Seiko SNXS79 - Still Worth It? (2022)

[@ashleytee]

For those who are looking for fairly priced Seiko SNXS79, check out this curated page: www.jdoqocy.com/click-100748032-15617674

[@jameswong6590]

So happy to see a fellow Malaysian especially a lady talking about watches.

[@ashleytee]

Hey there James, thanks for leaving an encouraging comment :D Hope to do more videos

[@jameswong6590]

@@ashleytee looking forward to seeing your videos

[@NigelzXX]

I have been wearing this for 1 year now and I can’t stop looking at it! That reflection on the dial is absolutely beautiful! I bought a made in Japan piece!

[@ashleytee]

Wow! Great find! I can't find the Japan version

[@NigelzXX]

@@ashleytee i bought it from carousell sg probably grey market ones.

[@2003JrF4i]

Just ordered mine a few days ago and I can't wait to wear it!

[@vineethjoshy4819]

I have been wearing this watch for almost 45 years. I am still wearing it.

[@iRDude415]

Wait, really? I thought this model came out around the mid to early 2000's? If it is then awesome! Had mine for almost 2 years and would love to have it for the rest of my life lol

[@Kingjae00]

🧢

[@bletwort2920]

👒

[@daveLin104]

@@iRDude415 ive been wearing mine for 130 years !!!

[@iRDude415]

@@daveLin104 wow amazing! Did I write 2 years? I meant 200!

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great first review of a classic watch!

[@jeremycave485]

This was a good honest review. I own more expensive watches such as Rolex and Tudor but I also enjoy and wear less expensive brands. It is not about how much you pay that makes a good watch, it is about how it feels for you. I have been looking at this watch for a while and thinking about either yours or the silver one. So time to make a decision! I wish you well in growing your channel and having just subscribed I look forward to future videos.

[@ashleytee]

Agreed! Good points there Jeremy. And thanks so much for the encouraging support!

[@patricklgreen]

Wonderful review. I wish there were more reviews of watches that have been worn by someone for at least a year. Unboxing and then review just seems too soon. I just ordered one today. I suspect a year from now I will still enjoy it as part of my collection. Thank you.

[@ashleytee]

Thank you very much Patrick, this comment kinda inspire me to make more of these long term reviews 😉

[@silverhawk911]

The watch dial is beautiful but what puts me off is the watch movement which is non-hacking and non-handwinding. Coming from an engineering field, I feel that accuracy in terms of time precision is very important to me. I tend to like setting the watch's accuracy based on atomic time. However, if you ignore all other factors and you are in the market for your first automatic watch with a low budget, I wouldn't think twice. Thank you for the review. Looking forward to the next one.

[@ashleytee]

Yeah, I get where you're coming from. Thanks for the encouraging comment!

[@WatchWonders.]

"When it comes to automatic watches, there is no absolute accuracy, so hand-winding or hacking won't make any big difference. If I want to know the time with atomic accuracy, I will check out my mobile phone's clock.

[@Bonpu]

Nice review! I own the silver one which I consider the perfect, economical dress watch solution for people who rarely dress up. It also makes a perfect daily wearer if you don’t mind the meager water resistance and scratching the polished case. They are still widely available at reasonable prices in Europe. One of the best Seiko 5 IMO.

[@ashleytee]

The silver one is a beauty! Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@brandonabraham4451]

Great review. I've had mine for over a year now and it still gets wrist time alongside watches that cost over 5x as much. One of the major complaints is the thick case back, which makes the watch protrude from the wrist unnecessarily. If you can find a used, slim 7S26 case back without a window it should fit the SNXS79 and help the lugs to hug the wrist better. I did this mod and it makes the watch fit and feel better.

[@ashleytee]

That sounds like a cool mod!

[@raihanali1542]

That sounds brillian, may i ask what the part number was i’m trying to do the same

[@brandonabraham4451]

@@raihanali1542 idk the exact part number. Just look for a 7s26 caseback without a window. If it says "slim" then even better.

