Seiko 5 SNK809: An HONEST Review (2019)

[@watchlad1969]

If you guys enjoyed this video and are interested in the SEIKO 5 SNK809, feel free to check it out on amazon! amzn.to/2Y39sFX

[@hyunki0510]

I've had my SNK809 since senior year of high school, wore it everyday in college, joined the Army, did a combat rotation with it, and did numerous field exercises as a tank platoon leader in it and it is by the best watch I have ever owned. Everyone I know wore G-shocks but my seiko held up super well through some serious shit. Very happy with it.

[@watchlad1969]

haha that is AWESOME man! Truly a rugged watch indeed!

[@ArchangelTyrael]

But it won’t survive water right? Did you have any experience with this watch while swimming etc?

[@watchlad1969]

@@ArchangelTyrael It CAN... it's just not recommended and not certified that it can.

[@13ON3S]

hyunki0510 Did you ever change the strap? If so to what?

[@geraldacevedo7598]

30 meters convert to about a 100 feet. Can be used for light swimming not heavy. Not a divers

[@themysterysuk2097]

It is my favourite watch in the hole world, not because its the most expensive or because it's got the best this or the best that, but because every time I look at it on my wrist it makes me smile.

[@nevermind2886]

I've been wearing this for two years. I had it regulated by a watch maker for $30 and it's been averaging +/- 2 seconds over that time. Get bodied Rolex.

[@watchlad1969]

haha nice!

[@Gave-rf1hr]

2 seconds what a week, month , year ?

[@nevermind2886]

@@Gave-rf1hr Per month.

[@miteshvaidya9248]

@@nevermind2886 impressive

[@TheCaptain008]

Solid review. I've had my 809 since 2016. I recently bought an 807 Blue version for my little half brother, he's 8. My dad tells me he's been wearing it daily. Coolest thing when I gave it to him was he read the time immediately. Super stoked to see if he likes watches like I do.

[@watchlad1969]

That's awesome man! Yea they are built like tanks.

[@othusvice]

only 860 subs? this review is amazing from the music to the camera. congrats

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you!! :)

[@KingKsEDC]

6 months later hes at over 3k subs. Love it.

[@alexcrayfish]

I own this one and although I own lots of way more expensive watches, it gets a lot of wristtime. I have the version with the stainless steel bracelet and I have to admit: its very pretty. The deep black glossy dial and the applied Seiko and Seiko 5 logos makes it look very sophisticated and quite dapper.

[@jasonbaxter4584]

I bought mine for £20 ten years ago. These things have gained value!

[@Unlucky1776]

A lot! Automatics have been rising in price recently. (Kinda off topic but Rolexes used to be cheap tool watches usually under $200!)

[@renecastro11]

This is the best watch review I've seen. Bravo! Just ordered one after watching this.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks Rene!

[@alexthelegoguy4504]

My first watch was a fashion brand... wore it for a week and knew it was a POS... got on KZbin and saw that everyone was suggesting seiko 5 for beginners. Bought my SNXF05 due to slenderwrist review a few months ago and haven’t taken it off my wrist. Bought my model thinking I’d baby it but so far I e worn it out in the tractor, wrangling cattle and have absolutely mashed it... thinking “yup... it’s jacked up...” and yet I only have one scratch on the case. Super AMAZED! With the quality. The fact the case scratched before the crystal that soooo many people talk down on. If I can slam my watch into a fence a cow is slamming me into... i feel like it passes the test right? And love the seiko video! You didn’t let me down!!!! I’d love to see maybe “a real review of the SNZG17” price is there and it’s am interesting piece for the price and it’s a PVD model? Been buying models for my family and friends for upcoming 2019 Christmas. It’s basic like you say but beautiful at the same time for a beginner! I bought this one in particular for my landlord/best friend. As he appreciates mechanical pieces as he’s a luthier. And (no offense buddy) I always see you wearing GIANT watches on your wrist... Nice review broseph! I love the fact you included a timeline/ history arc for seiko. That’s what made me love this brand. They have history. And I’d love to share the story of seiko with my friends in my hope my friends can see the beauty in the mechanics and not the beauty of a “fashion watch” Much love!!! Wear it in good health and always keep a watch! It’s always a milestone in your life you can look back on when your older!

