a must have. I like both watches. The '62 is a special watch.
I picked one up last month that Seiko sent to my local AD out of the blue, It felt more digestible that I got it for $3150.
SPB149 owner here. Came with strap and bracelet and about the same looks.
great video
Beautiful watch, I considering a Tudor Pelagos as my first (and last) luxury watch, I don't found this one to be on that level on recognition and it could loose value faster than other watches in that price point. With all of its beauty, I agree, this one is mostly for real hardcore Seiko's fans and/or wealthy collectors.
Seiko 62 Mas not on that level of recognition? It’s an icon.
I own bb41 a fine watch but even a marinemaster is better built that it let alone those 55 anniversary sla037,39 and 43 they way better than Rolex let alone a Tudor or omega, just hold one in your hand and you will see
@@entroheat why didn't they make this a Grand Seiko to justify the price? It just lacks the badge and perhaps a bracelet option. Certainly looks nice.
@@almac9203 because if you know history this is a r edition and seiko divers are in general better than grand seiko divers and I own both that’s why
Prefer this to the Sub imho
So do I. Not because of anti Rolex bias, but because I just like the mid-60s aesthetic. I like the case shape, the way they've done the dial, pretty much everything about it. I just wish that Seiko would make this a regular release. And they might. They did a super limited edition Willard and then came out with the regular edition. I hope they do that with this.
That Seiko kills the rolex sub looks wise, sorry to say. Also, how much is it to service a rolex movement? I would assume it's much more than $396.
Yes it’s more, but Rolex recommended service interval is 10 years so basically the Rolex will be cheaper to maintain.. A 3 years service interval is a joke for a brand new watch especially considering how oils have improved.
Looks are subjective, and I’ve been wearing my sub for over ten years without being serviced and runs perfectly.
The 19mm strap width kills it for me... sad because its a good looking watch, oh yeah $4500 is also a tough hill to climb
If you have that much money to spend on a watch you will have money to buy couple of straps of 19mm for the watch.
Uncle Seiko has options at 19mm. Also I suspect that this is going to be another case of where they sell the limited edition with the 8L35 movement at $4,500 and then next year come out with a version that's probably going to be $1,350... Just like the Willard.
Just get a file and have a go at the inner lugs 😂. Soon be 20mm
How much!
Having a laugh !
I guess they enjoy drugs, A LOT.
Lovely watch but gee for that money there's a lot of competition out there.
4,500 range Omega seamaster 300 over this any day
Take an SBDC053 and put it on an Uncle Seiko waffle strap. Budget option.
Rob why not the Snp777 for that vintage feel?
$397 for service on this $4500 watch is actually affordable. When I collected Rolex 10 years ago, a Sub cost about $6000 and the standard service from Rolex was around $850. Regardless, service every 3 years IS excessive.
Nobody is sending these in for service every three years. I feel like that recommendation is a relic of the Historic Japanese market centric end of the business that operates on a different set of assumptions and standards to the more globally minded Swiss. Seiko and GS are slowly adopting more western oriented product development and service models. But they still appear to pull some head scratchers that don’t that don’t seem that odd if you understand a bit about the expectations in the home market. Seiko would probably be very surprised to see these show up for service at 36 months.
Looks cool, but price should be 3000 and not limited edition. Just like the Marine Master, this should be permanent one in the collection. I thought about buying this one from Topper a few times, its exceptional, just, the price isn't right on it.
Can you do SLA043 vs SJE093, will be very much appreciated
Sorry to say but this kind of watch should not be more then 1000 dollars. We are so hyped when seiko finally does something the way they suppose to do all their watches.
1000 dollars for these hhh man 👨
I think people deem seiko to be the seiko 5 and mall watches they see at macys, little they know seiko covers all price points and I used go abhor their watches for that reason until I tried the turtle padi Pepsi and I got hooked ever since and for me nothing beats seiko for the price point if it is 4500 then it is equivalent to a Swiss that is at least a.5 times the price. One word of advice you need to try to snatch one from preowened excellent market shaving 25%off at least from msrp then you got a winner watch but quality wise it’s hard go go against seiko watches.
why do you think that you are the only enlightened one?
@@davidcrandall4958 there are actually two of us…
How much? Seiko is high.
This watch is amazingly beautiful, but I think they need to lower the price as some pieces are going for Grand Seiko prices! With that awful accuracy they need to lower the price or get a better movement in their like a spring drive or a hi beat from grand seiko. One of the best looking divers!
Beautiful watch but it definitely needs to come on a bracelet with extra straps
I had a 1974 model diver by seiko
Liked it much better price 75$....
