I get tuna fever every couple of months but have been able to restrain myself from buying one. As to whether it's worth it, worth and value are silly to discuss when it comes to watches, IF YOU LIKE IT AND MAKES YOU HAPPY it's definitely worth it 😊
My Tuna 033 is tied with my 031 for my favorite looking watch in my collection. I know it's quartz and people hate on that, but there's nothing in that price range that come close to appeal. I find the lack of lugs makes the watch play more like a 45mm. I like that the second hand ticks over two-second intervals when the battery is low so that the battery doesn't die as a surprise. Good video. Thank you.
So, how do you go about changing the battery since the battery is made specifically for a Tuna? Order it from somewhere send it in to Seiko to change? Curious cause i love the looks of this watch and considering getting one.
I've had a similar experience with the Bulova Moon Watch. I'm normally a mechanical guy, but the Moon Watch isn't a run of the mill quartz and it checks a lot of cool boxes for me.
Watching this content almost 5 years later. Thinking of getting the newer version of tuna. Wow you're nearly 12k subscribers back then and now, going to hit the 200k mark soon. Congrats.
I bought a 9F82 movement GS watch for my ending collection of the quartz . It is really Amazing regarding the accuracy of time. But, now, because of this video as I plan to buy 031 to add to my quartz watch collection list ..... Great presentation video, man.
Totally agree with the comment regarding the size. I have 7-inch wrists. At the beginning I downright refused to look into getting a Tuna although I have already owned a collection of predominantly Seiko divers. One day it just happened that I have an opportunity to try on a SBDX011 and immediately I told myself I have to have one. Ever since this is the watch I choose to wear 90% of time
Hi! I would appreciate some advices regarding the choice of my next watch. I know many disagrees with me, but I need a accurate watch, and therefore I want the 7c46 quartz movement. So I have decided to choose between these: SBBN031 (MarineMaster text, Dome hardlex crystal, 300m, metal bracelet) USD 1000 (the one presented in the video) SBBN045 (Prospex logo, Sapphire crystal, 300m) USD 1200 SBBN042 (Prospex logo, 1000m, limited 800 pcs, violet, titan) USD 2000 Any pros/cons or advices? thanks :)
Could you make a video on what you like about wearing smaller watches? The few words you said about it were interesting, would be cool to see you expand on it!
Thank you for your reviews. (I’m just getting into watches.). Your reviews are very helpful. I’m sold on the Tuna! 😊 A couple questions please .... 1) Can you do a video about how to size the bracelet? 2) If i buy thru your Amazon link (not at a brick & mortar jewelry store) how would I get watched serviced / battery properly changed, etc ? Can you please recommend a place to send the watch to get properly serviced i.e. battery changed & re-sealed? Thank you ...
I have the baby tuna srp637 and I love it. It's the only a tuna-like that I have -- the shroud is so unique to Seiko that I had to have something like it, and I liked the beefy look of it. I don't really feel the need to upgrade to a real one, though I have massive respect for it. The Tunas are iconic and a steal for the history they bring.
Very entertaining to see you being so excited about this watch. It is not my "cup of tea" but I respect your right to like it the way you do. Keep up, man. You are doing great!
Hey there, been trying to find your contact, can't find it. Anyways I have a question - I am deciding between the 300M Quartz or the 1000M Quartz (the black and yellow edition, with ceramic outer case). Doesn't it bother you that the 300m version has a screwback (Marinemasters are known to have a monocoque case) and the fact that its 'only' 300m, compared to 1000m? Also, of course, when it comes to battery changes, the local Seiko service centre can replace the battery for the 300M version, but for the 1000M they told me they have to send it to Japan as they don't have the tools to open the watch. Wondering what would you advise! Thanks!
I used to avoid the Tuna because of size and cost. Now, I can confirm that even on my 6.5" wrist, the 48mm Tunas fit me very well, and am of the opinion that the pricing is not too much for these watches. They are quite brilliant. I will say I prefer previous generations as opposed to the SBBN031/33/etc, as those newer MarineMaster hands just don't look right to me. I have the 200m Baby MM with that handset, and while it looks good on that watch, the Tuna looks best with the classic handset. Currently in the hunt for a SBBN015, and had a November 1970-built 7549-7010 before it was stolen. Great stuff!
