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Well, well. This is a lovely watch. It looks good, it wear fantastically, they haven't gone totally mad with the colours, and if you can get one closer to $200, then it represents reasonable value.... for a Seiko in 2020! It isn't the SARB, but we can't go back in time. If we could then we would sort out the bloody mess that is 2020. I can see one of these finding its way into a lot of watch boxes this year. Cheers, Jody

[@mustafasahinturk9651]

I wish I had my knowlegde about watches back in the days when sarb was released.

[@JeeGee114]

Just pick one up. They are still a good buy. I would go with the Sarx personally nowadays if I needed a dresser.

[@dparis2172]

I would have bought two.

[@mustafasahinturk9651]

@@JeeGee114 I am currently unemployed. As soon as I got money I will buy a cream dial sarb.

[@lionel170]

@@mustafasahinturk9651 God bless you sir.

[@BayuMukti937]

And the money 😂

[@KaiserSoze679]

I'm SUPER new to watch collecting (I only had one basic quartz Fossil watch until maybe 6 months ago) and today I picked up the gray dial version of this one as my first Seiko AND first automatic. (I wanted the blue dial, but I found the gray dial for the equivalent of about $190 US, so I pulled the trigger.) Loving it so far. I just can't stop looking at it. :)

[@willwcbb]

I just got the grey dial brother. How is it treating you?

[@KaiserSoze679]

@@willwcbb It's good. I won't lie, a big part of me wishes I'd held out for the blue, but it's still a great watch.

[@errolmacdonald3256]

What makes the new 5 logo interesting, at least to me, is that it cunningly integrates all three identity markers of the old Seiko 5 Sport watches. The new laidback 5 can equally be read as a laidback S, and if you look at just the outline of the figure in a kind of bleary-eyed, unfocused way you can see the shape of the shield upon which the old 5 was always emblazoned. A brilliant instance of the graphic design genius the Japanese are so justly famous for.

[@walterbova7205]

exactly My thoughts! never understood why people don't like it. The old one was awful, but this one is great, one of the reasons why I purchased this watch actually

[@The_Sceptical_Stoic]

Minor correction, the bracelet links are hollow folded, if you look carefully you'll be able to see a line running along their length where the two pieces meet. I like these new Seikos, and I wish more companies would do bezel-less diver style watches, I think there is a market for them. They balance that sporty and dressy look quite well which makes them very versatile for everyday use in any setting.

[@tjfish9683]

I bought one on a nato from Macy’s over the holidays for 184 USD. Grey version after seeing this and Shane’s review at Relative Time. Very pleased with it. Watch for sales. Good daily ware. Worn on a variety of straps. Strapcode makes a bracelet for it I’ll probably get

[@thehooch-man2657]

Love mine. Picked it up for $177 (on sale at Macys, full MSRP $285). I bought the gray sunburst dial with the brushed bezel. Absolutely brilliant. I think it was a decent price, but I'm no watch expert.

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

Definitely a good choice for them new blood in the watch game. But when I first saw this model and read the specs, I couldn't stop thinking about the sarb033, about how much better it is, being old and with better specs and better case design.

[@ahbeng888]

I picked up this in the black dial version (SRPE55) from a high street retailer here in Australia for A$225 on “clearance” which I found amusing for a current model. It’s a very versatile model which works well in formal situations as well as dressed down. I’m actually super impressed with the lume on this.

[@nartlambaz]

Loved it even more after buying and wearing it. I put it on doing my pool laps. No issues with the water resistance

[@TZKBeats]

These ones I like a lot. Honestly I believe the prices now are laughable... 1-2 years in production and the gray market will sell these at about half of what you can get 'em now. Also I do believe that the Seiko Alpinist bracelets fit this case... (not 100% sure so don't quote me on that). Anyways - great watch and video! (btw I'm that dude from Watches Gadgets and Stuff channel that hated on your Proteus video... Lol)

[@bobgox]

another great informative review ...thanks for bringing this particular Seiko model to light, and your always very appreciated insight !