[@TheDing11]

@Brandon Abraham does that case size definitely fit? Great call or swap the case for a snk393? I’ve seen a guy do that and it looks good

[@brandonabraham4451]

@@TheDing11 the SNK393 case, assuming it's the same as the SNK357, is definitely the best Seiko 5 case shape. If you can get one of those cases then the caseback swap is not needed.

[@MyChannel-om3gg]

Great review!!! Spot on about keeping the original end links. Thank you!

[@ashleytee]

you're very welcome!

[@micronesia3797]

I just bought one a week ago in 2024, love it (apart from the bracelet and huge case back)

[@nazar8286]

You can but another bracelet

[@kjibarrola]

I love your choice in bracelet for this watch!

[@ashleytee]

Thank you! 😊

[@LILZRTY]

This is now my go to watch. It’s so great. Sure it may not hack, but I adjust the time maybe twice a month and it’s only a minute or so behind, so seems pretty accurate. It looks like we have the same aftermarket bracelet too haha. That ups the level for sure. Cheers!

[@ashleytee]

Thanks for the comment , cheers back to you!

[@Towert7]

Cool video. Glad you like the watch and happy wedding! I'm glad to hear you liked the size and found it comfortable, because from my view, it looks a tiny bit big on you, but comfort is the only thing that matters.

[@ronin7106]

Thanks for the review. I own the 77' and 79'. Worth it and much much more. These models have been discontinued. Brand new J1s are tough to find nowadays. Beautiful watch for a very minimal fraction of the price of the...

[@ashleytee]

Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@monicelson5732]

A very good and informative first video. You put your views across in a nice relaxed easy to understand manner. I look forward to further reviews from you. Subscribed

[@ashleytee]

aww, thanks for the support and encouragement!

[@stevenharper6888]

I love this watch! I paid only £60 a few years ago , before it blew up on KZbin. I have it to my friend when I managed to find a new SARB033. The two watches are similar, I have the seiko 5 away.

[@underoath16v]

Very good and pleasant review for sure! 🙏🏻 Best regards from Portugal

[@perryl3476]

Seiko was my first watch 50 years ago. You should review vintage "Seiko 5" watches as there are 1000s of model... Plenty of content!!!

[@cui576]

Great review! Same happen to me with my Seiko snk381k1, first mechanical automatic watch and first watch with a display caseback. I'm not quite fond of it, I think it' s because of the vintage style hands, but the movement's great (mine's accuracy is about 4sec a week) and the bracelet you've added makes it amazing.

[@ashleytee]

Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@sanketmistry1011]

Quite Impressive, planning to have one ,thank you for your review 👍

[@ashleytee]

That's awesome, enjoy your new piece! Thanks for watching :)

[@leighb666]

Hey Ashley, great review just saw you on the Watch Crunch app Cheers Leigh 😀

[@ashleytee]

hey there Leigh!! Thank you for dropping by here!

[@denisdaly1708]

Well done Ashley. Great watch. Subscribed.

[@ashleytee]

Thank you Denis for the support!

[@mantisshadow8990]

Great video! Would love to see more watch vids. Wishing you lots of sucess in the yt horology sphere!

[@ashleytee]

Aww, thanks so much for the encouraging comment!

[@eddy230379]

Subbed from fellow Malaysian ! Still waiting for the dark grey to be back in stock and already got myself a tan Horween strap even though I don't have the watch yet ... Current Seiko collection is the Turtle SRP777 and Seiko Spirit SBTR005 . Hoping to add the SNXS79 soon !

[@ashleytee]

That's cool! Thank you so much for the sub!😊

[@gildopagnotto]

Akkerman Vintage Watches has some for sale

[@canuckete]

Is it 19 mm for the bracelet? I got this watch for my husband but he says its too small. I am keeping it for myself 😂 UPDATE: I swapped the bracelet with the Oyster style from your link, it was a pain to install and now my watch has some small scratches from the installation. I'd say it took about 20 mins to install. It does upgrade the look however. I kept the original Seiko clasps.

