Seiko 5 Sports - SRPD65K4 - A gateway drug into watch collecting!
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- The new Seiko 5 Sports range maybe a perfect option for those people who want to dip their toe into the world of mechanical automatic watches.
The Seiko brand has a depth of history, and the value for money factor is very high with Seiko.
My model is the SRPD65K4, which has the 4R36 module a black face, dark gunmetal body, with a greenish khaki nato strap.
For me this watch ticks a lot of boxes for what I want from a watch at this price point-
A see-through case back
Hackable
Manual wind and automatic
100m water resistant
A good flexible size and a practical tough design.
It looks very very similar to the hugely popular, older Seiko SKX.
By the way, I think in hindsight i would recommend getting the braceletted version of this one - the SRPD65K1, (if they are same price) the nato strap this comes with is nice enough, but you could buy a replacement nato for not much money, and the colour matched bracelet looks pretty good too.. (so you may save money in the long run, if u intend on buying more straps for it down the line.).
... Just my thinking after owning it for while. (I still really like it and wear it almost every day)
The other one worth thinking of is the SRPD79K1... the blacked out one... that looks super cool... the LUME is not very good on that model, but apart from that its a very cool looking option.
biscuitsalive Are there any differences between the K1 and K4 or are they the exact same, just different strap?
Love the video, cheers!
Kevin Yi I’m pretty sure they are identical but with diff straps.
@@biscuitsalive can you change the straps on the SRPDK4 Seiko5? I guess what i'm asking. Can those pins come off and change out to regular band (leather,silicone) or stainless steel band?..
I bought the bracelet version and found that it starts too look cheap within a few days as the coating rubs off with every tiny scratch. How do you find the case has held up on yours? The shop refuses to refund the watch I bought even though it has severe misalignment issues. Currently I really regret buying this watch.
I was looking at the K1 braclet version as well but that will cost me about €120 more than the NATO K4. I just went ahead with the K4.
Three years later and watching this. I rarely comment but this was a fantastic review. Thank you very much for your time.
Do you have any scratch on your watch case?
They are nice watches . I am thinking of getting one . All my automatic watches are only 10 bar . I don't dive . Sometimes I fall in the back yard pool . Lol
Man every single word you uttered in this video is like exactly coming out of my mind. I bought the SRPD61K1 Green and we both are exactly on the same boat with how new and excited we are into this Mechanical Watch world ☺️ Hi5 from India.
I bought the exact same model because of this high quality review and I couldn't be happier. Thank you!
Nice to hear.
I put it back on this morning for the first time in a while and remembered why I like it. :)
I just got this watch on Black Friday Sale. My first Automatic. Yeah I'm hooked!
what was the price on BF?
@@polosatiki honestly, at their normal price on the grey market, they are well worth the money. They'll last 10 years easily.
You are right about Sieko. I have 2 . You can start at a Seiko 5 and one day get a Grand Seiko spring drive . I love all Japanese stuff . Even the cars are better.
For the 99.9% of people who don't dive to the depth of 200m the water resistance of 100m is ample. I have a watch that's 500m is been in the bath and that it. Most people just want to be assured if you dip you hand in the sink or drop it down the bog the watch will be okay. Bought a Seiko 5 while my watch is being serviced, they are fantastic value for money.
I love these new SRPD watches from Seiko. I started my mechanical watch journey with a $1000 Seiko SPB315 “Slim turtle”.
I just bought the SRPD53K1 and my copy is absolutely flawless, or nearly perfect. All the indices line up with the chapter ring and bezel markers, I can not see any flaws in the dial or case, the bezel action is crispy and satisfyingly clickable. It keeps time +- 5 seconds per day.
Actually the movement runs slower dial side up, and faster crown side up. So when I set my watch down for the night, it gains the time it lost overnight.
Best $250 I’ve ever spent on a watch.
Really do like the window in the back see it moving doing it's thing keeping track of time it really is a piece of art
You sound like you are going to get sucked into this hobby too. :)
Its nice to have something to collect that you can pass down the generations etc. i will be hovering over eBay and looking for second hand watch bargains i think.