[@bogrot69]

I think they're really sharp. I love what they did with the logo as well. Although I've always been grateful that I don't get hung up on logos etc. It makes things so much easier 😂 The new grey marble ish looking 5KX is pretty interesting as well. Excellent point about the SARB. Cheers Jody

[@watchesandcaps2566]

I was able to get one of the JDM versions of this in the olive drab dial and matching nato for around $215. Watch Nation I believe they're called. They're based out of England and are a Seiko A.D. so nothing to worry about. Super fast shipping as well.

[@MarkSmith-pd6fk]

Went for the gold, silver two tone, sooo damn comfortable & good lookin' on the wrist. My barber actually thought it was a Rolex. I just bought it based on looks, movement & wearability so if your pleased with all that, which I am, all the other stuff it doesn't have, isn't part of the equation...

[@Holt333]

LOOOOOOOVE this watch (especially in “GILT”) ....it’s been a minute since I’ve been so excited about a new Seiko and I’ve loved them for years 👍‼️ Great Review

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Yeah, I had my trigger finger hovering over that black and gilt one myself...... 😬😬

[@ivankerr3570]

Holt333 you must be easily pleased

[@gbsprasanna]

At last. The much awaited review! Thanks

[@TheChadWork2001]

Yes these are nice. I got one with a great dial. The dials are perfect. Simple, not much on them, the nice new logo, Automatic in script. It would have been nice to have a screw down crown, but I still like it very much. It's 40mm but wears like a small watch. It feels like I have 36mm watch on.

[@ExpeditedProductions]

Thanks much! Looks beautiful. Well done!

[@mrkitewine7700]

It’s a fantastic looking watch, thanks for the review. I think the white date wheel balances the 9 marker. A 40mm sport watch with 100m water resistance and a 4R36 movement is a bargain at the price. The days of the SARB 33/35 value , with their sapphire and 6R15, are long gone. Seiko is still delivering good value here, the folded link bracelet isn’t the best, but it looks good and the watch is a stunner on leather. I don’t have an issue with hardlex. As long as the chapter ring is decently aligned and it keeps good time then I think it’s a winner. The cocktail time presages are about £100 more expensive and have the same level of movement (4r35), hardlex, folded end links etc. So I think this is fine. Whilst cash is tight this will certainly scratch my Sinn 556 and Tudor black bay 36 itch.

[@toggimir]

Great watch. Have the gilt dial on the way. Small correction, the bracelet is actually folded. It's just really well polished on the sides. You can see the seams if you look closely. Great review Jody!

[@MrPleers]

Just wished Seiko came out with a no date version.

[@danieleraso1]

@aero it is more clean to the eye. even though the complication y useful, i have watches without the day and they look more uniform. the dress watch is, the less is better. look also at the explorer 1 or the sub no date. i understand the usefulness of the date but sometimes you want a watch that tells time and nothing more

[@robertbeirne9813]

Daniel Eraso I occasionally look to my watch for the date, never for the day. This would be a much better looking watch without a day window.

[@daalb140]

seiko 5 line must have day/date or something. one of the 5 things i think

[@9118693223]

impossible nowadays to find a ''5'' without day-date function. only their ''ancestors'', the ''sportsmatics'' can still be found without date. i just got an old seiko sportsmatic with no date from japan.

[@Cur8or88]

No cyclops, at least.

[@maxstuder6477]

Great review of a great watch. Thank you. have to get one.

[@FourIntoOne]

I just cant understand that with the economies of scale that Seiko/Epson have why they dont out spec everything else on the market? They clearly could if they so chose. Adding sapphire, signed crowns solid links etc etc would be trivial in cost (to them) yet add so much more value to the consumer. I have felt for quite a long time that Seiko as a value proposition is actually now quite poor.

[@mr22guy]

Perhaps they have a "gentleman's agreement" with the Swiss, like Honda, Nissan and Toyota had in the 90s.

[@DeusNyx]

- They see Seiko fanbios and think "we could make them pay AUS$500 for a Seiko 5 with minimal specs."