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks for sharing your story Lego Guy! And I appreciate the feedback! Sounds like the SNK 809 has treated you extremely well. As far as the fashion brands go.. it's true, a lot of people who are just getting into watches end up going with fashion brands. Even one of my first watches was a fashion brand watch. It has to do with the fact that 99% of style guru's on KZbin only suggest fashion brands so a lot of the watch new comers don't even know about brands like SEIKO, CITIZEN, ORIENT or even TIMEX. But, that's all beginning to change!

[@leoagbayani5304]

Very good review. I got my Seiko 5 SNK809 last year, and using it daily in construction site I can say it's really a tank! It will be a year old this March 2022 and I still love wearing it daily. Some model got engraved "Malaysia" but my one don't have. This might be made here in Singapore since I find out that Seiko got watch Factory here :)

[@nelq415]

I ordered one yesterday, this review just reassured me that I made the right choice.

[@tamengsuchi1825]

Mee to, just replace nato strap leather, superb look

[@kulahit50]

Best visual presentation among all the watch reviews I’ve seen on KZbin. Your comprehensive review was also very informative. Keep up the good work

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you good sir!

[@jeckwhite9099]

I own this watch and the review is correct. It’s really a perfect watch- mostly, but it’s water resistance is quite limited and it is shockingly small. 37mm is a generous measurement. And it fits on the wrist similar to a 35-36. I wore it for 6-7 months daily and decided to step up to the SNZG15. The 42mm bigger brother. With 100m water resistance. Looks almost identical (aside from the 3oclock crown) and the minute labeling on the face is changed for 24hr numbering. But colors, styling, band, and face layout are identical. If you are over 5ft 10 and 170+lbs the 809 will likely just be too small and almost look a bit of a novelty.

[@ManuRedd]

I’m 6’1 145 and my wrists are skinny so I think it will work

[@OmarZ77]

7:20 wow haha love how you put it in front of an Attack on Titan (SnK) pic! I think this sold me on the watch haha!

[@karlsenula9495]

The 809 black tends to run right around $90-$100. Less expensive are the other color varients. The link in the description is offering the watch for $137 USD.

[@ericpena3426]

Unbelievable quality video for a small channel. Definitely subbed

[@_casualthrower333_4]

the visuals in this review are amazing i’m glad your channel has been growing and I hope it continues to do so

[@stephenhenion8304]

I decided to get the beige one, six months after I bought the blue one. Adding an assortment of Barton Bands and I'm really happy with all the combinations! It's an exceptional watch. Great video, Lad!!

[@702MMS]

Absolutely outstanding watch review and video. Perfect delivery of information. Looking forward to watching you other videos.

[@valueink]

10:42 what kind of strap is that? It looks amazing, fits the watch perfectly.

[@heyhey9282]

Brown leather strap

[@dannyv.6358]

I've been wearing the 805 for four years now. Riding quads, shooting, ect and everday at work(truck driver). Still holding up very well! Just wore out the first replacement band put the stock band back on and now shopping for another. You hit the nail on the head, the band it comes with is the weakest part of the package. Great presentation btw. Any quality bands that you recommend? Best value I should add.

[@markdsiddall]

Nice review! Bought this one two years ago on Amazon for $47, and the blue one, snk807, for $54. Don't know if the prices will ever reach those levels again, but I love the watches. My first automatic was actually the much larger Orient blue mako. It was nice also, but I prefer these due to their incredible value and smaller size.

[@watchlad1969]

These watches will unfortunately NEVER be that low again... But I honestly think they are still worth the money.

[@hariyandiguan]

Just check yesterday $159 but on sale, just $99. I like it, but another type on sale as well (SNKK27), $99

[@MuhammadHamza-mc2xh]

I just ordered one and can't wait to wear it! I think it was worth mentioning this a flieger influenced dial, to upsell it worth.

