Super Seventies Seiko Recraft! SNKM97

[@paulhopkins1905]

I saw this one Amazon and bought immediately. So now I'm here watching reviews lol. Believe it or not, its my first Seiko

[@preethamreddy2558]

Same

[@zekeriyaylmaz7417]

Memnunmusun

[@christianobrien4465]

To my eye...this is gorgeous. And to me, it represents what Seiko was when they were moving up in the world. Watches like this are what propelled seiko forward, like an Apollo Rocket to the moon. Who wouldn't want to relive such glorious days when ANYTHING seemed possible.....this is an optimists watch, and that's why I'm ordering mine today in these rather gloomy uncertain times. It makes me smile so surely that's good enough. Thanks always jody

[@kidcxspr]

love your beautiful words for this watch man, Ive been broke for over a year now and today I just got a new job, Im buying this watch the celebrate getting over the roughest time in my life, optimists watch sounds about right

[@ZCherish]

I have a Recraft myself, and what I've noticed about the line is that they always have a ton of tiny design choices you notice over time, which is appreciated and, I think, a hallmark of a good watch!

[@tobiasrottenbach1769]

This green dial rocks. With a brown leather strap, I would like it more.

[@wj00312]

I'm 39. This is one of my favorite watches in my collection. It's gotten some compliments, as well.

[@dennisneo1608]

Seiko. The Toyota of watches. Grand Seiko, Lexus.

[@stephenimsong3462]

dennis neo I think Seiko is the Lexus, and Grand Seiko is a Lexus LFA, this was coined by a fellow car guru Matt Farrah

[@jochem1986]

So which Seiko is good enough to be called the Toyota Century?

[@aidanpysher2764]

@@jochem1986 I'd probably say the SARB033

[@jochem1986]

@@aidanpysher2764 Ouch... I hope Toyota isn't insulted. The SARB033 is more like the Corolla. Reliable, well made, but not exclusive in the slightest..

[@Dhruvnater456]

Casio=Toyota Seiko=Honda

[@raunaqsapra7160]

This was my first automatic watch ! I took a scotch brite sponge and ended up brushing all the polished surfaces. It subdues the bracelet and makes the sunburst dial pop even more!

[@MacPro8CoreMan]

Great review as always. I love the Recraft line. I am bigger at 7.5 inch wrist and have a 43mm diver that fits just fine. I’m excited about the Recraft because 99% of vintage watches a tiny. I bought a predominantly Orange Recraft on Black Friday 2018 for $93.00 (currently on loan to my brother). Bro is not a “watch guy”, in fact when I first showed the watch to him I told him that it was a NOS 1971 Seiko. He actually bought it hook line and sinker. That’s how great these vintage homage pieces are. The designers absolutely nailed that “look”. One thing that I do not understand; why use the old 7S26 when the 4R35 (NH35) movement instead? Cost is no more that $10 for Seiko, and you get a much better motor. Hacking and Hand Winding are great upgrades. IMHO the 7S26 should be put out to pasture. Also I was happy to see Quartz options in the Recraft line. Always room for a quality Quartz movement. Cheers Jodi!

[@kissmylilpiggy]

Thanks for bringing this to the fore, as a child of the 70's this absolutely resonates with me as a piece my elder brothers or father could have worn, on stock bracelet it looks ok and I get the feeling it'd be quite the strap monster, I'm in need of a green piece and was edging towards an Alpinist but something about it's styling doesn't work for me (although a far superior time piece no doubt). I'm sold on this and will be adding it to the collection.

[@brynroberts9880]

I have the blue and bronze versions of this dial configuration, as well as this one. There's also a brown/gold and "champagne" versions. I'm tempted to get the full set!

[@mikewysko2268]

Love the design and colors. If Seiko made a smaller model I would buy one.

[@elmoelms2743]

Hi Jody I bought one of these about 6 months ago. As you say very bold and very big. The colours are fantastic and I enjoy wearing it from time to time. Another great review, enjoying you channel. One of the most honest ones out there

[@lenpowell6647]

Size aside what a stunner!!!!!!!!! Wow!!!!! That's the full stocking and suspenders and two smoking barrels! Cheers,Len.

[@kazifahdabdullahnoornabil6013]

Own this one , trust me , the look is majestic and the feeling is premium !

[@johnleonardlife]

Just picked this one up. Ditched the bracelet, put it on a 24mm vintage Bond. NATO. Looks great.

