Seiko SSC813 First Impressions & Unboxing

[@ibot835]

Omg! Freddie Mercury is alive!

[@stevepapa]

😂😂😂😂

[@Hoppetakeyama]

This is one of the best Seiko. The design is just perfect. I just got the panda dial and thinking of getting the blue dial as well.

[@stevepapa]

The blue dial is what an F-Zero racer would wear! Hopefully my video game reference go over your head hahaha

[@nicholassomers7819]

The blue superman-ish dial is absolutely beautiful.

[@halfpastblog]

I've been looking for reviews of this watch. The price is a bit steep so I'm on the fence paying close to msrp. But your love for this watch is infectious. You've got a new subscriber. 👍

[@stevepapa]

hahaha I'm a bad influence I guess! I just wish the bracelet was better... I'll have to get a rally strap. Thanks for the new sub!

[@halfpastblog]

@@stevepapa we are all enablers around here. 😉

[@robbasilio7235]

Just got mine....it’s an absolute stunner!!!

[@stevepapa]

Congratulations on the purchase!

[@malbug]

This is a great looking watch and looks like it’ll be a big seller. However, I think Seiko would have another hit on their hands if they did a reissue of a watch that actually looked like the original Speedtimer with the 6139 movement. A Pogue reissue would be a monster seller, IMO.

[@stevepapa]

Definitely agree with the Pogue reissue!

[@robotrobot12345]

I just got my ssc911. Love it.

[@stevepapa]

Nice! It's a great watch!

[@David.Horne72]

I got mine today, it is amazing, same movement as in the Sumo quartz solar. It is smaller than I used to, but this is going to be my dress watch

[@stevepapa]

Yeah it's smaller than I'm used to but it really fits well on my wrist! Congratulations on the new watch!

[@wojciech5177]

Is it much smaller than a skx007? I want to buy it for the same purpose. Great looking dress watch. And it's solar so you can wear it from time to time and doesn't need to think about setting the date or winding it

[@stevepapa]

@@wojciech5177 that I don't know. I've never worn an SKX.

[@christopherjohnson4276]

Its a little smaller than the SKX but being a chrono, it still has a decent size to it, despite the 39mm or so.

[@certainly2509]

We just found our new Magnum PI! (cue the theme song).

[@stevepapa]

If I were only _that_ cool. I need more floral shirts in my wardrobe hahaha

[@NickPapaOfficial]

The stache- I mean, I’d ride it.

[@stevepapa]

😘

[@davidsensente7466]

Just got mine today (Blue Dial) and it is Freaking Awesome...Thank you for the detail review on this watch!!

[@stevepapa]

I like that blue dial a lot! Gives me F-Zero vibes!

[@nicholassomers7819]

Is your 24 hour subdial hand red or white? I ask because the stock image on Seiko USA for the blue colorway shows the 24 hour subdial to be equipped with a red hand but all reviews I've seen show a white hand on the 24 hour subdial.

[@wristwatchdave422]

Nice one Steve👍 - I first saw photos of this beautiful watch a couple of months ago. This is the first video I have seen of it and you show it off really well. It looks even more gorgeous than I imagined. Unfortunately, it hasn't launched here in the UK yet - have to wait a couple more weeks! Great video 👏👌

[@stevepapa]

Thanks Dave! Hopefully you can get it in the UK soon!

[@wristwatchdave422]

@@stevepapa 👍

[@LaCorvette]

Thanks for showing of this piece. What a nice affordable watch. I think this looks good with a suit as well as in a more leisurely setting. You got my sub.

[@stevepapa]

Thanks for the sub! This is definitely my casual attire watch for the time being.

[@losencinos8509]

Never say never, I’m sure you’ll own a Daytona one day.

[@stevepapa]

If I believe... It will happen!

[@ChristopherHill_]

I have never had a watch before and got tired of wearing apple watches. This will be my first entry level watch! Hoping to get a real daytona as I become more successful!

