$100 Seiko 5: The Best Nautilus Alternative vs $100,000 Patek Watch

[@LeafsAM34]

The way you hold cheaper watches in such a high regard is true class and shows your passion for timepieces. Thank you TGV!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Matthew, your comment is pure class and shows just as much passion. You have my respect sir! O&U! Best regards, TGV

[@SpectreOZ]

Cheaper nay... less expensive 👍

[@looseunit1615]

Yes. A very classy comment. I have watches that cost $600 down to $15 and I enjoy them all.

[@arklow3482]

I can’t like this comment enough!

[@srichards5512]

Couldn’t have said it better myself, The Urban Gentry is my go to watch channel because of its professional and informative content, it’s that good it should be on Netflix.

[@junwoojang2941]

I honestly missed the versus episodes where you compare similar watches, despite their price ranges. More of these episodes please :)

[@alexm2113]

Absolutely do more of these head-to-head videos TGV. I think it's a great way to marry the higher end offerings that Watchbox brings to the table with the more affordable budget-minded foundation your channel has been built on. Excellent video, and I love the stacks of money in the background when you had the Patek on your wrist!!

[@jacc88888]

The Seiko is amazing value. So much watch for the money. However, I just can’t take my eyes of the Nautilus. The finishing and refinement is breathtaking! Agree about the gold on the Seiko, looks a bit cheap. Stainless steel model looks better. Great video.

[@UnseenHero]

Do you by chance know the reference on the stainless steel model? I can't find it online

[@arahmannette5970]

@@UnseenHero it's SNKK47, but good luck finding it, if u do please tell me

[@jacc88888]

David Topchiev what is?

[@ticktalk8055]

If you think the SNKK52 looks like the nautilus, check this Seiko out ifunny.co/fun/e9EytCRz7?s=cl The funny thing about this model is that the design predates the Nautilis by five years.

[@emmacatte]

SEIKO 5 Gang rise up ! Loved the comparison !

[@bassnerd44]

I can honestly say that Seiko got me into caring about watches and tkme keeping. It will always hold a special place in my heart and they will always have them as my go to brand. Thank you for this!

[@NickSkye]

Love these type of absurd comparisons. Absurd only because of the price difference but entirely awesome.

[@lucarsmyself]

Finally my underrated Seiko is going mainstream. The SNKK52 is epic! Deserves much more attention. Thanks, TGV!

[@MrAlcmj]

lucarsmyself the blue dials were hard enough to pick up without this video.. and that was a few years back. Now I’m not even going to attempt the ebay search

[@zeejayyy2571]

They’re going for £300? I thought they’re around 100 dollars?

[@nathanmaynard131]

I have the SNKK52 as well. I absolutely love it. I don’t mind the slightly noisy movement, either. It gives it character and lets you know it’s mechanical!

[@aakash4123]

This guy is legit. I’ve always been a huge fan of iconic timepieces, but my pocket holds me back everytime cuz usually they are highly priced. I’ve discovered an unbelievable range of watches that are cheap and iconic at the same time. Kudos man. Subscribed.

[@kaiserherman7914]

I am facing such a hart time right now, but your videos are always helpling me to calm down, take the mind of my problems. Thank you

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

TGV, whenever I open one of these videos...my credit card sweats nervously in the background.

[@Goob2112]

Lol

[@AleksiJoensuu]

"Yes hello is this Patek? I've been on KZbin and I'm going to need two Nautiluses. Just put it on the card."

[@kevinbrown4006]

Aleksi Joensuu *Nautili 😇

[@crazysheepfilms]

I know, hard to resist that super affordable Royal Oak homage from PP

[@boriazone57]

The 95th Phantom oh yeah! Mine as well. 😂

[@GCbytheway]

To TGV, Im a 20 year old man who just started collecting watches as i grew up watching my father do the same. Because of you, I have found some awesome time pieces that wont cost my arm and leg and you have also given me insight as to what to buy when my budget eventually grows. Tip of the hat to you friend and I wish you all the best. Thanks for great content. Kind regards, Anonymous fan.

[@BijanIzadi]

This is the only intro I like and actually get excited for on youtube ♥️

[@boosfps]

The steel version is definitely more my style. Never realized how much this Seiko case shape was similar to the nautilus until now. Great Video

[@ivdee]

I have one for sale

[@jjjfffppp]

TGV i love every video you put out, my personal favorite are the ones you do about watches under $1000 that are somehow unique like the Junghans Max Bill, the Lorier brand, even one like nth or squale. but you dont miss they are all pure solid gold

[@theurbangentry]

You will be happy to know I will always continue to showcase such brands as I always have, Next week I have an exclusive new brand you will love. You have great taste btw, thank you :D O&U! Best regards, TGV

[@DogestDogeYT]

Everyone loves affordable, quality watches. Keep doing these videos!

