I have the black/gray dial and it is worth every penny. One of my five ‘never sell’ pieces. 38mm is such a great size. The overall attention to detail on this piece is outstanding!❤
Wow this black and the blue dial variant look stunning! For under $200 this looks like a great homage for just about any wrist size. Also to get a lumed date wheel at this price is pretty impressive. I’m gonna need to look into this brand, great review Aviv! 😎🍻👍
Reading the title and before watching the video: Yes, it bloody well has to be worth it now that I've ordered it! I want the Doxa homage as well, but that will have to wait. One detail I really like is the scenery on the back case. The great wave of Kanagawa and that little sea star/star fish in the air is an awesome motif. It's kinda like: Sea star: Come on you big bastard, i can take it! Wave: Ok little one, have a taste of this. Great review and beautiful shots as usual.
Great lume and caseback and does look good on your vintage leather, I guess it comes down to value when similar homages are available at half the price.
I haven't had the chance to check out the competition, but I love the sizing of the Seestern - it's truer to the original 62MAS. The quality is definitely there too. Thanks for watching Chris!
pulled the trigger on one for the 11/11 sale got it for $158 and change if yuu apply your coupons and pay with paypal, and buy on the app got the blue...
@@roybrolsbeak i got an additional $3 at checkout by paying paypal, i didn't do anything else but use the $3 off every $30 coupon, are you using the app?
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection been waiting patiently for one this size, i think Seestern nailed it especially with those colorway options , the Tandorio with a PT-5000 looks great for larger wrists that i don't have, but @ $115 may be the best deal on AE...!
Intriguing little watch with only a few negatives. The distraction by the blue AR coating can be remedied by choosing the blue dial variant 😉 I still haven't seen a V2 on YT and I'd really like to know whether the date window centering has actually been improved upon.
I got the v3 and I can't find any faults with it. It worth the money. This is the watch seiko should be making at sub usd300 and they would not be able to keep them in supply.
How can a new brand like this nail so many homages ? They sure aren't former Pagani employees. If I hadnt bought 4 watches this sale this would be a go. Regards. I was with you since the old name channel.
Hi Mike! I appreciate your support from the early days of the channel 😊 From what I know, behind Seestern are some people with experience in the industry.
Great review! I have the grey sunbust dial with metal bracelet. This is an amazing piece for the money, so great value. This is worth quite a bit more than the asking price but I can understand why they offer it at this price in order to get buyers into the brand and to tip their toe into the Chinese homage scene. I haven't been this excited about a new timepiece in a very long time...and it's a homage to boot which I used to look down upon because I was a watchsnob. Not only are the fit and finish excellent but the accuracy for the workhorse NH35 is spectacular. I think I got lucky because I'm getting -2 s/d which is in line with my Datejust which i paid just a little bit more for. Well done Seestern and great video. Thank you sir.
Excellent review! Subbed instantly. And a smart looking watch. Just ordered a regular sized 62mas homage, and am know thinking this would definitely have been a better choice for my wrist size.
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection plot change. The date wheel now doesn't work on my girlfriend's. I am in a dispute with Seestern, and now wish I didn't have another on the way! Woe is me!
Thanks for the nice review. I am amazed there's countless partly expensive 62MAS homages, but only one of the proper size and none exactly true to the original's look. Personally I could do without gimmicks like the meaningless back decoration and the rather alien looking ceramic bezel but I'll probably get one, only for its perfect size. BTW: for people less concerned with size there's also the 41 mm Tandori version with the exact same movement and sapphire at half the price.
I didn't like the looks of a swatch because black and white are so boring but when you put it on that brown leather strap it looked really good. I think I'm going to try that Honey watch like this
Looks good tho I’m get tried of dive watches, burned out . Good watches tho. Thank You, always like your Analysis of affordable watches!its just so trending now I guess ?
Looks like they misspelled "Sapphire" on the caseback. I hope that is fixed on version two. I'm not sure about "SE monster", whether that was spelled that way on purpose, or if it's supposed to say "Sea monster. I don't really see what it has to do with this watch, anyway.
The text on the case back here is irrelevant, it is not what they put on their watches. The spelling was fixed, and this specific case back belongs to their Monster homage, and not to this watch. I hope this helps.
I kind of like the design, but I will probably buy the same homage from Tandorio - it's a bit larger at 39 mm and has a choice of NH35 or PT5000 movements (also costs around 95-105$)
I have the Tandorio on order. I really liked the Seestern. My reason for going for the cheaper option was purely down to the amount of wrist time it will get. I just wanted a 62mas. I think that the Seestern is definitely going to be the best quality watch with the most faithful sizing to the original. I already have a Seestern Doxa homage which is true quality. The Tandorio I ordered is in dark blue with a sterile dial. Enjoy your choice of watch!
