The New Seiko 5 Is Outstanding! | Seiko 5KX 40mm SRPE57

The New Seiko 5
Seiko 5KX 40mm SRPE57
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[@boringperson5089]

Tudor: We made the Seiko SKX Seiko: We made the Tudor Black Bay

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

LOL!!! PINNED

[@astifcaulkinyeras]

You stole that from the Long Island Watch video.

[@adamw7411]

ryanhayn snitches get stitches...

[@youraveragepasser-by7367]

@@astifcaulkinyeras who cares man itsy just a KZbin comment

[@astifcaulkinyeras]

@@youraveragepasser-by7367 You shouldn't steal from others.

[@alexanderlehmann4653]

I put it on my Wanted list. A No Date Version in 38 mm would have been perfect.

[@millersciencesms762]

Agreed

[@robertbeirne9813]

Date only would be deal maker for me. Day/date is too busy.

[@totalsubmition]

A Seiko 4 then?

[@BayuAnggoromurti]

you can mod it

[@expertreviews1112]

After watching this review, I visited the Seiko AD and witnessed this watch in person. It is actually amazing for this price point what Seiko has managed to offer. You are correct on the fit and finish on macro shots, no imperfections even though I've found a few on entry level Presages... This one is amazing... It actually comes wears smaller for 40mm case size due to smaller dial which's only 32mm... I disagree when you say it wears larger... Overall really compelling package..

[@AliasEveWatches]

I like that the day date is white because it works with the symmetry of the dial as the hour marker on the 9 o clock is also a horizontal block similarly sized to the date window.

[@wilfredferwerda780]

Yes. It's a good balance.

[@watches.]

Second! Let’s goooooo this is what I’ve been waiting for from Seiko. Perfect dimensions. Modern style. No annoying features. Nice review and visuals as always AB!

[@CocoKoi321]

THE SEIKO EXPLORER OH MY GOD I WANT THIS SO MUCH

[@unsortedjournal896]

It's a beautiful watch! Thanks for the closeup shots, it really shows its beauty. I plans to pick one up!

[@r.9451]

It's nice, but it would be even better with a black day/date wheel and a gold frame around the day/date window.

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

nope, that would make it look like an almost good watch (if they do something about that chapter ring along with that), which goes against the Seiko marketing strategy in this price tier.

[@hafizulalif5831]

That’s where the modders come in to play

[@declanhoward1007]

Ryan pretty sure every day is black except Saturday which is blue and Sunday which is the red you see here

[@blink6612]

Would be even better without a day/date

[@the_9ent]

100%

[@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces]

I'm really liking this release. Thanks for the vid AB.

[@ericarghirudis3462]

like it a lot ! but 40mm without a rotating bezel, does the wide diameter of the crystal/ dial makes it looks big?

[@michaelhargis7036]

I'll never understand Seikos allergy to Sapphire. What terrible business decision to avoid Sapphire. It's like being proud that you're the last house to still have a rotary dial phone. Shame on them.

[@mg2380]

I agree. I recently purchased one of Seikos limited edition Presage watches. Great looking watch. But for almost $500, it should include sapphire. My Hamilton Khaki Field costs less and has it. Heck, I have a $160 Orient that has sapphire.

[@danebengeschissen]

@@mg2380 my seiko sarb has a saphire cristal :P

[@partofthegame2691]

@Oscar Kylander I've owned a few fakes or replica High end with miyota movements and yes alot had that as a crystal

[@ednammansfield8553]

I have two of the new Seiko 5's in my collection one of which is the all green dive watch and the other the two tone dress KX. Both are great watches but as you said they should have upgraded to Sapphire crystal at the price they come in. I purchased one of the Seiko Solar watches about 18 months ago which cost less than the new Seiko 5's and that has a Sapphire crystal in it. Perhaps they will do this in future releases.

[@amlesh8638]

Stop complaining

[@gitmoholliday5764]

I would like to see the day/date window painted white just on the small cutout line "inside" edge of the frame, or even chromed ( that would reflect light and minimize the shadow inside the date window edge.., which now blends in with the shadow on the datewheel and makes it look darker ) but hey it still is a Seiko 5, Maybe connect the "Seiko" & "5" logo to a 1 piece applied abstraction, and move it upwards just a mm.. also move the "automatic" logo down a mm ??