Bought Tuna SBBN045 because I loved your reviews. Love the watch. Feels special compared to my others. What are your thoughts on Sel Instruments Omni diver? Looks tough as an Anvil?
wonderful watch and review. the domed crystal is so cool. for me, if i left the house with it on i would have to wear a diving mask pushed up on my head to pull this off...
For me there are 2 things that keep me from ever wanting it. 1 it is a quartz that is over a grand, 2 it is 48 mm. I don't totally hate quartz watches per say, I just wouldn't ever spend crazy money on one unless there was an immediate profit to make. I don't want any watch over 42 mm. I don't want a nondiver watch over 38 mm. Btw, I saw the unboxing of your Tuna when you got it. I'm glad you enjoy your Tuna. That is all that matters really.
Top tip, if you lose a collar there is a cheap fix which I invented. Simply assemble the link as normal but apply a tiny speck of super glue to the last couple of millimetres of the pin before it goes in all the way. Fixed. Not a repair for a new rolex I know but puts a seiko back in service for virtually no cost.
Its a great watch. Not even a grail watch. Its a great daily wear. I have 2. I'm an apt service tech and I beat the snot out of mine. I even wear em while snaking drains.
Also, the smaller dial makes it appear smaller. My Orient USA vs my Pilot Day Date are night and day. Almost the same size but the Hamilton looks a ton bigger because there's almost no bezel.
Thanks for another great video Jory, starting to get the tuna fever myself, Can you explain a little how The battery is changed on this piece please. Is it something you’re able to do yourself, and if not how much do you think it costs through psycho for example to have a changed. Thanks again brother.
Great review of the uber cool Tuna. I have the Padi version and love it to bits even though i would be a mechanical guy. The high torque quartz suits the tool watch nature and it wears so well with the almost lugless design.
I don't own the MM but I do own a baby tuna. The size and dimensions are no doubt huge... and furthermore I have small wrist. Sometimes I feel the watch is too big. But sometimes I really feel intrigued just by looking at it.
Size wise it’s just an SKX with a shroud, same size dial, same size bezel, same size lug to lug. It wears great on my 6.75 inch wrist and I dislike large watches. Love the tuna, it’s the real deal diving tool watch.
I love the tuna, and I get putting a quartz in a 300m diver, but it will suck when you have to replace the battery if you don't pay to get it resealed. At least for me, part of the appeal is knowing you have a 300m watch
Nice job T3.... Still hunting for my grail diver or chronograph. Vis-green dial and florescent orange hands, with lume so bright you need sunglasses. Your thoughts. Best regards and keep up the good work.
another problem with seiko divers bracelet which have diver's extension is that the extension often dig to wrist skin and quite irritating. It's a shame, because the case material and finishing is very good and worth every penny. As for the dial, I will put score of 7 / 10 for the quality.
Your doing some good work on your channel. I noticed your chair though figured your cat attacked it made me chuckle the with your super fancy watch and a worn in comfy chair.
Love the rubber strap on my 033, so I transferred it to my 031, and now the 031 is juuuuust riiiiiight. My SBBN033 w 031 SS bracelet will be listed for sale soon. :)
I love that watch.. I am getting one soon I have 8" wrist so no problems wearing one.. right now I have a SRP637 which is about the same size anyways..
Awesome watch. Had the SBBN015 but sold it to get my first Breitling. But I miss the Tuna so will get the 031 for my collection. I agree the pin/collar is a bitch. Got myself a MM300 few weeks ago and have been fighting with it quite some time.
