On the Wrist, from off the Cuff: Seiko Prospex - SBDY085 (JDM) Mini-Turtle; New & Improved for 2021!

[@denis888red]

Great video guys :-) If you're watching this and in any way considering buying one of these I'd say this... Shoot! I own a range of pretty smart watches...but make no mistake, this is a great little watch and with a ton of character and personality to boot. It also offers outstanding value for money. Highly, highly recommended!

[@stefanotattifrongia3612]

Like the promaster from citizen.

[@denis888red]

No disagreement there! @@stefanotattifrongia3612

[@johnk9891]

The key dimension on these that rarely gets a mention is that the bezel diameter is 39.00mm, and that's the size it wears like

[@JackJob]

The red accents pop so well

[@timefliesby-jleo474]

Thanks for not bailing out on Seiko like everybody else. I have a good collection on purpose and for good reason and I thank you for showing and believing in Seiko still!! Your killing it buddy, keep bringing the fire!! 👌🏻

[@desireless4092]

It almost feels weird since everybody bashes Seiko now and tries to explain how Heimldar and whatever thought up makes are better choice and value for money. I guess they are... But longevity is questionable.

[@yaaxarr8977]

No more Turtle for me I am totally with the Mini right now ! Love the case, size and wearability ! I got the black one and over the moon with the 2nd Gen. Great review !

[@madslashers2002]

Bought this model watch from a store in Tokyo yesterday. Can’t wait for it to get here!

[@Christian-nj8qd]

Just got the green version. I was so torn after this review but I slept on it and decided between my black SKX and black Alpinist, I could use something unique! Awesome review!!! Idk how this channel isn’t bigger?! Keep going.

[@nicobreezeful]

planning to buy green... so how is it? no regrets?

[@HaonProductions]

This thing is sexy! I almost bought a Submariner homage with a red line of text but I think this is a way more unique choice with that same sort of vintage vibe.

[@ojsimps701]

Shiney blimey! Allways had a soft spot for un protected crowns and cushion cases

[@tikibob3339]

Everything is better unprotected.

[@circle_g_]

Just brought the Seiko SBDY083 from Gnomon. My first Seiko diver. Could not pass on that beautiful sunburst green.

[@circle_g_]

Should someone want to grab one, they are not up on that site, yet, they have them in stock, you'll have to email and start a conversation with the great people working there.

[@Swisha90s]

Is it out now?

[@circle_g_]

@@Swisha90s they've been out for months just only in the jdm

[@dustinr16]

I’ve owned the blue dial mini-Turtle for 2 years now. I absolutely love it and think it’s the best Seiko dive watch under $500 and is greatly under appreciated. I have both the blue rubber strap (from the PADI variant) and Seiko stainless steel bracelet and it wears great on either. The size is perfect for smaller wrists and it just has the unique but quirky Seiko DNA that makes it a standout piece. I’m screwed if Seiko does a king mini turtle with a ceramic insert and sapphire crystal as I’ll buy one for sure. Great video review as always.

[@gbiscuits]

i keep bouncing around with what seiko I want next and this one stays true to what I look for.

[@yoshireincarnate1649]

hope they do a 'king' mini turtle one day with sapphire, maybe a movement upgrade and no date/lumed date or smth. also, a solar (and even radio controlled) version would be so sick.

[@dustingaddis2423]

The perfect watch to me would be a 40mm-42mm diver (the shorter the lug to lug the better) with a simple uncluttered dial (no sub dials, minimal text, etc) that's solar powered and radio controlled. No one makes this watch, and I do not understand why. The basic Citizen Promaster diver comes close, but it's not radio controlled and it's a little bigger than my ideal size...I still own and enjoy one though haha.

[@yoshireincarnate1649]

@@dustingaddis2423 agree 100%. rly suprised there arent any options yet and ive come across the citizen ones before but never quite pulled the trigger on one. full metal g shocks are a testament that ppl would be willing to pay more for a full steel rc solar watch. so why not an analog dial one?

[@dustingaddis2423]

@@yoshireincarnate1649 there's plenty of analog radio controlled watches, but no divers that aren't huge and/or have a bunch of extra crap on the dial and/or only receive the signal in certain areas. The Citizen PMD56-3081 is a prime example. It's large(ish), extra stuff on the dial, giant pushers on the right side of the case, and only picks up the Japanese radio signal.

[@ComicalSatania]

Would probably name it prince turtle

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

So basically a whole different watch lol!