[@echochambers8418]

Awesome Video...I like how you dove into the history of Seiko....While giving a great review of a workhorse of a “cheaper” Seiko.It truly is a great Watch,And pound for pound,Seiko is the best Watch Company in my opinion.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks! Yea, I love history so I always try to include a little bit of history about the watch brand when I'm doing my reviews! I'm glad you liked the review. I'll be doing more Seiko reviews soon so stay tuned!

[@donniedenny2821]

I have had mine (black dail) for over six months. It's a good looking watch and is built for endurance. Don't get me wrong, it's not a Hamilton field watch you can buy for approximately $500.00. It is surprisingly accurate. I was quite shocked when I found out you could purchase a Seiko wristwatch, automatic 21-jeweled movement for $69.00. I think you'll love it. So be sure to shop around on Amazon, because of the differences in prices. Some, like this style, can sell for over a $100.00. But you should be able to find one for around $70.00. One other thing, the man is right about the watch strap. I ended up replacing mine 😊.

[@ivanoxx]

now it costs $140

[@thxdldu]

I watched numerous snk809 series review, but this is the best review!!

[@JOESIMABINHAMID]

Scored one last week, thanks for the good review. Two thumbs up

[@ShafakCool]

Just purchased one in beige thanks to you :)

[@reghudson5444]

I have the SNK803 version, and I like everything about it except one thing. Mine is not accurate at all. To be fair, it is rated at +-25 seconds per day, and mine seems to be around -30. But this means I need to reset it about once per week. That’s too often for me. So I took it to my watch service guy and he timegraphed it, and tried to regulate it, but wasn’t able to get better accuracy. I think I might have just gotten one that’s on the low side of the accuracy spec, and other people might get lucky and have better accuracy. It’s too bad because I really like the watch. But sadly it has ended up in my watch drawer unworn.

[@elchoya8770]

have this,the beige color and the silver dial.wish they had a white dial ,the one I got looks more like a pearl silver not white which said in the description on amazon.

[@George_Borman]

A great watch for your money for those who don't like huge watches. I have exactly the same ones in the same blue box. I have been wearing it periodically since 2012. Accuracy suits me fine. Initially, they lagged slightly. I went to the watchmaker and asked him to adjust the "thermometer" so that the clock was slightly in a hurry. For this class of mechanism, the accuracy is quite good, in any case, as a pedant, it suits me quite well. I bought it on Amazon, if memory serves, for more than 80 dollars at a discount.

[@hugoohlsson1241]

Excellent video. You deserve a lot more subscribers, which I'm certain you will get.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks Hugo! I really appreciate it. It's comments like these that make me strive to put out the best content I can!

[@evanspivack2714]

Nice review...well written and filmed, informative. I'm looking forward to other reviews from you!

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks Evan! Stay tuned! More reviews coming soon.

[@ufooooooooooooooooo]

This used to be the best around $50 dollar watch not too long ago. I totally beat on mine and it's still going strong today. Another watch which is still relatively cheap today and probably one of the cheapest automatics is the Orient Tri-Star. I bought them both at the same time and that 40 dollar Orient is surprisingly one of my most accurate automatics still staying within 6 seconds a day. I think even today they're both awesome choices.

[@GK-qc5ry]

That was a great price, can't get it for that now.

[@Bob.martens]

I modded my SNZG with sapphire crystal and an NH35-swap (plus new crown). Total cost: 200€. The same can be done with the SNK. Worth it for me. The 7S26 is actually in quite high demand if you want to sell it, so subtract that from the cost...

[@meneerjansen00]

Funny how every review says it's $80 when it's impossible to find it under $130. That's a 63% difference.

[@benny71555]

It's $80 on the grey market, but I wouldn't buy on the grey market

[@benywidodo]

Bought mine at $80 in authorized dealer in SE Asia, not hard to find that either

[@meneerjansen00]

@@benywidodo Really? What dealer? Can one order on-line from that dealer? Including VAT and S&H I'll bet you a million dollars that it'll be $130 again. The Americans have a weird habit of only citing prices excl. VAT and shipping. That way I can buy a car for $100. ;-)

[@benywidodo]

@@meneerjansen00 I think it doesn't ship overseas

[@verbalwound5874]

It's discontinued, price rises when they lack in supply

[@rjpena1556]

Good job, detailed review and your voice is very clear, keep it up,

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you!

