Seiko SLA057--I Sold My Tudor BB58 For This

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[@user-dz6eg2hy2s]

I once told someone that 8L35 is an upgrade from MT5402. He disagreed saying MT5402 is better that 8L35. So we put the BB58 and SLA043 on timegrapher, with multiple positions. The MT5402 was all over the places, +1s here, -2s there, +6s here, -4s there, while 8L35 was consistent at +2 to +3s at any positions, much higher amplitudes too. We then opened up the case to look at the movement. 8L35B is beautiful, MT5402 is no better than an ORIS SW200 based movement. He then pointed out MT5402 has 70hours PR, I told him: son, a bigger gas tank doesn't made a car a better 1...

[@JeffreyMcMahon]

Thanks for the review. I have the SLA055 and find it is a cut above Omega and Tudor. I wear mine on Tropic, Isofrane, and Waffle.

[@icewarped]

Nice review from a long term ownership perspective! I’ve always loved dive watches and loved the look of the SKX007. However I quickly out grew its limitations and shortcomings. Since then, I’ve owned a black bay gmt, omega SM300, Seiko lx spring drive diver SNR045 (to bulky), and every Seiko diver in between. It wasn’t until I purchased the SLA055 (ice blue version of this watch) that I found “my watch”. The finishing and execution of this watch is beyond compare. The symmetry of the lume and an inconspicuous date window (love the symmetry of no dates, but also love having the date). Mine runs about 8 seconds fast per day, which is acceptable, but more importantly consistent. The only downside is this watch has ended my journey of finding that perfect diver from a “the hunt is more enjoyable than the kill perspective”.

[@FadeToBlack2181]

After watching your video I really fell in love with this watch. I could not find this one at the time at a good price on the secondary but I did manage to find the SLA055. Wow when I got the watch in person it blew me away even more so than in any of the videos. I was so impressed that I had to have the SLA055 also in which one finally came up at good price and I grabbed it. These things looks as good or maybe even better in some ways than my Rolex's. Great video!

[@EricSloferwatchreviews]

My daily driver & exit diver ! Best diver I've ever owned!!!!

[@1malikalik]

Bro, I am a Photographer and your Photos are sharp, crisp and I love love the Blurry background (Bourcha). I am also a SEIKOHOLIC and I have watched tones of videos online and you are the 1st Channel that I know of that brilliantly makes a Watch Review so Cinematic. Most YT watch reviews are mundane and 2 Dimensional- essentially a guy talking while holding a watch. Those photos told a million stories. I also love that you are a Family Man, An outdoors man and you spend time with your son and you are physically fit. Am American and those Adjectives are rare in our society. Now back to SLA057: I Love MM300 but it's HUGE for my wrist but it's also cheaper than the SLA057 and have been leaning towards the MM200 at 42mm but you got me searching for this puppy. 4 G's is a lot of dough tho.

[@contrast1908]

Feels and looks more premium than all the other watches mentioned in the video. Great buy.

[@peterjg]

Wonderful review. Great photos and videography that really do this beautiful watch justice! Thanks so much for taking the time to do this and share such a beautiful but rugged watch so perfectly.

[@Dadication3]

Thanks for the well done review, I am a similar type of Seiko enthusiast who sees the 055 as a grail(thanks Mr. McMahon)but only owns beloved samurai and turtles so far, your great footage really shows off the striking 057 colors and fantastic finishing. As someone with similar watch history, and a vacant spot next to my snowflake, this review gives me confidence. It really helps to know how you explained your use of your 057 as part of your real life owners review.

[@thetrentmeister]

Very enjoyable video, sir. It's very nice to see a high quality video aesthetically, whilst hearing someone speak of loving their Seiko.

[@APBCTechnique]

I agree the SLA055 or 57 are a cut above a Tudor BB58 I’ve got the SLA039J1 & SLA043 marine master & SLA071J1 land master - they are all brilliant. I’ve also got the Tudor BB58 S&G it’s nice & classic but not finished like a SLA055 or 57 I want to get the SLA055 one fine day to add to my collection

[@rondj1965]

I REALLY like this watch. I have many Seikos. I have an Omega Seamaster PO, a Sinn chronograph and a few other mid tier watches. I have been on the hunt for this one pre-owned, as I cannot justify the MSRP without a bracelet. But eventually, I will get it. I really like the styling of this watch. I am also a Seiko fan. Thanks for the video.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

I too am considering selling my Black Bay 58 for this or the 055. The more I learn about the SLA models the more I feel silly for ignoring them and getting Tudor. Don't get me wrong, the Tudor is great but I can see the better finishing on all the videos and I know that 8L movement is nicer than the MT movement in the Tudor.