Both are good options in my opinion. I personally prefer the smaller size of the Seestern, and it's also closer to the original 62MAS sizing. Thanks for watching guys 😊
I just got mine! Only complaint so far is the lume pip not aligning with the 12 o'clock marker and the crystal. What's the leather strap at 9:47? Looks great with the watch!
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection I'll check out Strapsco. Thank you! Something I've noticed with my "V2" is that the date is still misaligned. It's not centered, it leans towards the bottom. You can kind of see previous date above.
I was just looking at this..i really want that seiko its gorgeous but just too expensive for what youre getting. I have my finger on the trigger to buy the seestern but the name is holding me back. When someone asks what brand is that and i have to say seestern i know i will cringe every time.
To me a bracelet would be an absolute no-go on a tooly 60's diver. If anything I might consider an equally vintage mesh bracelet. What's wrong with tropic straps?
Why is it that so few people understand the simple concept: when you get a watch for free, you're inherently biased. It's a conflict of interest that makes you lose all credibility.
As has been said it means sea star in German and also can mean starfish in German. Check out the brand logo. It's not a watch or brand you would want to flush away. The Doxa homage they produce was said by one reviewer to be as good as or better than the Doxa itself. I have one of these and it's a truly excellent quality watch. Moreover the watch that Aviv is reviewing is closer in size to the original 62mas whereas others are oversized. This will be the best 62mas homage out there. Not looking so silly now is it?
Small correction: the hands are not polished, they are indeed brushed.
I have the black/gray dial and it is worth every penny.
One of my five ‘never sell’ pieces.
38mm is such a great size.
The overall attention to detail on this piece is outstanding!❤
Just ordered mine on sale on Ali express. $118! very excited
Wow this black and the blue dial variant look stunning! For under $200 this looks like a great homage for just about any wrist size. Also to get a lumed date wheel at this price is pretty impressive. I’m gonna need to look into this brand, great review Aviv! 😎🍻👍
Most definitely Dave. You get a lot for your money here, I would definitely recommend looking into this brand!
Thanks for watching bro 😎
Definitely looking forward to my v2 Doxa homage from Seestern ... 62mas may go on the list - great review.
Great review as always! I've been tempted by this one since it was released! Great size, and finishing. I may have to finally pull the trigger!
If you like it and It's in your budget, I honestly can't think of a reason not to 😊
Reading the title and before watching the video: Yes, it bloody well has to be worth it now that I've ordered it! I want the Doxa homage as well, but that will have to wait. One detail I really like is the scenery on the back case. The great wave of Kanagawa and that little sea star/star fish in the air is an awesome motif. It's kinda like:
Sea star: Come on you big bastard, i can take it!
Wave: Ok little one, have a taste of this.
Great review and beautiful shots as usual.
😂😂😂😂
Thanks buddy 😁
I love the 62mas! This looks like a good "homage" for the price! Thanks Aviv!
Thanks for watching Josh 🙂
Great lume and caseback and does look good on your vintage leather, I guess it comes down to value when similar homages are available at half the price.
I haven't had the chance to check out the competition, but I love the sizing of the Seestern - it's truer to the original 62MAS. The quality is definitely there too.
Thanks for watching Chris!
Great review, and thanks for showing it with different straps. Well done!
Thanks for watching!
What a lovely watch....blue, grey or black, it's hard to know which one to get..... a bargain!
Great review. I just subscribed and am looking forward to watching more of your reviews. Cheers.
Thank you Michael, welcome aboard!
Excellent and thorough review! I already ordered this watch as soon as the 11.11 sale came on. So glad to see that you endorse my purchase 👍😁.
I'm sure you will enjoy it!
Thanks for watching 😊
This is a handsome watch!!! The dial is also clean with no unnecessary text. I also love the lumed date wheel!
This one is a winner all around 🙂
62 mas is my fav diver watch, but too big for my wrist. This is perfect size, and mos def my next watch!
That's cool, I strongly recommend it 😊
pulled the trigger on one for the 11/11 sale got it for $158 and change if yuu apply your coupons and pay with paypal, and buy on the app got the blue...
Its strange i dont get a discount with paypal?? Do you need to change something
@@roybrolsbeak i got an additional $3 at checkout by paying paypal, i didn't do anything else but use the $3 off every $30 coupon, are you using the app?
That's awesome, great price! Enjoy it (I'm sure you will)
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection been waiting patiently for one this size, i think Seestern nailed it especially with those colorway options , the Tandorio with a PT-5000 looks great for larger wrists that i don't have, but @ $115 may be the best deal on AE...!