[@1968jpy]

Heck yeah it’s still worth it . A fantastic Seiko 5 watch 👍🏻

[@ashleytee]

yes it sure is :)

[@zonka6598]

Hey i really liked this video, keep up the good work

[@ashleytee]

Aw thanks for the comment

[@keanuleachay8371]

Keep up the good work! Love the watch

[@ashleytee]

thanks for the encouragement!

[@pmack0790]

Thanks for the detailed review ❤️

[@ashleytee]

My pleasure 😊

[@NeoNyder]

I purchased this watch about 6 months ago swapped out the bracelet for the one you have. I paid too much but I had to have it and haven't taken it off since. I've looked at lots of other more expensive watches but none of them appeal to me as much as this one.

[@ashleytee]

It’s my most wear watch as well!

[@ericvalkenaar6276]

I got a silver one for 93.00. Looks great, don't expect an amazing movement at that price.

[@ashleytee]

great choice!

[@tomhill4003]

Great video Ashley! I had a Rolex back in the day, and it became a liability due to the high maintenance cost. I recently bought a Seiko 5 after using quartz watches for many years, It is a lovey mechanism, and has exceeded my expectations. Thank you for promoting Seiko. It is an amazing watch indeed :)

[@ashleytee]

Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience!

[@YGDification]

Hello !I have the same watch (but the snx 77k1 ---> the sunburst blue dial)! I love this watch !It is elegant, and casual everyday watch !I ador it!

[@ashleytee]

Good choice!

[@the_dude182]

This gorgeous watch looks great on you. Good choice.

[@ashleytee]

Thank you! 🤗

[@Lisa-vj6pz]

Seiko is the best I have the all silver dial... And it fits on my lady wrist just well... The bracelet snugs my wrist just perfect and the loom is so amazing at night... I'd had two rolexes and neither one of them brought me as much joy as my Seiko 5.... Japanese are so perfectionist so much artistry they just know how to do it I love them they are number one.... All the watch styles keep it exciting... And I could put this on a leather band if I wanted it's a strap monster for sure

[@ashleytee]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Post_Leako]

I have the SNK357 which has the old 5-pattern printed into the dial, but in a subtle blue, and I swapped the bracelet with a jubilee style one from Uncle Seiko (which included end-links!), and I have to say: I love it. After all was said and done, I spent about $190 for the watch and bracelet, but I have no regrets (it also came with a free nato strap for me). It feels like a great Rolex alternative, especially with that new bracelet, but also has an identity all its own, and that 5-pattern makes it feel like the 5iest Seiko 5 haha. It's alao cheap enough that I'd love to modify it eventually, maybe add sapphire crystal or upgrade the movement if at all possible. The beauty is that the watch is cheap enough to make tinkering with it fun and viable.

[@ashleytee]

that sounds like a fun mod!

[@theunknown3097]

Watching in 2024 and just ordered one online

[@Janred05]

1.27k subs keep it up btw new subscriber here 😁 great video btw

[@ashleytee]

Thank you!

[@afiqhazlin]

Loving that bracelett. Pernah try put the jubilee one on it?

[@ashleytee]

Eh x pernah la, but it's a good idea, will try it one day!

[@christianmotos]

Question about the original bracelet: Did you get the chance to wear it or just went with the aftermarket? If you did have a chance to wear it, did you take all the removable links to fit your wrist? What's your wrist size? As for the aftermarket how short can it get with all the links removed and microadjust to the smallest/

[@johnreybuga-ay8916]

I have the SNXS79 and its also my fave! Wearing it feels great and I absolutely love it! I have to ask though, how do you keep yours super shiny? Perhaps you can do a video on maintaining watches 😊

[@ashleytee]

Thanks for the comment! I don't necessarily do anything with the watch tho.. I just keep them in my watch case whenever I done wearing them 😅

[@Watchwist]

Is the watch good for daily wear? Can it handle normal splashes of water during hand wash & all?

[@jazzman5598]

Good vid! Thanks

[@ashleytee]

Glad you liked it!