@@biscuitsalive it's a possibility so many designs and meanings behind watches like time itself we look at time respect the time we have but time don't care about us it just keeps on ticking and the same thing goes for when time started getting recorded there's so much meaning but little time to play you have a family I think it will be a great things to hand out and give them something to remember You by always been fascinated how they keep time I'm the engineering that's gone into it I used to collect Zippo lighters and I don't even smoke all because I found one when I was a kid and it was a pretty old one still have it till this day and a couple more got rid of some which was a stupid thing to do maybe one day you get a custom watch specially built and made for you that would definitely worth keeping in the family thanks for the video thanks for sharing your hobbies and interests and hope you and your family have a nice Friday and weekend that's if the weather holds up🙏🏻👍
I bought the brown one and a brown leather strap from Hirsch.
Great👍. I love the history of Seiko
and the oldschool look with mecanic inside.
Same with my camera. Fuji X.
Or my Golf-clubs... Mizuno forged blade irons.
These a not only a watch, camera or golfclub. The spirit make these things so nice and lovely❤
(Sorry for my bad english😉)
I own the exact same watch. It's a joy to have it in my collection. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about the timepiece with you. I enjoyed watching. 👊😎
These are great starter watches and very practical. When I started earlier this year, the 7S36 movements were still being sold and these 4S36 movements are better because they have stop seconds hand and hand-wind features
Just picked up mine in avocado green. Can’t stop staring at it! It’s a beautiful watch mate. Also have the same G-shock! … here’s to getting into the watch word 🍻
I have the same exact watch, I have tons of watches and this particular one I can't seem to take off. I literally wear it everyday, if you think about purchasing this watch "IT'S A MUST GET WATCH"!!!
Solid choice for your first dip into mechanical watches. Seiko has a long standing and significant history within the industry. They nearly took down the Swiss! Which would have been tragic. And I do also agree with your philosophy about watch collecting in terms of thoughtfullness, e.g. adding value and discovering horology through these timepieces. I ordered a pair of the rubber strap variants of this model, one as a gift and one for me. I'm really looking forward to seeing your future acquisitions. And I'm glad I stumbled upon your channel! Wear the watch in good health! - Paul
Hi! what is the model number for the rubber strap variant?
Thanks for sharing! I just ordered this watch.
Hey, what a great review. I’m looking for a replacement/upgrade to my SKX007j and this looks like it might just fit the bill. Lovely stealth look (without being too aggressive or over the top) and with its dimensions the same as my SKX it will wear just fine. Thank you for the detail, the information and the unbiased views; these are all much appreciated in this world of “sponsored” reviews. Keep up the good work....
PS my model is now on order :-)
Enjoyed the video! Love seeing people getting into Horology, and the excitement of their first proper watch. Seiko is my favorite brand. I wear my Prospex Diver and Sarb033 more than my Rolex Oyster Perpetual.
Thanks. Yep I’ve bought more than 15 watches since this vid. :)
It’s a interest that quickly grips you isn’t it.
Still haven’t got anything Swiss yet so need to take a punt there.
Got German, Chinese’s, Japanese brands, divers, chronographs, field watches, pilot watches, digital, automatic, manual wind etc etc.
I keep spotting more and more that I want to try out.
Any suggestions for my first Swiss?
I don’t really want to spend more than £400 on any watch. Keep things under control a bit that way.
@@biscuitsalive Honestly 400 for a Swiss watch is difficult, but you can have a look at the Tissot PRX quartz model !
Great review for starters! A little advice, don't read about Seiko spring drive, it will make you want one.
im with you there... if i had the spare cash....
Good looking, and the movement using the new 4r36 is a plus, although the accuracy is not improve, regulate it is a must.
Good solid automatic, mine has the same black face as you are showing here. It feels just right on my 7 1/8" inch wrist, not huge. but still substantial. My first Seiko, so I am banking on their history and reputation. Still have a Timex for quartz accuracy but this one could become my daily driver.
Solid watch will definitely hold up up to you extreme activities you do and looks great
hardlex is great! it definitely isn't a deal breaker and also compared to mineral, it is quite a significant amount better and is not far from sapphire in terms of scratch resistance. i don't have a single scratch on my srpd's hardlex crystal after a year and a half of heavy outdoor use just for anyone looking to buy this watch that want to know
Glad I found ur channel , I bought my first seiko 5 the other day as featured on my crappy youtube channel , also have a 7002 made before the skx, 29 yrs old with orange dial , amongst others cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧 confused by why you state prices in dollars when ur in the uk cheers Shane
People that don't dive getting mad it doesn't go 200m. That's the only reason they hate on this one. But it's an improvement in other aspects.
