Is This The Ultimate Seiko Dive Watch? SPB143J1

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Big shout out to0 Marty for the loan of hsi lovely SPB143J1. I thnk for many people this will indeed represent the sweet spot in terms of dollars spend to Seiko received. The 6R35 is a good one, overall build quality is very nice, lume, sapphire etc, all top notch. If only they had actually matched the bracelet to the case??!! Cheers, Jody

[@charlesforbin8526]

Poor Marty probably wouldn't have seen the dust speck, no he'll never unsee it

[@j.harbottle8928]

I fainted when you said it all lined up ! but recuperated when the dirt on the dial showed up :)

[@MANZE077]

I've had this watch for 5 months and love it. I've owned the Skx, Turtle, Samurai line and this one is just right. For me it is worth the extra $$. As a long time Seiko dive watch fan this is definitely a keeper.

[@surfside75]

After switching out the strap on my skx007 I'm absolutely in love♥ with it. but I'm buying this beauty sooner or later😍

[@AcmeRocket]

I have one. It's become my daily and favorite. Paid $850 usd. Agree about the bracelet, I use straps. I see the unsigned crown as a plus. Minimalist, simple, no frills. I think it matches the look/feel of the case/bezel etc...

[@eddyvega4534]

My favorite Seiko so far. Worth every penny to me. Have mine on a Tropic style strap.

[@resjon7981]

This Seiko is Seiko's answer to the Rolex Submariner it will be classic as they got everything right on this piece. The size is spot on, the dial and handset are spot on, a classic in the making. Just my humble opinion of course.

[@ridgepointerail9462]

Can't wait to get my watch back. Enjoy.. Marty.. Pretty fair review. I'll get that dust out.. :(

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks again Marty! It'll be heading back up the road on Monday mate.

[@ridgepointerail9462]

Thanks Jody.. Appreciate the spin on the time-grapher too.. The Job they did on the AR sapphire crystal is the clearest I've ever seen, it make that dial incredible on wrist, and the level of finish on the stainless is far above any other seiko I have. Your great video skills just cant do this justice.. 10 years on down the track.. I'll be putting in a new movement. Not servicing the 6R.. It helped justify the price.. Perhaps that dust will stay in for 10 years...

[@johneisenberg9700]

Thank you Marty for facilitating this.

[@hantms]

LOL..!! Lends a watch.. gets it back knowing about a tiny blemish that's impossible to un-see. :D

[@chrisdavis8399]

I just got mine and I absolutely love it. It’s stunning!! All lines up and it’s very comfortable on the wrist. It is the perfect Seiko!

[@ChaPPie01]

Yes it ıs just got mine today and I'm in love this wil never left my collection that's for sure

[@stephanosnicolaou7111]

Got mine during the pandemic, Christmas 2020, and I was so pleasantly surprised. Perfect proportions, no gimmicks, just a great dive watch. Only criticism would be the reflective crystal (I wouldn't mind if that was a flat crystal as the domed one sometimes looks 'foggy'?)

[@rmelo5932]

I just love the look of this classic diver. I have yet to find a decent Seiko steel bracelet other than the one on the first gen Monster. I replaced all my steel bracelets with Uncle Seiko and Strapcode options, far superior. I am also fairly certain that I know exactly where Seiko has cut costs; they closed down their quality control division. As always, great video.

[@oliverfasola19]

“Hellooooo and welcome” never gets old and always makes me happy to hear, please keep up the quality content

[@Furniture121]

This is the first Seiko I've seen in a long time that makes me want to give Seiko a try.

[@timemeasured9137]

Go for it, it’s a keeper!

[@NomadHassan]

The time-lapse at the end was 'chef's kiss'

[@johnfaustus1]

I'm so glad I ordered mine (won't say where) before the reviews start and prices go up.

[@cityslacker6221]

Had mine for about a year and I love it. I love the diashield and it sits very slim on the wrist because of the case design. Mine is perfectly aligned and I don’t care about the signed crown. I switch it between the bracelet and a tropic.

[@jordancalvey]

I've owned the SPB149J1 for several months and I wholly agree with your review. For me, this is my perfect Seiko diver. I love the vintage styling queues. The bracelet while being solid and good looking just misses the mark on fit mostly due to that awkward diver's extension. The OEM Seiko rubber strap that comes with the limited-edition and the SPB147J1 looks great while also being very comfortable. And as you said it's a strap monster and lots of fun to pair with different straps. Love your videos Jody, best wishes from Ireland.