[@dylvasey]

How I personally grade Seiko's is to ask myself would I ask to see it from a stranger. I certainly would with this one although the very first thing I would do is take off that bracelet and whack it on a brown rally strap (as per the below comment). Love the sunburst green!

[@gboyce975]

My dad had the OG version of this watch when I was growing up. I want it.

[@kerpowski1]

That dial and case at 40-42mm as a compressor diver with good lume and a 4R movement would be the bee's knees.

[@ervinsensendorf4367]

I am glad you reviewed this watch, because I bought one pre-owned last year for my birthday, and I absolutly love it. In my humble opinion this has one of the best dial and case deisgns on the Seiko lineup.

[@47zero]

Love the recraft line. This one could be straight out of Carlito's Way.

[@dkonsto]

I bought this watch last year. Absolutely love it.

[@mikediemer8398]

I bought the snkp23 last year for my birthday. Gets the most compliments

[@petershallis2294]

I've got one of these, the first thing I did was put on a chocolate brown leather strap with deployant clasp, really gives it a touch of class.

[@Voxguitarsrock]

Nice review , thanks! I love the style of the recraft line. My wife.bought me the SNKN73 model a couple of years ago for my birthday. I love it! Most accurate automatic I own. Only 2 nitpicker for me. 1. No lume! I considered having some applied.to the hands,, buuuttt nope. And 2. The hardlex Crystal scratches pretty easy. I'm thinking seriously about having it swapped out to sapphire. Great watch though, well worth the money.

[@jacc88888]

I almost didn't bother to watch this vid when I saw the thumbnail photo but glad I did. Am tempted - the dial is fantastic, but 44mm might look huge on my skinny wrists.

[@dude28405]

It's different than just another diver watch

[@echochambers8418]

What a beautiful watch!!! I really like the Green Face with the Orange Second Hand....Very 🇮🇪 ☘️....Slainte!!!!!!!

[@charlie-obrien]

Well said, Boyo!

[@stevenwymor1398]

One word - groovy.

[@ADudeAndHisWatches]

Hmmm, I think by the 70's we were over "Groovy" Might have been using "Fat!" or "Bitchin!" by then ;)

[@stevenwymor1398]

HoWilbur HoWilbur wrong. I was born in ‘65. I know exactly what we were saying.

[@cameronkrause4712]

You nailed it!

[@amorembalming]

Now we're talking Jody. This is gorgeous! Now I need to convince the old woman as to why I need another damn watch. This on a super jubilee makes me feel a bit funny in my belly.

[@tonymaiettasr.7340]

I have one. Bought it last year. Wear it when I'm in a "green" mood. Nice review.

[@jamesarthur6962]

I love the retro look on this & the green face sunburst is brilliant. I don't even own a Seiko, but would most definitely wear this. And it is so well price for the offering.

[@DavidV4444]

I live my Omega and my Rolex but my Seiko Pepsi PADI Turtle I bought recently captured my heart - can’t quite put my finger on it but I fell in love and then bought this and just bought the SRPK17 55th Anniversary… these watches aren’t Rolex but they don’t have to be, I love them more and feel Smart wearing good value and Seiko just brings me joy.

[@Nineveh29]

That would look amazing on one of those crafted, leather straps.

[@soulbronumberone]

This is the gateway traditional watch which can convince the smart watch generation to go old school.

[@henngeta9405]

i own this one. the best 120$ i ever spent!!! im a decent sized dude so it sits perfect on my wrist its so great i went and bought green cloths to match it!!

[@oldcampmeetingtime-radiosh709]

I love my SNKM97. It was a b-day present last year. I immediately fell in love with the retro look. I normally do not like watches with day and date complications but fell in love with this one anyway. There is just something about it.

[@tonywong8134]

I always loved the Recraft series because it was Seiko's answer to Daniel Wellington IMO...oversized fashion watches. I owned a few Recraft series watches a few years ago, but they are WAY too big. Even the SNKN69, whose dimensions were large at 43.5mm, felt way too big. I thought I could rock it, but couldn't. It felt way larger than its listed size. I LOVED the watch but it was just too big and too heavy. The SNKN03 was listed at 44MM, but felt like a 48mm and was as heavy as most divers. I felt like if Seiko went with the retro sizing these would be a runaway hit.

[@77cjam]

Stunning green dial. Love the look and have no issues with that movement. Just a bit too large for my tastes, but great watch if you are looking for something a bit different

[@rajeevkrishnadas]

Just got one of these on Friday... A happy customer from sunny Glesga... Fantastic reviews... Similar style diver Geckota G1 V03... Absolutely worth it

[@MisterKnightly]

Such a great watch, so happy it's a 44mm as well.