[@eliotsalandybrown]

🤩What a well-shot, insightful and enjoyable video. Thanks for sharing your learnings and enthusiasm 🙏

[@NexDim.]

Really enjoyed this video, thanks for making it. I’m a huge Seiko fan however have dreams of a Tudor or omega one day. Videos like this make me wonder why I need to stray from the Seiko designs I love to go up market.

[@josephmarucci3528]

Love this video, viewed it multiple times. This watch fits you perfectly and you wear it for all the right reasons. Cheers from California and thanks for the review

[@britneynicole8903]

The photos are incredible!

[@practicewithpatrick]

This is so cool!! I would love to see an update and if you’re still as smitten!

[@KentuckyMan30]

Sold it in Feb. of 2023 and ended up getting a SPB317 for a while. Sold that at the beginning of this year and have just been wearing a SARB033 ever since. I've downsized my collection over the last year and pretty much just have a two watch collection. The SARB033 and a DressKX.

[@milaweitz]

Speaking of size, that 62mas (SPB147) you owned at 4:01 is pretty cool watch also.

[@deruketee4319]

I’m here to say I’ve done the same last year for a sla023 and will never regret it for a single second!

[@TheDiveWatcher]

Great review man! I caved in and bought its brother SLA075 that is exactly the same except mine is not Ever Brilliant Steel and retails at $2,800. Enjoy that beauty!

[@Michael-ko8uf]

That watch is nuts, still can't believe you sold it :)

[@tariqjoseph3562]

Such a nice watch, I own the 055 and it’s by far the most beautiful watch I have ever owned, and one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen.

[@d.kashani]

I was considering several different watches around the 4-5k for my first luxury watch. After seeing the Tudor bb and other watches I decided to upgrade my spb143 to an sje093 and that’s my 2 watch collection atm and I love it.

[@Huwberts_Emporium]

Seiko's designs really resonate with me too, the Marinemaster case shape is my favourite diver design of all time and the 44GS is my favourite non-diver design of all time, one day I think I'll sell all of my watches and just have those two and a Turtle beater.

[@BigT71]

Looks awesome on your wrist!!! Great choice.

[@Blake4625kHz]

The black and gold face is sharp looking without being gaudy. Very nice

[@frankly5171]

Great job with the stills! Superb.

[@johnhealey6455]

Seiko makes such beautiful watches and this one is stunning. Great video!

[@yakubekartawidjaja]

Thank you. This is really beautiful watch.

[@WatchRob]

Hey! We are in some FB watch groups together, fun to stumble upon your SLA thoughts, great job! Amazing pictures!

[@bertnet69vintagewatches99]

Hi, great revue for this underated seiko, it was my best buy on 2022 and the best seiko diver for my point of view, I own a SLA025 for example and this one is better in lmost any category...and 200m is enough for me. Great watch, my only issue is the color of the lume is to green and machine not so well with the watch it was the same for the 025 and others I prefer the direction of the spb317 who is more white . But for the rest is an absolute beauty! .cheers😉🥂

[@ganck1147]

Yes the SLA057 is an awesome watch. The finishing, aesthetics just scream quality. Pity it doesn’t come with a bracelet. Having compared this with black bay, the Seiko’s finishing is far better.

[@KentuckyMan30]

I agree about the finishing compared to the BB58. I don't understand the desire for these things to come on bracelet though. Bracelets on these vintage Seiko diver designs look so out of place to me. All the OG's came on rubber, which fits the character of these. Then again, I hate bracelets anyways so I'm biased. Haha.

[@speed1281able]

Been there and done that! I’ve this SLA057 and SLA065 they are amazing

[@miguelcantu4199]

I have the blue seiko sbdx025. I love it but now I'm wanting the SLA055 the blue artic version of the one you have. I've just been watching KZbin videos on them. Might have to pull the trigger soon. I really enjoyed your take on the SLA057 from your perspective.

[@tariqjoseph3562]

I own the 055, got a awesome deal on it. If you’re from the uk contact Jura watches, ask for Sam and say Tariq sent you. You should be able to get a nice 20-25 percent discount.

[@Blake4625kHz]

Ok I’m leaving another comment way later. I think this vid was the final straw for me and now I can’t stop perusing Seiko watches 🤣 I just received my SRPJ09 field styled watch in absolute perfect condition, so far it’s keeping time 🤣. The main complaint people have of this watch is readability since it’s all blacked out and the lume is not indicative of Seiko’s typically bright lume that is offered on other watches. Don’t care, I’m obsessed and hopefully will be buying more Seiko. To add, always have been a fool for metal wrist bands but am digging the way Seiko looks in general with straps. I was blown away by the quality/craftsmanship right out of the box.

