Seiko Gets It Right with the SBDC051 and 053

[@Seikoholic1973]

I am so relieved watching your videos because they boost my self-confidence. You see I have the same watches like you have, I have the Seiko SBDC053 on a steel bracelet and the Tuna SBBN033. Love them both. They are like brothers, they share the same hands and the one completes the other in every way you can think of. Just stick to the Seikos man.I know you are happy with them. Well done again for delivering another great presentation.

[@syndicatedsatellite7288]

Having too many watches never caused any adverse affect on myself. I just learned more about watches. Watches are easy to store. Imagine people's storage challenges who collect larger items such as snowmobiles...

[@martinharrison4245]

Got the 051 , absolutely love it, instant classic, best watch money can buy for this price !!! Been wearing mine for almost a year , and not a scratch on it . Unreal quality and durability !!!

[@iainrossiter758]

I have both of these. Beautiful timepieces. Brilliant quality.

[@miked2662]

I agree, I've sold a lot of watches over the past few years and I generally get a sense of relief because I can now wear my "keepers" more frequently and enjoy them more.

[@danburdiek2697]

Love my 051, adjusted it and now looses a mere 4 seconds a day. It's now my only watch.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

The 051's domed sapphire makes it one of Seiko's best ever designs.

[@livefit8936]

Got a preowned 051 at a killer price recently, but wishing I have a brand new one so thinking of getting the 053😎

[@msp459]

The blue one looks very cool!

[@FINEST-uz9ek]

I have the 053 on a bracelet and absolutely love this watch, from fit and finish to accuracy it’s a solid watch my favorite for sure. I agree with your watered down effect I have in my rotation the 053 for office meetings and everyday use but I lean towards my turtle 777 on a crafter blue rubber strap for my more everyday beater . I also recently pick up my first g shock the GW5000 1jf and really like it a lot as an everyday use also. When I want to go smaller I put on my Steinhart ocean one 39. So that’s my rotation and I find that it’s a good balance for me and prevents the watered down feel that will come from a larger collection.

[@robertspinks835]

Ray Caroli have the same Gshock great watch

[@SmokeyStoner]

I'm glad Seiko came to their senses and now release the 053 on a bracelet. I had to purchased a Strapcode Hexad Oyster for mine. Looks very similar.

[@wessamhamadneh9877]

Seiko 😍 this piece is Soo perfect !!! Wish I could get my hands on it !

[@siamwatchaddict9072]

Great review.. My 053 turned up yesterday on rubber. Anyone selling the stock bracelets separately ??

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Stock bracelets sold on eBay for $185 and it's sold on bracelet on Gnomon Watches.

[@valueink]

The sbdc101 is now the best Seiko you can get in this price range. I assume these will not sell as much now and the prices will probably go down a bit.

[@Yakena1]

Can you start a new channel for those of us that are SBDC051 and 053 owners? I enjoy both of mine and wear the dive strap which is the most comfortable strap I ever tried. I'm keeping both of these, my Omega PO 600, and my Seiko turtle as my beater. I'm adding a sapphire to the turtle. Can't go back to hardlex after seeing the difference on the 51 & 53.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

That would be a very specialized channel. But I'm drinking the 051/053 Kool-Aid, for sure.

[@MIAMI-CASUAL]

Amusing as usual fella 👍🏻 I got my sbdc055 yesterday and must admit seiko has made a great job on these 62mas reissue’s 👌🏻..looking forward to getting that bracelet as well 👏🏻 I was originally going to go 051 as I generally prefer the black ( safe ) option.... but decided I need some colour in my life and went padi ... and am really very happy with it 👍🏻 I love all variants though tbh 😍

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

That wave blue on the 055 is special. You won't regret it.

[@JB-qt8eh]

Still the best seiko divers for me for the price and quality ratio, love my 053 and 059.

[@raphaelzion1366]

You prolly dont give a shit but if you're bored like me atm then you can stream all the new movies on instaflixxer. I've been binge watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of weeks :)

[@aarondominic697]

@Raphael Zion yup, been using instaflixxer for years myself :D

[@nickg2954]

Im on a Porta potty watching this..lol.love that blue dial

[@airborneSGT]

Might need to get that diver to compliment my Grand Seiko Snowflake.