[@longplayer8600]

Love this watch, just got it today. Wore it around & the first thing you notice is that looking head on into it it's difficult to actually tell time. The hour & minute hand get lost easily but once you tilt it in the light then you're cooking, it lights up. Of course in Seiko fashion the indices aren't lined up well, in fact the noon & 6 are noticeably off. Inexpensive & unique, gonna keep it. Gonna have to dig up a leisure suit or a polyester shirt somewhere though.

[@carlphil450]

I own one, wears great, feels great, doesn’t feel big. Put a black nato strap and it pops up the watch, I also got a leather tan Rally band and it gives another great look. Wait for sale price on Amazon.

[@kaizokuAUTO]

It's a really gorgeous watch - a nice alternative to the discontinued Alpinist if you are dying for a green dialed Seiko.

[@darrensmith6999]

Been looking at this one for a while love Seiko and that green dial and retro look really appeals to me. Great Review thanks Jody.

[@warangel80]

I own one of these. This watch is really photogenic, so beautiful that it would look good tied to your wrist with a piece of twine.

[@ZaDude1970]

Bought mine through Jomashop & paid $119.69. This is my 2nd Seiko, no complaints here whatsoever. The Orient Kamasu in burgundy red is next on my list. From an avid follower, loving them reviews Jody!

[@tods.9947]

Love the recraft concept and the super groovy dial. But it is a bulky beast. I’ll stick to my vintage Seiko collecting of that era with their 40mm case sizing which is just about perfect.

[@marvincheeseman6173]

Just got mine today - absolutely superb.

[@HVG67]

This is on my list. Even if it's not the newer caliber... I love the recraft series...

[@wademorris1779]

I love these Recraft Seiko's, absolutely beautiful. I have this green one and the blue dial with a brown leather strap. They are big but I'm 6ft. 275 lb. With an 8in. wrist so it works out well for me. Shop around. I got both of them for around $120 US each.

[@TedCornish]

That's gorgeous and I have found my next new watch. Thanks Jody 👍👍

[@mathieut3197]

Late to the party; just got mine this morning with a NH36 kanji-wheeled movement swap. Quite a chunk of real estate but ok on my 8" wrist. I think I know what love is now.

[@markplayford5836]

Scotland island eh! I was gobsmacked to find a Scarborough beach in South Africa on holiday. Great for you Jody not much of a drive if you feel a bit homesick. He he I do like the watch but your right it is a big boy.

[@BetamaxBabe]

I would totally get this if it were smaller, I just love that dial! The SNKP lineup is a good, more subtle alternative to this.

[@stevenikazy2943]

Brought mine in Grand Cayman. Hours later I would hold a live sting ray in my arms so this watch always reminds me of that thrill. Watches can be all about occasion, you know? I now wear it on a light brown leather strap. Thanks for the review.

[@craig2100]

Very interesting piece...looks great. Than you for sharing Ernie!

[@a0r0a7]

Love the green dial and style. Sadly my wrist is too small ☹️ to rock this beauty. Great review as always 👍

[@jimsmith8062]

Strap on a green leather croc look strap and it looks the biz!

[@simonwood5587]

love it.... but way to big. hoping at some point in the future the oversized alarm clock on a strap trend is over and we settle in to wearable 37-39mm watches!

[@paulstevenson200]

With you on that.

[@Yoshikaable]

I'm there for it. I would like a small hand winder

[@simoncross3930]

I would be in the same boat, but some of us bigger folks need a watch that is 41-45 mm, although, this watch is a bit large...

[@Yoshikaable]

@@simoncross3930 I have many in that size range. Then I got a lil 36mm and I love it! I guess it's mostly a desire for more dress watches

[@simoncross3930]

@@Yoshikaable Yenno, I was in the same boat, decided who cares about sizes, and bought a smaller watch. (36 mm as well) and it just looked really ugly on my wrist. Different strokes for different folks! I really do envy those with smaller wrists, they can fit all these really classy dress watches!

[@Nachtgedicht]

Now that's one hell of a Seiko! Love it. 44mm are a challenge though...

[@paulstevenson200]

If it was available at under 40mm I would be ordering one now. That is a beauty, but no way could I wear anything that big which is a shame. Excellent review of a very interesting looking watch. Thanks.

[@SkysaxonDragonslayer]

This watch’s screams for an NH36 mod - an acrylic crystal and a brown rally strap...

