Does it live up to the HYPE? Seiko SPB147 Watch Review

[@Casualcollector2024]

I just bought this exact model as my first and only Seiko. I am pleasantly surprised by the accuracy! I really love the way it sits on my wrist, perfect proportions. I just ordered an aftermarket oyster bracelet from straocode…will see how that suits the Spb147. All in all, the amazing look, the quality and (in my case) great movement with a real 70h of power reserve makes it a killer watch and is worth every penny I bought it for!

[@MrFredrictai]

Is that Bond's snoring in the background? Oh, he is, and across the room!!

[@mrbacalhau01]

I have one for 6 months and it is brilliant, I bought a strapcode metal bracelet and the watch looks amazing

[@stevenschoenfeld2331]

I did exactly as you, bought the SPB 147 (no lume pip by my date window) and eventually put it on a Strapcode metal bracelet, looks great however on mine one of the end links has some play so not a perfect fit.

[@DeeKay1911]

SPB149 here and swapped for the Strapcode as well

[@skyemoviesF89]

What model of Strapcode bracelet did you get for it?

[@davemck1887]

No Mr Bond, I expect you to snore.

[@tylerp8218]

Just picked up this model from Russell jewellers, they are awesome. You’re review factored in my choice as well, thanks Oleg! I prefer the richness of this compared to the 143 also. Love the pop of gold over the brown dial, amazing 🤩

[@fendushi]

This is my favourite Seiko in my collection. Strap changes are super easy too without scratching the watch.

[@tylerloy]

I cannot wait to get one! been doing so many UA-cam videos and reviews and it has been a hard decision, as so many of these SPB dials are gorgeous. Brown it is for me though! SPB fam I'm coming in hot! Great review!

[@hichambenmira]

The dial looks very interesting. I wouls say i am a fan of the "brownish" dial. Seiko did nail it with this model.

[@emmanueltsI5]

Seiko SPB 145: love it!

[@alokela]

Sir
I've purchased this one after viewing this video and this watch is awesome. I'm very much impressed with your verdict in this video.Thank you bro.🙏🙏🙏

[@1000lightyrs]

I missed Bond in the beginning, but then I saw what you're wearing. Nice one dude.

[@khronokraze]

I had the earlier version without the lume marker by the date. Much prefer that. It was a was a fantastic watch. Not at first. It ran like sh!t out of box at at least -30 s/d. I regulated myself and it became one of my best accurate watch at around+1.5 s/d. Bezel action was great and perfectly aligned. Love the tones of this one. Perfectly patina'd.. I personally don't think it was over done. I've seen much more before. I'd say overall the look is rather subtle. The bezel isn't black but a dark grey. The gold is a more pale gold tone and not THAT yellow. The lume is just creamy enough. I think the blue glow compliments both the brown and gold tones. Even the diashield tones down the stainless steel and makes it look a little grey. All these elements combined make it very soft, warm and pleasing to the eyes.
I did get the OEM bracelet for it as it should have the diashield and match the stainless steel tone of the watch.. although it is ridiculously expensive at nearly $300. I might be reluctant to try anything aftermarket as I doubt they will have diashield coating and not match the watch case exactly.
I would definitely say this is Seiko's BB58 equivalent model line. A modern interpretation of early heritage dive watch for respective brand.

[@mohammedislam5130]

Mine is running -25 sec per day :( how much does it cost to regulate a 6r35

[@khronokraze]

@@mohammedislam5130 no idea? I just did it myself for free. I suppose if u want to try yourself, at most it could cost you a timegrapher so at least you can see what you're doing.

[@mohammedislam5130]

@@khronokraze thanks, i have no idea how to do this. I will take it back to the AD for warranty

[@vagaboots]

It's pretty sad that such a beautiful and pricey watch has such an erratic time accuracy out of the box.. I have been on the fence wanting to buy this timepiece for a while but the cheap movement puts me off each time;(

[@PedroSilva-yg8el]

I have for one and a half year and the movement has two different personalities: on and off the wrist it can go to - 20 sec/day; always on the wrist (not taking off for sleeping, just for taking a shower) goes pretty good: in average - 2 / -3 sec/day!

[@mentalplane]

Thanks for the explanation for the lume pip at 3 oclock. Was wondering why there were 2 different versions.