[@nanhinting7447]

Good straight forward presentation. Not long winded and repetitive like some. Keep it up.

[@robby9513]

Just purchased mine, thank you for the great review video.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks! And enjoy the watch!

[@VictoriaStobbie]

SNK807 REPRESENT! Loved that watch, even after moving up into better watches.

[@YR7A]

I wore one of these all through high school. Great watch. I kept it wound by developing muscle memory to shake it on my wrist for about 15 seconds every once and a while.

[@Punisher4mHell]

Now that's how a watch review should be.

[@godfreyfoster9303]

I am buying a restored Russian watch by Molinja Reconnaisanse which is a classic pilots watch. It has the hours dial in the normal place with various strategic nos missing for other instrument embelishments or chrono at 9 for e.g. I first bought a Poveba 1980 pilots watch with the minutes on the outside the hours 2 x 12 on the inside. But at 34mm case dia and the crystal at 28mm seeing without glasses as I would normally was too difficult, dial/face too busy. I've bought from a UK seller this SNK809 black new at a similar price although they show up at twice this now. The point is that you didn't mention the exquisite dial design which is unusual yet to me quite logical hours traced by the 'big' finger and hours by the small..This plus the pilots triangle at 12 to designate uprightness are irresistible. So looking forward to receiving this one as well - got to be a classic design for me!! G D F

[@jrf7204]

had to buy this watch for $100 including shipping, cannot wait for it to arrive!!

[@docmc6557]

Just bought mine today, can’t wait to wear it!

[@watchlad1969]

Nice! Enjoy it Doc!

[@poopykan1456]

fantastic review! I have just started entering the world of horology and will be purchasing this watch soon!! Thank you so much for the background on Seiko as well. I am into budget tech in my channel WackyTechReviews which is just starting out, i'm sure this SNK809 will make a great addition!!!

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks and good luck!

[@iturbo5733]

Thanks for the review. I really want to get one of these as my first watch.

[@watchlad1969]

Definitely do! This was my first automatic SEIKO and it has been great!

[@algerdebvilla173]

I have this kind of watch and it has been with me for 2 decades now.

[@well7573]

Amazing review! This watch is truly special for its price, I'll get one soon!

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you! Really appreciate it!

[@MrBadack]

You are good, man. Nice review. May your channel keeps on growing.

[@rangersmith4652]

I recently ran across my Grandfather's 1952 Doxa automatic, and found that it runs. That piqued my interest in automatics, so I purchased an Orient Tristar and a Seiko SNK805, getting both for a total under $200. Though I doubt any mechanical watch can become my daily, the bug has bitten me just a bit.

[@Peenhole]

Solid video for a solid watch. Nice little Attack on Titan cameo.

[@watchlad1969]

haha THANKS!

[@joshuaorbito]

The visuals, the audio, the tone. 👌🏼

[@hugofersal]

awesome review, loved the camera, music & info.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks Hugo!

[@jackwyatt517]

Just started wearing mine again:) awesome review And ordered some screen protectors

[@russellharris5072]

Bought mine three days ago @£103.00,some Amazon sharks are asking a lot more for the canvas strap version.I found mine on the metal bracelet which was a pain to resize due to the tightness of the pins.Timegrapher says i have a 1.7 milliseconds beat error so i'll run it for a mont and check again.Time keeping is very good in spite of this..................

[@albertsantosTP]

Awesome review just bought the SNK803 from amazon I can’t wait to wear it.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks! :)

[@r3dsnow757]

i have the snk803 too, get some nato straps it looks great and simple!

[@tamengsuchi1825]

@@r3dsnow757 yeah same my watch too, use leather nato strap

[@jarikinnunen1718]

I got just SNK809. Strap is just enough my wrist. I like it lot.❤

[@kareem3alawi]

Good review !!! I ordered the watch for 80 Canadian dollars !! So excited

[@watchlad1969]

Congrats man! It's a great watch! Enjoy it!

