Full Review - Seiko 5 “5KX” Street Style Blacked Out (SRPD79)

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[@marktroddyn3351]

I wear my Seikos all the time. Hardlex is fine. No scratches.

[@TheTownWatch]

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[@sultanbali2035]

Yaa me too,

[@jasonm950]

Famous Seiko lumibrite in this model went on vacation,but all in all I like the finishing

[@TheTownWatch]

Jason M That’s a good way to say it! 😁 Thanks for watching and commenting! If you’re not subscribed already I hope you will! Once we reach 1000 subscribers we’ll be doing another watch giveaway! You won’t want to miss it!

[@anthonyryan7285]

Lmao 😂

[@2011jdmboy]

Im in tokyo now and I just got the japan version SBSA025 with the weekdays in Japanese… not bad for a 210€ watch. I couldn’t be happier with the quality.

[@TheTownWatch]

Enjoy!!

[@LosRelojesdeSergio]

I really really like the watch 🎉👏🏻 is the Next for my colection

[@TheTownWatch]

Los Relojes de Sergio Nice! Are you getting the all black version or a different one?

[@LosRelojesdeSergio]

J. City Reviews black one , i already have skx 009 / 007 and Seiko 7002-7000 the previous skx 😃

[@LosRelojesdeSergio]

J. City Reviews january 2020 , the collection already changes kzbin.info/www/bejne/np20aHyOhLB2qtE

[@sarangcemut]

I have a Traser watch which is PVDed all over except for the screwback. When I bought it, it was perfectly black. But after some time it turned brownish (I ride a lot and I work outdoor. Exposure to sunlight is not good for PVD coating I assume). Thanks for the review mate

[@TheTownWatch]

sarangcemut Thanks for watching and for the info on what you have experienced with your PVD coated watch! Too bad that happened!

[@pbtony0340]

Looks amazing can’t wait to buy one

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching! What are you waiting for? 😁

[@pbtony0340]

@@TheTownWatch actually I just picked one up this evening so far it looks awesome really light weight on wrist it’s pretty cool blacked out

[@mattmueller7355]

Hardlex is a proprietary crystal made by Seiko, a definite upgrade to mineral crystal. Something you should have taken some time to do research on. Unless you plan on doing something really rough (which you wouldn't wear your sapphire crystal watch to either).. you should be fine. Seiko makes fantastic watches, and honestly man.. it seems like even for a beginning watch reviewer you don't know much. Not because you're inexperienced, but due to lack of easily researched knowledge.

[@WINDINGCROWNS]

Great watch ,very tactical. Btw, surely it’s not 300plus grams in weight. That’s too heavy. Especially on a nato.

[@TheTownWatch]

Hector Orozco Thanks for watching! You might be right about the weight, I’ll have to check it myself. I got that number from a website.

[@cpcxgsr]

The weight is perfect! The extra weight doesn't make it feel cheap like my Seiko sngz. So I actually don't mind it. It's on par with my Swiss pieces. So it's a constant reminder that I'm wearing a quality watch. I love the blacked out design! To my surprise, while I was in the dark, the watch actually has a slight lume with the hour indexes!! So it's all good afterall!

[@WINDINGCROWNS]

Eugene Tsang I like heavy watches aswell. Like my Breitlings and Planet Ocean. I was speaking in terms of the 5kx. I’ve owned turtles on bracelet and Orient Tritons (blue and black) on bracelets. They were heavy but not 300plus. There’s no way that the 5kx watch head alone on that strap could weigh 300 plus. Full bracelet tritons with sapphire crystal don’t weight that much. Like I said I like heavier watches just questioning the Seiko website has a typo.

[@TheTownWatch]

Eugene Tsang Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!

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Hector Orozco You’re probably right, I still need to weigh it to find out!

[@Eckoolt]

This watch looks really good

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching!

[@davieshire3698]

Nice video, very helpful. Thank you.

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed!

[@yed07]

Hello, nice review however the actual weight of this watch is 94 grams (not 335 grams as you stated), just FYI.

[@TheTownWatch]

Yes, that was a mistake.

[@Nothingtoya]

This coating shouldn't be easy to scratch. Obviously some are better than others. I do plan on getting this watch but it won't be a daily, well I don't really have a daily anyway.

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching and commenting! What! No daily watch! You got to have a watch on your wrist at all times!

