Buying a Used SKX was the BEST Decision

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

The SKX is so classic.

[@cyan0xide]

that new superman S logo seiko has is awful. ruins all their watches for me. glad i got my dad an skx before discontinue.

[@miked5789]

Agreed... It's what made me the Seiko-fiend I am. Absolutely perfect proportions & styling.

[@ПонтийПилат-п7ю]

That wavy bracelet is awesome, everything in skx is simply perfect. Design of skx inherited from 1978 model 7548, that’s why it so cool and ages like raw denim.

[@inspector1973]

Seiko SKX is a must have in any collection, especially the non-modded ones. Lovely SKXs you got there Kirby and great video as always!

[@KirbyYoung]

It certainly is Inspector! Proud to have these despite having new dive watches. They are just appealing.

[@JeffY-y3z]

I bought a used one off ebay for $180 which is slightly more than I paid for a old new stock a decade ago. Had it serviced and it runs like a top., Great watches.

[@KirbyYoung]

That’s a great deal during these trying times. Discontinued skx’s are rising. Glad to know you restored it back to life. Thanks for watching!

[@gethinchristian]

Lovely stuff Kirby!

[@evans5172]

I concur

[@CaptainRon956]

I just picked up a skx007k1 at my local pawn store for $125! In near mint condition! After a week it’s only running 1-2 min fast

[@BrianJones-cu2sx]

Love the SKX. Keep up the great work brother

[@KirbyYoung]

Thanks man! Will do. Coming all the way here. Appreciate it!

[@wahyuwicaksono1133]

hello, your skx are best, i have bought 009k2, i like to wear it with rubber strap

[@soloparentlife5431]

Hi. Do you have any idea where can i buy used genuine ssk003 l? this is my dream watch i am from the Philippines

[@KirbyYoung]

The GMT batman? I believe Seiko PH has an online store.

[@woodentulike2no]

After watching this video I'm going to wear my skx tomorrow and leave my marinemaster at home

[@vince.r]

Was there an skx007 with a kanji date wheel from factory?

[@sunderwaran1547]

No

[@KirbyYoung]

So far I have only seen Arabic/english on JDM versions.

[@ivanmejia6843]

I have a K version with Arabic datewheel.

[@sunderwaran1547]

@@ivanmejia6843 maybe your skx was made in 2017-2018 right before skx was discontinued.No worries it an genuine piece.

[@roadgent7921]

Have you had a 7548? 😊

[@KirbyYoung]

I have never seen one yet. But that one is a legend!

[@roadgent7921]

@KirbyYoung They are! Not super rare, so worth looking. I've had one for abt 3 years now.👍

[@armandocardenas6094]

Why would I buy a beat up SKX if I can buy a brand new one made in Japan?

[@alvincentobligar3567]

🔥

[@timothyfoley3000]

Patina

[@zillsburyy1]

no hacking or hand winding?! mineral crystal, stamped clasp. SEIKO are the kings of mediocrity.

[@FlyingEriksen]

And yet the most bought and sought after diver of all time.

[@seikoskx]

dude get over that crap SKX IS AN ICON SIMPLY PUT.....

[@johnwheat5199]

I don't get it, what is it with the SKX? It had a notoriously inaccurate movement, that didn't even wind or hack, a crappy printed dial, a poor quality aluminium bezel, which for the most part, didn't even line up, and who can forget that lousy bracelet which rattled like a skeleton in a biscuit tin. Granted it was cheap, and for good reason, it was cheaply made. Good riddance I say!

[@marshmallow21]

God tier watch 👍

[@PlatiLum]

I think it’s mainly the design heritage of the watch, a lot of the older Seiko divers weren’t exactly great either (such as the 6309 turtle being a budget option back in the day). Just a no nonsense divers watch with a design language from decades of experience in the dive watch market. It’s definitely a piece of crap when compared to modern divers of the same price, but it was never meant to be a luxury product like watches are these days. The fact it’s the final Seiko dive watch design before the prospex line full of reissues also has its appeal.

[@johnwheat5199]

@@PlatiLum I agree on "Heritage", Seiko are very capable, despite being a Japanese Multinational Electronics company, and not a dedicated watch manufacturer. They have made some truly innovative watches in the past, for example, the legendary 6139 chronograph, developed in the 60s. It was years ahead of it's time, and not only the best Seiko chronograph ever, it's one of the greatest chronographs ever made by anyone. The SKX despite it's faults, was definitely a bang for bucks offering, but it was never a credible dive watch. Yes it was good for a little snorkeling, but I very much doubt that any professional diver would have taken it seriously.

[@NexDim.]

@@johnwheat5199I don’t get how it’s not a credible dive watch? I guess you listed some points but they don’t make a ton of sense. I’m sure people used these diving in the late 90’s/early 2000’s.

[@johnwheat5199]

@@NexDim. Thanks for your response. I can assure you with some certainty as a former navy diver, I never encountered anyone within the profession that chose an SKX as a utilitarian timepiece.

[@michaelriera6277]

@michaelriera6277 0 seconds ago My SKXs share space with my Breitling Colt 41, Rolex Explorer, Hamilton Khaki King, Tissot Visodate, and a Tudor black BB58. My 007 ($180), 009 ($190) purchase new from Long Island Watch years ago will never leave my collection.

[@KirbyYoung]

Solid collection you have there. Sounds like the SKX is going to be worn more.