[@megasbastian]

I have just bought one yesterday, my first diver watch. I think it has a very special design, in my opinion the Mini Turtle looks better than the SKX013. As I have what is considered small wrists, with a size of 14,5 cm (about 5,7 inch), it is very hard to find diver watches that can fit my wrist and look good. Most of them are too big as the diver watches are a little bit bigger due to their functionality, to be visible under water. The choice would be either to wear a watch that will look a little bit oversized on the wrist, or not to wear a diver watch at all. With a lug to lug distance of about 43 mm, this watch can be considered suitable for smaller wrists.

[@RedwoodAggie]

This is a great update to the line. I didn't realize they had released these. I don't know why Seiko doesn't release these here in the U.S. The only

[@vesaflorin1546]

Very nice this new release but the PADI version I think is the most beautiful Mini Turtle ! 😆

[@MKIVGTIVR6]

I picked up the black PVD version when they dropped. Absolutely stunning.

[@patricko9170]

I really like the size of this piece. Nice review!

[@floydmorrison2025]

I really need to get one of these. My regular Turtle wears great, so I can only imagine how well this one feels on wrist! I agree, Hardlex gets an undeserved bad rep. Out of my 15+ Seikos, I've never scratched a Hardlex crystal due to normal use. The ONLY time I did was due to a high speed impact with a brick wall (seriously!). Also, people can hate on the pressed clasp all they want, but no one can deny how slim and comfortable they are. Great review man!

[@omaar115]

And to this day I haven't seen a legit scratch test comparing mineral, hardlex and saphire.

[@troll2637]

I am interested in hearing your brick wall related incident. I am all ears. 😅

[@tywinn5786]

Love the red accent against the black dial!

[@bigbodykarate6403]

I just ordered the green mini turtle, I cant wait !!!!!

[@bassalovitch]

Love the backdrop 👍🏼

[@nicks8026]

Those red accents make the watch as far as I’m concerned. I wasn’t into the mini turtle until seeing this. Normally, I would thank you but in this case... the last thing I need is another watch. Man, that looks nice!

[@fyioska]

Thanks for this review, it's inspired my wallet to go for it from Sakura! A shame it is now discontinued and largely overlooked, a future classic for sure!

[@bendskelton]

Great review! I agree, the Mini Turtle is fantastic.. I think that it's the current best Seiko value proposition

[@Sh4rKaTk]

I got the King Turtle last year. What a great watch it is. This mini turtle looks fantastic!

[@leonidaslantz5249]

It is truly an awesome timepiece. I have the exact model JDM and it is so good 👍 ❤️⌚️👌

[@dyanradin4272]

Nice watch! I bought a Seiko SPB143 inspired by your videos. Keep rocking, man.

[@redentorroque262]

I have owned the older black dial version on bracelet for more than 3 yrs now and I agree with you that it is a fantastic watch. Do you think you will now ditch your own older black version for this new one?

[@just-inedc2381]

I made a trade for one of the older black dial mini turtles a couple weeks ago! I still haven’t got it and it’s like a week late bc USPS is crazy right now lol! But I’m very excited about it!

[@PukaHeadMan]

Excellent Video!

[@wjlevien]

Do you prefer this mini or the slim turtle(SPB317)?

[@michaelknudsen2166]

Just got this watch in the mail yesterday. It’s too bad this is a Japan only release because it’s a very reasonably sized diver and I consider it to be the true successor to the skx. It has elements of the 6309 and other historical divers from the brand but blended in a new package. It’s a shame it never caught on.

[@steved1593]

Another thing that makes it: the bezel and dial is smaller - giving the smaller profile and it's 10g lighter than an SKX Shame it's not caught on in a big way. It's a way better watch.

[@dustingaddis2423]

Thanks for your reviews on these! I ordered the new green one from IppoJapan last week, looking forward to getting it in. Have you tried the Strapcode jubilee bracelet?

[@vesaflorin1546]

I tried the Strapcode bracelet for my PADI Mini Turtle and it's awesome, very good quality!

[@sleepinglysithia]

I don't like the Kamasu's small crown and lack of drilled lugs but I like absolutely everything else about it including the movement more than the mini Turtle.

[@brucecameron7172]

Thank you mate I'm sold !!!

[@BayuMukti937]

Wow is the bezel really clicky? Previous mini turtle version had less clicky sound on it. I hope i can get the green version.

[@1968jpy]

Definitely love the looks of this watch . Just wish I could see one in person and try one on to see how it would wear on my wrist . My wrist is 7.25 like yours . Just wondering if it would look or feel too small.