It's fugly! In a cool way. But I love my old SBBN007 'crop circles' model. I've a 6.5" wrist and due to the case shape it's very comfortable. Mine's on a Isofrane strap but Borealis Iso straps are very good also. Movement information - Props to 'Poseidon-Jim on Watchuseek So lets dive alittle deeper into just what this 7C46 quartz movement is, and what features it possesses ... First of all, The term "Prospex" translated into English terms means (Professional Specifications), and the 7C46 quartz machine is only found and used in the SEIKO Professional Series Quartz Dive watches, namely the Tuna series and the prior Professional Ashtray models. They the 7C46 movement & the Tuna series cases, were built with a specific purpose and intent in there specifications and ultimate design; and that was to be the best professional tool divers watch made! (So nothing was spared or held back in there design or quality of manufacture) As we know, "Seiko" actually is the original father of this realized quartz watch technology that actually came out of the real world commercial diving industry as a answer to having a divers watch that could handle the rigors of deep depth. Thus, they were designed with no cuts in quality or cost saving materials at all; but rather have advanced scientifically developed components and material in there make up. The 7C46 is a (Hi-Tech) multi jeweled movement with extreamly "Hi-Torque tollerances and High efficiency" built in over prior 7 series quartz movements, which enable the 7-jeweled geartrain and pinions to motion & turn the hands in perfect sync to the energy-pulse, with much less kinetic effort via the electronic step motors that power them. Thus making for a highly accurate and efficient full size quartz machine to perform strongly with much less resistence. They also incorporate (dual-rate trimmers) which allow the watch to be perfectly synchronized for extream accuracy, which aid in the longevity and add to there lifespan, while running well with in the stated accuracy specs. They also enjoy the added benifits of, Low-Drain electronics while providing High-Torque Power to the gear driven train and Oversized Hands for optimal efficiency & extended battery life. As an added plus, this caliber also incorporates the E.O.L. (End Of Life) Low battery warning feature, of the seconds hand ticking at 2 second intervals when the battery voltage is low, thus alerting the owner its time to replace the battery cell. They also provide the Premium Benefits of being designed in a full expanded size, and are incorprated into the advanced Titanium alloy cases that house them, which are also very highly advanced designs on there own rite built with advanced shock protection built-in specifically for this movement. The cases also provide "Enhanced antimagnetic Gauss's law & thermal compensational technology, as well as full Helium/Nitrogen gas Prevention & Dispersional technology. They simply are just the perfect combination of the utmost in quality craftsmanship, to enable them to easily handle the various extreme conditions of Commercial diving found around the globe, in any oceanic environment. They also can be completely disassembled for cleaning & service many years down the road; that together with the other quality design features therefore make this movement, the absolute highest quality advanced Professional quartz divers watch movement in the world AFAIC. These highly evolved movements, as well as the Tuna series Professional Dive watch cases & components, probably hold more advanced (patent designs) than any other watch in the world! Well I gave my thoughts and some facts about these movements, and I hope it helps you to understand just how much quality & technology goes into the 7C46 movement... Not my words - but an excellent summary from Poseidon-Jim on Watchuseek forums. It really helped me understand and appreciate the horological importance of this quartz watch.
The Time Teller I'll admit, I was a bit of a quartz snob before coming to understand movements like the that in the Rolex Oyster Quartz, the 7a28 first analogue quartz chronograph movement and the Tuna 7c46.
The diameter is large, yes, BUT the lug-to-lug is very short. That's why it wears so well on a variety of wrists. I have a custom SRP637 and it wears well on my 6.75 inch wrist.
As for the bracelet: check out Strapcode and their Hexad Oyster bracelets. They look pretty damn good on the Tuna case, and they have screws instead of the pins/collars.
Dude, I absolutely, love your approach and taste to watches. So many guys out there look like they have a stick up their bum. You're just keeping it cool and fun. Plus unlike so many other, you really get the fact it's all bullshit and marketing doing its work which only makes me appreciate your approach even more. Finally man, you "CHai" on the neck just makes you that much better, yea, just said it "REPRESENT"! Just send that Skx over here to Israel, I'll have some great time with it!
Is it safe ordering these watches online? I wouldn't mind paying closer to MSRP if I knew I was getting something genuine and has a manufacturer's warranty. Seiko USA doesn't import these watches, and the merchant you get via Amazon is one of many possible dealers with varying reputation. Suggestions?
hey t3! I got so conscienced when I read that you should wear a watch before the ulna. Because of that I also got conscienced about how tight you should wear a watch, how tight should you wear one? How do you do it yourself? Also to anyone reading this, please do answer, thanks :)
Why dont you wear watches on your left hand (if you are right handed) the dominant hand is used more often and watches can be damaged more quickly that way?
The Time Teller Well that explains it. By the way i followed you since near beginning of your channel and you are the reason i started to get more into watches. Keep the videos coming! Best of luck! 😀
I will be unboxing my SBBN033 sometime today. Sitting waiting on UPS. Tracking says out for delivery. The suspense is killing me. It will be replacing my Raymond Weil Automatic
Well, they put the wrong address on the shipment. After waiting for UPS all day, I finally had to go to the UPS Service Center to pick it up. I now have on my wrist my shiny new SBBN033 Big Tuna. Worth the wait. Thanks Jory, I owe it all to you. I had never ever heard of a Big Tuna until I started watching your channel. Love the watch
Another great vid! I should contribute for next #tunatuesday. Do you mind sharing the bracelet part number for your tuna? I have been searching online for a few days and could not find a part number!