Becoz of your review I bought it today, wating for delivery 😊
It is a subtle shade of brown. The lume is incredibly bright. I felt that a samurai warrior was holding my hand.
I have "shot" the SRPD65K3 with rubber strap for 179€ (about $195).
The piece is a real Strap Queen.
Rubber and Nato fits perfect.
But also on leather makes the watch look good.
Hi where did you get such a great price on this watch?
loved the information in your video, I'm looking at the SRPD63K1 as a daily beater....bringing out the drug dealer scales was a shock haha (I know they are jewellery scales)
I've the same scales to make sure my dealer doesn't get greedy. Gotta keep em honest right 😉🤣
great review also new to proper watches, this is my second Seiko.
Outstanding review. Thanking you for sharing your view.
Didn't realise you liked watches and had videos on them, great video
I bought the same watch only becoz of you .... gentlemen nice review.....self medications I ll buy within couple of days😊
I have a Rolex vintage Datejust Gold and I'd say the G-Shock is a dead serious watch. Its freakin indestructible for a start, has 200m WR, has mineral lens and is more accurare especially the solar Atomic Wave ceptors.
Wear my G Shock steel more rhan my Rolex, Tudors, Breitlings, etc. I am an fan of mechanical watches but the Gshock got me shook for its practicality
“……there is something for everyone…” - the very reason seiko succeeds..
Appreciate all of the info as a noob to mechanical watches, have the blacked out version on the way!
Thanks for this great review
Great review, I just purchased one and this watch tiks off most of the boxes for what I was looking for. I will be replacing the crystal with saphire double dome AR and replace the minute and second hand with another color, but that's just me :)
I’m still wearing it most days.
I highly recommend the Unkle seiko formed waffle strap.
Makes it really comfortable and it holds its position.
I’ve been fine with the hardlex glass. No marks on it so far
Srpd65k4 and srpd65k3 which is better
If you are into watches then Vostok Amphibia and Komandirskie are must buy !
How do you download apps onto it?
🙂
XD.
The Royal Mail delivers the apps. Takes about 6 weeks. :)
@@biscuitsalive Lol
I used the play store
This is a beautiful watch. The gunmetal finish is exquisite. The only problem is the nato strap which is flimsy and cheap.
Luckily the 22mm lugs means it’s very easy
To get a new strap
I just got this and I fell in love.
Check out the fitted Unkle seiko waffle strap. It’s amazing on this watch.
Makes it super comfortable (may do a video on it if I get a chance)
biscuitsalive Nice! I got me a pink black strip strap. Loving it more. Amongst the sports line this one's the most versatile when it comes to strap changes.
What is your wrist size?
Superb review and very nice closeup shots there!! Your reviews are solid!
On a side note, was wondering whether did you modify this watch?
and also, as of today, any additional thoughts about this watch?
Best
Alven.
I still really like this watch.
The black coating hasn’t worn off. And it’s resisted scratches very well.
I put a unkle seiko former waffle
Strap on it and it’s now much more comfortable.
Highly recommended.
If you look at my more recent collection video you can see that strap on the watch.
I just bought one tonight, Black Friday, after thinking about watches for 2 years. I then immediately bought 3 more watches; so it's true....gateway drug.
Super ! Merci biscuitsalive !
Yep get same problem with crown protection lugs. I used 1000 ad 2000 grit wet n dry paper and gently smoothed the points rounder. Jobs a gooden
100 meters doesn't cut it for serious diving?
Try diving to 100 meters and say it again😂
Nice looking seiko ..I have the orange dial version and like it very much 😀👍👍
Just waiting from mine... Exactly the same but steel bracelet. How has it been? Is still ok? Did it weared off much? Both outside and inside.
Afraid of the vaporized "black" treatment the alloy gets. Wearing out.
Джек Дениэлс👍
Macro video👍
😁✊
That's it, i'm ordering it now.
Its cheaper now to get a Seiko Prospex Kinetic 200m. The Orient Kamasu or Citizen 300m ProMaster EcoDrive are still the best value diver watches by miles.
Who says it’s the replacement? The watch community or the actual company. I doubt everyone wearing dive watches especially skx: go diving. It’s more for fashion aka beater watches. I don’t really like how these are stepped on by every watch snob. They are decent!
But very nice watch overall I need something with no batteries involved.