[@AverageBros]

It does wear smaller but I think you'll be fine

[@rctezluh42069]

Kenta Is The Man!

[@filmronin]

Hello, are you aware of any bezel replacements and bezel inserts for the Seiko Prospex SBDY085 Men'S Mini Turtle 200m Diver?

[@jaer.6540]

I hate this case. It's just so bulbus looking. But Seiko does a great job with craftsmanship. And the tip to tip length is crazy small, very impressive

[@JudasIscariot81]

I just got this one and I guess it's safe to assume it has the same dimensions as the previous model. Did the crafter blue strap fit perfectly on the SBDY085 as well?

[@bradd5961]

What is the movement like. Could you have it calibrated?

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Can someone with a 6 3/4 in wrist pull this off ?

[@marvinflores2576]

Is the stainless steel band replaceable with rubber band in this particular model?

[@AverageBros]

Yes, of course, thank you

[@tsega60]

Are there main differences between this (SBDY085) model and the SRPC35 model other than the red text that reads "diver 200m"

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Where's a good place to find one ?

[@TheShotenZenjin]

Do you shave your arms? I’m jealous; you can wear any Seiko 5 or Vostok bracelet.

[@dinner_workingsly]

100% on the orient crystal as opposed to the seiko crystal. A windy day and the mineral orient is hazed...I haven’t scratched any hardlex...🤷🏼‍♂️

[@omaar115]

How do you get those QC photos before buying the watch?

[@Nick-lr9yo]

Hi Average Bros and all Seiko fans, I just received this watch today, the crown is damn hard to get into the correct groove and tighten, it is very grainy, is this normal? Thank you in advance.

[@franciscos.3671]

Prefer the original black and white on the original bracelet or with the seiko waffle strap.

[@gmotionedc5412]

I might get one you still love it??

[@AverageBros]

absolutely!

[@ForbinColossus]

Are the edges of the hands blackened or the usual silver? It's hard to tell

[@AverageBros]

just polished silver tone

[@gmotionedc5412]

Will the short lugs work with a elastic paratrooper strap??

[@AverageBros]

I don't see why not, the lug holes are lower on the case, so it should promote a secure wear.

[@gmotionedc5412]

@@AverageBros good thx

[@valueink]

What exactly is improved on this version vs the previous ones?

[@AverageBros]

Updated Red Accents and ISO compliant additional lumed marker at 3 o'clock

[@valueink]

@@AverageBros Are the indices just painted or is there chrome outlining?

[@AverageBros]

@@valueink they have polished surrounds

[@thomas181212]

I just bought the blue one from drop 🤔

[@anthonyjack1859]

I don't see it on drop. Link?

[@thomas181212]

@@anthonyjack1859 a couple of weeks ago i mean

[@simlowsb]

Why do you call it a mini turtle? Is there a significant size difference between the normal turtle?

[@AverageBros]

Yes

[@saurus738]

Beautiful, but the 6R and with that price turns me off, movement was just as bad as 4R.

[@kkasavu3149]

i would prefer a coin edge bezel and 12 hr markings on the insert. Otherwise almost perfect for me. ...

[@TheFlyrodder68]

That round cyclops is not cool.

[@jeffreygleaves2931]

$500 bucks for a $150 dollar watch. Seiko is getting too big for their britches.

[@UFCPR]

Cool looking watch, but I don't need diver, I go to the beach twice a month but I never dive, nobody dive much anymore, is just a fad, a fashion statement and I'm not for that kind of uselessness. This diver fad/fever will fade away soon, hopefully!

[@TheShotenZenjin]

Divers are popular because of their style, robustness, and usefulness. You know with a diver that it will be robust enough to go underwater for swimming and snorkeling. The bezels are extremely useful for all kinds of timing and countdown events. The lume on most divers is excellent and very useful for when you need to know the time in the dark (not just underwater, but for example, in the theater and bedroom). Style, of course, is subjective, but seeing as many millions of divers have been sold to non-divers, I’m guessing a lot of people just love the diver aesthetic. I wouldn’t hold your breath waiting for the diver “fad” to fade away!

[@denisdes7]

You might also want to keep a watch when you go swimming or when you're taking a shower. It'll work...

[@sleepinglysithia]

Well this "fad" or "fashion statement" as you call it has endured for more than 50 years so good luck waiting for the fad to fade away.

[@troll2637]

Nobody needs a watch anymore. It's just a fad, a fashion statement and I'm not for that kind of uselessness. This watch fad/fever will fade away soon, hopefully!