Wonderful video you dive deep into the heart of the Tuna. I seek your guidance on the 2018 Ltd Edition 1968 pieces S23626J1. My AD has one and i need to ask you is it a true Golden Tuna worthy to buy?? It’s the Quartz 7c46 5 year battery. Bless you. Cyrus
yep. Pins and collars suck. just got a SSC505 (Jimmie Johnson watch, becasue NASCAR) and was extremely happy when the bracelet fit my gorillaish wrists. on another not, i noticed some Remington ammo boxes on the shelf....... into guns too?
From my cold dead hands! ive noticed, especially because i am in a car club, a lot of car guys are into watches, and vice versa. also, a lot of those guys are into guns too.
I have very skinny wrists. The small lug to lug size makes it wear just fine on small wrists. If you can wear an SKX007 with ease, the Tuna will be close. Don't be scared of the tuna, guys!
Don't forget, that is a special quartz movement , it's only available in the tuna, and it's historically accurate as they were originally offered in quartz with this serviceable movement. As a former owner of a submariner I like that it doesn't look like a submariner. .and I don't plan on ever spending multiple thousands for a watch again. It's on my wish list .
I wish they made it solar powered. Although the accumulator might require maintenance where a replaceable battery will not, still I find solar powered watches the way to go
Bought on a omega seamaster 200m (quartz) for 750 and because i didn't know the service history i did let it services for 450 at omega. Grand total of 1200 on a quartz.
I get tuna fever every couple of months but have been able to restrain myself from buying one.
As to whether it's worth it, worth and value are silly to discuss when it comes to watches, IF YOU LIKE IT AND MAKES YOU HAPPY it's definitely worth it 😊
My Tuna 033 is tied with my 031 for my favorite looking watch in my collection. I know it's quartz and people hate on that, but there's nothing in that price range that come close to appeal. I find the lack of lugs makes the watch play more like a 45mm. I like that the second hand ticks over two-second intervals when the battery is low so that the battery doesn't die as a surprise. Good video. Thank you.
Quartz its cool, the same way there is bad autos there are bad quartz. But the next step for quartz is solar.
So, how do you go about changing the battery since the battery is made specifically for a Tuna? Order it from somewhere send it in to Seiko to change? Curious cause i love the looks of this watch and considering getting one.
The movement is made for Tuna. The battery is an average sdandard normed battery you get for a few pennies everywhere.
I've had a similar experience with the Bulova Moon Watch. I'm normally a mechanical guy, but the Moon Watch isn't a run of the mill quartz and it checks a lot of cool boxes for me.
Very cool watch, I have three !
To me, pin and collar was not a problem at all, though I can see it getting lost obviously. The advantage of it is less friction between the links.
Watching this content almost 5 years later. Thinking of getting the newer version of tuna. Wow you're nearly 12k subscribers back then and now, going to hit the 200k mark soon. Congrats.
I bought a 9F82 movement GS watch for my ending collection of the quartz . It is really Amazing regarding the accuracy of time.
But, now, because of this video as I plan to buy 031 to add to my quartz watch collection list ..... Great presentation video, man.
Please add close-ups next time when you are talking about adjusting the watch clasp, links, etc. Thanks for a nice video
The Darth Tuna is on my wishlist.
Totally agree with the comment regarding the size. I have 7-inch wrists. At the beginning I downright refused to look into getting a Tuna although I have already owned a collection of predominantly Seiko divers. One day it just happened that I have an opportunity to try on a SBDX011 and immediately I told myself I have to have one. Ever since this is the watch I choose to wear 90% of time
Hi!
I would appreciate some advices regarding the choice of my next watch. I know many disagrees with me, but I need a accurate watch, and therefore I want the 7c46 quartz movement. So I have decided to choose between these:
SBBN031 (MarineMaster text, Dome hardlex crystal, 300m, metal bracelet) USD 1000
(the one presented in the video)
SBBN045 (Prospex logo, Sapphire crystal, 300m) USD 1200
SBBN042 (Prospex logo, 1000m, limited 800 pcs, violet, titan) USD 2000
Any pros/cons or advices? thanks :)
Could you make a video on what you like about wearing smaller watches? The few words you said about it were interesting, would be cool to see you expand on it!