[@stevepapa]

Hell yeah! Great first piece!

[@MrAfdasdfa]

Hey Steve how do you feel about this timepiece after a year? I've been out of the watch game for about 5 years now and missed a bunch of new stuff so this definitely caught my eye.

[@stevepapa]

I actually sold it a while back but have been contemplating re-buying it which is something I never do

[@theguardian3431]

It looks closer to the Panda Omega Speedmaster.

[@stevepapa]

Yeah I could definitely see the resemblance in the subdials! Thanks for watching!

[@neusspoeling]

Love the watch and like your review style. Very cool, calm and collected. Keep up the good work!

[@stevepapa]

Thank you!

[@joshitheyoshi2533]

Nice. What's your wrist size?

[@christopherjohnson4276]

I bought the blue SSC815 and its a gem! Great video, you have a new subscriber 😃 ⌚

[@stevepapa]

Nice pickup! Thank you for subbing!

[@nicholassomers7819]

Is your 24 hour subdial hand red or white? I ask because the stock image on Seiko USA for the blue colorway shows the 24 hour subdial to be equipped with a red hand but all reviews I've seen show a white hand on the 24 hour subdial.

[@mec1789]

stash looks stunning mate!

[@stevepapa]

hahahahaha thanks!

[@jonasjung256]

I’m holding out until the scalpers calm down. Almost impossible to find right now even for retail. Will be nice once I can pay less than what prices are going for at the moment.

[@stevepapa]

Yeah I definitely wouldn't pay above retail for this!

[@OFD]

Nice watch, and mustache 😁👍 Great review

[@stevepapa]

Thank you!

[@MikePensini]

Thanks for the unboxing man - great looking watch. How big is your wrist for reference?

[@stevepapa]

Thank you! I have a 7.5 inch wrist.

[@MikePensini]

@@stevepapa Thank you Steve. It definitely seems to wear larger than the size would suggest.

[@michaelgalanos981]

You should look at the orient panda same movement but 1/3 the price and looks like a 70s chronograph.

[@stevepapa]

Yeah it looks OK. I may have to get one in the studio!

[@pibblesnbits]

I came for the watch but stayed for papa.

[@stevepapa]

Boom!

[@dco1929]

i think it one of the best looking dials , havnt seen many dials around like it moment ,sekio have the some of the best designs around

[@stevepapa]

Definitely! The bracelet is the biggest miss IMO.

[@timmyhakansson8519]

A buff Freddie Mercury! Nice. Im thinking of getting this Speedtimer. I just cant decide between the white and the golden panda...yet.

[@stevepapa]

Hahahaha a buff Freddie Mercury! White dial all day! I do like the blue one too.

[@ts2560]

Can you give us a 2nd video with your personal opinion after trying the watch?

[@whistlegrainofficial]

I totally agree! Just saw this watch for some days ago, LOVE IT..

[@stevepapa]

Full review to come!

[@whistlegrainofficial]

@@stevepapa When?!? 😁😁

[@stevepapa]

@@whistlegrainofficial hopefully soon!

[@whistlegrainofficial]

@@stevepapa Sounds good! :) Do you still think it is worth investing in this watch?

[@evano8312]

Wiith your stache you look like a mix between Freddie Mercury and Burt Reynolds

[@stevepapa]

I'll take it!

[@acts1power]

Haha! Yes, he’s a handsome gent.

[@ddab3659]

I’m literally in the process of selling my sumo chrono as it’s too big. Just found the replacement!

[@stevepapa]

Nice! You'll like it!

[@Muss-dv6hs]

Really like this watch but im trigger coz my wrist 7½inch...😢

[@stevepapa]

So is mine! I loved how it fit!

[@kewlger]

That is a god damn beautiful watch

[@stevepapa]

They did a great designing it!

[@123Lucuzz]

Awesome watch! Whats your wrist size for reference?

[@stevepapa]

7.5 inch wrist

[@shipmate3577]

if there was a mechanical version of this exact watch, I'd be on it!