[@lockhandle8276]

Extremely impressive watch. You have good taste in watches.

[@geowalrus8240]

Excellent video, I really enjoyed hearing your honest perspective. Beautiful watch!!

[@Hard_7_Iron]

Same feeling here…once I purchased my SLA….all my other watches just sit on the winder. I never want to wear anything else.

[@ProfessorPesca]

Great video, really sold me on this piece with the superb photography and videos. I’m dying to see the underside of your lugs with that number of strap changes though!

[@KentuckyMan30]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! As for the underside of the lugs, no scratches at all as the spring bars have only been taken off once (that was to remove the rubber strap it came on). Since I only ever wore it on natos, I could change straps without removing spring bars.

[@ProfessorPesca]

@@KentuckyMan30 Well I made it to this age without realising that you could change NATOs without removing the spring bars, how embarrassing! Also drilled lugs so I was wrong on two counts.

[@KentuckyMan30]

@@ProfessorPesca Haha. Yeah. Natos just slide right in and out. Super convenient!

[@MrPauoa]

Great video. I have SLA059 and wear it everyday on the strap.

[@Koishishibaman]

Great video and watch! I get what you mean about connecting with a watch. Mine is the sla043. It is the most worn watch I have. Even wear it to work sometimes on a farm. Ever brilliant steel is real. I have the sbdx049/sla055 on its way as I type. Your sla057 is a stunner. Glad to see the polished finnish has held up so well. Think I am going to be very happy with the 055. To me the SLA series of watches are way underated. The build quality is amazing on most. Good value if you can avoid paying retail for them.

[@Koishishibaman]

Going to add a quick note. Recently I was considering a GS spring drive diver in titanium. Besides the cost, the size made me reconsider. This one I would have to see on my wrist first to make that big money decision. I believe the 055/057 is a better size for me.

[@antonhallergren588]

Good pick. It's basically a grand seiko but it's called seiko due to it being a diver. Tudor is just a halfway there rolex.

[@EverydayWatchGuy]

Great pics of this SLA057. Wear it in good health :)

[@chrisbarbz9238]

I think it's time for a head-to-head with the MM300. 🙏🙏🙏 Love your shots by the way.

[@VicharB]

This one is definitely a nice watch, would have gone for this over BB58 any day. I'd compare this, design wise and style, more with Planet Ocean than Seamaster (have both the PO 8500 42 mm and Seamaster 8800 black). Currently I am thinking of going for Seiko GMT SPB381 or SPB383 as I really like the style and the size, the much costlier one is bigger (and costlier). Good choice mate.

[@fieldwalker]

Thanks! Been looking long and hard at the blue colorway

[@johnrb9397]

Lovely watch and update video. I would also go with the Seiko. Perhaps Since I am fairly new to watches I don’t have the hang up of brand snobbery yet..

[@FCFighter]

I own the SLA055. This same watch but blue. I also own an omega seamaster 300 and a sub date 41mm and a sub 40mm. I used to own a BB Blue 41mm. I agree with the reviewer. My favorite watch to wear. Though not on its straps. I wish it came with a bracelet. I wear mine on a rubberband style band with the octo clasp from zulu diver. It is pricey "for a seiko" as everyone reminds me. But I think its priced (or was) just right.

[@KristianDowling]

A HUGE upgrade no contest

[@sblantipodi]

can't wait to see the new SLA057 brother, the SLA073.

[@gearreallydoesntmatter]

Wow, you’ve gone through some really great watches 👍

[@KentuckyMan30]

Good to hear from you! Hope you're doing well, my friend! Yes, I've had the privilege of owning some cool pieces. I've come to be a big Seiko fan though. It was probably inevitable. Haha.

[@gearreallydoesntmatter]

@@KentuckyMan30 I bought a Seiko solar diver for my daughters birth, like it a lot. Also found a dirt cheap but mint SKX013 just yesterday :)

[@greenerick]

I have this one limited edition clean dial without the prospect sign on it Anyway, great video Plus, have omega Seamaster the lume on the Seiko Captain Willard limited edition is a lot better than the Omega Seamaster

[@LTTang]

Sounds like a keeper! Great choice.