[@MWesley111]

I am new to the hobby, Seiko was my first watch followed by an Orient, these watches I can afford, the comparison watch video was useful, and will push me to my next watch find adventure, Seiko needs to work on style, keep these type of reviews coming. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheWayofGrace89]

Just rebought the SARB017, saved $6.5k (Explorer I) and got a little more uniqueness. Not Seiko vs. Patek, but still. I feel you.

[@SauceBossTM]

I’ve had this watch for about 6 months I love it wear it almost every day

[@0907GC]

I love all your vids TGV, but especially the ones that focus on more budget friendly options!

[@jankarstenyabut4203]

Seiko will always be a good choice if you don't have that much money, yet you want something of quality

[@joshsmith7812]

Even if you have money, can't go wrong mate

[@lemesindong]

Your words really stick into my mind when you said "I enjoy my affordable watches just as much as the luxurious one" Such a pure class

[@lemeowskie5983]

I wish I discovered your channel an hour before checking out an SRPB86K1 Seiko. I am a watch newb but learning so much more now. Thanks, and oh, enjoyed this video very much.

[@theurbangentry]

Welcome aboard! Enjoy the journey my friend. Best regards, TGV

[@j_gate]

Thank you for this comparison. Interesting as a style of review but also because I'm such a HUGE fan of the snkk52. After looking at it for years but never deciding to get it my girlfriend bought it for a as I finally passed my driving licence and became a father in the same week. It's stuck to my wrist now and works with a surprisingly wide range of outfits. If these two watches cost the same I would still go for the seiko as I just prefer it's geometry although I do agree about the bracelet. I'd like to echo what others have noted about your respect for affordable but well made watches, classy indeed. Again thank you Guv, all the best!

[@stevenXCV]

Wait, the Nautilus doesn't hack??? My bits were thoroughly unchuffed. Ok ciao!

[@whoknew837]

You can rechuff your bits the current 26-330 S C movement hacks.

[@canonyeo4286]

I don't know of any patek that hack.😅

[@crazysheepfilms]

Right? Hell, even my Orient Kamasu that cost around 0,2% of the Nautilus price (!!) hacks. Then again, the Nautilus / Royal Oak have always been about status first and foremost, and in that regard, who cares about specs and bang for buck haha

[@tab243]

Enjoyable format and looking forward to more. TGV, your originality, personality, and thorough coverage of the subject matter give the larger watch sites a run for their money.

[@chrisl1751]

Alas, there is still one Seiko that has not hit your radar: the SNE039. This is a 37mm daily-wearer with an unusually high quality case, dial, and solid link bracelet with subtle features similar to the Omega Aqua Terra and Rolex Datejust. The high quality construction and detail of the SNE039 create a bit of an outlier in a sub-$150 Seiko and i have plenty of Seiko models for comparison. It's enough to make you think this design was a Seiko R&D project to build the highest level of fit-and-finish into a moderately-priced, solar movement timepiece. Worth a closer look --you will be surprised! Great work TGV, as always.

[@ClassicalProtestant]

TGV is a gentlemen and a scholar. God bless you. I’m grateful for your consistency and character. You’ve remained humble and genuine. I appreciate what you do.

[@m.r.4801]

I finally got my sarb 033... I can’t imagine anything more stylish and perfect than this...

[@golddragon8672]

The finishing on the Seiko 5 is immaculate

[@BMA2.0]

Hi Urban G, Big fan! Thank you for all your content! Im a watch collector in NYC and own Buzz martial arts, a martial arts school. Also member of the Redbar group NYC underground watch club. Found this Gold Seiko before summer 2019. Love it! I’ll take it over the Nautilus any day and pocket the Patel money instead!

[@ethan-qd6oi]

Absolutely love how much work you put into your videos!

[@chriss.7606]

love that Seiko perpetual calendar

[@sonnyxlbright5904]

I've been fleeting in and out of this channel for some time now but after seeing this video, I just had to sub. I feel like I've just been on a crash course in horology. Thanks !!!

[@crispytheone88]

I'm with most everyone here, love these types of video's

[@tods.9947]

I have the Seiko 7017 and the 6139 that you show in your video. Terrific design, technology, and execution that is finally getting the accolades that is deserved. Thank you for showing this improbable comparison except for someone working at your level.