[@stevepapa]

But that would probably push it up to the $3k-4k area which I wouldn't drop on a Seiko.

[@ThisIsDavesGarage]

Quartz is better for chronos.

[@jason_s82]

Are the sub dials blueish looking or is it just me? Loving the panda and could pull the trigger, depends what it looks like in my hand

[@stevepapa]

The subdials are glossy black so maybe it's reflecting the AR coating.

[@Fortnitekaaki]

I just bought it through Amazon .. but i had a different box .. does it mean it's fake? or it comes in different boxes?

[@stevepapa]

It could just be a different box but make sure the person you bought it from is a reputable dealer. I don't think this watch would be faked tho.

[@cody5495]

Really not smart to buy a watch like this from Amazon bro

[@jayeyesacks1604]

As I anticipated, the secondary market is already heating up on this piece. There's currently 1 US seller asking $1600, (and don't forget to add the $10 for shipping)--completely bonkers

[@stevepapa]

Ya gotta charge for that shipping hahaha

[@ianmcfly31]

That’s mad. It’s in stock here in Europe.

[@REYMANK7]

@@ianmcfly31 could you share the link ?

[@javery50]

Hope no one paid these prices because they are well under retail now.

[@jayeyesacks1604]

@@javery50 I'm sure someone in the grips of FOMO fever did---there's one born every minute (punintentional).

[@jameshall7887]

Gorgeous watch

[@stevepapa]

Thank you!

[@jameshall7887]

Looks like I'm adding another Seiko to the collection.

[@stevepapa]

@@jameshall7887 you won't be disappointed!

[@pondokotomotif8940]

Nice watch Freddy 👍👍👍

[@stevepapa]

Hahaha thanks!

[@josvanrookhuizen4723]

Why isn't anyone mentioning the omega speedmaster LE as a inspiration for this watch????

[@stevepapa]

that is a good point!

[@edk2221]

I’m waiting for one to be available here in the US. I can’t find even any online sources with them 😢

[@stevepapa]

eBay would be your best bet I think!

[@macallandrinker]

Just got. Prospex Samurai diver and a nice Flighty. Watches are awesome but bracelets are crap, especially on the Flighty. How’s the bracelet on this Chrono?

[@stevepapa]

Not the best. Seems flimsy and it rattles. I may just wear this on a rally strap of some sort.

[@TheBeefTrain]

The numbers on the bezel, are they etched?

[@stevepapa]

First of all, amazing name. Second, I'll have to double check for the review but I want to say they're painted on.

[@vinylwood]

The stash is a go and the watch is yes a big go. U can keep the stash , I'll take the Seiko.

[@stevepapa]

Hahaha the stache will be gone soon enough

[@devinhoover1129]

mustache is on point

[@stevepapa]

Hahahaha thank you!

[@user-qs4kb4jf1d]

I've picked this, and the 817, to see what the hype is all about. Think I like 817 just a tad better.

[@stevepapa]

That's sharp!

[@daddykool9507]

I just ordered 2 🐼

[@stevepapa]

Hahahaha good man

[@morriemariani9646]

I'm thinking a second as well

[@influensiiirphilippines9679]

full review!

[@stevepapa]

Hopefully soon!

[@doctools]

Freddy Mercury of watches. Are you ready Freddie!?

[@stevepapa]

Hahaha

[@doctools]

@@stevepapa Great review btw. I’m looking for this watch. Congrats and best regards from 🇧🇷 Brazil

[@stevepapa]

It's a great one!

[@NYCQ50]

The power meter does not work on any of these models it will always stay on f

[@stevepapa]

Yeah it defaults to staying on

[@don4637]

Maybe don't wait until 3 mins in to get it out of the box LOL wild

[@stevepapa]

DON'T TELL ME HOW TO LIVE!

[@adamjodell]

What's the lug to lug dimensions?