[@amrak-8401]

Thank you for sharing your video and it’s informative. But mine, the Seiko logo is not painted but it’s raised, and instead of Japanese days, it has Spanish days instead. I love my all black Seiko.

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching!

[@Jon1Ter26]

Nice review man! Auto subscribe.

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Adi atma Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@ciresolstice]

Any literature I've read states 10bar or 100m is fine for swimming and water sports. I'm not a diver, never have...swimming or snorkel is about the size of it so while screw down and 200m is nice and I have a few watches that are, pretty overkill for most average folks application. Sure if you dive get a dive watch with a dive spec resist rating by all means. I also realize 100m doesn't mean you can go 100m but still if not diving no problem.

[@TheTownWatch]

Absolutely! I agree! thanks for watching!

[@douglasmichel1000]

another fantastic review mr j. not my cup of tea but it is only my opinion. I think that mineral crystals get an unfair rap sometimes. My 17 yo ecodrive has one and it is still in fantastic shape but I have always removed it before doing anything really rough. My guess is that Seiko hardlex is just as good.

[@TheTownWatch]

douglasmichel1000 Thanks for your support and thoughts! I think for a 335$ msrp watch they should have sapphire crystal on it in my opinion. A number of my watches have mineral crystal too and haven’t had any problems with them.

[@nigeldarcy]

Just ordered this watch I’m going change the strap to rubber and maybe do my first mod of black YM bezel

[@TheTownWatch]

That’s awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@alainalain6454]

hello. what the result of the change ? what do you take to replace it ?

[@PepeDeezNutz]

You need the Uncle Seiko fitted waffle strap.

[@nigeldarcy]

@@alainalain6454 replace it ?

[@alainalain6454]

@@nigeldarcy ou talked about replacing the strap :)

[@thelazylad812]

Apologies I'm 3 years late to the party, but I just want to know if the PVD coating is easily scratched? How's the condition of that watch now? New watch collector here by the way. More power to your channel 💯🙌🏻😁

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for tuning in! I didn't end up having this watch for too long, nut the coating held up well when I had it.

[@terrellstephen6309]

Weight of 335g must be a mistake. That would make it one of the heaviest watches aroumd.

[@TheTownWatch]

Yes! That was a mistake! Thanks for watching!

[@Ret64clutch]

Finally got one in DEC. hands a little hard to see "for me" Lum sucks "for my eyes" but not bad when under nvg's I do a 20 count wind in the AM have had no loss of time yet. Love the watch . And the woman that gave it to me.

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching and glad you're enjoying yours!

[@WizardWatch]

Nice review mate ..... I wished the lume was better in this blacked out version

[@TheTownWatch]

Wizard Watch Thanks for watching and commenting sir! I agree, the lume is lacking here.

[@WizardWatch]

@@TheTownWatch :) Thank you for the review :)

[@dianecastro250]

I miss the lume dot on bezel

[@TheTownWatch]

diane castro Yeah! That would be nice to see here! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@MarlonJayManuel]

Thank you for the Ebay link(such a steal for the price - $200w/free shipping)... I just bought one as a gift to my buddy. Appreciate this. Any suggestions on compatible? I was thinking of reasonably priced, leather straps. Thanks again mate. Appreciate the video.

[@TheTownWatch]

Hey man! I’m glad to hear you found one of these for your friend at a good price! I just did a video from a Strap company, maybe check that out and check out their site? They’re called StrapsCo. Let me know what you think over there on that video!

[@PepeDeezNutz]

Can I be your friend?

[@dinner_workingsly]

I like the black case and the black bezel. Not the bezel insert, hands, dial, or lack of screw down crown. I kinda need that dial to say divers 200 m too. I know that’s not what this watch is supposed to be. Good review though, better than seeing a modded skx.

[@TheTownWatch]

Levi Stevenson Thanks for watching sir! I agree with your thoughts! You’re not into the modded stuff?

[@dinner_workingsly]

I like the mods. I’ve just seen too many mod vids, by choice of course...it was never forced..lol

[@TheTownWatch]

Levi Stevenson I see! 😆 I haven’t tried my hand at moding but it really intrigues me and I’m considering doing it sometime.

[@joe2870]

How often do you deep sea dive?

[@dinner_workingsly]

@@joe2870 every couple minutes with regular infrequency

[@nevinsood3846]

Nice review mate! 200m water resistance? Interesting requirement - are you a saturation / commercial diver?