[@chirpywiggins5796]

Lovely piece, I just picked up the Seiko Monster Antarctica Save The Ocean and that too is stunning 😍

[@ollyw2897]

Just bought it. It’s a stunner! 👌🏻

[@BillSmith1]

I have my SPB 147 since the end of April, it was in a short list of watches I wanted to get, and oddly enough wasn't my first choice. My other two choices weren't available at my local dealer (Knar Jewelry in Oakville) that was doing curbside pickup, seeing this watch in person changed my mind, I'm glad I did. I have one of the earlier versions without the 3 o'clock lume pip, I could care less either way because the dial is gorgeous. Seiko pretty much hit it out of the ball park. Now, I also agree, the OEM strap while soft is only ok. I wound up getting an Uncle Seiko tropic strap and that's been on my 147 ever since.

[@resjon7981]

Extra lume pip not an issue but they should have kept the beveled edge around the date window. I have the older SPB143 and it's a keeper running minus 5 secs out of the box.

[@angelos6817]

Wow! A seiko bezel that looks like it is aligned well. I might have a look at this one myself.

[@KirksDrumRoom]

Bond rules! So do your reviews. Always informative.

[@AliasEveWatches]

It's a beautiful watch! I can see why it's a grail for some people. 😁

[@LAVA1980]

Love the dial! Great video..... snoring bond cracked me up.

[@javierrodriguez7759]

who knew we all wanted the same thing 😂 I love that you can pick up a 143 bracelet for $80

[@azadr9231]

Great review thank you. I am looking to buy this watch later in the year.

[@jimmyschiel3863]

Bond is just bored as you didn't buy an aftermarket strap from him. Great video and great watch, I agree a signed crown is a must, how much does it really add to the price.

[@duncanchiu3659]

Can confirm, Russell jewelers is awesome. Great collection of Seikos too

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

Great video. Still some what over priced. On a side note, the crown is not knurled, knurling is a crosshatch pattern.

[@Visitor555]

My favourite Seiko ever, thanks for review man, ill sell couple of my watches and i hope to get it on a great price. Cheers!

[@HOKA..75]

The cherry on top your video was the snoring. Lol. You could do a video of just Mr. Bond and his snoring abilities. 😜

[@davids.6813]

My SPB143 looks awesome on the gray Bond Nato strap I got from Mr. Bond. If you have one of these watches get one of these Natos for it. You won't be disappointed.

[@frankkollar2278]

I like the lume pip at the 3 o'clock I don't like the way it interrupts the minute track it looks a bit like an afterthought to me Cheers and sweet dreams Mr Bond

[@squinkygordon1322]

They added the 3:00 lume pip prior to the 2021production. The one I have is from Dec of 2020 and has it.

[@pierremartin9048]

Nice watch, that brown looks better than I thought. Good job on the vids.

[@MikeSmith-er1qs]

LOL, next time PLEASE get some video of him sleeping and snoring. Love that dog!

[@quatretemps]

I think I hear Mr Bond snoring at the 1:13 mark 🤣

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

Lovely watch, you are right though with the crown. It's a little let down that even at this price range they still aren't signing the crown

[@CalixaCal]

You should always include the lume shot. Anyway, great review!

[@rudyvirupakshaiah5818]

Are there two versions of the 147? I see some with lume @ 3 and others without it ? This looks like 239 without the nato straps ?

[@antikarlo1212]

I think this is a spb145j1 boutique..not spb147

[@alessandroleali1233]

hearing Mr Bond snoring 🤣🤣, i also have two of them, they are so crazy and lovely. By the way the spb147 is fantastic.

[@andreaiacolina]

I like this chocolate dial. Looks pretty nice.

[@hmr171]

Sound effects by Mr. Bond

[@PukaHeadMan]

Very good informative review!

[@Thiago-qt3tw]

Great video! Great review! They lost me on the white date, is the only thing that I can see on the dial. Cheers from Toronto!

[@markplayford5836]

Another fantastic review Oleg. Your dead right the unsigned crown would of been one of Jody’s niggles for sure. Does nothing for me this watch, I get the vintage vibe but it’s a plain Jane really. Never heard Bond snoring either.

[@thomaskuhn6541]

So if it was your money, would you buy this watch? Just asking because I picked up the SPB213 about a month ago when it was released in Canada. Returned it after three days, liked the size, profile and quality of the watch, but not for C$1750.