Agreed!
Bought the same watch a few months ago. Totally worth it, just for the lume and accuracy of quartz! No regrets here! I wear it nearly every day.
Thank you for your reviews. (I’m just getting into watches.). Your reviews are very helpful.
I’m sold on the Tuna! 😊
A couple questions please ....
1) Can you do a video about how to size the bracelet?
2) If i buy thru your Amazon link (not at a brick & mortar jewelry store) how would I get watched serviced / battery properly changed, etc ?
Can you please recommend a place to send the watch to get properly serviced i.e. battery changed & re-sealed?
Thank you ...
I have the baby tuna srp637 and I love it. It's the only a tuna-like that I have -- the shroud is so unique to Seiko that I had to have something like it, and I liked the beefy look of it. I don't really feel the need to upgrade to a real one, though I have massive respect for it. The Tunas are iconic and a steal for the history they bring.
Very entertaining to see you being so excited about this watch. It is not my "cup of tea" but I respect your right to like it the way you do. Keep up, man. You are doing great!
Hi. Would you recommend this watch now? any issues with it?
in fact love it so much I just ordered a sbbn035, the black version
Hey there, been trying to find your contact, can't find it. Anyways I have a question - I am deciding between the 300M Quartz or the 1000M Quartz (the black and yellow edition, with ceramic outer case). Doesn't it bother you that the 300m version has a screwback (Marinemasters are known to have a monocoque case) and the fact that its 'only' 300m, compared to 1000m? Also, of course, when it comes to battery changes, the local Seiko service centre can replace the battery for the 300M version, but for the 1000M they told me they have to send it to Japan as they don't have the tools to open the watch. Wondering what would you advise! Thanks!
I used to avoid the Tuna because of size and cost. Now, I can confirm that even on my 6.5" wrist, the 48mm Tunas fit me very well, and am of the opinion that the pricing is not too much for these watches. They are quite brilliant.
I will say I prefer previous generations as opposed to the SBBN031/33/etc, as those newer MarineMaster hands just don't look right to me. I have the 200m Baby MM with that handset, and while it looks good on that watch, the Tuna looks best with the classic handset. Currently in the hunt for a SBBN015, and had a November 1970-built 7549-7010 before it was stolen.
Great stuff!
Bought Tuna SBBN045 because I loved your reviews. Love the watch. Feels special compared to my others.
What are your thoughts on Sel Instruments Omni diver? Looks tough as an Anvil?
wonderful watch and review. the domed crystal is so cool. for me, if i left the house with it on i would have to wear a diving mask pushed up on my head to pull this off...
A Tuna is on my to get list. Looking for a SRP653 and the SBDX014.
How does the ORIS Aquis stack up against the Tuna? I think they are both at a similar price point.
The tuna is the only SEIKO design I love. I would love an automatic emperor tuna. But it costs as much as premium Swiss offerings
For me there are 2 things that keep me from ever wanting it. 1 it is a quartz that is over a grand, 2 it is 48 mm. I don't totally hate quartz watches per say, I just wouldn't ever spend crazy money on one unless there was an immediate profit to make. I don't want any watch over 42 mm. I don't want a nondiver watch over 38 mm.
Btw, I saw the unboxing of your Tuna when you got it. I'm glad you enjoy your Tuna. That is all that matters really.
Top tip, if you lose a collar there is a cheap fix which I invented. Simply assemble the link as normal but apply a tiny speck of super glue to the last couple of millimetres of the pin before it goes in all the way. Fixed. Not a repair for a new rolex I know but puts a seiko back in service for virtually no cost.
One of my grail watches is a seiko 777 "turtle " watch.
Its a great watch.
Not even a grail watch. Its a great daily wear. I have 2.
I'm an apt service tech and I beat the snot out of mine.
I even wear em while snaking drains.
How does this tuna feel on the wrist compared to a seiko monster? Is it bigger?
48mm insane, looks like a 42 on you
+Berendsen I've been eating my veggies 💪😂
Berendsen yeah it looks small on his wrist wkwk :O
yes, i have the sbbn015, it is the same size on the wrist as the Rolex Explorer 2, a 42 mm watch, but thicker,
Also, the smaller dial makes it appear smaller. My Orient USA vs my Pilot Day Date are night and day. Almost the same size but the Hamilton looks a ton bigger because there's almost no bezel.