[@aidanpysher2764]

I have a tan rally on mine - it looks absolutely gorgeous.

[@travislivengood2744]

I deeply wish they would offer some Recrafts for people who don't have Bear wrists.

[@mikewysko2268]

I have notice that "its just too big" is an often repeated comment.

[@travislivengood2744]

@@mikewysko2268 I have a 7.25" wrist, and a few 50mm lug to lug watches as well. But they are all divers, so the bezel allows for a smaller face and therefor a smaller visual footprint. The Recrafts are both visually and physically large which ia a bummer since I love the throwback colors and case shapes.

[@carpandrei7493]

Check out the SNKP line at 39mm. SNKP 23 for blue dial, 25 for brown/burgundy red dial and 27 for green, all with sunburst effect on the dial.

[@francistuazon7666]

That is quite a Trippy watch.

[@adrianswatchunboxingsrevie1140]

I bought one of these at the beginning of December 2018 and had it on my wrist off and on throughout Dec & Jan i have to say i'm well impressed with it so far i have a 8"inch wrist so it sits fine on me & i've had a few nice comments about it also . Another one i got at the same time was the blue dial Seiko Recraft SNKN37 both of them have had some good wrist time i thought the size might be a issue at first but once you get them on wrist after a hour or so i hardly noticed two nice watches at affordable prices & the SNKN37 gets a lot of comments also. Great reviews by the way Jody keep them coming.

[@scottdoelling4576]

Love the Recraft series. I own an SNKN01 and an SNKN02. Probably be picking up the chrono soon.

[@BubblesandthePurrMonster]

This is actually on sale right now on amazon. It’s the blue one with the square glass.

[@pcmacintyre]

May give a try of the slightly smaller 39.5mm blue dial Recraft, the SNKP23. Very nice review.

[@drwindsurf]

I just noticed you hit 60K subs - Congratulations Jody, it is amazing how much your channel has grown. Well deserved, your videos are always interesting and entertaining :)

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks Jeffrey! Much appreciated. Jody

[@jonathanshelton2137]

This watch is definitely beautiful to me

[@Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya]

Just ordered one…!!! Can’t wait…!!! 👍😊

[@MrPleers]

Like the look of that watch a lot. But it should be a smaller. And whats up with the hardlex ? Just wished Seiko would not cut corner's and use sapphire.

[@darrensmith6999]

Just bought one and i am loving it !

[@edhammond6911]

One of my favorite watches. I bought it for $118 on eBay. Looks like 1 million bucks. I only wish it was quartz.

[@iamachine92]

If only this watch comes in smaller size, I would dig it Nice review as always mate, keep it coming!

[@Nick.0f.T1me]

The chapter ring looks to be aligned correctly, Ernie should buy a lotto ticket this week.

[@richardostafin3835]

If you can’t stand the size. Check out the SNKP23 or 27. Coming in at 40mm, but arguably fewer groovy bits.

[@tomkhong9828]

Great vid ! Love your t-shirt. Always wanted a Glashutte Original Sixties Square and I can’t afford it. This SNKM97 is within my reach and wouldn’t give it a miss.

[@RJ-cq8dd]

Lovely watch, got it from Amazon US..I was tracking it and it was at Kenosha, Wisconsin..funny for a 70s style watch to be at a place made famous by That 70s show. :) Looks brilliant with a leather orange rally strap.

[@Samuel-ge7im]

Looks gorgeous Jody!

[@DeusNyx]

I purchased the recraft UFO. It's more cusion shaped, 4r36 movement. Lovely piece. But this one, that green is just gorgeous!!! Unashamed to be retro, it just screams 70s/80s!

[@jacobhalewijn4024]

Got this one to as my first automatic/real watch, absolutely love it.

[@eduardoarosemena655]

Have the exact same model and put a green Nato strap on it. Cool

[@carpandrei7493]

I can't comment on availability but if you're looking for a smaller case size, check out the SNKP27. There is also a version with brown dial (25) or blue dial (23). There's less going on on the dial and the case, but they have a seemingly nice sun burst effect. These seem to be part of the Recraft series too!

[@ACoustaDC]

I own this watch and it is lovely in person. The lack of any loom though makes it useless at night.

[@derricksmith1140]

I have one showing up Monday thank u for the review

[@bigfish786]

Love the styling on this one. If I can find one at the right price I’ll buy it. 😊

[@paulienkhamvaiphei134]

Already own it.love the vintage look and feel.thanks for the video.always look forward to your passion filled reviews.