[@ME-hc1fk]

Hi, What is the bracelet on your 053. Mine came with the standard rubber strap ?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

I bought mine from Gnomon watches with the original stock Seiko bracelet that you get on the 051.

[@omegacontrol9889]

I also love big watches, still do. Love the presence on my large 8 inch wrists. I too, am also afraid of anything getting near 42mm or below. :(

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Must confess the 41mm Tudor Black Bay 79730 is calling my name. It looks like the perfect watch.

[@ajaxforever5473]

Fantastic timepieces!! Question; Somehow you have the tendency to often buy two of the same type of watches. Two Tunas. Two SBDC's. Two Citizen ProMasters. And so one. How come, Jeff?

[@francistuazon7666]

I bet he has more than two hot ladies tho. 😁

[@jr-nb6mj]

beautiful shots. I love this review-format since it gives a very good view of the watch. I do wonder, does your Sumo get much wrist time when owning 51/53? Theyre very simular size and fill the same spot in the collection.

[@DVDFHardTarget]

Honest review Jeff appreciated mate!

[@JungleEddie]

I like almost the whole package. At that price you can get a much better movement than the 6r15. It should have a movement regulated to less than + or - 10 sec per day.

[@mcstarling07]

Seikos are notorious for under selling their movement accuracy numbers as well as water resistance ratings. Mine runs about -5 a week, sometimes dead even. Its more accurate than some watches that I paid a whole lot more for. Maybe I got lucky.

[@robertspinks835]

Love my seikos but these reissue models dont grab me, rather my skx and monster even though there inferior in movement and case quality ect. Definitely going to have to see one in person I think.

[@FINEST-uz9ek]

Robert Spinks believe me you will like the SBDC series I have the 053 it is a killer watch

[@robertspinks835]

Ray Caroli I know I would love it and value for money probably best value seiko, but ive sold 7 watches to buy one luxury watch that i want to wear 70 percent of the time so I have to stick to the plan.lol

[@treblarefils]

Mine SBDC051 has a bezel that doesnt line up and the lume pip is not centered in the triangle properly. I may sell it for the 061. Best affordable ish Seikos though by far.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

That is very discouraging to here. QC issues.

[@absoluteb22]

What's a good name for them? The Kanpai?

[@FatSamEIE]

Blu-mas

[@absoluteb22]

Got to agree, i think 051 053 are both killer.

[@mickmouse3513]

Beautiful watch's.

[@LTTang]

These are nice looking but I am dispappinted with mine. It's running +20 seconds fast

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

20 seconds doesn't bother me, but that's my limit.

[@stanoster3417]

Those 2 SBDCs are gorgeous!👍

[@brewer9565]

Good review. Completely agree with your “watered down effect” theory. Too many watches is overkill and dilutes the significance of the special pieces in your collection. One cannot appreciate the nuances of a fine meal if one is a glutton. Like Miles used to say, it’s not about how many notes you play, it’s about the significance of the ones you do play and the ones you don’t. Less is more.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Less is more indeed. Seems that 6 is the most I can have though 4 or 5 is more ideal.

[@MrJdp1968]

Great video, im having a tough choice between the 053 and the 063. Does the crown stick in your wrist on the 051 and 053? I’m used to the crown being at 4 o clock on my Diver’s

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

It's not a problem, but in general I do prefer the crown at 4. I remember I noticed this at first, but after a week I no longer feel it. But that is an important consideration. On the 051/053 the crown position isn't too important because case is 42.6mm. However, I used to own the 48mm Seiko SUN019 with crown at 3 and that crown dug a bloody hole in my hand.

[@thetrentmeister]

Watching this video reminds me of how great these watches are! Now it’s a few months down the road after you got the Willard and the new mm200, do you think Seiko have improved since this era?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

While I love my Willard and my MM200, including their 70-hour power reserves, I believe they are overpriced at $1,200. The 051 and 053, around 800, are a better value.