@@ramtak1 I hope I'll get the chance to compare the two watches head to head 😊
Wow I love this in the 38mm. I had the steeldive version but that was 42mm so this one is perfect size.great review thanks 😊
Thanks for watching!
Your editing and camera work are super nice(have I mentioned this already?)!
Thank you very much! That's very nice to hear ☺️
Intriguing little watch with only a few negatives. The distraction by the blue AR coating can be remedied by choosing the blue dial variant 😉 I still haven't seen a V2 on YT and I'd really like to know whether the date window centering has actually been improved upon.
You might have a point there about the blue dial!
I got the v3 and I can't find any faults with it. It worth the money. This is the watch seiko should be making at sub usd300 and they would not be able to keep them in supply.
I bought the dark blue dial version and the AR coating will not be problem.
How can a new brand like this nail so many homages ? They sure aren't former Pagani employees. If I hadnt bought 4 watches this sale this would be a go. Regards. I was with you since the old name channel.
Hi Mike! I appreciate your support from the early days of the channel 😊
From what I know, behind Seestern are some people with experience in the industry.
I have the v3 in blue dial with a fully lumed bezel - it's Awesome!
Great review! I have the grey sunbust dial with metal bracelet. This is an amazing piece for the money, so great value. This is worth quite a bit more than the asking price but I can understand why they offer it at this price in order to get buyers into the brand and to tip their toe into the Chinese homage scene. I haven't been this excited about a new timepiece in a very long time...and it's a homage to boot which I used to look down upon because I was a watchsnob. Not only are the fit and finish excellent but the accuracy for the workhorse NH35 is spectacular. I think I got lucky because I'm getting -2 s/d which is in line with my Datejust which i paid just a little bit more for. Well done Seestern and great video. Thank you sir.
Thanks for watching, enjoy your watch!
Finally, a 37mm diver. I like it. Maybe I'll get one next year as I ve already bought 5 watches this year..
It's a great size!
Oh man I just added two to my cart! I can’t decide if black dial or gray dial :/
If it's any help, if I had to choose again I would opt for the gray dial!
I think it's a bit more special
Excellent review! Subbed instantly. And a smart looking watch. Just ordered a regular sized 62mas homage, and am know thinking this would definitely have been a better choice for my wrist size.
Thanks for watching, I'm glad you've enjoyed it!
Thanks for subbing and welcome aboard
Can i modified it with seiko parts?
Very similar to the fiftyfive watch
Nice dimensions for a diver, but the price is to close to San martin 62mas with bracelet,i need my time😁 cheers.
The quality is up there too! A bracelet could be a great addition, but the strap is really good too.
Thanks for watching buddy 😊
This is a watch I definitely plan to get. I like that it's a true 62mas homage.
I prefer it too 👌🏻
I bought the blue one for my girlfriend. I have been so blown away by it, I decided to buy the black dial for myself. Killer piece.
That's awesome!
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection plot change. The date wheel now doesn't work on my girlfriend's. I am in a dispute with Seestern, and now wish I didn't have another on the way! Woe is me!
Oh no! That's a shame...
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection Ha! Yes indeed.
Horomaster .. really??? 🤦♂️ ... one typo away from a complete clusterflock.
Excellent review of a very impressive watch!
Thank you Danny!
What I don’t understand is they allow you to choose a bracelet when buying but there’s no pics of the bracelet.
Thanks for the nice review. I am amazed there's countless partly expensive 62MAS homages, but only one of the proper size and none exactly true to the original's look. Personally I could do without gimmicks like the meaningless back decoration and the rather alien looking ceramic bezel but I'll probably get one, only for its perfect size. BTW: for people less concerned with size there's also the 41 mm Tandori version with the exact same movement and sapphire at half the price.
I didn't like the looks of a swatch because black and white are so boring but when you put it on that brown leather strap it looked really good. I think I'm going to try that Honey watch like this
A different strap can change the character of a watch!
Did you have any trouble getting the watch? I orderd 2 watches from seestern about a month ago and they so not answer my emails
I didn't have any issues with shipment
Looks good tho I’m get tried of dive watches, burned out . Good watches tho.
Thank You, always like your Analysis of affordable watches!its just so trending now I guess ?
Thanks for watching even though you're getting tired of dive watches 😉
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💥
I just can't wait to get mine.
GREAT👌✨
Mine is on it's way.
I'm sure you'll enjoy it!
Excellent review, very transparency on all details, only Professional top level could delivered.
Thanks for your time.
Thank you for watching and for the kind words 😊
Looks like they misspelled "Sapphire" on the caseback. I hope that is fixed on version two. I'm not sure about "SE monster", whether that was spelled that way on purpose, or if it's supposed to say "Sea monster. I don't really see what it has to do with this watch, anyway.