[@Jikaninja]

Yep, I got it and returned it then bought 2 San Martin 62mas homage which has better finishes, better specs and only cost me $470 for both the grey and blue one……Seiko’s price is getting so ridiculous now……for Omega, Longine, Ball, Sinn, prices for a Seiko? If it is a Grand Seiko, now, that’s a different story!

[@moncherias]

Mr. Bond is clearly living his best life! 🐶 💤

[@ameralkhatib]

Hey. Thanks for the review! Quick question: is the bezel colour matched or is it grey/black? It's really hard to tell in photos and other videos.

[@gideon5454]

Bezel is dark grey/black

[@Ninono7878]

Nice review as always! If you buy an after market steel strap, id love a mini video about it ;) Cheers from France

[@squinkygordon1322]

The watch is coated in Seiko's propriety Diashield which gives the stainless steel of the case a grayish tint. An aftermarket bracelet is not going to exactly match the case of the watch. I sourced an OEM bracelet from ebay for $250.00. The seller had removed it from a SPB149 (talk about not being a bracelet guy), so it has the same coating and matches perfectly. It takes the watch to another level. In my opinion, the added presence of the SS bracelet tones down the gilt on the dial a bit.
Gnomon watches also sells the OEM bracelet for $290.00. It was confirmed for me by email that they are coated in Diashield.

[@scottlalonde2878]

Nice review, Man. Thank you...

[@kenildoggy]

Thanks for sharing this watch Oleg! :)

[@jimmason8502]

If it had come on a bracelet I would have bought this over the SPB143.

[@JohnBuckmaster-sw3wm]

Thanks for the great review… I like it… But I like it Enough to buy it at $700... I love the Seamaster that you’re wearing though!

[@timelesssneakersandwatches]

Such a great watch, I just don't like the "Gen 2" dial with the added lume marker at 3 o clock. I feel it throws the symmetry off. But it does look fantastic overall. Great video brotha 😁👍

[@timelesssneakersandwatches]

@@saintmickey I did lol 😂😂 and now I own the 213 which has the plot and I've gotten use to it lmao

[@briancolyer8483]

It's a very cool watch and looks fantastic, would be look much better on steel or leather....I do somewhat struggle with the price though....personally there are others I'd pick up first when spending that amount of money....🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⌚🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⌚

[@markjohn1910]

Keep coming back to this watch , got to have it . Good review

[@paoloincanada]

Love the watch! I went with the SPB143. What are your thoughts on the SPB213 version? Tnx

[@richardmesser1091]

You could slide a rubber keeper over that strap, and remove the metal one.

[@Felix_love_watches]

Appreciate the review mate, from a watch enthusiasts perspective what’s your opinion on Seiko’s current marketing strategy? (As they are targeting selling the most units of watches with most varieties?) is it working for them?

[@pablogonzalez8304]

Nice watch! I'd much rather have a better knurled bezel then a signed crown.

[@a_single_white_female]

I don't understand why people pine for a signed crown. It does nothing functional.

[@screamOP172]

I'v always contemplated to get this even after I got my BB58. Thinking this could be a daily beater gilt watch. But I NEVER have any good perfect seiko, always misalignments and bad timekeeping with my 2 previous prospex watches. Now this watch just looks boring to me after months of watching reviews even when I couldve gotten it at $400 cheaper.

[@simonwright6882]

Great looking watch although seiko should offer a bracelet option. I already have a bb 58 so I would go for the 143.

[@squinkygordon1322]

I got lucky and was able to source the OEM bracelet that came off the LE version. It was $250.00 on ebay. It takes the watch to the next level!
Before happening upon that deal, I'd done some searching and Gnomon watches offers the factory bracelet with Diashield coating, like the case, for $290.00. This was verified by email.
The Diashield coating gives the SS a grayish hue and an aftermarket bracelet will not be an exact match to the case.
That personally wasn't going to work for me, although it would've been a less expensive option. I blame that on my OCD when it comes to my watches. It's an incurable sickness!
Here's the link if you're interested.
www.gnomonwatches.com/collections/seiko-accessories/products/seiko-bracelet-for-prospex-sbdc101-105-107

[@shawnlavigne9069]

Sign the darn crown. Good one liner. The 6r35 is always a question mark for me at this price point. Am I wrong, is it trustworthy?