Thanks for another great video Jory, starting to get the tuna fever myself,
Can you explain a little how The battery is changed on this piece please.
Is it something you’re able to do yourself, and if not how much do you think it costs through psycho for example to have a changed.
Thanks again brother.
Great review of the uber cool Tuna. I have the Padi version and love it to bits even though i would be a mechanical guy. The high torque quartz suits the tool watch nature and it wears so well with the almost lugless design.
I don't own the MM but I do own a baby tuna. The size and dimensions are no doubt huge... and furthermore I have small wrist.
Sometimes I feel the watch is too big. But sometimes I really feel intrigued just by looking at it.
Size wise it’s just an SKX with a shroud, same size dial, same size bezel, same size lug to lug. It wears great on my 6.75 inch wrist and I dislike large watches. Love the tuna, it’s the real deal diving tool watch.
Speedmaster Tuesday NEVER gets old. That being said, we 🎣 for a Tuna 🇯🇵 (and small watches suck 😁)
I love the tuna, and I get putting a quartz in a 300m diver, but it will suck when you have to replace the battery if you don't pay to get it resealed. At least for me, part of the appeal is knowing you have a 300m watch
resealing is super cheap though...
Even if you send it to seiko, a battery seals etc is like 150 bucks max. Still way cheaper than an auto
I would be interested to see the inside of that watch a quarts movement in that 48mm watch there must be a lot of very expensive air
Can you please review the analog frogman?
nice video, 7c46 movement is the beast, but still prefer the hands on old sbbn015,
Nice job T3.... Still hunting for my grail diver or chronograph. Vis-green dial and florescent orange hands, with lume so bright you need sunglasses. Your thoughts. Best regards and keep up the good work.
another problem with seiko divers bracelet which have diver's extension is that the extension often dig to wrist skin and quite irritating. It's a shame, because the case material and finishing is very good and worth every penny. As for the dial, I will put score of 7 / 10 for the quality.
Your doing some good work on your channel. I noticed your chair though figured your cat attacked it made me chuckle the with your super fancy watch and a worn in comfy chair.
+ThePoppedBubble With two cats that are avid climbers/ninjas, that chair stood no chance :/
Love the rubber strap on my 033, so I transferred it to my 031, and now the 031 is juuuuust riiiiiight. My SBBN033 w 031 SS bracelet will be listed for sale soon. :)
I love that watch.. I am getting one soon I have 8" wrist so no problems wearing one.. right now I have a SRP637 which is about the same size anyways..
Does Seiko offer a Sapphire Crystal replacement option if we opted to go that route?
Great watch, worth every penny
Why do quartz keep time better than automatics? Just wondered....
If the collar gets lost, lightly bend the pin. That will give the tightness so it can stay in there.
Awesome watch. Had the SBBN015 but sold it to get my first Breitling. But I miss the Tuna so will get the 031 for my collection. I agree the pin/collar is a bitch. Got myself a MM300 few weeks ago and have been fighting with it quite some time.
I believe that split pins are weaker than the pin and collar system as it is two thinner pieces of metal instead of a thicker single piece
It's fugly! In a cool way. But I love my old SBBN007 'crop circles' model.
I've a 6.5" wrist and due to the case shape it's very comfortable. Mine's on a Isofrane strap but Borealis Iso straps are very good also.
Movement information - Props to 'Poseidon-Jim on Watchuseek
So lets dive alittle deeper into just what this 7C46 quartz movement is, and what features it possesses ...
First of all,
The term "Prospex" translated into English terms means (Professional Specifications), and the 7C46 quartz machine is only found and used in the SEIKO Professional Series Quartz Dive watches, namely the Tuna series and the prior Professional Ashtray models.
They the 7C46 movement & the Tuna series cases, were built with a specific purpose and intent in there specifications and ultimate design; and that was to be the best professional tool divers watch made! (So nothing was spared or held back in there design or quality of manufacture)
As we know, "Seiko" actually is the original father of this realized quartz watch technology that actually came out of the real world commercial diving industry as a answer to having a divers watch that could handle the rigors of deep depth.
Thus, they were designed with no cuts in quality or cost saving materials at all; but rather have advanced scientifically developed components and material in there make up.
