Affordable Japanese Calatrava - Seiko SACM171 Review

[@alzinifelshoni2602]

Accidentally found this review and immediately ordered the watch. It is a gem! Perfect size for my 6.5inch wrist and I can’t stop looking at it.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Awesome!!

[@Xraycrayon]

I just ordered the seiko sacm 150 check it out it’s the same watch but gold tone and different dial

[@Bugsy0987987]

Do you wear it? How do you like it after 8 months?

[@alzinifelshoni2602]

@@Bugsy0987987 I like a lot. Mainly, I wear it when I go out. It’s very light at 27 grams and you don’t fill it at all

[@watchdetective]

Where did you get it?

[@andreidoanca4262]

Awesome review mate. Great editing and great scriptwriting. And what I love the mostly is that you actually have the watch itself and have been wearing it, thus creating an honest review based on actual experience. I dislike channels that talk about watches based on specs and looking at online photos. Keep up with this quality of videos. Cheers!

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Thanks for the kind words! I try to wear a watch for a while before reviewing, therefore the upload schedule is not fix. Feel free to subscribe though, more to come!

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

This is easily the best kept secret in watches. You are getting a grand Seiko for $300 and that is just insane to me! I ordered one today because of your video and I can’t wait to get it!

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Glad to be of help. Enjoy the purchase, it’s a good one!

[@Sisyphus9720]

I just got mine ref. 8J41-0AC0, the rare Roman numerals remind me of some of the vintage IWC dress watch. And the 32mm size is not only perfect for my small wrist, but also true to the original dress style watch.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

I will have to check out that one and see if they have a larger version.

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

I don’t believe that is the Ref number. That is the movement number. Are there any other numbers on it?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Yes, you’re correct that’s not the reference. It’s the movement number. But you can look up Seiko Dolce Roman numeral to see some models.

[@janetsbrick]

I’m a woman who’s looking for something thin, high quality, and not blinged out for use as a “daily driver”. That’s hard in the 30-34mm range! This seems perfect, it’s the right size and has a really subtle beauty to it. I do find the white dial/black strap to be a subtlely feminine look but it’s the kind of look men can rock if they don’t worry about it. It seems like these have gone out of production but I’m thinking of picking up one off of eBay anyway.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

That’s true! It does fit a woman quite nicely. If you don’t mind ordering from Japan, you can get one from here: www.sakurawatches.com/seiko-dolce-sacm171

[@joaosousa5062]

Best review of this piece in KZbin! The strap is weareble in daily use or is much flashier?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Thank you! It’s wearable if you live in a milder climate country.

[@joaosousa5062]

@@nexttimewatchreview I live in Brazil :(

[@violin-schwerin]

fantastic watch. seiko should imho do a 36mm version, lose the dolce print and the seconds hand. maybe a sunburst dial. with that movement almost a certain winner

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Most likely. Thanks for watching!

[@grahammcdonald]

They are lovely watches. It's not a calibratible, but so far my 2017 one is still spot on.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

I am sure Seiko will calibrate it for you. Glad to hear it’s still spot on after 5 years!

[@WNYfellow]

great music selection in your 'shorts.'

[@Anirossa]

Would definetly consider one if I didn't have my Tissot pr100 33mm with a cream white dial and the pm80 movement

[@nexttimewatchreview]

They are very different. But if that floats your boat then enjoy it!

[@Anirossa]

@@nexttimewatchreview Yeah, more a mix of having the Tissot and the Seiko SNKL23J I guess, don't buy any watches that overlaps with how I use ones I already have

[@lilbigdaddy2294]

On the contrary, the "Dolce" branding, for me, gives the timepiece some sophisticated appeal. But that's just me.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Thanks for watching! I understand what you mean. It adds it’s own charm as I well I guess.

[@hhrdx5bb]

同感です。クォーツにしては素晴らしい出来です。

[@ckng7447]

No mention of price n where or how to bought it ?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Are you sure?

[@Phaevryn]

I have an 8 inch wrist, is there an equivalent that would fit for that?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

I am certain this wouldn’t fit on an 8 inch wrist. Mine is 7 inches. Maybe look into vintage grand or king quartz. Slightly bigger but still beautiful pieces.

[@popinzxcv]

I'm struggling between getting the gold or silver.... help!

[@nexttimewatchreview]

I would go gold for class and silver for longevity. The gold is pvd or dlc which can both scratch and make the watch looks old. Not good for longevity in my opinion. Good luck!

[@popinzxcv]

@@nexttimewatchreview thanks so much! Do you know if servicing these costs alot? And is it a once every 10 years kind of thing?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

I don’t think it will cost a lot based on the price of the watch itself. If you send it back to Seiko the movement will most likely be replaced. The battery needs to be changed on average 3 years

[@Nofold3]

Great job !

[@HRM.H]

One of the best value watches atm.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

True!

[@yusufbest4475]

Nice watch.. is there any automatic version of this watch?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Sadly not…

[@mundie33]

Grand Seiko :)

[@arncht6507]

Amazing watch, but they should do in 36mm, and w/o the dolce text, or use a different font. This font looks cheap.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Could be a good watch with that spec. Sad we will never find out

[@austinrussellhuevos2530]

What size is your wrist? Thanks in advance.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

7 inches. Thanks for watching! Feel free to subscribe for more

[@richardbosh4522]

This watch would of been a home run if it was 38mm I have a 7.25 inch wrist.

[@nexttimewatchreview]

My wrist is 7inches and it still wears great!

[@PocketUau]

This needed to be 36mm wide and 46mm long IMO. With proportions like this, 38mm would look about as large as a 41mm Diver on wrist, since the average dive watch may have a 30mm dial. This is why I found the 33mm Nomos tangente to wear like a 36mm watch. The dial-to-case proportions are key.

[@Aztec1050]

@@PocketUau46mm lug to lug? Hell no. Most Asian men have wrist width smaller than 45mm. 30-33mm and lug to lug under 40mm is perfect

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

@@Aztec1050 I think most people don’t realize this is a JDM watch and is meant for the asian market.

[@MrBacchus18]

Why can't they make this in a 36-38mm?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Not sure but that would be a great size too. However, this is not a bad size at all

[@fletcherhamilton3177]

The crown being black plastic would be a deal-breaker for me . . .

[@nexttimewatchreview]

I feel you. But Seiyajapan claims it’s onyx.

[@fletcherhamilton3177]

@@nexttimewatchreview - thanks for the reply! Is the onyx black or blue . . ?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

It’s black

[@yusufbest4475]

@@nexttimewatchreview Onyx as in gemstone?

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Yes, it’s a gemstone

[@kws4e]

This is basically a Swatch Skin in metal and with a great movement lmao

[@nexttimewatchreview]

Hahaha no it’s not… way different league. Go check it out in person.

[@kws4e]

@@nexttimewatchreview It was meant in terms of site, proportions and thickness.