[@stevepapa]

I didn't take a measurement but their website says 45.5mm

[@gelozyg1732]

Freddy Mercury over here tellin us his watches

[@stevepapa]

Hahaha I've been called worse

[@michelvandijk7545]

Man looks like Freddy Mercury haha. Great watch, thinking of getting one.

[@stevepapa]

Hahahaha I don't look like the legend anymore!

[@watch_tologe9341]

A very nice watch👏

[@stevepapa]

Thank you! It's great!

[@wojciech5177]

Is this limited? I feel it may be hard to buy if so

[@stevepapa]

Not this model

[@zambro1977]

Subdials are black or blue?

[@stevepapa]

They're black and shiny but with the AR coating they give off a blue tint.

[@ananyasahoo2615]

Yeah that's a nice stache

[@aidilhareez1286]

Got the pepsi. Nice!

[@timelesssneakersandwatches]

Looks great, Seiko did well 👏👏👏🙌

[@stevepapa]

I know! I didn't think I'd buy another Seiko until I saw it.

[@jsz1962]

Will come in handy timing contractions.

[@stevepapa]

If I was a doctor I wouldn't be doing this hahaha

[@3ki3l]

Can u dome strap change how ot looks on other straps

[@stevepapa]

Yeah I may get a rally strap and change it out!

[@3ki3l]

@@stevepapa try puttingnon a rally/racing straps

[@lansiman]

i didn't know freddie mercury was resurrected and now doing a watch review youtube channel

[@stevepapa]

Hahaha I'm baaaaaaaaaack!

[@BourbonInhibitions]

Good for you man! Watch is a beauty they really did a nice job.

[@stevepapa]

It really is! Thank you!

[@twu42618]

Gone with the wind

[@eduardolaraloredo5207]

Where did you bought ?

[@stevepapa]

Seikousa.com but I think it's sold out now

[@joecheng891]

Beautiful watch! Tho the minute counter seemed not at the zero position when resetting the chrono .

[@stevepapa]

hmmmmmmmmm I'll have to look closer at the minute counter.

[@porscheoscar]

Needs a 007 Nato

[@stevepapa]

Hot Take: I don't really like NATO straps 😬

[@smm6526]

Epic piece..

[@stevepapa]

It is DOPE!

[@dinoscarsella5079]

what is lug width? 20mm?

[@stevepapa]

Yes it is

[@donisiciliano]

Price?

[@stevepapa]

$650 I think

[@garykinmun]

Laibach is a watch guy?

[@stevepapa]

Who's Laibach?

[@sethjr.2694]

Your wrist size?

[@stevepapa]

7.5 inches

[@sethjr.2694]

@@stevepapa Thx!

[@doinitwright8830]

Nice Seiko Stevo!Gotta trim that stache Bro! ;-)

[@stevepapa]

I just did! I need better clippers!

[@jirikrajnak9047]

the 24 hour "totalizer" and generic bracelet is classic seiko derpiness.

[@stevepapa]

very true indeed

[@kailimedia]

gold will be epic

[@stevepapa]

NOW WE'RE TALKING!

[@AadilCuts]

seeing alot of reviews of this watch I feel they made the dial too small. Had it been atleast 42 or 43mm, it would have been a no brainer purchase for me but alas....

[@stevepapa]

Yeah I would like to see either a slightly thinner 39mm or a 41mm at its current thickness.

[@youtubeceoruinedyoutube]

The design is perfect. The solar quartz is a deal breaker at over $600. Give us an automatic...

[@stevepapa]

I honestly don't mind the movement... the bracelet is a different story. That's where I can't justify the $600+ price.

[@ikarisspartacus6842]

@@stevepapa what's wrong with the bracelet? What makes a good bracelet versus a not-do-good one? I'm trying to learn more about watches.

[@dogsarebetterproductions]

Thanks for this. To me the subdials look dark blue?

[@stevepapa]

I think it's due to the AR coating or my camera.

[@dogsarebetterproductions]

It also looks navy to me in the Seiko advertising shots. Now it’s confirmed black I want it. Need to see it in person. Matches my oled panda switch and would sit nicely next to the spb143.