The 7C46 is a (Hi-Tech) multi jeweled movement with extreamly "Hi-Torque tollerances and High efficiency" built in over prior 7 series quartz movements, which enable the 7-jeweled geartrain and pinions to motion & turn the hands in perfect sync to the energy-pulse, with much less kinetic effort via the electronic step motors that power them.
Thus making for a highly accurate and efficient full size quartz machine to perform strongly with much less resistence.
They also incorporate (dual-rate trimmers) which allow the watch to be perfectly synchronized for extream accuracy, which aid in the longevity and add to there lifespan, while running well with in the stated accuracy specs.
They also enjoy the added benifits of, Low-Drain electronics while providing High-Torque Power to the gear driven train and Oversized Hands for optimal efficiency & extended battery life. As an added plus, this caliber also incorporates the E.O.L. (End Of Life) Low battery warning feature, of the seconds hand ticking at 2 second intervals when the battery voltage is low, thus alerting the owner its time to replace the battery cell.
They also provide the Premium Benefits of being designed in a full expanded size, and are incorprated into the advanced Titanium alloy cases that house them, which are also very highly advanced designs on there own rite built with advanced shock protection built-in specifically for this movement.
The cases also provide "Enhanced antimagnetic Gauss's law & thermal compensational technology, as well as full Helium/Nitrogen gas Prevention & Dispersional technology.
They simply are just the perfect combination of the utmost in quality craftsmanship, to enable them to easily handle the various extreme conditions of Commercial diving found around the globe, in any oceanic environment.
They also can be completely disassembled for cleaning & service many years down the road; that together with the other quality design features therefore make this movement, the absolute highest quality advanced Professional quartz divers watch movement in the world AFAIC.
These highly evolved movements, as well as the Tuna series Professional Dive watch cases & components, probably hold more advanced (patent designs) than any other watch in the world!
Well I gave my thoughts and some facts about these movements, and I hope it helps you to understand just how much quality & technology goes into the 7C46 movement...
Not my words - but an excellent summary from Poseidon-Jim on Watchuseek forums. It really helped me understand and appreciate the horological importance of this quartz watch.
+tunokies Amazing, bro. Thank you for sharing!!
The Time Teller I'll admit, I was a bit of a quartz snob before coming to understand movements like the that in the Rolex Oyster Quartz, the 7a28 first analogue quartz chronograph movement and the Tuna 7c46.
The diameter is large, yes, BUT the lug-to-lug is very short. That's why it wears so well on a variety of wrists. I have a custom SRP637 and it wears well on my 6.75 inch wrist.
As for the bracelet: check out Strapcode and their Hexad Oyster bracelets. They look pretty damn good on the Tuna case, and they have screws instead of the pins/collars.
Dude, I absolutely, love your approach and taste to watches. So many guys out there look like they have a stick up their bum. You're just keeping it cool and fun. Plus unlike so many other, you really get the fact it's all bullshit and marketing doing its work which only makes me appreciate your approach even more. Finally man, you "CHai" on the neck just makes you that much better, yea, just said it "REPRESENT"! Just send that Skx over here to Israel, I'll have some great time with it!
Is it safe ordering these watches online? I wouldn't mind paying closer to MSRP if I knew I was getting something genuine and has a manufacturer's warranty. Seiko USA doesn't import these watches, and the merchant you get via Amazon is one of many possible dealers with varying reputation. Suggestions?
I purchased mine via the Amazon link and it’s perfect!
hey t3! I got so conscienced when I read that you should wear a watch before the ulna. Because of that I also got conscienced about how tight you should wear a watch, how tight should you wear one? How do you do it yourself? Also to anyone reading this, please do answer, thanks :)
Get a macro lens... and start a new edition for this video! We all wanna see that pin!
+Gabriel Vieira I have a macro lens. There's no way I'm removing a pin unless I absolutely have to. 😂
Great watch. Priceless.
Why dont you wear watches on your left hand (if you are right handed) the dominant hand is used more often and watches can be damaged more quickly that way?
+tiborvarnju ...I'm left-handed.
tiborvarnju lol 😂 I had the same question a while back
The Time Teller Well that explains it. By the way i followed you since near beginning of your channel and you are the reason i started to get more into watches. Keep the videos coming!
Best of luck! 😀
get a sun019p1 :-) rocks even more
Seiko tuna sbbn031 or orient os300 saturation diver?