[@oc2366]

Hi! Do you recommend the one with the blue dial? I was finding reviews for this watch until I stumbled upon this video. So glad to have found a lady reviewing this watch. I agree with you that it is really hard to find watch for ladies that is not sparkly and dainty. Currently, I have the snk803 and i really love it.

[@ashleytee]

although I would love to have a blue dial watch, but I do not personally like this particular model's. Somehow the blue looks a little bit too bright to my liking? But hey it's totally up to you :)

[@oc2366]

@@ashleytee Thank you for your insight. Might also consider the silver dial since I can't find the black one. :)

[@ashleytee]

@O C yeah the silver one is pretty classy too 😁

[@ashleytee]

For those interested in upgrading their Seiko SNXS, here is the link to the watch bracelet that I got from AliExpress: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmbufCP

[@Ehshehhdhx]

Thanks for the review!! I am now looking at the seiko snxs 77 (blue dial) because i can’t find the grey one at a good price…… What options did you choose on the aliexpress website?

[@ashleytee]

@@Ehshehhdhx yeah, the grey one is sometimes pricier than other colors. For the bracelet, I chose the Silver middle polish, 19mm. Remember to keep your original watch's end links

[@crBudgetWatches]

@@ashleyteethanks! Was going to ask the width I see the info now!

[@ashleytee]

@@crBudgetWatches no problem! Glad it helped

[@akshaysardhara9991]

Hey can u please provide the link of this model, bcoz it's not available in india .

[@andreasthoms5350]

You never made something wrong with a traditional Seiko 5 !

[@ashleytee]

Yes! I agree! I love the traditional and older Seiko 5 models. What do you think of the newer Seiko 5 models?

[@andreasthoms5350]

@@ashleytee I think the case suited the SKX diver better , they let the cheaper watch models die to sell more expensive ones .Only a few cases with many different dials , before there were many different cases and dials .The new movement with hand - wind and hacking is good , but all the years we could live without that .And the movements are very difficult to adjust better, one wrong move and you destroy the balance .Seiko could have done that better . And the number five on the dial looks strange.🙄🙄So i am more happy with the older models .And i love the vintage mechanical chronographs !🤗🤗But without knowledge vintage Seikos are a minefield !

[@rafaelalbarracin9278]

Señorita la felicito por el vídeo y por la elección de este gran reloj 👍

[@ashleytee]

Gracias!

[@zddy869]

Hey, ive been looking to buy a seiko 5 and the most i like is the snx79. However i also saw the snk361k1, is there a big difference between the? The only big one is the strap.

[@senghwatien163]

hi thanks for making this video, i'm Malaysian too. Btw i do have 1 stupid question would like to ask. why this watch unable to search at the official website ya?

[@ashleytee]

Hi there, thanks for watching! I don't know the real answer to that, but my best guess is that, this is an 'older' Seiko 5 models. So, Seiko no longer highlights these watches anymore.

[@iRDude415]

Saaaame, only thing I need to do is replace it with a sapphire crystal and buy the oyster style bracelet.

[@amet279]

Hi Ashley! May I check with u the bracelet u bought from aliexpress is it 19/20mm?

[@ashleytee]

It was 19mm :)

[@andrelousada]

Nice! I have the white version and I love it.

[@ashleytee]

Great one you have there!

[@MiloTupy]

the lum is really good on this watch 👍

[@ashleytee]

agreed!

[@MsVk4]

Ciao, there is also SNXS81 with gold dial

[@ashleytee]

Hey! Thanks for leaving a comment, and wow, I didn’t know about that, stunning dial!

[@Overlord277]

This one is for sure the gateway watch. I had a similar Seiko 5 for $75.

[@manjunathpatil7206]

Im planning of buying this but i have 5.5 inch small wrist do you think it will fit me ?

[@luke4800]

It’s definitely a very elegant looking watch.

[@samichadhi8055]

Nice watch. But I find it looks a little bit off how it sits on the wrist, the back of the watch is not aligned with the lugs. Good luck with your channel!!

[@ashleytee]

Yea it does kinda "floats" on the wrist.. one of the drawbacks about this watch. And thanks for the support!