[@KevAlberta]

I’m gonna keep an eye out for a sale

[@bjornholmstrom7057]

Great review! You have a great voice, good informative video! Big thumbs up! The watch? I’m more of a diver or dress type of guy. This is a bit too flieger/field-ish.

[@watchlad1969]

Really appreciate it Björn! I'm a huge fan of dress watches myself. I'll be reviewing some fantastic dress watches from Orient soon enough!

[@waymol]

Had my snk807 over 10 years & still going strong, accurate as well (for a mechanical) paid £52-00 quid for it. I've had it serviced once & sourced a genuine spare strap for £6-00 off Ebay instead of almost £40-00 !! WHY do Seiko rip you off on after sales ? Still a great watch & I'll always get my money back I reckon & maybe a little profit too!

[@sidwhitten7126]

Love my SNK809, great review.

Awesome review man! One of the best watch reviews I've ever seen. Keep up the good work.

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you!

[@KaldekBoch]

Ordered one of these last week. Can't wait for it to arrive!

[@watchlad1969]

Hope you enjoy it! It's a great watch!

[@KaldekBoch]

@@watchlad1969 I absolutely love it. My only complaint is that my eyes are a bit bad and a couple more mm case size would make it perfect.

[@aNsWeRkEy02]

I have the 803 beige dial..Its definitely a head turner

[@verdict1163]

Always try to get the SNK809K2. It usually costs about the same as the K1 but comes with the metal bracelet. Even if you don't use the bracelet, it's nice to have. And it looks cool.

[@rushiparmar11]

damn! i am amazed at how much under rated your channel is!

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you! Greatly appreciated

[@Lunderson69]

Great review, I just picked up my SNK 803 and am totally loving my first automatic watch.

[@watchlad1969]

That's awesome Alexander. Glad you like it!

[@tokyotravellerful]

that was a brave decision to choose 803 over 809 mate, I am still confused to pick between the two

[@Lunderson69]

@@tokyotravellerful Hey Bagus, I think the 803 is more versatile for every day life. Everyone has a black dial watch. Once you change the straps you can wear the 803 with anything.

[@tokyotravellerful]

Alexander Gardiner couldn’t agree with you more

[@davisssamuel]

7:18 is that Attack on Titan?! 😂😂

[@watchlad1969]

Of course! It was a great backdrop for this watch! haha

[@jackneals5585]

NANI!?!?

[@odynxxeiryuu]

Seiko 5 "SNK" 809 now I know that "SNK" stands for Shingeki No Kyojin (Attack On Titan) awesome! 😂

[@wouthezx]

very recently picked up the blue 807 version. it's a decent watch but the thing I don't like about it is how long it takes for the date day to switch to the next date. And to be honest when I wear it I don't get the feeling it is built like a tank. maybe it is but so far it has not giving me that feeling

[@watchlad1969]

The slow date change is to be expected at the entry level. These movements are not the most refined. Especially at this price. As far as the watch being durable. It definitely is, although yes I agree it's not very heavy or TANK like haha. It is rather small.

[@ASLUHLUHC3]

7:28 Wow, I was just thinking of joining the scouts

[@jfcc9086com]

Its tempting. Black friday. BTW, the days are in French as well. I saw Mar, Tue. tx!

[@ftwalbertor88]

What leather strap were you using at 10:39?

[@dennissouthard3552]

Just got one of these new Seiko watches. So far I'm tickled to death with it.

[@watchlad1969]

They are great little watches!

[@nuboyinfla]

Hard for me to decide between black or cream. What a great watch..,and review!

[@stephenhenion8304]

Get both!

[@dimanadia]

mine has a lot of scratches on the glass is it possible to replace it with a sapphire crystal?

[@paddythepatman]

Hi. I have just subscribed. I love the tone of your channel and wish you well with it. I know it’s been done a hundred times but I would love to hear your take on the skx. Thanks.

[@abhikkashyap]

Hi mate, what's the size of your wrist? I've a 7 and a half inch wrist. I'm afraid the SNK might look too small on me.