[@lastofmykind8]

I’ve never been a big fan of Seiko (I know I know) but this? This is really nice. Achievable grail for sure. Great video Jody! 👌🏼

[@ErikS-]

The ultimate seiko diver? YES IT IS I bought it 3 weeks ago as addition to my collection. And I cant stop wearing it.

[@JK-np6sj]

I'm trying to buy this one in Korea, but I couldn't find right seller of this model yet. Maybe I'll have to buy it from overseas market. What's the price in your market?

[@koenjanf7958]

Jody, you always seem to come out with the right reviews just at the right moment. I was looking to maybe buy this one in a few weeks, so thanks for the great review of all its ups and downs :)

[@fondajames]

SEIKO isnt known for bracelets that integrate smoothly into the case and normally i dont mind but this one just looks like its for a completely different style watch...

[@dspserpico]

I actually don't mind the end links. The center male link is flush with the case so it look intentional to me, rather than corner being cut. My real issue is the movement.6R15/35 is good but has wide tolerances. I can spend the same amount of a Swatch Group diver from Mido/Tissot/Hamilton/etc. and it would come with a Powermatic 80, which has much tighter tolerances when it comes to accuracy, I know Seiko movements are "workhorses", but I don't want to spend $1000 and basically hope that the watch is generally accurate. Of all my watches, my most accurate watch is a Powermatic 80, then a Miyota 82XX, then Seiko 7S26, THEN Seiko 6R15. All watches are working within tolerances. If the 6R movements had tighter accuracy tolerances, I'd buy this at full retail, sight unseen online, and in an instant. I fell like I need to go to AD, try it on my wrist, and see if I love it enough to gamble $1000 to buy a watch that wouldn't need to take to a watchmaker to regulate.

[@stu1608]

Once again a very nice review, this time of a modern interpretation of an absolute classic Seiko watch which needs no introduction. The original 6217-8000 was where it all began for Seiko in the dive watch stakes and anything they can offer us mere mortals which harks back to this legend is ok by myself. The SLA release was out of the price range for most but this particular watch is absolutely on the money for the vast majority, staying as close as possible to the original design and dimensions. The previous 62Mas Seiko release you mentioned was actually the SPB051 and not the 053 which was the blue version but the same watch nevertheless. It’s larger case size although beautifully finished and with a strap to die for, distanced itself from the original on which it was designed unfortunately, but a great release nevertheless. Keep them coming !

[@MrKayDeeJay]

Thanks for the review! Had my eye on this one since I read a Hodinkee article a couple of months back, yours is a much more balanced review imo - much appreciated!

[@Lord_englishgent]

I bought this when it came out, your right about the bracelet, very heavy, but it looks much better on a black or dark grey tropic rubber strap. my only issue is it runs about a minute a day too fast, haven't been able to have it fixed yet, waiting for Seiko dealers to open up. but would recommend it, also had the San Martin 62mas, and have to say in some ways I preferred it, but since this is a Seiko I thought I would keep this, also the bezel & dial are a delight!

[@michaeltroiano5705]

Great review as always, Jody. I absolutely love mine, FWIW, not only the ultimate Seiko Diver, but such a pleasure to wear it has me out of the market for divers for a while.

[@frenchy8172]

it's a rainy day here in Perth, perfect for a cup of tea and a JOMW video

[@jfilm7466]

I miss Perth, almost moved there. Stayed in Inglewood and saw lots of WA in my camper can. Can't wait to visit all my mate's and meet up with Ozzy Man 😃

[@timmanion7459]

I bought the same watch , slightly different flavor. SPB149J1 with the blue dial . Absolutely love wearing that watch and it's a strong member of my weekly rotation. Great watch and great video .

[@FuquaRomeo]

I am wearing the SPB143 right now and I love it! Oh, and everything lines up nicely. 👌😍👍

[@raybyrne9168]

Exactly what I want in a Seiko diver.

[@misterloafer5021]

The SPB147J1 on a rubber strap looks amazing! The sharper angles and boxy lugs gives it a high end tool-y feel that IMHO, a signed crown would diminish. The unsigned crown seems like a deliberate design choice to give this series of watches an understated quality and seriousness.

[@Vincent79Vega]

I dont know why a unsigned crown is always such an issue. I always prefer the clean look of an unsigned crown.

[@surfside75]

A subtle X would be a nice touch?