[@milaweitz]

As a watch enthusiast I would keep both. When compare diameters, to Seiko is more closer Black Bay in 41mm. But that's very bricky. The design, shape, thickness, finishing etc is quite amazing on this Seiko.

[@KentuckyMan30]

In a perfect world, I'd keep both, but finances make it an "either/or" deal.

[@flow2tech]

​@@KentuckyMan30 I love it..Just wish it was closer to the size of the blackbay

[@dado380]

My dream watch,sla is maybe ultimate diving watch while mm300 is the best diving watch ever along with Rolex sub which is the best skin diver ever!! That's like holy trinity of diving watches!!!

[@weldmishref]

Well said and 100% agree

[@endre1996]

where u bought that green nato at 04:13?

[@edmundchiang]

Lovely review and lovely watch.

[@mcxz961]

another level of seiko, love my sla057 😁

[@AlcibiadesHidalgo]

Stunning watch. Looks perfect on a NATO. BTW where'd you source that dark khaki strap?

[@j_tokyo]

I know several people have already asked how the EB steel is holding up; however, I’m curious as to how it holds up compared to your prior Seiko watches without EB steel (but with Diashield, presumably). Do you find that it’s about the same, inferior or superior when it comes to fending off scratches? I have the 055 too and it has one of the most beautiful cases I’ve ever seen on a dive watch.

[@tfergieman]

@KentuckyMan30 does the dial exhibit a sunburst effect? Or is it just a simple glossy or matte black? I can’t quite tell…thanks!

[@mclaughlinja1995]

I would take this over a BB58 every time - this is a near-perfect dive watch IMO.

[@e36boy]

I have the SLA055 and i bought it for around 4k usd brandnew last year. Now they sell it for 5k usd. I am surprised that my SLA055 accuracy is half a second per day. I have second thoughts of buying a submariner now.

[@jimmysegg1728]

Great review ty

[@kelly27810]

Great review thanks for sharing. I too am not a fan of the rubber strap that it comes with. Which brand of nato straps are you using ? The colour choice of nato's make the watch pop!

[@Tom_H327]

It might be a diver, but its really a GADA watch. Excellent.

[@christopher2818]

Lovely images and very interesting to hear your views of the watch! I recently came across this reference and became intrigued and had to try it on. There's one available from an AD near me, and while a lovely watch, the misaligned bezel was a bit of a let down at this price point. Also I noticed that the ceramic bezel insert was very slightly matte, and was harder to wipe clean of smudges than for example a Rolex bezel. May I ask how you feel about these two aspects, having owned the watch for a while now?

[@christopher2818]

I retract my previous statement about the bezel insert being slightly matte. Must have been some residual adhesive from the bezel protector or similar. After a couple of showers it’s now very glossy. And yes, I went back and bought it! 😄

[@pablogersberg9918]

Hi, very nice watch and great review. Just wondering where did you get this nato straps that matches the watch perfectly?

[@matthewtunnicliffe201]

That's a seriously nice watch.

[@mascleboy]

Hey great video! How does the ever brilliant steel hold up against scratches?

[@KentuckyMan30]

It's holding up pretty well, actually. I can see some micro scratches when I bust out the macro lens, but I've been wearing it almost everyday for 9 months at this point. The wrist roll footage in the video was taken days before publishing this and at that point I had owned it for 8 months.

[@christopher2818]

@@KentuckyMan30, awesome watch! Just got the same one brand new! Could you please tell me what brand the nato strap at 1:54 is? 😇

[@ming-rf7ft]

This one is almost perfect. I wish it comes with steel bracelet.

[@KentuckyMan30]

I suspect it's because of the Everbrilliant Steel. I hear it's costly and hard to work with. I think the retail would have probably been 1 or 2 thousand more if it came with a bracelet. Either way, I hear that alot with some of the SLA models. No bracelet is a deal breaker to a lot of people. I've seen photos of someone pairing a Grand Seiko bracelet to their SLA055 and it looked pretty good. Luckily for me, I hate bracelets, so it all works out. Haha.

[@sengo2143]

Almost perfect??? Not even close to almost. Check the markings on the bezel @9 and 12 plus +/-20 sec daily.

[@hendimam525]

It's a shame that the ones I like are limited. Greetings from Germany.

[@El-AYE-Ra1s3d]

Awesome review. I love that watch and am looking into getting one while they're still available. May i ask what your wrist dimensions are?

[@KentuckyMan30]

Thanks! My wrist is about 6.25 inches

[@El-AYE-Ra1s3d]

@@KentuckyMan30 hmm. We're about the same. Do you know what the width of the top part of your wrist is, brother?