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Nevin Sood Thanks for watching and commenting. This watch has 100m water resistance. I hope you’ll subscribe! Once we reach 1000 subscribers we’ll be doing another watch giveaway! You won’t want to miss it!

[@nevinsood3846]

J. City Reviews yes mate - I was referring to Your comment that it was ‘only’ water resistant to 100m and you would have preferred 200m. As a recreational diver I wondered why you would need that kind of extreme requirement, hence the question asking if you were a deep sea diver?

[@TheTownWatch]

Nevin Sood Now I see what you’re saying, sorry about that! No, I don’t dive at all but for some reason I feel like 200m is always a little safer! 😁 More peace of mind maybe...

[@gren509]

Lume ? Screw down crown ?

[@DM-ci2nn]

I need this dial but I need for a 43.8 samurai, any recommendations? I've looked but can't find anything

[@TheTownWatch]

I don't know, I'm not too familiar with modding. Thanks for watching.

[@AP-qb2xn]

Are you sure about the weight? 335 grams seems excessive especially on a NATO strap

[@TheTownWatch]

No, that was a mistake. Thanks for watching.

[@Oscar-vr1lg]

How do you think the pvd coating will peel off over time?

[@TheTownWatch]

I am not sure, I did not have this watch very long. I sold it.

[@kjv7588]

Has Seiko updated the lumen issue since this video

[@TheTownWatch]

I don't know. Thanks for watching!

[@ianleicester7066]

hey buddy, i m thinkin a pickin up this watch. i thought automatics did nt need winding ? i know they do if they ve been left alone , but is the only time you need to wind them when you have nt been wearing it ? also if it has stopped just wearing it should make it work ? no ? kind regards ian.

[@TheTownWatch]

Yes you are right! Simply wearing this watch will get it working again!

[@ScottNotAvailable]

Is there a blackout watch model that you like the most?

[@TheTownWatch]

I really enjoyed my black Citizen Promaster Tough when I had it. I also enjoy my "blacked out" Casio A168. You can also find videos about these watches on my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@Ferien7]

335g? That’s gotta be a mistake.

[@TheTownWatch]

Yes it is a mistake! Sorry about that!

[@mainlymusicman]

335 g???

[@TheTownWatch]

Yeah this is not right, I believe I pulled this number off of a website but it is way too heavy. Thanks for watching! I hope you’ll subscribe if you’re not already! Once we reach 1000 subscribers we’ll be doing another watch giveaway! You won’t want to miss it!

[@somewhereintimewatchreviews]

Cool review! I've just bought the green (hulk) version. I'm Not a massive fan of the blacked out version if I'm honest they do look very cool but I think that the legibility issues would spoil it for me, as for the comparisons with the skx, I think we should look past that it's Not an skx & isn't marketed as one they certainly have made some upgrades to the design & features but lost some of the water resistance of the skx but let's be honest 100mtr is plenty if you spill your bottle of evian on it while sitting at your desk it'll be fine! 🤣 so if people want an ISO certified skx then buy one there's still plenty out there....😊 but I'll rant a bit more about that when I do my review of the green one. Side note, I've just hit that sub button, some great content on your channel man.

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somewhere in time Thanks for watching and commenting and subscribing! I just subbed to you too! I’m going to check out some of your videos now.

[@somewhereintimewatchreviews]

@@TheTownWatch cool! Thank you Not many up yet, still a newby.....😊

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somewhere in time I’m a newbie too! We’re in this together!

[@ArthurShelby-PB]

Would this watch go well with a silicone rubber watch strap as I too do not like the raised aspect. Kinda new to watches and I don't know if there is a rule of thumb when it comes to switching straps, also is it possible to switch straps on every single watch?

[@TheTownWatch]

Hello Arthur, not a problem, I happy to try and answer your questions. I am no expert, but yes typically you can change straps on any watch unless it has an integrated bracelet. This Seiko no doubt could be paired with a silicone strap as long as the lug width matched.

[@ArthurShelby-PB]

J. City Reviews - Damn you reply fast I respect that haha... I’ll have to find a website that sells some good silicone straps in the colour black of course which hopefully fits the lug width. Thanks a lot man!

[@TheTownWatch]

Arthur Shelby You’re welcome! I’m not too familiar with all of the strap companies out there honestly but I know there are plenty of them! A friend of mine, Avg. Joe Watch Reviews Just did a video on a strap company if you wanted to check it out. If you go over there, let him know I sent you.