[@jakubleszczylowski5468]

First thing when I look at this man. He's looks like Freddie Mercury

[@stevepapa]

I'll take that as a compliment hahaha

[@daniellasko6398]

Pls tell me that made an ice blue dial version 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@stevepapa]

Closest thing they have is the SSC815 but that's a navy blue dial.

[@svelinov]

What happened with diving watches, they start to size them down to elegant watches 38...39.5mm...This one should be at least 42mm..

[@111111111Tiger]

Beauty

[@stevepapa]

Thank you!

[@wila4134]

Freddie Mercury LIVES!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@stevepapa]

For now! Probably cutting it off at the end of Movember!

[@jagermaster1622]

If this is a Daytona homage, the SKX is a Submariner ripoff. Stop associating everything to Rolex, especially when it's clearly not the case. Is a red car a Ferrari ripoff? This is the modern reinterpretation of the 7A28/38 and 6139 series, full stop. People will kill for this watch in 10-20 years, as seen with the aforementioned models. The watch is truly beautiful. I'm surprised someone running a watch channel has an opinion that would be common amongst people that are clueless about watches.

[@stevepapa]

I don't use the term "homage" as a logo swapped clone. Thanks for watching!

[@andal7404]

It's a homage to a 1969 Seiko.

[@gonzchi]

The "Seiko" in black ruins the watch. Should have been silver. EDIT and the markers too, should have been silver

[@stevepapa]

I actually like the sharp contrast between the two. To each their own I guess!

[@antonescas2304]

Where can I buy this?

[@stevepapa]

I bought mine online. I've seen a couple on ebay too.

[@dannyg718]

are your parents harry reems and freddy mercury

[@stevepapa]

maaaaaaaaaaaaaybe

[@19NJS71]

that date window is terrible.. literally ruins the dial

[@stevepapa]

I wouldn't say the dial is ruined but the date window favoring the 4 o'clock index is irritating as well as the depth of the date wheel.

[@zhizian]

So........ Seiko = Homage watches.... real Seikos are now GRAND SEIKO. lol

[@stevepapa]

I still need to get a GS!

[@evolution8662]

39mm is too small. Dude.....

[@stevepapa]

Oh come on its not that small!

[@todmanson7849]

Hahaha I just first time into this channel. Are you Queen? Mamaaa, Just killed a man,

[@stevepapa]

Hahaha right?! A big Freddie Mercury

[@todmanson7849]

@@stevepapa yes, strong a lot

[@todmanson7849]

@@stevepapa keep this look man, not bad

[@stevepapa]

@@todmanson7849 for the time being I will. The look is growing on me hahaha

[@AQ-wu3fe]

Hi freddy mercury

[@stevepapa]

Hello there!

[@angelbeast8863]

I love it but $650 is too steep for what you're getting. I picked up the SZSB012 from Amazon flash sale for $200. And I have to say. I paid fair price. The retail of $550 is absurd. I really need to get my hands on this. I value this chrono at around $350-450 tho.

[@stevepapa]

I have to agree with you somewhat. If the bracelet was more solid I would say it's worth it.

[@lazylama6]

First time, being first.

[@hugedickerinokripperino5299]

Nice

[@hugedickerinokripperino5299]

David jankoski dude first is good

[@hugedickerinokripperino5299]

David jankoski bragging rights

[@hugedickerinokripperino5299]

David jankoski getting first???? Bro look at the rest of the replies 😂

[@lelimitededition4219]

Mario brother 2022

[@stevepapa]

Wahooo!

[@fmartmart8099]

You need to work on your lighting. Wayyyy too dark

[@stevepapa]

I'm going to have to agree with you on this. My camera skills are a WIP.

[@Dragoneye-cp6fv]

RIP

[@RaggyJha]

I will subscribe if you promise to keep your moustache after Movember ends.

[@stevepapa]

I can't make any promises hahaha