[@oliverjames3441]

Thanks for the great laid back info for a newbie. Didn't know there was a micro adjustment on the clasp of my bracelet. The watch shop that fit my watch didn't tell me. Thanks. Enjoy your great show.

[@importkingz2479]

Newly discovered Channel. I have to say... your videos are exciting to watch and deeply informative. Will be purchasing this watch thanks to you sir!

[@fizixguru101]

In the mad mad world I am so glad that the sane dimension still exists such a balanced review not just objectively but also the balance of Emotions Love seiko myself since I can't invest in a nautilus so I got a high grade copy, and even that cost a fortune only to realise that seiko is original and a lot better than the fake .... and night glow is indeed the best Thank you for your reviews

[@lilmarcus47]

I got the snkk47 (black dial) and it is my favoritt watch.. after the Datejust ofc! Great video!

[@mocha8232]

Look at the close-up, the finishing of the gold Seiko 5 is just good, better than many mid range watches.

[@RowsEdits]

Agree, got one it looks fabulous

[@petershallis2294]

Both of these are obviously iconic timepieces, I’ve owned a Seiko 5 since 1982 and although I’m never going to be in the market for a five figure watch I really am starting to “get” the Nautilus.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Peter, I am very much the same way, not really a Patek fan, but I respect the history. How do. you feel about the Royal Oak or the Overseas just out of interest? Always happy to hear from you, enjoy your Seiko 5! Best regards, TGV

[@petershallis2294]

The Urban Gentry Regarding the Overseas, another watch I was initially less than convinced about...I now find that it has grown on me to the point where it is probably my favourite “Holy Grail” iteration. I absolutely love it, especially the brown dial version.

[@monstrok]

When I saw the gold Seiko 5, I was shocked that it was only $100! This would make a great series - ultra expensive watches that inspired quality, popular and inexpensive descendants.

[@ch_the_3rd72]

I purchased this watch and very excited. I just realized that the bracelet isn’t adjustable via removing links. Has anyone run into issues at all ie too tight or too big? I have a 7 inch wrist, and I do perfect my bracket watches to be a little looser. Would like to hear anyone’s thoughts or experiences with it

[@yo-sefakimbey7009]

I went to a jeweler to get this watch sized. The links are removable but be careful who you go to the jeweler I went to scratch the link really bad

[@viperkil13]

Full screen, sit back. Love your vids TGV!

[@zazaincalifornia]

Great video as always! It’s really nice to see that you did not change all your content and it’s quality since the partnership :)

[@misterfreeze6545]

Wow I was torn between these two watches and just couldn't make up my mind. Now I know which one to buy, thanks!

[@xJan008x]

Maybe the next video might be a comparison between a Cartier Tank and a Seiko SUP880P1? :)

[@blazetaylor6989]

Avid member of the Gentry here, and though this isn't a watch-related comment that jacket is aces!

[@mrbacchus6127]

Why hasn't Patek upgraded their movement to hack and give longer power reserve. I truly don't understand that

[@markomarin3414]

Wait ? Patek didn't have hack to the movement 0.o

[@TheoJay615]

@John Benedict tfw when she says: "that's not even a Rolex" (Not knocking Rolex, just saying normies don't know a thing)

[@ahmedhishamdr8485]

and with pin steel bracelet!

[@flyboy747uk]

John Benedict Just wear a Cartier Tank, most people that know nothing about watches will know the shape of a Cartier Tank.

[@ShubhAshish]

Patek is my dream watch ☺️

[@williammiller8317]

I like that Seiko in stainless for sure!

[@noice9709]

Thanks for doing this excellent comparison and review, TGV! I wear Seiko's SNK355 (silver dial), SNK361 (black dial), and SNKL41 (cream dial) versions all the time and receive many compliments and questions. I love them because they're so wearable for almost any occasion, and because they're properly sized and proportioned. Unlike many of the larger, chunkier watches that have been so popular over the past few of decades, with the Seikos it looks like I'm wearing the watch, not like the watch is wearing me ; )

[@rolandlee286]

Loved your tone and comparison, fair and in depth. Thank you.

[@billcore6295]

Grear review. I have looked for both the blue and white dial Seikonaut before with no luck. I do own a FC Highlife with the blue dial and it clearly is inspired by Patek both the Aquanaut and Nautilus. I paid $1200 for mine new. It has a solita movement and it is a chronometer. I will get the seiko if I find the blue dial.