[@MartinArchea]

@@surfside75 I would prefer to not have X on dial either

[@MrPhotographerDude]

I agree it doesn't need a signed crown

[@ma61king]

I can forgive the peccadilloes when they manage to get all the proportions just perfectly right and that grey dial looks so understated yet amazing

[@evh4611]

I am wearing mine right now. I absolutely love the watch

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

Love the time lapse feature of your video! Bravo! Nicely done

[@johnanth]

Marty let you take off the sticker on his brand new watch?? What a legend!

[@TimedSquare]

Picked one a few days ago. Price is a bit steep, and it's certainly not perfect, but there's nothing like it really... a true 62MAS descendant - and in the metal, it looks bloody awesome!

[@apeekintime]

Except there are things like it.. such as the 62 reissue. Also plenty of clones on Ali-express... with better bracelets

[@e28forever30]

@@MrMadvillan Value for money is off the charts. Take a look at San Martin.

[@kewlger]

@@apeekintime the San Martin logo is ugly. Lol you people need to stop forcing your opinions on everyone. Like the cheaper homage ones better? Great buy it then.

[@davids.2317]

@@e28forever30 if you are into cheap copies, everytime you look at your wrist think about what you could be wearing..

[@e28forever30]

@@davids.2317 Yes, you could be wearing the overpriced original. My money doesn’t grow on trees. I have got a house, wife, kids, cars to take care of. Watches are not a priority.

[@robpointon348]

Have to agree. I panic bought at full retail (no tax via Gnomon, luckily) and love it, but braclet integration is crap, and also, the extension digs in over the day. Had to get a uncle seiko tropic and a strapcode bracelet to try and find a better option. Both fit better, but the bracelet is a different shade. Also, mine loses 10s a day. Pay the money and take a chance.....

[@charles_the_elder]

I re-watched this tonight, my wife got me a SPB147J1 for fathers day and I adore it. I've had all the low end Seiko divers starting from the 7002. I love my 7002, my SKX, my Orange Monster, and my new turtles, I sold the Samurai soon after getting it. My SPB147 is my favorite Seiko ever. I bought a Strapcode Jubilee for it and it's perfect. It ticks all the boxes for me.

[@VisedMonk]

Definitely my favorite Seiko diver. First thing I did was pop it on a NATO strap and now it’s * chef’s kiss*

[@quentinthatcher40]

A nice watch and agree about the bracelet. I do currently feel SEIKO are too expensive with so many alternatives.

[@NoOne-ki3bm]

I couldn’t agree with you more. There are so many micro-brands now that give you way more for far less money.

[@Westlandia]

@@NoOne-ki3bm sure they do. But will you get good money when you sell them?.

[@Br0ns0n]

@@Westlandia If you are only watching this channel to find watches to flip, then you are staggeringly piss poor at the watch flipping game. Have a word with yourself ya sad-sack downer.

[@Westlandia]

@@Br0ns0n look who is the downer. Just saying some watches keep value better than others. Aint no flipperboy. And sometimes you have to sell watches to get your grail.

[@anthonysmith2982]

Yup. I agree that some Seikos are too dear. I also agree that many micro's offer more for less spec wise, and a number of micro brands hold their value very well. But that doesn't mean that I won't buy Seiko when I like the watch and I'll certainly never pay retail. If I'm prepared to wait until the heat surrounding certain references fades, I will always pick them up heavily discounted. Admittedly, even at a discount they are not cheap for what they are but why should they be? I paid $700AUD (from an online AD) for my SPB123J Alpinist late last year. It's an absolute cracker of a timepiece at a price that I think is more than fair for what I got. Whether the heat will ᴇᴠᴇʀ die down on this piece I can't say.., It seems to be the luxury watch crowds go to 'beater' atm... But if it does and they hit Starbuy for ~$1K AUD, I'll be ᴛʜʀᴏᴡɪɴɢ my $ at this piece!

[@nkonig1]

I’ve been lusting for this for a while. Not seen it in the metal yet so haven’t pulled the trigger. I also gave up ordering Seiko’s online due to misalignment issues. Hopefully with lockdown restrictions lifting here in the UK I should find one soon.

[@hubertuswolfthaler]

I’m glad the crown is unsigned, that circular brushing looks far nicer than having a cheesy S or X on there.

[@tomislavm2873]

Agreed! Signed crown is the most overrated thing ever.