[@eggsII]

Marc Riches My guess is that they look at the market, measure what they think their name is worth, and design watches for all price points. The challenge becomes explaining that their very expensive watches are worth it. In my mind, Seiko has marketed themselves as the value alternative to European watch making. How does that value proposition add up when you increase the price of your standard watches to Swiss levels?

[@wans5885]

@@eggsII if they think that way, i'll not buying any of this kind of seikos at all.

[@mrbrisvegas2]

It is very simple. They want you to pay $800+ for a Prospex.

[@JoeSmith-np6nz]

I got the gray variant for under 200 US! I have a 7.5 inch wrist and it wears amazing. Perfect everyday watch 👌🏽

[@davescommonplacebook9374]

Jody I seriously love this blue Pagani datejust. Thanks! This thing is lovely.

[@kennethMblake]

Jody! Good to see you reviewing a Seiko again. Love it.

[@mariodavidpalacio]

When I saw your t-shirt I remembered you work at the Opera House and you met your wife there. I didn't comment on that video, but that was a nice touch (disclosing a little bit of your life). Cheers!

[@dunka12]

It's a beautiful watch, and a solid first automatic for anyone. I have a few more expensive ones, but this is my daily. Can't recommend it enough. Only issue i had with it was the bracelet fit. Was either a bit too tight, or too lose. I went for "too tight" and it was the right choice cause it loosened up in a few days, and now fits great. In the end, was a good thing, cause it pushed me to learn how to fit bracelets my self, and the tools required aren't expensive either.

[@skace13]

No tools needed,did mine with a nail a hammer and a lot of carefulness.

[@seanwang3072]

i bought the gilt dial version for 175 on black friday and i think it is amazing at that price. the bracelet is def one of the downsides but it is still wearable and i dont mind it. the resemblance to the black bay 36 is a plus in my eyes as i was thinking about buying that, but this is a good cheaper alternative.

[@calumpatondrone]

The Sarb has made it very very difficult for me to be interested in any of the new seiko models - totally agree with your point! Finding it difficult to see the value for money in new models. Bought my Sarb brand new for £180 a few years ago - glad I did!

[@Maloha486]

I love my Sarb033 too but the 40mm case makes me feel like a boss!

[@lxblnv]

Great timepiece, thx for review!

[@duncanhamilton5841]

The problem these bottom end automatic Seikos all have is that Orient usually seem do something better for less money 😆

[@JeeGee114]

Well design wise I just don't like Oriënt. I do like to see that red colour of the Kamasu a lot more.

[@wans5885]

@@JeeGee114 you should try kamasu red, the sunburst is beautiful. I think kamasu is the best value for money for it segment. But still the bracelet quality is a let down.

[@SilverSergeant]

@@wans5885 I love my red Kamasu....and my blue one, too.

[@wans5885]

@@SilverSergeant cool, i have the green one, or should i say the tial color dial

[@psykerwave2315]

Everyone always seems to sleep on the Orient Triton/Neptune, one of the best divers under 500 of all time.

[@peteperry]

I just received this watch from Amazon for $206 before taxes. I already own some 58 watches but I was so taken by this review when I first saw it in July, that it hung in the back of my mind. Then I saw another review by Teddy Baldassarre the other day and just had to find it. What a charming watch. Though I could essentially assemble something similar myself, I am so pleased I purchased it. Thanks for doing this review!

[@RamonHernandez1]

hey Jody, great video, as always, tahnks! I wonder though, what are those other watches that do a very similar job than this? care to share a list? I seriusly looking at the black dial SRPE with a bracelet, but I do see a bit of the "less feautures for more money" policy from Seiko here. I´d be interested to know what options are out there for a versatile, ledgible, bezeless watch. Thanks again.

[@mb-watches]

Great review and great watch, this one is going to be a modding monster if after market parts coming out. Keep up the good work Jordi and big cheers to Australia 🙏🏻

[@mylesodwyer7697]

Just picked up two from the Middle East, one grey dial and one blue, thanks Jodie, I’m curious, what size is the clasp is I want to swap it out? Would a 18MM work? (I didn’t see a 17.5 version listed )

[@Kydos37]

The WornAndWound review of the Helm Vanuatu mentions how it's such a good deal that it skews people's concept of value in a watch and raises the expectations people have of other brands. I think Seiko are going the opposite way though.