[@inkitatus1]

Ernie's got good taste 👍👍

[@charlie-obrien]

Looking at the thumbnail I thought you were going to have me give a Seiko another try. The dial and case shape are so striking and beautifully laid out, it really is that something different which would be a fantastic weekend watch. But then the bad news double whammy! First it is huge and the very nice design comes all undone by the 44mm case and 24mm band. Is Seiko now going after the Invicta market? Second is the movement. Why put together such a handsome piece (size not withstanding) and then put your cheapest, least desirable movement in it? Give your loyal customers at least the NH35 that other watch makers offer at a lower price. If it had the NH35 and came in 40mm this watch would be a knockout and even the hardlex crystal could be overlooked. Great review as always. Keep bringing us the unexpected pieces along with the classics.

[@adaptivekalman]

Jody has created another personality to hide his watch purchases from his wife. "Mr X" is not alone.

[@syncro16se]

What a wonderful 70s look. I wonder if there will come any hommages on this one from say, Steeldive? I have some 6105 hommages and never seem to get tired of them, they are a perfect match for me and my taste, just love them. I'd certainly comsider this one, it's even more 1970.. Thanks for the vid. 👍🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@nicktrnka1480]

Jody, great video. I have this one in Gold with the chocolate brown dial and orange second hand. It is very a very interesting dial. A lot of levels and detail. Retro cool. It is a unique occasional wear piece. wish it had lume. Cheers.

[@popking]

Only one word to comment: Beautiful

[@Relojesparatodosmx]

Beautiful watch, Seiko's Recraft line is fabulous, I own a SNKP25 that I adore. Best regards.

[@JeeGee114]

So glad they did not put a 4R in it and made it too big. Nothing to distract me from my upcoming BB 58.

[@joecoffee968]

Can you manually wind this wristwatch? I saw one at a dealership and it seemed they have no option for manually rewinding it. I would love to buy one like this because I think it's a great-looking wristwatch. But I do not do enough work during the day no, I do not move around enough to automatically wind it I don't think.

[@rocknroll8456]

Such a perfectly executed 70's inspired watch, what a shame it's 44mm...

[@oldiesfreek]

Sold my gold one...Too large!

[@mustafazeytin4801]

I too like watches around 40mm more but I have a big big wrist and 45mm doesnt look big, it looks just right on my wrist

[@Forsaken-Orphan]

@@oldiesfreek you need real man arms to wear one of these.

[@illusions97]

Glad to see you check this watch out, Jody! I acquired one for Christmas and it’s been rocking my wrist ever since! The SNKM98 Is at a local jewelry store and I’m tempted to pick that one up to match the 97! I think this watch is one of the greatest values for price go quality ratio for sure ;)

[@UnNamedTrucker]

I have one. I rarely wear it due to its hugeness. It’s on the cusp of heading to the bin. I love the case shape and the dial, but I hate the hands and I don’t love the 7S26 movement.

[@JohnD-gw9ds]

I was reaching for my wallet until you mentioned the 7S26 movement. I've got a couple of 5's and an SKX, no more 7s26'ers for me. C'mon Seiko....

[@JETBLACKPRIEST]

Have a look at the srpb17k and its different colored varients, similar style but it has a 4r35

[@opticracer3927]

Hello John, could you tell me about that movement? Info please!

[@silverstaralchemist]

@@opticracer3927 If John is anything like me, having to shake the watch to wind it loses its charm very quickly and is one of the reasons why I rarely use my 7s26-powered watches. Much easier to pick up a hand wound watch, give it a couple turns and be on my way. 👍

[@valjean3141]

As Aussie Viking says, the 7s26 neither hacks nor hand winds. Same movement as on the Seiko SKX divers - very robust, but if you’re looking for hacking and hand winding, then look for something with the 4r35 in it instead.

[@JohnD-gw9ds]

@@opticracer3927 What everyone else says pretty much sums it up

[@raymondrichardson6061]

I really like this, but preferred the gold one, with the “Tiger eye”, brown dial. That makes this one look restrained, if that was possible. Good, fun, review.

[@jonoedwards4195]

Yes, yes, It's called the, "Sphincter!" And restrained it is!

[@raymondrichardson6061]

@@jonoedwards4195 Ive never heard it called that. A sphinkter on my wrist? I just love the gold bracelet, and brown face. Jason King would have one of these, or Elvis. Seiko have a sense of humour. Safly, none on ebay.

[@jonoedwards4195]

@@raymondrichardson6061 Haha, Nah, i just beat my six year old Daughter at Chess, i was on another High!