[@sherkhan4727]

Your style is majestic Keep it up brother love from India 🇮🇳

[@AirbusWHU]

Will always give these videos a like before I’ve seen them, do what I can to the channel. Cheers TGV, keep them coming!

[@clark3830]

Great video. Keep it up. I actually have a Nautilus with blue dial.

[@ShaneLindie]

You have an absolutely great voice for narration. You should lend it to documentaries.

[@Claimjumper55]

I enjoyed the comparison but I've never looked at the Seiko 5 and thought it resembled a Nautilus. It looks far too different to me. I'd like more of these though.

[@mscorrell]

Love the introduction and background music.

[@edhammond6911]

Great comparison. Love the blazer and the turtleneck combo. I’m not huge on dress watchers, more of a diver, chronograph guy. Very enjoyable review. Thanks TGV. SEIKO IS KING!!!

[@GP-nn9to]

Thank you TGV ! A other quite smashing clip, bravo!! Love to see the appreciation for seiko, as I've collected them for years. I own a couple of 62s, the 6216 and an early 6246 chronometer. Both are from 1966 and still run at spec. Awesome company with a unique history.

[@rickgreen7393]

That Seiko Gold plating looks like "the gold trim" package for a 1990's Lexus. It's just the wrong hue. For a company as large and as capable as Seiko …. perhaps a gold filled or gold rolled would be a better (though more costly) option. In other words … plate watches with real gold, and do so in a thick manner … making sure the gold matches the hue of haute horology watches.

[@ExpeditedProductions]

TGV, Excellent videos as always! Thank you my friend. Really love the looks of the stainless without the gold plating. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. Onwards and upwards.

[@dannemannen18]

I've had a bunch of Seiko 5. Been swimming and showering with them without any problem. Some of them are 0+/- sec per day

[@GalaxysGreatestDad]

Just great, a watch I have been hunting for for a while now it's gonna get hit by the "Gentry Tax". Lol great video.

[@dasko3]

Spot on, the all steel versions seem to be going for about $300 Canadian up here!

[@ivdee]

I have one for sale lmk if you want it

[@koen8844]

Great video TGV! I love these rather strange comparisons. Personally I'm not a Nautilus guy. However, that stainless steel version of the Seiko 5 looks very tempting... Looking forward to the next one. Regards, Koen

[@wjohnsonism]

Great value with the Sieko for sure. Btw... love this channel, your review on the Sinn 104 made me place an order on the limited run Blue version and, thanks to you, I also have a LACO Flieger as a backup.

[@ConspiredPictures]

Man when I get back from a rough day of work, canvassing for human rights, and I see a new TGV video... it becomes a good day

[@river1duck]

Yes, I would be interested in an Overseas review from you TGV

[@victordively72]

For another modestly priced watch review, how about reviewing the Tissot Quickster? A beautiful Swiss quartz chronograph at a great price. I liked the white face/black hour markers, with black leather band best, which I purchased.

[@BuckC]

I don't think a display case back is one of the 5 traits that define a Seiko 5, at least not originally. Many early Seiko 5's have a simple steel case back. I think the traits missing from the list in the video are something like shock resistance and a durable main spring. I don't recall the strap being part of the Seiko 5 story, but I can't find it on a Seiko site anymore anyway.

[@Tomatohater64]

I love the Nautilus: sublime simplicity at its best. I'd never pay 100,000 $ for it, but hey, I still admire it.

[@carllange3950]

My wife (then fiancée) bought me a Seiko Quartz gold-tone watch in 1984, which I still have. 33mm across, 8mm thick, 70 grams. It seems so small now. The plating has a 18K look, which doesn’t quite match my 14K wedding band. The plating has worn off a little bit on the edge of the clasp and some of the links. However, the plating on the case, although showing 36 years of use, is still solid with no wear-through points.

[@0dyss3us51]

WOW forget about the watches, check out that suit on T! Dang cool color mate, now we just gotta fix Hugo one to match, you think they have his size? Nono I mean in terms of the arms ofc! 🤔😂

[@itz5699]

I like this kind of watch review contents..it is amazing👏

[@magic804]

My father is the reason I buy watches. He loves a Seiko. That was his first brand watch. He grew up in El Salvador. He saved 4 months of work, harvesting sugar cane. Just To buy a seiko watch. To me, it the family history behind it that makes it have value.

[@tkeyi90]

Dear TGV, please do more of affordable watches videos similar to this. Most of us can't afford the premium watches on WatchBox and for me, the fun part is scouring through KZbin looking for affordable and value options. Your videos quality and your knowledge on horology has always been top notch though, great work!