[@NathanChisholm041]

I managed to get my Seiko 5 sports in Pepsi from Prouds for $380 from $495. Plus buying in store allowed me to eye ball the alignment. Great watches the 5 range...

[@sleepingsumo17]

love your channel Jody

[@touchmylucas115]

Actually been lookin at this model myself, the grey or black + gilt dial version...SARB033 was goin for $350 on Amazon a couple of months ago but I just didn’t have to money to spare. Can’t find one for less than $500 now - but this really could be a great alternative 😍

[@Watchugoton]

Great video and think you got everything honestly spot on. 👌🏻👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@the_9ent]

This is lovely. Seiko have done a lot of thins right here. Only wish they but an applied boarder round the day/ date. 8/10

[@modmod392]

Mineral crystal, pressed clasp, unsigned crown, hollow end links, push pins.....come on Seiko, at this price point some of the above boxes should be ticked.

[@Visitor555]

Be carefull, Seiko fan boys police will come soon at your comment to tell you "you cant compare Seiko to micros" "seiko have history" etc. Etc. Im a big Seiko fan but they became a NO value for money.

[@richardminnick6797]

Yeah. I'm thinkin Pagani Design. Best watch for the money.

[@Visitor555]

@@richardminnick6797 same man, i will buy one next month maybe also if they make full black classic sub 40mm with black ceramic sub bezel insert and black dial like first version 43mm was.

[@JeeGee114]

If San Martin can offer all of this and more (screw down crown, ceramic lumed bezel) on the 62 mass for 200 dollars I will wait for their version.

[@Norsemann]

Seiko 5 is overpriced fashion watches

[@tunokies]

I can really see this as a great field watch too, especially if it was bead blasted and with a distressed nut brown leather strap. Hmmm

[@samjz1774]

also in Australia, ordered one blue with nato strap last month from long island watch for $432.90 AUD (paypal exchange rate) with shipping. Simply because US market supply are made in japan. due to the current situation in the world, it is still on the way.

[@AlexanderB.]

This is really a nice looking watch and another great review video 👍🏻 I like the color and the overall design. I could probably live with the unsigned crown and the clasp. And all has been said about the Hardlex. There are simply no Seiko watches at this price point with sapphire. But the fact they are still using hollow end links on a not so cheap watch finally breaks the deal for me.

[@pompeylad1977]

Great video, really enjoyed this and all your videos 👍🏻

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks for watching the channel mate!

[@ov4457]

Bought this pretty much instantly. Loving it after a bracelet swap, the original seiko bracelets always seem to bother me on all their newer watches.

[@sch-corp]

According to Long Island Watch these are actually folded links with covers on the side. You can tell by looking closely at a link that has been removed. If that's true, these are pretty embarrassing for the price that Seiko is charging.

[@Brainstorm4300]

Seiko is embarrassing themselves with all their new pricing.

[@Cur8or88]

Good to know that the bracelet is as expected. I'll probably go for a brushed one on a strap and get a decent bracelet.

[@kerpowski1]

I'd love to see Seiko make a dive variant with a rotating bezel and a narrower insert than on a 5KX of this one. Would look nice and vintage-y IMO.

[@SilverSergeant]

I bought this in the grey dial......Coupled with an Uncle Seiko bracelet, it looks and wears great!!!!

[@nicsamazingpinballchannel7688]

Yep. Have the blue and gilt. Thinking about a third. Best strap? Shark mesh.

[@AgeofEon]

Just picked up a JDm SBTR011 - a honey of a mechaquartz chrono instead of the seemingly beloved Seiko Speedtimer. Can't wait for it to get here. Stunning dial and amazing value for money compared to the speed timer. I'm planning on throwing it on a nice leather or strapcode bracelet and for around $250 USD it'll be a heavy hitter for value. Might be worth checking out in the future for the channel, I've heard lots of people love the SBTR027 colorway in particular.