[@hubertuswolfthaler]

@@tomislavm2873 Especially on a tool watch; I don’t want that thing to be covered in logos like a rally car.

[@mackledee]

Pin and collar bracelets are underrated imo. I've had a screw bracelet come unscrewed despite vigorous tightening. Pin and collar seems more secure to me.

[@fd6661]

Use a tiny drop of medium strength locktite.

[@thomasdavis8117]

If it's a pain point it's one you theoretically have to experience only once. Less if your dealer sizes it for you. But yeah thread locker I feel negates the security advantage of pins.

[@SgtHooch]

Handsome watch. I wish I waited and bought this watch instead of my Oris Aquis. No doubt the Aquis is an excellent watch. But this Seiko's proportions are a little better and it has a very classic-looking dial--even more than the Aquis. Finally, is it less-expensive.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Fantastic review brother and I agree with you about the design of the bracelet not necessarily matching the watch case, but I still love mine 😊

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

I know you love this one Miguel! I can understand why.

[@rtbloomfield]

Got this, my first Seiko. Love it and no QC issues (at least to the naked eye). I paid retail though 😭😭😭

[@garethsigrist8714]

Awesome review as always Jody 👏👏👏👏 Lovely looking watch. I’ve been very tempted by one of these but being a bonafide bracelet guy I think I’d need Seiko to up their game a bit in the bracelet department for this price. On my lower end Seikos I can live with it (or replace it) but at this price I’d like a bit more solid bracelet fit and finish.

[@bestvaluewatches]

You make a great point about the unsigned crown for $1000. It’s insane that a $50 Pagani has a signed crown and seiko doesn’t even do it on watches over $1000! Still though I think this watch is very nice, it’s got good finishing, a good bracelet, definitely lots going for it! The Lume is quite nice and impressive too!

[@jaredhill1021]

Well timed as I have one of these arriving in the mail today. Hope mine will be as well aligned and have movement numbers like that one.

[@varanid9]

Just checked my Omega Seamaster 300 Co-ax master and my Ball limited edition; end links to both also had wobble.

[@socrispy7114]

the 6r35 movements seem to be pretty good, my sumo running +2 a day.

[@snoberto]

Absolutely beautiful that. With the exception of the end links not matching the watch.

[@husseywatch6207]

Good review as always Jody. Just ordered the limited edition blue and silver one. Fingers crossed 🤞 on the quality control!

[@ChaPPie01]

Just got.today this watch and yes it ıs!! A perfect tool watch for he's price range wow just wow 👌 what a finishing what a beauty's this watch..don't believe any watch on this price range compare to this one. And I have also sinn 556i but this thing omg I'm in love🤗🤗🤗it's just melt on my 7+Inc wrist it's like I don't wear any watch🧐🤗🤗❤️

[@sspr2340]

What a great start to the weekend!

[@5minutes8seconds]

HiJody, I've only picked up your channel in the last couple of months but really enjoy your videos....keep up the good work. Although I just want to say that signed crowns goes against the Prospex brand. Ever since the first Laurel, Seiko have not put signed crowns on their professional "outdoor/diver" watches. I think that there may be 2 exceptions for short run "limited" editions. I think that blinging up these watches with signed metalware paradoxically dilutes the strength of the branding....I really don't like the signed keeper and buckle on my SRPE37. I won't be going for a "King" version of any of their watches again. I do have an SPB143 and I think it's a really nice watch (luckily it's a good one!), nobody quite does a dial like Seiko - if you're lucky enough to get a dust free one. If somebody wants a signed crown, get a cheaper watch from the Presage collection - I don't think it has anything to do with cost.

[@dursleyturdpolishers]

I have a sbdc053 (the blue one) the diashield does give it a different look to the cheaper ones for sure, and it all lines up!! I don't think anyone would regret spending that bit more and getting a "posh" Seiko :)

[@itsallrobbish]

Good for you, I have one too, I put an aftermarket quality bracelet on mine, I love it. I have a 7.5 inch wrist and it looks better than the smaller ones on me, certainly. Everything lines up and the dial and crystal are just sublime. I’m getting about 1 second slow per day, over a 5 day period and that’s within Rolex Cosc parameters. I prefer the Zaratsu polishing on mine to the SPB143. It’s one of the few watches I will keep forever. I do fancy the SPB143, but the quality doesn’t appear to be as good as the SPB053.