[@kylewinter8766]

Man, your videos are great. I really appreciate your attention to detail, aesthetics and function. You're helping people buy watches that are worth buying. I can't wait to see how this channel grows. You have my subscription.

[@watchlad1969]

Thank you Kyle. Truly appreciated!

[@davisssamuel]

The watch has gone up in price a ton, it's around $120. How do you think you watch compares at that price?

[@watchlad1969]

You are definitely right it HAS gone up recently. I still think it offers incredible value for the money. Even at that price point. Although the price might definitely drop with in the next few weeks or months.

[@davisssamuel]

@@watchlad1969 How do you know the price will drop? Not to doubt you, just curious.

[@watchlad1969]

@@davisssamuel Just from what I have seen with this particular watch. I bought it when it was 80 USD a month later it was 60 USD now it's 120 USD. Once amazon get's a new shipment in the price will most likely go way down again.

[@davisssamuel]

@@watchlad1969 Okay, thx for the insight! 💯

[@watchlad1969]

@@davisssamuel Anytime!

[@GilbertoPorter]

Thanks! It’s pushing $120 today

[@marcusakers7245]

Great review! I love my 5

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks Marcus. I love mine as well!

[@deanwaller8283]

@@watchlad1969 you still wear it?and of so how is it holding up?

[@nirmaladias7050]

My first automatic ,bought it in 2011.

[@quangle102]

10:20 for negative points

[@tobiasrottenbach1769]

First review I have seen with a water test. Pretty cool idea.

[@michaeldejesus1184]

Great Review ! Many thanks!

[@Poborsky-fx1wo]

Great review. Thank you

[@jasetunney6385]

Great review....i had one that bricked after one month and I take care of my things far better than most....would you say I was just unlucky?

[@nasaman23]

Great review! I subscribed!

[@komodokomodo9379]

I enjoy watching your video about seiko watches. Aregato

[@jameswhitejr5291]

I enjoyed this video... keep up the good work

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks James!

[@yacovmitchenko1490]

Arguably the best watch out there for the price range.

[@auttiebarnard7691]

Gateway watch, you're now hooked haha

[@fl1431]

Just received this watch yesterday from Amazon and I immediately switched the strap to NATO Bond. I like it very much because it‘s light weighted and its simplicity for a basic field watch needs. Granted, the movement is dated without self-winding and hacking, but it serves its purpose as a time piece. I will switch it back and forth with my Orient Ray 2 Raven. It is a good and affordable watch to start your collections.

[@watchlad1969]

100% agree!

[@joem5140]

I bought it for my NATO bond

[@galerobinson3182]

How hard is it to swap the straps? Do I need any tools?

[@watchlad1969]

@@galerobinson3182 It's pretty easy just get a spring bar tool from Amazon

[@joseluisgarcia4266]

Yeap! Another honesto rev. Coool!!! Thump up.

[@watchlad1969]

Thanks man

[@BurnHard1992]

Hi there, nice review, though I took some comparison between your 809 and my olive green 805 it seems there are some light differences. 1. My watch has the 7S26B movement is there any difference between them? 2. on your backglas one can see it was made or parts were purchased from Malaysia, I do not have such branding it is just the common indicators without background. Does this mean mine was fully made in Japan? Purchase year was 2011 which means that my watch is in service since nearly 9 years and still working ^^ Had some adventures with it like swimming in the danube river or my expedition in the egypt dunes ^^ Update: read in an article that both 805, 809 are Made in Malaysia still is the question if my 805 with b movement too because the newer ones have all the C variant (stand 2014).

[@ngeorgantonis]

Excellent video! I have bought the same watch. It gains 1 minute every 3 days. Is it normal? Can I fix it? I have read that this is something usual for an automatic watch. Is it true?

[@arnoldgibbs3089]

I know 3 bar watch is not the best thing for scuba diving. I wore it as an experiment. So did three other people with no leakages. I went to 70 feet off of Atlantic City. 5 bar no problems either. Seiko, Casio, Orient all work like horses. Orient and Seiko both offer a bang for the buck. Casio in most instances seems not breakable.

[@850Tech]

Best review of this watch