[@aHigherPower]

I actually really like your all stainless Tuna. I agree on your watered down too many watches theory. I have a bunch of old junkers and I need 4-5 nice watches. lol

[@davidcote8644]

Tuna SBBN017 vs SBDC053 ? Which would you prefer and why?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

go with domed sapphire automatic SBDC053. Hurts to say it, but that's the bottom line.

[@davidcote8644]

Jeffrey McMahon yes I have had the SBDC053 so this would be a re buy ! I never had SBBN017 so curious about it! The sapphire on the the SBDC053 is top notch and that blue ! Gezzze I love this stuff!

[@davidcote8644]

Btw love the videos, please keep making them !

[@hidekihayashi785]

Does the 035 come with the stainless steel band? Its product description indicates as though it came with a rubber strap.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

The only website that sells 053 on the steel band is Gnomon Watches: www.gnomonwatches.com/prospex-200m-automatic-blue-bracelet-ref-sbdc053

[@danielbalaramurribarri6390]

All of the watches that were shown had the wrong date.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Full confession: I never set the date.

[@alienhatz3265]

That's why I prefer time only watches :D wish Seiko made some but they have barely any... a couple quartz GS divers and an obscure Seiko Calatrava-type

[@domenicfp]

I bought the Seiko Patriot watch that is solar and radio, so I pretty much let the watch set itself (Except for daylight savings). I got it for a great price and it is one of my favorite watches to wear.

[@alienhatz3265]

TommyBoy13 the radio doesn't do daylight savings?

[@mickmouse3513]

Funny.

[@rodrigomussak]

Jeff, are you considering pulling the trigger for the Marinemaster 200? Never saw you wearing the blue Monster. Do you still have it?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

I never had a blue Monster, but I do have the blue Seiko SBDC053, which is a keeper.

[@Lycosa]

Yup. You're back home... Kansas. thank god. hahahahaha

[@Mark-sd7fc]

Do the stock seiko bracelets have the divers extension? And does that divers extension dig into your wrist like my seiko divers with the extension?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

It has an extension, and I feel no dig the way I do with the stock bracelet on the Tuna SBBN031.

[@karimdelakarim]

Don't you find the crown sticks out too far? Apart from That its Cool the SBD.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

I prefer crown at 4. At first, the crown bugged me because all my crowns are at 4, but in a week I got used to it.

[@1539Mickey]

100 % agree with the "watered down affect." I've had my Seiko SKA369 for 11 months and it's the only watch I ware. I don't even want another watch. I have about 5 other watches that I never ware. Some are dress, some are divers and some are mundane but still work. I like the kinetic/quartz movement for it's accuracy and shock resistance. I like a screw down crown because I've had other watches where the crown pulled part way out when it caught on the hem of my pocket, which stopped the time. Just reach into your pocket and see where the crown hooks over the edge of your pocket. I do use the rotating bezel as a timer and I prefer a crown guard. The price of $209.00 delivered was another attraction for me. I know it's not your "cup of tea" but I love it. I always enjoy your outlook on life and watches. Keep up the great videos. Thanks, Mickey

[@ak99515ak]

Is the sbdc053 the jdm version? Or spb053 jdm?

[@philo2197]

Is it not possible to be a watch obsessive without having multiple watches?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Recovered addicts are still obsessive about their previous substance of addiction even if there are none in the house.

[@philo2197]

Jeffrey McMahon yeah... I feel like I obsess about watches but I am more Quality over quantity, though our definitions of quality may differ. I only have two watches and constantly think if I should even have two watches. Drives me crazy.

[@alienhatz3265]

Two is perfect cause if you only have one you have to go without a watch for a while when service time rolls around...

[@philo2197]

Alien Hatz yeah, that was one of my justifications because the very same week I bought my Rolex Batman I accidentally popped the bezel insert out and had to send it in to Tolex service center. Was gone for 6 weeks. So bought the hulk partly because I was lucky enough to find one and also for that reason. But I always ask myself if I should have two. Probably just guilt.

[@alienhatz3265]

please don't have any guilt about your awesome collection... god, a Batman and a Hulk... now we're cookin' with heat!

[@vem4o]

I only wear between 42 to 45 mm

[@cryptocurrenc3331]

Does this have a nickname?