[@krustykrabb83]

Nice review mr.Jody👍👍👍

[@CallSignJammer]

I just picked up the 53 and the 57. I’m gaga for them both. I can’t decide which to wear. What an awesome problem.

[@icolater27]

Beautiful design!!

[@UTHURAAUNG2127]

I got one with black dial, gold on the hands.. promotion price $AUD 299.00 from Angus&Cotes. I totally love with that.. second hand's movement is very smooth like my other watch Omeg Seamaster.

[@petesky101]

What's the best alternative to the original Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope? Any decent homage or replica available?

[@waktosha7378]

I think those watches are really cool watches! I only have two gripes with them. The first is no screw down crown, and the second is price! With no screw down crown it I would only pay a max of $125. I would pay $150 if it had the screw down crown! It's a shame because I really want one!!! I'm just can't justify the little value for money.

[@standinman]

Hey Jodi this watch is very similar to the seiko5 sports ,from the mid 80s,apart from the size and movement which was 37mm case size and a 7009 movement. I still own the original and wear it regularly . Looks a lot like a black bay 36,but with day date .

[@MrMshossain]

I love that dial

[@nightgates3975]

can u suggest the best seiko 5 casual/dress or in between ?

[@georgecupac1202]

Looks like it's already scratched at the 9" clock position. still looks nice.

[@BlueHelm]

Great mentioning and showing the SARB - that is better value indeed.

[@jonoedwards4195]

Yum, The 5 is an S as I climb Everest. Great review, just got to love Seiko. Beauty JOMW.

[@bingoberra18]

Welll... really shows how great value a SARB was while they were still in production.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Another great review video my friend!

[@simtye88]

Love your videos!! Great reviews as always!! Still waiting on my Silver Dial version to arrive. Damn mail man taking for ever to deliver!

[@faresrock3979]

Need your advice....what do you think about cerruti 1881 watches...is it really swiess made ? And its worth to buy it ?

[@MyMarsham]

That’s one way to address bezel alignment issues. Ditch the bezel. I may have to get me one of these.

[@bigfootsburneraccount9160]

Most people had problems with chapter ring alignment rather than bezel. Which is also likely to be trouble here

[@b.vonschnauser207]

You stole my post idea.

[@andrewfitzgibbons3492]

I have the same watch jodi and I love it the only problem I have with it is I'm petrified of scratching the hardlex crystal but other than that I love the watch.

[@jfilm7466]

I'm ordering the grey for my Christmas present for myself.

[@paulwatkins4610]

Hi Jody,I love your KZbin channel, I always look forward to the next installment. Interested to know what make are your watch winders. Regards Paul.

[@rajgill7576]

I bought the slightly more priced model with the chain bracelet, what are your opinions on that? I like that it's slightly heavier than the regular steel, but the clasp barely closes for me. I'm a little scared it might fall off but it hasn't yet

[@STARHEXALKNIVES]

whohoo i want this .. the grey sunray dial version.. love it...

[@gunscratch]

Got mine in grey for £195 GBP and absolutely love it and I am in no way a Seiko fanboy. Hates = Hardlex (no excuse for using that rubbish) and the bracelet. I take issue, Jody, it’s not solid it’s folded links. Looking at the polished edge I can clearly see it is on mine. The micro adjust is crap too so the bracelet had to go. Tried it on a kudu leather strap I had lying around and it looked fab but ended up putting it on a grey and black striped, 20 quid MN style elastic strap and it looks and feels amazing - and so comfortable to wear. The 40mm is perfect cos of the short lug to lug and the bigger crystal than the 5KX makes it far more legible. Can’t wait to see if someone brings out a double domed sapphire crystal for it; that’d be my perfect mod. Other than that it’s everything one could want in a daily wear, explorer-style, field watch.

[@terencemangan9193]

I've owned mine in the gilt for just a few weeks and love it more than maybe a Seiko 5 should be enjoyed. There was the concern too about the lack of micro adjust but with 3 links removed it fits perfectly. Lucky me. Unfortunately, there is a mouse squeak that comes from one of the end links on the factory bracelet. Charming now. Annoying later perhaps. Thanks for the review J.