[@dursleyturdpolishers]

@@itsallrobbish hey I've done the same with a mil-tec bracelet :) It's perfect. Thanks for the reply, I'm glad you're loving yours as well

[@itsallrobbish]

@@dursleyturdpolishers yep, Mil-Tec bracelet for me, too. It lacks the dive extension of the Seiko one, but I like the quality and it sets off the watch really well.

[@philspencelayh5464]

Nice watch, the colour combination is just right. I am absolutely fine with pushpins, never had one come out and you dont risk scratching it with screwdrivers. In the the UK with the cutthroat competition at the moment I checked three dealers selling it and the price was exactly £1100 at them all. There is a load of options at that price unless to you just have to get one of these.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Ouch! That is way more than Marty paid in AUD. I'd be having a look at CW if you can't find a better deal on the Seiko. Cheers Phil!

[@philspencelayh5464]

@@JustOneMoreWatch whilst I was looking a stumbled across MENS CERTINA DS ACTION DIVER POWERMATIC 80 AUTOMATIC WATCH C0324071105100 which is directly equivalent (if not better) in my view at "the watch hut" for £725

[@Zantetsukens]

I have watched at least 10 different videos on the SPB143, thanks for mentioning the SPB185J!!! Wanted to make an informed purchase.

[@raka9]

Tried this on my wrist at an AD other day it's so nice.. One day I'll get one!!

[@raka9]

Just coming back to say I got it!!!

[@theandreasfransson]

Own, love it. I think its worth every penny even at retail. Love at first sight for me.

[@mr.morris2907]

Excellent vid & interesting take. I'm still in love with my SKX009 & SNGZ11. ...Soon I'll be in new puppy love with that Vostok though 😍😍😍

[@ThatstheWatch]

There are so many diver watches released by Seiko and sometimes seem hard to catch up. Add to that, tons of microbrands start off with a dive watch. I would be keen to hear your opinion and comparison on different dive watches and see how they fare.

[@nikhilmathur6042]

Love this watch. I am debating about buying one for me and my dad so this is a great video !!

[@ridgepointerail9462]

That Sophie is so clear. And the finish is leagues above anything I have already. It's my can't help staying at you watch.. Oh but that piece of dust.. Marty

[@RevScott]

I really appreciate your videos and the effort you put into them.

[@rt-yw1ql]

Good review, have just bought one online half way through the video. Cheers.

[@markgoggins246]

Just purchased a seiko propex ma's 65 "homage " reissue very pleased with it my favourite watch

[@anthonysmithyman372]

Superb review, I think this is the best looking Seiko diver for the money.

[@davepoole5582]

Fantastic Jody love the reviews as always.... I still love the turtle, but what a fantastic watch.

[@emmanueltsI5]

For me it is indeed the ultimate Seiko diver -almost-... :) Agree with all negative points, however the watch overall is a great timepiece. No idea why, I am frequently watching my SPB 145 (browngreygreenish dial) and it is such a good looking tool. Looks like the real business. Nice looking but not that luxurious. Just right for what it is. Great video! Thanks! (PS: SPB 145 time keeping during 1 month of wearing it is at +0.5sec/day. Not that bad.. ;)).

[@yonatanb.h5781]

Hi... Love your reviews, i need to say that i have one big issue with most of the watch channels, there is no reviews for good quality quartz dive watches with accurate swiss movements.... Please try to find and review dive quartz watches from aliexpress... maybe ask steeldive or san martin to produce one , thanks

[@soap.333]

Jody! Great video as always!! You should do a video review of the Bulova Hack Watch VWI edition or the DLC version! I think it's a great contender to the Hamilton khaki mechanical and any other field watches. You'd definitely enjoy that watch! Hard to beat value for money!

[@maxs.6743]

Right now I enjoy your great new content🤩🤩🤩 So happy to be a follower since years😎 Still watching all of your uploads Jody. Wish you a great weekend😜 All the best from Berlin, Germany🥳😎🤪

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks Max!! Say Hellooooooo to Berlin for me!

[@markbyrum4743]

Nice watches. I've always liked those - except for the typically long lugs. Good vid. Keep at it!

[@thehistoryprof6750]

Please give some thought to reviewing another watch that's the answer to this watches deficiencies, same premise, ultimate value... and thank you for another great review 👍.