I’m scouring UA-cam to see what chapter ring these have. I don’t know why reviewers don’t show and give details on it :(. Polished steel?
I don’t think it has one. With that domed crystal, It could had been redundant due to the optical effect of the crystal.
Least we have an idea now how much it's going to cost to get a signed crown on a Seiko diver - around $4500 .... 🤔
SPB143 have the signed crown with "S", and it is 4 times cheaper.
@milaweitz the SPB range do not have signed crowns
@@chi1057 ahh sorry, you are correct. I have signed crown on other watch Seiko Presage SPB167J1
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Sharp Edged Series
Stealth wealth, undecided if it's the good type though.
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The light blue second hand is a big turn off. Otherwise a very good looking watch
You'd go for this over a Grand Seiko diver? You're right, Rob, it is just you.
I own a grand seiko diver and Sla039 and Sla039 is way better made except the movement is hi beat but not spring drive other than that it’s better than grand seiko divers because grand seikos mainly do well as dress and casual while high end seiko divers are more suited for diving and better made, at least that’s what I noticed.
7:07 does the bezel line up on this guy or u fix it between clicks? Just curious for 4500$ if Seiko still have this problems. Otherwise this for me personally is one if not the best Seikos ever made.
I was wondering the same thing! I would definitely hope it does line up perfectly
I have an SLA017 and it is in between clicks.
Indeed the resale price will be a joke agreed Rob 😃😎
Ah the flipper tax. Hits hard on most watches
@@RandomRobReviews well not with Rolex 😎👌
@@RandomRobReviews would you say jubilee oder oyster braclet Rob ?
Those HAD BETTER BE applied indices for north of $4K. Also why would anyone spend $150 to service a 4R36 when a new one is 1/3 that price?
It's a beautiful watch but for $4500 I'm getting Omega or Tudor.
Looks nice but 4500 it better have GS logo on it.
Man, $4k is a tough pill to swallow here. Make this $2500 or so and now we're talking.
I wish that copmare with Sla037 because nobody does that cheers.
Nice watch. As with typical Seiko quality control, the bezel is out of alignment.
I don't get why they can't sort the alignment out. Surely can't be that difficult.
A yellow 2nd hand would have been awesome in my opinion.
I can buy a 1988 62mas for $200 aud is it worth it
So an SPB143 with a signed crowd, more irregular lug width, less power reserve, and no bracelet. Oh and it’s blue.
$4.5k. I’m missing something 😂. But it is beautiful!
Yes you're missing something :) and have surely never handled one in the flesh. These models punch way above their weight and are easily comparable to Swiss watches costing much more, it just has nothing to do with an SPB143 ;)
$4500 I'm thinking Omega Planet Ocean 🤔 for me anyway. Did the bezel even line up?
Can you get a mint condition Omega PO for $4.5k? Seems a bit cheap.
@@almac9203 I know I didn't mention it but I was talking used. I've seen them for $4000‐$6600.
62MAS is a design masterpiece, unfortunately the Seiko management did not realized this. They should have kept the name and contiune with revisions like what Apple is doing with its phones.
The original 62mas sure wasn't 4500$
A restored vintage one could be though
That movement should be much more accurate out of the box - for that kind of money it has to compete with more accurate movements.
Apart from the case, it doesn't look at all like 4500. Pip and indices barely look Prospex. Design wise the 63 looks like it has a lot more thought put into it.
😂 sure the 63 does Hahaahahaha. You say that because you can’t afford this model
ITs super nice , but for $4k Seiko isn't giving you a Grand Seiko watch. It's just a touch above their autos in dept stores imo....
I really like this watch but for the money would obviously go elsewhere
This or the 2021 breitling superocean chronometer 42mm?
Breitling all day
@@RandomRobReviews 🙏
I guess your explanation for who would buy this watch makes sense, but most of the luxury watch guys I've known consider Seiko to be junk. I know, I've been told that about Seikos I've worn. But why would someone like me buy this? A Hamilton Scuba is $1000, a Doxa Sub 300 is $2500. Both Swiss made. If I'm going to dip my toes into luxury watches I think it would make sense to stick with a Swiss brand. Or am I wrong?
You are not wrong. I do know few guys that buy Seiko like this. They also have higher luxury too. So it just comes down to what you like mostly.
A doxa or Hamilton don’t compare to high end seikos, I used to be like this until last year now I sold half of my watches and I own proudly 5 seikos, between basic to grand seiko and high end seiko divers trust me quality is unrivaled for the price, omega and Tudor don’t hold a candle to those models which are hand assembled and they retain value if kept for down the road please don’t judge seiko by the mall watches they sell go try one in your hand and see how beautiful they are.