Try the website Crown&Buckle they have very nice nato straps to compliment this watch. Nice review.
best watch ever ❤️
is a nice watch...but at similar price and if you are looking for a diver..just get Orient Ray 2..
I was considering a Ray II but these new Seiko 5 releases have more visual pop and when face to face with a srpd95, I went with the Seiko. Both fine watches.
Great balanced review 👌🏼
Very nice watch but hard to justify that price, so many cheaper options like the orient line (ray,mako, kamasu ect). I modded my skx013 with a sapphire crystal, 007 hands, NH36 movement and a strapcode bracelet for not much more than these go for.
Yep I hear that. But price will come down. And I’m very happy with the quality and finish of mine. It does have attention to finish and detail the skx doesn’t quite have. (Shame about the 100m thou) It seems to be exactly 6.5 secs fast per day too. So easy to regulate to be very very accurate.
I’ve put it on a handmade leather strap and it looks just right to me.
I am looking at getting some higher up seikos now. But still very happy with this one.
biscuitsalive when do you expect the prices to go down? I’ve chose to buy the srpd 79 (the blacked out “street” one) but I can’t find it anywhere around the $200 price range. Where did you buy yours?
Do you think i could get away with this on a 6.5 inch wrist?
Hi where will you get these serviced from and how much a service will cost as after a little bit of research I have found out that these need to be serviced after every 3 to 5 years.
By the way the seiko r34 , movement’s contain 2 plastic cogs , that apparently strip teeth when the plastic starts getting old ,, bit of useless info there cheers Shane uk
what is the difference between the srpd91
nvm i found the answer they are just in different regions
For anyone getting into mechanicals...get an Orient Ray for almost half the price of this Seiko and thank me later. Great video tho, subscribing right now
ATT been debating between this and the Ray Raven 2. The price is great on that orient!
@@carlosgonzalez7204 it doesn't have the look or the "tool" style of the Seiko 5 or the SKX, but it's a pretty nice watch, I got it in black and I'm quite happy with it. Very accurate too (at least the one that I got). It's a watch that doesn't stand out and you can wear it with any clothes you want. I looked the Raven too but it seemed too much black for me.
ATT thanks for the info. Can you do a video comparing the two? Would be a great video!
ATT Thanks for the info. Can you do a video comparing the 2? That would be awesome!
I have both.. sorry the orient doesnt come anyway close to this seiko...
I vastly prefer the Orient Kamasu over this or the original SKX myself. Much better specs and looks in my humble opinion. Each to their own though and enjoy your watch it does look smart . Wish there was a lume pip on these.
Nice review though mate.
How’s the kamasu working? Any issues until now?
@@hrishikeshparab1236 it’s great mate. Go for it
Damn this watch is 385 on Amazon now
Do you see any difference between this and SRPD91?
Oh Oh ! Sounds like you've been bitten by the watch bug. Time to never watch any more reviews on UA-cam and forums or it will be too late, and you'll end up in that deep deep hole called horology .. lol. Nice choice for your first Seiko though. I predict you won't stop at one 😲
What time does your seiko changes it date?
Great vid, thanks. Does this model take 20mm or 22mm straps?
I’m 90% sure it’s 22.
But I don’t have it handy to check right now.
Where's it mentioned made in japan??
Im just worried about the numbers on the rotating bezel. Will they wear out overtime?
If its anything like the SKX007/009 then no. Unless if you really beat on it.
100 m is the minimum for a dive watch, only watch snobs think it’s 200m, the lack of a screw down crown is more of an issue.
The perfect watch dimensions are I would say similar to the Rolex submariner from the 70s. 39 mm in diameter and something you can wear a shirt over to cover your watch with your shirt sleeve. With these watches they’re too big
I agree 39-40mm is the best sweet spot for most people.
But I do think that popularity of the SKX line is mainly due to the sizing of this watch.
It has a huge following, and if it was too big it just wouldn’t be as popular as it is.
So I think that does suggest most people agree with me on that one.
But of course everyone has different tastes and different sized wrists.
(My wrists are just a bit smaller than average, and I think it fits me fine.)
Have a look at my most recent watch collection vid. It’s on a new formed strap now, and it’s super comfortable on that.
panagranit pana ....oh! That's really interesting. Obviously you have the 70's Rolex Submariner since you can compare it to this watch. Don't get me wrong, i'm not implying for a minute you don't have one and you have just googled that information. I mean, not you but only a total buffoon would do such a thing. One thing though, if you do have a Rolex Submariner from the 70's, why in the name of god are you looking at a Seiko 5?