[@El-AYE-Ra1s3d]

The L2L is what im mostly worried a out. Thanks.

[@KentuckyMan30]

@@El-AYE-Ra1s3d I'm right at 53mm wide.

[@aman803]

Hey man, I follow you On Instagram. Love your pictures, what nato do you have on it?

[@mylesmooney7505]

Looks savage… 👌🇮🇪☘️

[@drmanhattan225]

Would you take this watch on holiday? I just got my an SLA065 and want to take it with me to Asia, but am in 2 minds.

[@KentuckyMan30]

Absolutely. I wore it on two trips while I owned it. One of which was to Puerto Rico where I took it snorkeling.

[@user-gg3py6pz2e]

Dear Kentucky In the video, MM300 VS SLA057 , Who lume more light and longer ? and SLA057 instruction manual, contents Lumibrite, 500lux for approximately 10 minutes, Lumibrite can emit light for how long hours ? 3~5 hours or 5~8 hours ? Thank you so much ~

[@rrivera117]

Getting ready to swap my bb58 blue for this same watch, has your opinion changed on this watch or any regrets?

[@KentuckyMan30]

The only thing I'll say is that it started to look out of place in the environments I had it in (like hiking in the woods). Only because light kind of reflected off it like a disco ball. Haha. I started wanting something a little more subdued. So, I guess my complaint is, it's TOO nice? Too blingy maybe?

[@andreg8620]

Can only admire. No way my 6" wrist can pull it off

[@bernardcohen3245]

Gorgeous. How much would this cost

[@KentuckyMan30]

You should be able to find them used for around the 3-4K mark I think. New they retail for 4.6K.

[@PhillipRubin]

Has anyone said you sound identical to Tim Cook?

[@KentuckyMan30]

Never. Haha.

[@rrivera117]

Are you considering getting something else in addition or getting rid of it all together?

[@KentuckyMan30]

Sold it a year ago and ended up getting a SPB317 for a while. Sold that at the beginning of this year and have just been wearing a SARB033 ever since. Haha.

[@iknowgood2403]

Only 700 made

[@jimmysegg1728]

Any scratches on Zaratsu yet?

[@KentuckyMan30]

It's holding up pretty well, actually. I can see some micro scratches when I bust out the macro lens, but I've been wearing it almost everyday for 9 months at this point. The wrist roll footage in the video was taken days before publishing this and at that point I had owned it for 8 months.

[@jimmysegg1728]

@KentuckyMan30 cool. I have a spb187 I am very happy with.i am wrestling with an upgraded seiko diver.055 057 043. Not sure the ice dial is blue enough....

[@valebliz]

@@KentuckyMan30 how’s the accuracy now you wore it for a few months? I’m considering getting one at discount

[@KentuckyMan30]

@@valebliz It's pretty much given me +5/+6 spd over 10 months. It's been very consistent.

[@valebliz]

@@KentuckyMan30 found one at 3k, pulled the trigger

[@ryanthomas9306]

I normally stand by your decisions, but that was dumb. Bb58 will be good in 40-60 years. No one will remember the seiko

[@keith4948]

Don’t listen to Ryan this watch is a winner 👍

[@ryanthomas9306]

@@keith4948all amazing seiko watches have names from the public Bb58 is the heritage of tudor SLAwhatever is overpriced. Just my two cents. Bb58 will appreciate and the seiko will depreciate

[@KentuckyMan30]

I loved the BB58. It's darn near the perfect diver and the proportions are perfect in every way for my wrist, but for some reason I just couldn't connect with it. Not sure why. The SLA057 has that 'X' factor for me and Seiko design language that I love. Also, there's a good case to be made that this particular reference might be somewhat collectable in the future as there are only 600 made (an actual limited edition from Seiko for once). Haha. This has already happened with the SLA017 to an extent too. Either way, watch choices don't always make sense. The heart likes that the heart likes. :D

[@ryanthomas9306]

@@KentuckyMan30trust me I know brother. I’m a huge watch / photography guy. My grails are omega seamaster seaweed Speedmaster sapphire And I like the 38-39 tudor style. Would like a prince date if they still made them But yah still cool watch, just had to add my two assholish cents

[@KentuckyMan30]

@@ryanthomas9306 I’d love a Speedy some day. I’ve seen photos of it on a lot of natos and it’s such a strap monster! Green dial SMP is killer too.

[@sengo2143]

How often you are adjusting the time per month?

[@KentuckyMan30]

Couple times a month maybe. It's been pretty consistent at +5spd the entire time I've owned it.