[@jr-nb6mj]

Imo the seiko Tuna is one of few watches that the more beat up it gets, the better it looks.

[@pkilla617]

Great video are those the japan version or us

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Japanese version

[@valueink]

So many swiss alternatives at this price point, although they've come down in price.

[@ME-hc1fk]

Thanks

[@kimmungkim]

Wish it had a day display

[@gilliebrand]

I have the SBDC051, it is a fantastic watch.

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Wearing it as I read your comment. Huge contrast between bright lume markers and rich black dial, even in daylight.

[@gilliebrand]

The best lume on any watch I own or have owned, so bright you can read a book in a dark room with it.

[@stevepodraza6363]

How does it compare to the 033? Size wise?

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Very similar because it has 51mm lugs and Tuna has no lugs, but Tuna is chunkier.

[@Badastro59]

Sorry can agree on the "Watered down affect" I go with the "Critical Mass affect" The more watches I collect the better I feel about the watches I own , Trouble is I'm running out of time, one watch a decade was fine once, a Seiko 6139-6012 back in the Seventies, (Still going strong) swatch in the eighties (long gone) Pulsar trek in the Nineties , and a Seiko military model in the two thousands, so Now I have over thirty watches 12 seiko's ,a Doxa, couple of Omega's, Bought a tissot visodate today, like to get a Milgauss before I hit sixty, Want a definition of an old Person ? A young person that thinks what the F**k Happened ?

[@briansavage5141]

Have you ever justified keeping a watch simply due to sentimentality? I purchased my first Seiko on a business trip to Yamanashi at a boutique shop in an outlet mall. It's a green dialed JDM Seiko 5 Sports model. I've since purchased a couple of other Seikos and I find myself wearing this watch maybe only once a month. I am nothing if not underwhelmed by it on the wrist. I cannot bring myself to part with it however, because of what it represents. It is the physical introduction to a lifestyle brand that I'll be seemingly drawn to for the unforeseeable future. If I part ways with this watch, I feel as if I may regret it similarly to how I regret selling my first car (also an underwhelming specimen, but sorely missed based on what it represents).

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Perhaps because you were traveling, there is power in the memory. My first "real" watch, an Ecozilla, was sold and I have no attachment to it. But it was a parcel from Amazon.

[@Ferien7]

If these watches had no more than a 47mm lug to lug length, I'd be all about them

[@alienhatz3265]

It's a nice collection... get the Aqua Terra!

[@jigd0471]

Im waiting for an automatic Seiko Tuna.....

[@Seikoholic1973]

I wish I could buy the sbdx011.

[@sbsb4995]

Quartz is the way to go if you want reliability and longevity.

[@chriskitedude565]

if i had to choose from the two... i choose for the sun019p. :-) those kiddie size watches dont do it for me

[@Eric_Nielsen]

I like the crown and the blue (or black) color schemes. I *hate* the hour hand. If someone knows a watch-modder that will sell these with a sensible handset, I'll throw $$$ at them.

[@lowie774]

Seiko .........black ........nope ! I pre order the NTH nacken modern black date 40 mm I think it is to small 4 you

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Yeah, the 41mm Seiko Cocktail watches at my local watch store look ridiculously small on my wrist. I'm happy with my Orient Saturation Diver as my "big boy" watch.

[@snacklofter]

Just bought your book - looking forward to reading it.atb.snack

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Thanks so much. A snack indeed.

[@jonnblue]

Prefer the SKX007/SKX009

[@sbsb4995]

Seiko always cuts corners and can't keep proper time

[@hellsingtepech6525]

you still use a watch to keep time in 2019 🤔 are you amish or something lol

[@AyeJay99]

My first impression was that it looks like a Squale 50 Atmos.

[@chillwill120]

Completely different hands, indices, case, bracelet....

[@markusschmitt3178]

love xour vids but somehow it's Always the same watch you are Talking About..... big, bold Divers

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Perhaps I should review loaners from other members of the community.

[@markusschmitt3178]

perhaps, but thats not you,, if you know what i mean.my point was... have some fun with it, take a look at Helm Watch khuraburi, the best Diver for $$$