Another thing, how often do you get your Rolex serviced? Just asking in case i ever get one.
68blues Yeah I have a Tiffany’s
Submariner and I guess I’m lucky because with that watch you know you can wear it a dress shirt you can sleep comfortably most of the time you don’t have to take it off but these watches have gone too the large size ...they’re good for what they are but you know they need to come down in dimension. Why are you don’t believe somebody could have a submariner from the 70s wow?
And how am I a buffoon if I have a Rolex and I’m looking at this watch that is such a an elitist thing to say that means if you have one Rolex you too good to look at a Seiko or whatever the this was? But having a very fine watch like a rolex shows you a other watches shortcomings you know like if the watch is big and bulky you know you might like that for a while but after a while it’s just too much you know and so is it the Rolex is good because it is something that you can wear every day and you could take it scuba diving
How do you use scales buddy?
hi, I like your casio g shock-would you be so kind and writing it's number and name, I cannot find it-exactly like yours - which i would definitely buy....thank you.
Do u mean this one? I have a few
ua-cam.com/video/cQrrfxdA-pg/v-deo.html
You talk about everything under the sun but fail to mention a very important fact about whether the crown is a screw down or push pull.
How price
Lug size
22mm
How has the finish on the case held up over time? Thanks!
Yep it has. I have a nasty scratch across the bezel. But the rest has held up perfectly.
@@biscuitsaliveDoes the coating fell off or Easily scratched off after these times?Thanks
@@MalvTzy no. Still have it years later and it’s holding up well.
Just a bezel scratch on mine.
Have you noticed any wear on the PVD coating over time?
No. And I wear it lots. Very sturdy. Looks like new still.
Not that I’ve bashed it much though.
@@biscuitsalive good to know thanks, I'll be ordering the stealth 79k1.
200 dollar what are you smoking? More like 350usd... 320 to 390usd here in Sweden anyways..
How many JD's do you down a day ? Came here for the watch though.
Been watching these watches and they seem a little bit too big in diameter and also the height of the watch seems to be really big. I think that’s the only drawback I can see.
They are not thin. But I think the diameter is spot on for 95% of wrist sizes.
Great size for even medium small wrists in my opinion.
But a bit thick to slip easily under a dress shirt I agree.
No lume pip on the bezel...no meaning for diver.
U still like this watch?
Yep I do. Prob my 4th most worn watch.
Much better on a Unkle seiko strap tho
@@biscuitsalive Nice mate good to hear, I just got the all black version the srpd79, im actually loving how it looks with the nato
Gateway huh? Uh oh lol I just got one 🤣
Hey great video. Just a little note, this model is the SRPD91 not the SRPD65K4. The difference is the SRPD65K4 doesn't have the little print at the 6 o'clock and is the American model and the 91 is the Canadian version. This is according one of the answered questions in the amazon.com profile for the SRPD91. You can check it out here www.amazon.com/Seiko-SRPD91-5-Automatic/dp/B07ZJRTXFW/ref=pd_ybh_a_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=E9CHQK8SXEAVZR4ZWZ45
That’s odd.
It was listed as I stated when I bought it.
Somebody is telling fibs.
Selling?;)
Na. Still love it. Put it on the formed uncle Seiko waffle strap and it’s even better.
biscuitsalive
I was just joking. I actually wore a Seiko 5 through many years of reserve army service as a backup.
And although it was rated for 30m water restaurant only, I swam and showered with the thing - no problem.
Now, it had the 7s26 movement.
The 4r36 - that your watch has can be regulated quite well to about ~5secs/day.
That will be the best $25 spent
Are you a Dem Bay?
I don’t know what that is.
How dare you call this your first proper watch when you have a g shock laying around,which looks as cool and is has as cool heart of g shock which is also amazing and the magic like sensors and durability,I love mechanical watches too
Now about that mouthwash you are drinking............
Yuck, that intro
fashion watch, such a shame seiko
I understand the criticism, but I don’t agree.
Better movement, hacking, winding etc. And the finish is really high. Been wearing it daily for weeks now and I’m still enjoying it.
Not a mark on it and I surf, kite surf, and I’m on the beach lots. It’s been a solid choice.
100m is fine for active in the water use.
But of course if your a diver then 100m isn’t for you.