[@Bred392]

I’m getting one guy don’t know if I should get this one or the blue version

[@TheTownWatch]

Cool! Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for watching!

[@de_vamp]

Can we replace this strap and put on a dark metal strap ?

[@TheTownWatch]

I’m sure you could! Thanks for watching!

[@PepeDeezNutz]

Strap Code

[@reedstone2510]

Can you switch out the strap with anything else?

[@TheTownWatch]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@johntrinidad4091]

So which seiko model has sapphire crystal?

[@TheTownWatch]

Some do. Not sure off the top of my head.

[@bgf123]

Whats the ref number of the other Seiko in the Video?

[@TheTownWatch]

If you search Seiko SNZH, it should pop up. Thanks for watching.

[@carlmacsoley8817]

335 grams?

[@TheTownWatch]

carl macsoley This is an error. Sorry, I don’t recall the actual weight.

[@zulu6ix290]

The citizen ny0040 blows this watch out of the water and can be had for much less still. The only thing it lacks is the hacking

[@WINDINGCROWNS]

R&W , agree. I just received my citizen bn0150. Way better than 5kx.

[@dinner_workingsly]

X2...I just got the BN0150 and got the stainless bracelet separate. Bracelet cost as much as the watch but oh man, so worth it. Prefer it to my skx for sure. It’ll probably actually get some legit dive time here soon as well.

[@TheTownWatch]

R&W I don’t have any hands on experience with the watch you’re talking about but on paper it does seem like the better option. Thanks for watching!

[@zulu6ix290]

J. City Reviews it was issued to Italian combat divers. ISO Certified and nice size case too

[@TheTownWatch]

R&W That’s awesome!

[@gregalonzo747]

Also a pass for me and for pretty much the same reservations as you.

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching!

[@paully4980]

Did you sell yet?

[@TheTownWatch]

Yes! It’s been gone for a while now!

[@paully4980]

Figured lol. I'm looking I to getting it. I love the look of this watch. Will also probably pick it up from Kohl's. Great price after all the sales and stuff.

[@dees9502]

500 yo!

[@TheTownWatch]

Thanks for watching!

[@THunt-ss4hy]

335 grams?! That doesn’t seem right.

[@TheTownWatch]

It's not right, it is a mistake.Thanks for watching!

[@aranyakm]

This watch speaks of adventures and far-off places.

[@nfclaravall]

It’s not S. It’s 5.

[@TheTownWatch]

Neil Claravall It kind of looks like both. Do you think they did that purposely?

[@nfclaravall]

It’s really a 5 bro. I believe it’s their new logo for the seiko 5 series.

[@TheTownWatch]

Neil Claravall 👍 I hope you’ll subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. Once we reach 1000 subscribers we’ll be doing another watch giveaway! You won’t want to miss it!

[@17Blower]

Its both, Its a Seiko 5 Sport

[@TheTownWatch]

Paul H That’s what I’ve heard.

[@micah5277]

WE BROKE GODS LAW. 2000 YEARS AGO, GOD PROVIDED A SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST WHO SUFFERED AND TOOK OUR PUNISHMENT ON THE CROSS. THE BIBLE SAYS IF WE DECLARE WITH OUT MOUTH JESUS IS LORD AND BELIEVE IN OUR HEART GOD RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD YOU SHALL BE SAVED. Romans 10-9. GOD WILL FORGIVE YOUR SINS AND GRANT YOU EVERLASTING LIFE ALL BECAUSE OF WHAT JESUS DID ON THE CROSS

[@TheTownWatch]

Amen! Thank you!

[@micah5277]

@@TheTownWatch Np, God bless you

[@TheTownWatch]

@@micah5277 God bless!

[@MidwestSlice]

If you decide to sell it shoot me a message

[@TheTownWatch]

Nick Keyser Here’s the link to where you can bid on the watch on eBay: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=402139590717&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229466&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111

[@turbolenza35]

Worst watch ever. I will never buy it!!!!!

[@МаркУваров-ф9ш]

Молодец, четко!

[@TheTownWatch]

Марк Уваров can you translate?

[@МаркУваров-ф9ш]

@@TheTownWatch good video, detailed. I want to see this model in other colors - red, blue. Like)

[@TheTownWatch]

@@МаркУваров-ф9ш Thanks for watching and commenting! Yes this watch has a number of colors and each one is nice! I hope you'll subscribe, I'll be doing another watch giveaway once I reach 1000 subscribers! You don't want to miss it!