[@timst1983]

Well done , ❤

[@ashleytee]

Thank you ❤️

[@earlbee3196]

🙋🏻‍♀️ ❤ What a fantastic review Thanks for sharing. 🙋🏻‍♀️ Buy

[@ashleytee]

Thanks for the comment!

[@JusttheWatch]

Still my favorite Seiko 5. The dial and hands look like they belong on a much, much more expensive watch!

[@ashleytee]

Hey Dave! Can't believe you stumbled across my video! Thanks for leaving a comment

[@JusttheWatch]

@@ashleytee KZbin popped it up in my feed! Always fun discovering new watch channels, you're off to a great start!

[@ashleytee]

Thanks for the encouragement!

[@Tockahontas]

Where did you buy the bracelet? I got that watch in gold. I need this Style bracelet in gold. It's nearly impossible to find a bracelet in gold with a fitting Lug Part.

[@ashleytee]

I got it from AliExpress, and they have gold one. Here's my link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmbufCP

[@loopernz]

Hi which size bracelet did you get from Ali an which colour, thank you

[@ashleytee]

Hi there, I chose the 19mm middle polish

[@dyeosk]

Hi, am Singaporean. Interested in getting one as well, do you think I should get it in Malaysia or Singapore! Its going to be my first mechanical watch after landing a job too

[@ashleytee]

Hi neighbor! Congrats on your new job! That will depend on the prices IMO. For Malaysia, you can check out my links in the description. For Singapore, I think you can also check out Shopee/Lazada, but just make sure it's original. Retail stores will usually price it higher than online, just fyi.

[@dyeosk]

@@ashleytee hahah i think its cheaper in Malaysia judging by the conversion rates. Gonna find a address in Malaysia for delivery I see

[@ashleytee]

@@dyeosk ya lah, gg Ringgit man.. :( hopefully you have friends/families in Johor, will be way easier

[@dyeosk]

@@ashleytee yeah will let u know which model im getting. Still thinking of this or the SNKL.. thoughts??

[@ashleytee]

@dyeosk I think I prefer the SNKL's case design. But the lume & sunburst dial in this snxs won my heart over 😄

[@rawlingsmwangemi]

What does the + and - do in the movement?

[@ashleytee]

It's the accuracy of the watch. E.g. If your watch is running at +5 seconds per day, this means that each day, your watch is gaining 5 seconds. Basically not as accurate as the clock in your phone. Because after all, it's a mechanical movement. But for really good accurate watch, it'll be quartz movements.

[@jeeeeev]

I can get the snxs73 for a very cheap 2nd hand price but I am also considering of getting this which is around 120USD in my area. Now my question is, aside from the aesthetics/rarity, is there a difference between the two?

[@ashleytee]

I would say it depends on your preference on the dial colour. Popularity wise, the snxs79 is the most popular if that’s what you want.

[@FarhanNajmi02]

Please dont get this as a totally "first watch", but get this as the "first automatic watch" is fine. An automatic watch is not a "grab and go" kind of watch. Better get a quartz watch for the totally first time watch. I own the snk805 (green) same movement. I could suggest any cheap casio such as f91w or f105w for "first grab and go watch". Sorry for my personal opinion. Tq for watching.

[@ashleytee]

Hey don't apologise for your opinion. I think that's a fair consideration. Perhaps this is a good first "mechanical watch buyer" 😄

[@darioscomicschool1111]

THANK YOU!

[@ashleytee]

YOU'RE WELCOME!

[@jalesguerra]

Hi Ashley, could I please ask what your wrist size is? Thanks!

[@ashleytee]

Hi there! It's 150mm

[@Halsey29]

You also forgotten about the SNXS80 I have that model and i love it, it is gold tone

[@ashleytee]

Whoa, thanks for the feedback, it looks great, good buy!

[@smile-nz7ok]

In 30m can you use it in 8ft pool?

[@tvhungsg]

What is link sell this watch, please? On Amazone is black dial? Thanks

[@ashleytee]

Hi there, this is the link to amazon. You can choose other dials through this link if you wish. amzn.to/3tdk0TM

[@oberon79]

I read that the caliber 7S26 is being discontinued, so is there a substitute for this watch already? I noticed it´s kinda hard to find this watch for sale.