The text on the case back here is irrelevant, it is not what they put on their watches. The spelling was fixed, and this specific case back belongs to their Monster homage, and not to this watch. I hope this helps.
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection okay, thank you.
Hey man thanks for the tips on the aliexpress sale. I'll be getting extra great watches soon
That's cool, enjoy!
I think i will get this one after I get my San Martin explorer 36 mm
Both awesome watches 👌🏻
I have a seestern 62mas with a noisy movement... anyone one have any ideas?
You should contact them either through their website or their AliExpress store. They are very responsive and I'm sure will be happy to help.
Are you sure we'll get a V2 fixed version if using your link ?
Yes, according to my contact at Seestern.
So in your opinion which is better the Seestern or the Tandorio?
I haven't had the opportunity to check out the Tandorio, so I can't really say. The Seestern is great and the Tondorio seems like good value.
I kind of like the design, but I will probably buy the same homage from Tandorio - it's a bit larger at 39 mm and has a choice of NH35 or PT5000 movements (also costs around 95-105$)
I have the Tandorio on order. I really liked the Seestern. My reason for going for the cheaper option was purely down to the amount of wrist time it will get. I just wanted a 62mas. I think that the Seestern is definitely going to be the best quality watch with the most faithful sizing to the original. I already have a Seestern Doxa homage which is true quality. The Tandorio I ordered is in dark blue with a sterile dial. Enjoy your choice of watch!
Both are good options in my opinion. I personally prefer the smaller size of the Seestern, and it's also closer to the original 62MAS sizing.
Thanks for watching guys 😊
I think they sold out if them at least on the main store.
Such a well produced video! I crave this Watch!
Thank you Paolo 😊
I just got mine! Only complaint so far is the lume pip not aligning with the 12 o'clock marker and the crystal. What's the leather strap at 9:47? Looks great with the watch!
Cool, I hope you'll enjoy it and that the misaligned bezel won't disturb you too much 🙂
That strap is from Strapsco 👌🏻
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection I'll check out Strapsco. Thank you! Something I've noticed with my "V2" is that the date is still misaligned. It's not centered, it leans towards the bottom. You can kind of see previous date above.
@@doctorqwerty that's not good. You should contact them about it and I'm sure they'll take care of it
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection will try that! Wish they could get their act together with the date. Would be a great watch if they could.
Elle é muito bonito é simples, bem legível e com trassos retos muito top.
Thanks for watching Carlos :)
אחלה סרטון אביב ⭐️ תודה
תודה רבה!
Great review Aviv 💣
Thank you 😊
I was just looking at this..i really want that seiko its gorgeous but just too expensive for what youre getting. I have my finger on the trigger to buy the seestern but the name is holding me back. When someone asks what brand is that and i have to say seestern i know i will cringe every time.
Seestern means sea star in German, I think it's a perfectly utilitarian name that won't raise eyebrows like so many other chinese watch brand names.
It is also German for starfish. Look at the brand logo. I have a Seestern Doxa homage. I don't have to justify it to anyone and neither do you. 👍
I think the name is much better than many other AliExpress brands out there.
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection That is most certainly true!
When someone asks you the brand instead of saying it like “cistern”, just pronounce it in german, then people will think its some fancy brand!
Just missing a metal bracelet
A metal bracelet would be great 👌🏻
@@MyAffordableWatchCollection I recommend a "Shark Mesh" bracelet. You can buy one with removable screw links if you do not like cutting links.
Actually, or rather IMHO, these looks best on a black rubber strap.
To me a bracelet would be an absolute no-go on a tooly 60's diver. If anything I might consider an equally vintage mesh bracelet. What's wrong with tropic straps?
Why is it that so few people understand the simple concept: when you get a watch for free, you're inherently biased. It's a conflict of interest that makes you lose all credibility.
Name goes with a toilet lol 🤣😂
Nothing special looking about that watch very plain
Looks ok, however Seestern is a strange name. Maybe they should have called it a cistern instead 😜
Seestern means sea star in German
As has been said it means sea star in German and also can mean starfish in German. Check out the brand logo. It's not a watch or brand you would want to flush away. The Doxa homage they produce was said by one reviewer to be as good as or better than the Doxa itself. I have one of these and it's a truly excellent quality watch. Moreover the watch that Aviv is reviewing is closer in size to the original 62mas whereas others are oversized. This will be the best 62mas homage out there. Not looking so silly now is it?
Not as strange as some other AliExpress brands though.
Like Mark said, the quality is definitely there!
Great review. What is your wrist size for reference?
He did say 7 inches. That's 7 × 25 mm in metric......
Yeah, 7" ~ 18cm