[@theurbangentry]

As you can see from all my videos since I joined Watchbox, I always cover all price points, so rest assured. I started this channel with my haute horology Frodsham, my Rolex Sub, a Seiko SKX and an Oris Aquis, I will continue to cover exactly that range, so fear not. Thank you so much for the kind words, you are a gent for saying so. Onwards and upwards! Best regards, TGV

[@ancaf33]

Just wanted to say thank you for producing the content which you do. I ordered a cheap casio and during its shipment I kind of went down the rabbit hole, and now I have a Bulova from 1959 on the way :) As a lady I always thought of this hobby as a quite masculine hobby, but then I thought who cares? Again thank you very much.

[@diamondbed86]

Like the comparisons! Get to see something I can afford vs not afford.

[@markgreenhalgh943]

Watching this on my lunch break. Better than a cream coffee. Lovely video.

[@Visitor555]

TGV, these Seiko 5 Nautilus going now on chrono24 and ebay for 400-800$ they are so rare and beautifull that they sell them for crazy prices. Im glad im one of luckiest ones to buy snkk47 for 105€ today i cant wait to get it to my home and put it on the wrist. Cheers!

[@nixtr3sharma]

Hi TGV, great video. I do miss your "Best non-Homage" segment more than this one. Keep up the good work

[@vintagewatchhunter]

Thank you very much for using our photo of the Seiko Slide Meter Chronograph at 5:45 and all you do for the watch community! Email or call me for the rarest Seiko watches! We've have the largest inventory in the US. We'd love to send you something to review in the future.

[@kraftyw1999]

Absolutely love the comparison videos. Also, I quite like the jacket!

[@fe9ner256]

Thanks for this video TGV. I think I will now order the stainless version of the Seiko to go along with my GA2100. Such value. Thanks

[@mikeroy6713]

I’m guessing the White dial version of the Nautilus will be even more rare now! I’ll probably end up settling for the Patek.

[@kanothe187]

Another good budget version is Omega Seamaster Polaris, got one myself. They can be had for around 300 preowned if your not choosey in regards to special features. It isn't even a homage since Genta is said to have designed it, has solid gold details, awesome integrated bracelet and clasp [they even added the same bracelet onto the 200m a few years later] with the go to Omega clasp of that time and it is Omega ... who doesn't love Omega? The only cons there are that it is quartz, they did make a Automatic at the larger 40mm for certain markets which is particularly rare. As such no exhibition case either. But clearly the positives outweigh the negatives.

[@Silver-st2zq]

Missed your two watches Vs each other videos, hope your doing more or similar ones to this one.

[@mattscoggin514]

I have had my eye on an all gold Seiko. Very much enjoyed seeing this one. Thanks!

[@05Rudey]

If you want a reliable watch that looks flashy and you don't want to re mortgage the house, the Seiko 5 is probably the better option

[@77cjam]

You just can't beat these dressier Seiko 5's for the money. Full of character, wear brilliantly and look far nicer on the wrist than the price suggests. Nice detailed comparison sir ⌚v⌚ 👍

[@lelandmason5760]

I have a seiko nautilus (stainless case/band with black face) and I’m shocked in 2023 at how the value has increased. Bought it new for $140 and see them regularly selling on eBay used for over 3 times that.

[@sabate01]

Excellent video. Please, more of these

[@novosselov]

had this watch for a while. love that piece

[@cybr600]

It takes tremendous amount of courage to compare these two, covering good and not so good aspects of both while leaving the final conclusion to the audience.

[@DR-86]

I have this Seiko,very nice watch.

[@clausborg77]

Thank you TGV to give Seiko 5 such an honorable mention. The 50 fathoms, mini explorer white dial snkd97 and black dial Snke01, love them 😍. Big smile and pure joy when you wear. Funny thing when you sell your collection watches Seiko 5 goes nowhere. Love this review, more please.

[@35southkiwi16]

The Seiko is at my price point, I own 3 different models of them and one citizen eco drive. and enjoy them all at different times. One of the Seiko's is 30+ years old and after a tweak from a local watch maker keeps the best time of the 3 (not the quartz of course) I cant see me ever owning a Nautilus same as its unlikely I'll ever own a Bentley but that doesn't mean I cant appreciate that high end quality even if it is impractical for me. Fakes? Never. Great video, as always. :-)

[@mccloudmungofa7431]

HAhaha love it! Only Tgv can do a comp of a seiko 5 vs a nautilus🤪. Great stuff tgv. Absolute fun !