[@24hourstime]

I haven’t had any problems with 6R35 movements personally. But there are some stories on the forums of people having to send their watches for repairs.

[@bayflowshow65]

How would you feel if there was a James Bond 007 strap to create a working man's Omega Seamaster? That project is calling me right now!

[@diahndrummond8238]

Bond was getting very load at the end there. No problem nice review.🤠

[@AlbertKel]

The movement sucks. My watch slows with 25-30 s/d. Impossible to regulate.

[@davidb9531]

Trying to justify owning this and a bb58 with its Gilt also, justified!

[@albertohernandeza5661]

The dog! 😂😂😂

[@TheSexyoyster]

How much should I pay for one?

[@jb6027]

Love the vintage look! Thank goodness no faux lume.

[@danielmelendez9943]

U said spb 143 but you list SPB 147?

[@jamesblonde2271]

Look, I love this watch but £6000 or even £1500 its too much for a retro fashion peice with Seikoon the dial......£500 more than a Muhle Pro Mare...Seilo's price structure has gone chuffing tonto, this watch would be great value at £700 but at or near £2000 the value equation falls off a cliff for this brand, same goes for prospex and presage.

[@jamesblonde2271]

Shagging yellow loom too.

[@davidb9531]

Have you confused this watch for something else it retails at £900 with discount available or am I missing something

[@matlindell5022]

Isn’t that the SPB 239?

[@zman8340]

The 143 does

[@HHIto]

Looks like Cousin Tudor 58??

[@mysteriousvlogss5704]

someone is sleeping behind you while you over voices (the snoar) did someone notice ? start 1:12

[@gregorybarry4564]

Not worth a 1000 dollars, apart from the "chocolate/mocha" dial it just looks like a generic Seiko. (Almost like a Casio Duro)
It wouldn't have killed anyone to sign the crown, and especially for 1000 dollars I think you can get a better watch.

[@youtuber-452]

Well i don't tell us which watch?

[@EmrysImmortal]

Seiko doesn't really have a logo

[@BryanO92]

Yeah, the original was signed, the reissue should be signed as well for the huge markup they're asking. No excuse for that.

[@EmrysImmortal]

I don't hear any snoring👍

[@shiznuts]

The difference with the all new SPB239J1 is just the NATO?

[@underachievingwatchcollect1878]

Nice watch but I share Bond’s enthusiasm 😎.

[@watchtube4925]

cute dog haha

[@LesterLovesWatches]

Dr (s)No(re)

[@deanvanlaarhoven1413]

I disagree with the signed Crown argument. I have dressier seiko's that are a bit cheaper with signed crowns. I have more expensive dress sport watches with signed crowns. They are prettier, finer watches. I also have an alpinist without a signed crown. This all makes sense to me as my pretty watches are for indoor events and my outside watches should not have signed crowns. A cleanlined diver and my alpinist are rugged outdoor watches. No signed crown. That is completely appropriate to me. Neither one of those watches has to go to dinner or a symphony with me.

[@mrbacchus6127]

My San Martin is s pretty good facsimile.

[@jamesblonde2271]

I lo

[@petergplus6667]

It's hot cause of the burning price I know right. Not following Seiko on their zombie pricing.

[@kingflip8257]

I DO NOT care about a signed crown. To me it will take away from the tool look of the watch. Plus its just an engrave “S” nothing fancy or special that adds to the look of the watch.

[@feelda303]

who is snoring in there? 😀

[@feelda303]

aaah, nevermind, just got to the point in the video where you explained it... 😆

[@campshay19]

where's Mr. Bond my wife is not impressed! q

[@uzeyourillusion]

SPB 143 is way better than this model

[@Niran333]

To be honest, pretty underwhelming..

[@dandubois3529]

I would NEVER pay 1,000$+ CAN for a Seiko. Plenty of other options instead, so overrated

[@gregorybarry4564]

Wholeheartedly agree!

[@watchesandcaps2566]

You gotta do something about that dog man. I'm not trying to listen to that thing snoring the entire video. Even after moving it I can still hear it clearly over everything.

[@mathieut3197]

Bond snoring is #2 reason why we follow Oleg.

[@gmshadowtraders]

They HYPE is REAL. lol this is the Rolex Submariner killer bro. Don't even hesitate, with the stupid new 3 o'clock lume versions, these older ones will become like gold dust really soon...

[@joshdavis2836]

What do you mean?