Only seiko One watch collection type piece ...
great watch,...not worth the money. Huge Seiko fan but a Tudor BB58 or Grand Seiko used is a better deal
These are a good deal used. That’s what I’m going to buy. For full price new, I’d be buying a BB58, Pelagos, or get into a seamaster. People don’t dive in these things, let alone even wear them half of the time. Why buy new?
Beatiful watch but 4k for a seiko No Way I can get a Tudor BB58 or Pelagos for that kind of money. So Ill take an SPB143 or 147 and can still get a Tudor BB58 for 4k.
These look nice, but I don't know why anyone would spend $4.5K on the limited edition blue when you could buy a Tudor or Omega for that price.
Because the quality of these is astonishing, definitely a step above Tudor and easily on par with Omega - which are much more expensive. And finally, the beauty and coolness of this high-end Seiko are in my eyes way above both these two Swiss brands!
Well, I own this, and also a Tudor Black Bay 58 and an Omega Planet Ocean. This Seiko is an exceptional watch and might be my favourite among the three.
To expensive. For that price I'd expect spring drive movement and bracelet. That's almost Swiss price.
it's too expensive ,4k $ . I would buy 63mas for 1200 $ and with 4500 $ I can buy one omega 38mm. do you agree with me ?
Clearly this watch is not for you. It’s another level of watchmaking which I won’t waste my time to explain to you. However, there is other lines you should consider as your reasoning- you clearly have no idea what you are trying to justify here - please take a look at the SNK line, the 5KX or their sister brand orient. These lines would serve someone like you- a person with a lobster apetite but a 2 minute noodle budget.
You may have considered this watch but it most certainly has not considered you! Your comment is a typical one from people of the sub continent- lowballing dreamer.
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@@ricopuckett8418 today i like seiko SLA037 ,
@@karansabz you can like it all you want, but it doesn’t like you!
Too expensive for a watch with non chronometer movement. I bought one a returned after put it on timegraph with +8 Spd accuracy. Tudor black bay divers come as 2 spd all positions
good video at 1.75x playback. 😂
Thanks for watching, even at fast forward haha
The only thing wrong with the watch's price is the name on the dial. And don't tell me bracelet, talk to the guys paying 10-12k for a Fifty Fathoms with no bracelet. Is it good value for money? Is any watch? I don't know, what's it worth to you?
I agree with you. As an owner of this watch, I couldn't care less that it didn't come with a bracelet. To capture the true '60s vibe, this thing kills on waffle strap. May not be worth it to most people, but the price tag on this piece is definitely worth it to me. An absolute keeper in my collection
Bingo. Seiko can do everything that the Swiss companies do. They can charge whatever they want for the watch. A person wanting it enough will pay it. There's too much of this "Seiko sucks, can't line up a bezel, cheap mall brand trying to move upmarket, no way that's worth $4,500..." As if all Seiko ever made was $150 SKXs. They literally make everything, in every pricing tier, and this is one of their heritage pieces. Sure they slapped a premium on there, but they're entitled to it. The people that want this for the limited edition and the higher end movement will buy it. The people who want to wait for the $1,300 version that's most likely coming in a year or two will wait.
@JJ Buckmaster That is true. I might try and find a used one and let someone else take the depreciation hit.
It's a nice watch, but that's a lot to pay for a Seiko name watch. For the guy (or girl?) who has every other Seiko watch ever made and can't sleep without completing the collection?
That's an awfully pretty watch for an awful lot of money.
$4500? No. Way. Good looking watch but absolutely ridiculously overpriced.
Agree...I'm obviously in the minority here, but for me it is a very unremarkable and plain looking watch for that outlay.
$4500...I don't F*****G think so. Look at what else the market has for this price...you can get 2 watches that are twice the watch this is for that money.
I respect your opinion, but which two watches? Special steel and exquisite brushing are only a couple things that makes this watch great imo. I guarantee you people wouldn't have a problem with this watch if it had a different name on the dial. It is certainly a favorite in my collection and compares favorably with my other higher end pieces.
Kudos for those who bought this. I wouldn’t. 3 issues: 1, too thick. 2, almost straight lugs (coupled with the thickness make this wear top heavy on wrist and flops around too much). 3, no bracelet, the rubber is not going to balance the weight therefore makes the top heavy problem even worse.
4. It costs $4.5K
Beautiful watch🔥 but way too much.
Seiko could have made a better box rather than providing a paperbox. I got a used one at almost half the retail price of a new piece. Looks good in real life, but i personally think it is overpriced. No metal bracelet and lastly, a Seiko will always just be a Seiko nothing more. No luxurious feel or status even though they are priced at Tudor/Omega price point.