Love the Seiko diver. Great video T3 thank you 😊
Please do a review of srp637k1 vs sun019.
I will be unboxing my SBBN033 sometime today. Sitting waiting on UPS. Tracking says out for delivery. The suspense is killing me. It will be replacing my Raymond Weil Automatic
Well, they put the wrong address on the shipment. After waiting for UPS all day, I finally had to go to the UPS Service Center to pick it up. I now have on my wrist my shiny new SBBN033 Big Tuna. Worth the wait. Thanks Jory, I owe it all to you. I had never ever heard of a Big Tuna until I started watching your channel. Love the watch
Great video, it triggered on me to get one of this beauties, by the way where you get your SKX print, really cool.
Another great vid! I should contribute for next #tunatuesday. Do you mind sharing the bracelet part number for your tuna? I have been searching online for a few days and could not find a part number!
Now you have 131k subscribers man. Cheers
What's good with Jory Goodman today?
Can u review the nauticfish 2T , expert review for us not so experts ....
Wonderful video you dive deep into the heart of the Tuna. I seek your guidance on the 2018 Ltd Edition 1968 pieces S23626J1. My AD has one and i need to ask you is it a true Golden Tuna worthy to buy?? It’s the Quartz 7c46 5 year battery. Bless you. Cyrus
Thank you! Definitely check out the golden tuna!!!
Does anyone else have squeaky problems with the stock rubber band on the seiko skx007?
i see those nissan hats! im assuming you're a car enthusiast and watch enthusiast as well!
yep. Pins and collars suck. just got a SSC505 (Jimmie Johnson watch, becasue NASCAR) and was extremely happy when the bracelet fit my gorillaish wrists.
on another not, i noticed some Remington ammo boxes on the shelf....... into guns too?
+jared packer :D 2A
From my cold dead hands! ive noticed, especially because i am in a car club, a lot of car guys are into watches, and vice versa. also, a lot of those guys are into guns too.
I have very skinny wrists. The small lug to lug size makes it wear just fine on small wrists. If you can wear an SKX007 with ease, the Tuna will be close. Don't be scared of the tuna, guys!
Love that watch. It's on my short list of watches to get.
Don't forget, that is a special quartz movement , it's only available in the tuna, and it's historically accurate as they were originally offered in quartz with this serviceable movement. As a former owner of a submariner I like that it doesn't look like a submariner. .and I don't plan on ever spending multiple thousands for a watch again. It's on my wish list .
About to order one of these..
Pin and collar is nasty. Don't know why they insist on it?
Would you say this was on par or better than the MM300 automatic?
Great commentary on the Tuna :-)
Is there a smaller version?
Beauty. Put it on a isofrane
Thanks
Woah O_0 the case of the watch looks so powerful
That's why I have my local jeweler resize my Seikos.
Love the video as always! thanks
60,000 more subscribers since this video :) congrats!
I wish they made it solar powered. Although the accumulator might require maintenance where a replaceable battery will not, still I find solar powered watches the way to go
My guess is because a solid pin is stronger than a regular cotter pin.
I just paid $1900 for this watch, albeit the newer model. Basically the same watch though.
Bought on a omega seamaster 200m (quartz) for 750 and because i didn't know the service history i did let it services for 450 at omega. Grand total of 1200 on a quartz.
A bit pricey but have to say its a beauty ....Wrist shot looks like a UFO that's crashed in a forest
+The Time Teller Maybe you should compare this to the Sinn UX? Only a bit over double the price of this watch ;)
I want a seiko diver really badly. I like the marinemaster, but that watch is way over spec'd for my needs.
The Pin & Collar system isn't childproof.
Love the looks,but not a fan of the price, the movement and the size.
I Love your enthusiasm for this watch, unfortunately after buying a Padi Solar Tuna you are now tempting me towards its bigger brother 😉
Excellent watch.
I love my 031!
The only time I'd see 300M (let alone 50M) is if someone clubbed me, tied an anvil to my waist and dropped me in the ocean.
Damnit! I just bought this watch on Amazon. Wish I would have gone through the link
How do you like it? Is it worthy of the hye?
not my idea of a thousand dollar quartz but thats just my opinion
Hi Jory! Greetings from Italy 🇮🇹 I love your Channel! 💓 You bought an amazing quartz watch! Of course! Cheers. Wolf (Italy) 👍🤩
just 300m ? what happen to their 1000m?