[@darylakamario]

Easy fix mate. Just give it a bit of an oil bath in a ziplock and then a light soap rinse and you will be good. Actually, bicycle chain oil works really well!

[@Leepal1969]

I bought one of these and love it. A bit over priced maybe but it's got everything I need. Mine says "made in Japan", which makes me happy.

[@BTBHSOHBOY]

Damn, that's absolutely stunning

[@hitsugayat10]

Can't decide which one to get, this blue or the grey dial one...

[@olegivanov7988]

Whats with the space between the crown and the guards?

[@yemyess]

Is it based on the SKX013?...do they share common parts?

[@BobMuir100]

Nice One Jody ...... by the way am I feeling better yet? I think so but if you could let me know?! Also why are you so down on crowns being unsigned? Kindest

[@tangchiprathomo819]

Nice watch. Just hope Seiko will release no-date version of this watch.

[@karlroberts580]

Another cracking review Jody. Please could you do a pagani 1638 review? You got me hooked on the brand!

[@Tobi_Jones]

this watch is beautiful

[@marius279]

From what price do we have solid links from Seiko?

[@trackpackgt877]

Beautiful watches I love all the new 5s gotta get one of these bezel less ones now!! If u want one wait a while These will come down in price to 170 on jomashop just like the new bezel seiko 5s did after sevral months to a year. I bought 2 new 5s sevral months back 170 for one and 180 for the other prices always come way down.

[@izayus11]

Man... On paper, this watch sounds like a dream. Dressy SKX, applied indexes and seiko, sunburst dial. I actually have no gripes with hardlex, since I have never managed to scratch that material.But they get a 0 on the x-factor. If I were to only listen to your review, I would have bought one already. But just looking at them, they are missing that je ne sais quoi. May be I just need time.

[@chuckschillingvideos]

Seiko is just waving everyone over to Orient.

[@retsaki1]

What is the dial diameter on this watch Jody. It looks like a 39mm

[@Samuel-ge7im]

Nice video Jody.

[@amvj]

10:05 What is the model name of the black dial watch. Looks great.

[@patrickkeating5329]

Just got this and it looks great on a black leather strap. Going to be a daily driver for the foreseeable future.

[@rks928]

I love Omega De Ville Hour Vision Blue sun-ray dial watch. whenever I look at (or window shop) any sunray/sunburst blue dial watch I compare it (in my mind) with the Omega. I am unable to afford the Omega DeVille Hour vision - blue. could you pls suggest me something similar but more affordable. (similar Blue, Sun ray dial)

[@TheOriginalNCDV]

I've had my eye on this for a while - does a J1/J2 variant exist?

[@markplayford5836]

I will stick with the SARB035 for now. Should it break though it would be a contender.

[@pauldelarzac615]

Periodically I get brand nostalgia and buy a Seiko. Then shortly after I sell it and buy a micro brand. So much more bang for the buck and I love the entrepreneurial spirit.

[@ednammansfield8553]

I quite like this 40mm version of the new Seiko 5's but I think they are a bit overpriced for what you get. Recently I have purchased two Pulsar watches, one a watch being similar to an SKX but like this Seiko it is a dive style watch with a fixed bezel with 100M water resistance and is a quartz watch. It came on a good quality silicone/rubber strap and was priced at only £49.99 here on Amazon UK. I have changed the strap to a leather one also purchased on Amazon for £16.99 and it looks really excellent and the black strap with red stitching is perfect. Also a good deal is some Pulsar solar powered watches. I purchased one with a blue dial with an orange sweephand which came on a stainless steel Milanese bracelet with a signed clasp for only £49.99 in a sale on Amazon and it is amazing, I purchased another Pulsar solar watch today also at a jeweller for the same price but on a stainless steel bracelet. The retailer told me that Pulsar are not manufacturing any more watches and that is why many are on sale now so there are many bargains to be had as Pulsar is part of the Seiko groups of companies. The Lorus brand is also disappearing and Seiko are just going to use their brand in future watch production. Thanks for showing this Seiko 5 of which I may get one in the future.