[@watchalot919]

Nice watch, but I would expect a better movement for the price. I would rather a Borealis/Zelos/NTH, or RLG for less than half the price

[@stevenwymor1398]

I think the market rate is right around $1000. Although I paid full price for my SPB149 LE because I was born in the same month and year as the original 62MAS so I had to have the 55th Anniversary Limited Edition, even at full retail. And yes, I think it's the ultimate Seiko diver. Love mine. The fit is perfection and on wrist it runs 0spd since I got it back in October of 2020. Zero complaints except for the clasp which I simply replaced with one minus the dive extension for a better fit. Enough with the signed crown complaints. I have NEVER cared about a signed crown. Who looks at the crown for chrissake? If it's signed, great. If it isn't, also great. Ya know who signs all their crowns? Orient. And yet the crowns on just about all of their divers suck. Too small and poor of a grip, and no amount of signing it is gonna change that. The SPB143 has a nicely brushed crown that beautifully evokes the brushing of the case and the insert. It works perfectly too with no backspin required to thread it.

[@ibrahimsultanigy2792]

Finally! I love this watch, been waiting for this Review

[@makeitanyway]

Really beautiful watch! I noticed here and also on some online shops, there is Lumibrite at 3 O'clock on screenshots but on actual watch is missing?! The new spb 239 has Lumi on that spot.

[@dude28405]

Seiko can do some great work when They want to I would love to get my hands One of the grand cycles to see how those are put together hopefully they don’t cut corners on those

[@antsfur]

Good video as always a Saturday morning treat. If Seiko charged $2000 for one Seiko fans would still buy them. Love to have one with a blue dial!

[@yanksmc7]

Love this watch and have been eyeing it for a while. I ended up buying a San Martin 62 Mas V4 instead :)

[@brettsanders2102]

I like Seiko Divers, I have a couple. But I like something that looks a bit different. I have just picked up a SRPF94 and its gorgeous. Take a look and maybe you could do a review in your own inimitable style. 🤗

[@megaman9039]

Great video as always Jody but would it kill Seiko to work in some nice touches like a fully lumed ceramic bezel, signed crown, a milled divers extension within the main clasp, an on the fly micro adjust and some bloody articulated end links!!?? Seriously, if micro brands can do it AND for less money AND with better QC then WHY can't a giant like Seiko do it and destroy the competition at the same time??? Just saying.....

[@ZiggityPow]

I prefer an unsigned crown. Signed crowns never line up perfectly and look partially unscrewed. That bothers me.

[@kingjinglefingle]

Interesting perspective I've never considered, fair enough. One upside to unsigned crowns

[@itsallrobbish]

Me, too, not bothered with signed crowns at all.

[@robedmunds7163]

Wow a Seiko I like. Again coating is a big plus, still rather an Aquis. Do not know much about Switzerland, but the flag is also a big plus😁

[@sidneyfyfe7142]

Just bought this watch… it’s incredible!

[@johnnychin]

I once was really infatuated with this and was choosing between this and the Captain Willard because I really like that square/baton indices and rectangular hand look on a watch. However after I tried them on in a boutique and with the introduction of the Traska Commuter and Christopher Ward's C63 Automatic (I know both of them are not diver's, but I was looking for a dark/black dialled sports watch) I really have fallen out of love of the two Seikos. The end link was one of niggles that I had with this piece as well.

[@nyyyard]

i'd say if one tries to upgrade from an entry-level seiko, he should aim for the mm300, everything in between doesn't give you enough for your money...

[@btyc]

Seiko is the watch equivalent of that good old friend, you need to keep making excuses for to your significant other

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

"But he's a mate, so what can you do?"

[@SWatchik]

People really get blinded by brands and marketing. Okay heritage is cool but if you are making 1k watches with dust on the dial that heritage means jack shit when others are doing better for much less 😂

[@hubertuswolfthaler]

@@SWatchik Perhaps, but are these companies really making a „better watch“ (timeless, original design, not a stand-in for a more expensive watch, etc.), or are they simply improving specific parts of the watch (end links, clasp, bezel), with the end result only being the sum of its parts, and nothing more? A 40 year old Sub is still considered a great watch, despite being technically not much better than an SKX. On the other hand, I can’t see anyone still wearing their Helm Vanuatu in 40 year’s time, as it is decently made, but a forgettable design from a forgettable brand.