[@ashleytee]

Yup, it's discontinued. Probably there are other Seiko 5 models.. other good alternatives would be the snkl23 or snkl45

[@gildopagnotto]

Akkerman Vintage Watches has it

[@tohb1976]

I am having snxs73 with that same ali bracelet. I think most of us started to look for alternative bracelets after watching Just the watch channel.

[@ashleytee]

Yes 👏

[@zerocoolfx]

Why the price on Amazon and shopee so much different?

[@vinlouiemanigos6831]

i hunted down this watch for couple of months but to no avail... until found one in bangkok

[@AdiDolan]

is this watch discontinued? in indonesia the price is rising so fast

[@ashleytee]

Yes it was discontinued. Unfortunately the price is rising due to the popularity 😕

[@luke4800]

is this the midnight dial colour?

[@ashleytee]

I think people usually call this black / grey dial

[@MeatChop24]

I wore mine at my wedding too!

[@Angel-sq1zt]

Do i need to use it everyday so it keeps functioning?

[@ashleytee]

No you don't have to, it has about 40-hour power reserve. If you don't wear the watch for a day or two, it will still work for a while before stopping. You just have to set the time and wear it again / shake it to wind it. Hope this helps

[@krishbiswas3774]

One of my best budget watch but I don't no the exact price of this watch can you tell the price

[@ashleytee]

It’s priced about USD115 now in Amazon

[@bking82]

It's a perfect for first automatic + history

[@ashleytee]

Agreed!

[@AshwaniKumar-ib8lx]

Dear price please

[@rudypil1969]

Love you :)

[@ashleytee]

Aww thanks 😊

[@yogeshkhorwal8065]

Amazon link for this watch please ?

[@gildopagnotto]

Not for sale anymore. Akkerman Vintage Watches has it though

[@ashleytee]

Amazon link is in the description :) I believe it is still available as of now

[@yogeshkhorwal8065]

@@ashleytee Ty so much ☺

[@samg3008]

Hi i live outside Indonesia but my friend lives in Indonesia I want him to buy this watch but not sure from where to buy, can you help me with the authorised link from where my friend can order in Indonesia

[@ashleytee]

Hey there, thanks for watching this video. Here is a link to Tokopedia. Based on its review and the store, it's legit. However, purchase with your own discretion because I personally bought it from other place. tokopedia.link/Q2oPuU7s7tb

[@samg3008]

@@ashleytee thank you so much for helping

[@ashleytee]

@@samg3008 no problem 😊

[@AshwaniKumar-ib8lx]

Price please 🙏

[@JohnBamboom]

Whats your wrist size? Im looking to get one for my girlfriend and she has small wrists

[@ashleytee]

Hi there! 15cm

[@edgarting9982]

How match po relo sieko?

[@josephmarkey9096]

It's lovely, but it scratches very easily. The coating wears off at the bezel edges. Actually the same with the prospex alpinists too

[@ashleytee]

oh no.. guess it haven't happen to my watch yet 🤐

[@generalismoquabablinotheth5902]

I buy to impress myself not other people xx

[@Lisa-vj6pz]

Even if you can afford a Rolex get the Seiko 5 you won't regret it sicko is number one

[@ashleytee]

Agree!

[@fawasnisar8028]

Great watch

[@ashleytee]

thanks! I think so too

[@magichackerv8]

Upgrade the movement to nh36, uograde the crystal to sapphire and upgrade the bracelet to presidential style and you get much better watch for not so much more money

[@prettysoIdier]

Is the watch fixed yet?

[@ashleytee]

i'm ordering the crystal :) still waiting

[@Oliverinstahamburg]

somehow its not avaiable? where can you buy it?

[@ashleytee]

I personally bought it from Shopee Malaysia, have you try checking out Amazon (if you're from the States)?

[@loopernz]

Silver middle polish?

[@ashleytee]

Yup 19mm silver middle polish