[@SWatchik]

@@hubertuswolfthaler I mean you could argue the same for almost any new watch made by any brand. There are very few iconic timeless watches, but that doesn't mean say something like the Zenith defy 21 for example isn't a bad watch or even a better watch in some aspects than its competition. It probably won't age well but that's a different thing altogether

[@Larry-gs8gb]

@@hubertuswolfthaler Unlike Seiko, Rolex made improvements to that 40 yr old design,A modern Submariner is a much better watch than the original. A new SKX still has all the faults of the original, and Seiko's lack of quality control means the new ones are made worse than the originals.

[@DXJ_YT]

I do think the SPB143 is Seiko’s ‘ultimate’ dive watch when you factor everything in, and I think it’s become quite an iconic model now during its relatively short run time. The OG version with no lume index at the 3 is the best, and now that it’s likely to be discontinued with the release of the next gen I think it’ll garner a bit of cult status.

[@fboness368]

I got one. It feels like the sweet spot for me. I also have the SKX, Turtle, Willard, SBDC053, Samurai and Slim Turtle, this feels like my last Seiko diver.

[@yoinkhaha]

It looks dope, I kind of think the "marine master" 200's style is just a little more aesthetically pleasing though...

[@parkpy]

I was wondering when this would get posted. I have owned several divers, and the one I think i have owned that is most similar in feel was the Christopher Ward Trident C60 38mm. It’s cliche, but I couldn’t stand the name. My worst complaint about the SBDC101: I’m wearing a $1100 Seiko. I’m still on the fence about keeping my SBDC101, as I find it a bit too heavy and borderline big for my 17.5cm wrist. And the bracelet is uncomfortable at the edge of the divers extension. It’s not a great bracelet, but I think it’s more comfortable than the bracelet on the Halios Fairwind. I wish the Halios had the diashield coating that the SBDC101 has. The bracelet finishing really looks good. Good watch though. Thanks for the review, Jody:) (now I too wish I had gone with my gut and gone down the SPB185)

[@mostafaahmed9742]

Just ordered my Seiko baby tuna SBDY055 limited edition from Japan when it arrives i will be happy to send you my thoughts it will be my first Seiko

[@EscapementWatch]

I got the white one coming FEDEX HURRY UP!

[@khronokraze]

I really loved my SPB147 with the cappuccino gilt dial. It ran like sh!t out of the box, around -30 s/d?! I ended up regulating the watch myself and it then holds a consistent +1 to +2 s/d. Much better! It's a near perfect Seiko diver that does not require any mod to get the design/look up to spec, imho. Could use a signed crown, however. Btw, the bezel was actually perfectly aligned, too. These are pretty much Seiko's equivalent to a Tudor BB58. Agree, the original 62mas never had a bracelet and what they have here isn't quite the perfect match at the end links.. and, it is slightly loose as u showed. Not crazy loose, but certainly could have been better with a tighter tolerance fit. You may noticed I said loved at the beginning. Correction, it really is still love. But, I sold it. Why if I said near perfect? Quick answer, I'm trying to keep collection small and unfortunately only 1 Seiko is required. As such, I wanted a Seiko diver that better represented modern Seiko design attributes.. 4 O'Clock crown and a more unique design language. Sure, these are uniquely Seiko 62mas inspired. However, it does feel a little safe as well as covers a broader range of early 60s dive watch designs. This, I sold it and opted to keep a new 43mm "mini Tuna" instead. I'd say that new 42mm mm200 u have and the like would have met the criteria, as well.

[@timhorack5468]

The darker tone of the stainless steel is beautiful 😍

[@PersonaN007Grata]

What a coincidence. I’m getting ready to wear this watch out today for the first time since COVID.

[@GabrielTan1980]

I really wanted to love this watch. I bought it and sold it twice. The dial and case size is perfect but the inaccuracy of the movement and subpar bracelet (pin and collar, uncomfortable diver’s extension) are rather unforgivable at this US$1k-ish price point.

[@Laz_Arus]

It's a doddle to regulate the 6R35. All you need is a timegrapher and a phone app like the Android WatchCheck to evaluate daily gain/loss over a few days to a week. If there is daily consistency you should be able to hone it in to zero to +3 seconds gain per day average.

[@GabrielTan1980]

@@Laz_Arus having to regulate a $1k Seiko for better accuracy is like having to buy a $20k Toyota and having to tune it for better fuel efficiency. Yes it can be done aftermarket but that should be the job of the manufacturer.

[@NCSheriff7]

For that price I would go for a Steinhart or a Mido….better specs and quality for me

[@lanceevans688]

That is a beauty. I'll continue to enjoy my San Martin at 1/5 the cost for now.