[@TheChaz5504]

I believe 5kx more commonly is used to refer to the dive styled 5’s you referenced. This is more well known as the “dresskx”. Great review, great affordable offering 😎

[@fisherpaykelauto6137]

I always like to have an automatic watch but I was wondering if they needed service quite often and do they last long compared to solar watches. I heard it costs a lot for each service.

[@tantk6187]

If it came with sapphire crystal it would much more desirable.

[@traviswatts6661]

I’m convinced with your camera work you can make any watch look beautiful. Nice work. 👍🏼

[@alvinsumigcay5310]

Another great review! Thanks for pairing it with other straps as well! Side note, the “Hustle” neon light is a bit distracting with that clean, minimal, black background, other wise, great shots

[@shyyongc.9477]

It's so stunning! If the price is lower than that of the divers, I'll definitely grab one for myself😂

[@andrewfitzgibbons3492]

I have just purchased the blue dial srpe53kk from long island watch can't wait to receive, nice description on the name I didn't know that.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Another great review, glad to see that Nodus on your video. I just bought the Nodus Retrospect 2 Salmon dial! Keep it up brother.

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Oooo the Salmon dial is stunning!! Thanks as always for the support bro

[@WatchingCasio]

Thanks for the awesome review. I grabbed this exact watch and the saffiano strap. Beautiful!

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Hey man! Thanks for watching!!

[@nw7053]

Thanks for the video. Which one that you prefer, this new Seiko 5 or Orient Ray 2 for everyday use?

[@CarwynMonck]

Awesome video, really enjoyed the detailed review and the camera work

[@brianmsahin]

Nice video, just subscribed. I only got a Seiko 5 last week, the Sports SRPD51K2, blue dial which I love. I was extremely surprised with the movement accurate. Far better than advertised. I know watch companies cover themselves by giving bigger variations than the actuality. I put mine on a Weishi Time Grapher and my result was between +2 and +3 seconds a day, with a beat error of only 0.3 milliseconds. That's right up there with the likes of Omega and even Rolex. I was extremely impressed. I do accept I might have been lucky as even the dial ring lined up exactly perfectly which can be an issue on some watches. Very enjoyable video that covered all the bases..

[@hdmedia7404]

Amazing video quality ! Wow... And this Seiko 5 is stunning for "just" $275!

[@moonattack4745]

fantastic close up shots mate!

[@atiqmust7000]

for the first watch what do you recommend? is it srpd series or srpe series? Honestly, I'm really confused which one should I choose first

[@imarioiv]

Just picked one up today, absolutely love it

[@ba0700]

You could get a sarb033 a couple of years ago for a similar price.

[@roamy3605]

What make this watch stand out for me is it's simplicity. Easy to compare it with the Tudor BB 36 and 41. But it is definitely a Seiko and has kept most of the characteristics that you see on so many of it's other models. I'm picking one up. I like the gilt dial but will go with a more plain dial for even more simplicity to the esthetics. Funny, this may the best release by Seiko in a long time. The only problem is this watch should retail for about $250 and sell for about $175. Further down the road I'd love for Seiko to do a couple limited editions with sapphire crystal and maybe a no date version with some funky colorways. That's what's great about this watch. There is so much that could be done. Great start though!

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Perhaps we will see new things come from Seiko soon that will elevate the 5 line even further

[@daniahmad2902]

Beautifully made video with amazing content and music!

[@MammothBehemoth]

Since this just got released, my problem now is weather to get this or the Orient Kamasu. 200m WR, sapphire, handwinding, screwdown crown (tho janky at the ends), and much cheaper. But I like the simple, classic look of the new 5KX, if this was 38mm, I wouldn't hessitate.

[@ayomidebamidele2970]

The orient kamasu is not a competitor to this so you don't have to worry about picking. The bigger question here is, do you want a dress watch or a diver.,The Kamasu is a diver hence the specifications you outlines (i.e water resistance, sapphire and crown)

[@redentorroque262]

@@ayomidebamidele2970 I agree. Pick the orient if you want a diver, this 5kxplorer is you want an everyday watch.

[@rsilk2969]

The lug to lug distance is the important dimension -- it is only 44mm which is similar to most 38mm diameter watches.

[@susitdamrongsri4886]

Would SRPE55 fit to strapcode bracelet for SKX013?

[@anhbausa6111]

Hi, does the watch has luminous and light up at night?

[@Indian-kt3mv]

Which one will better seiko srpe57k1 or seiko srpd63k1 plz suggest am little bit confuse in both bz both are beautiful

[@isstuff]

It sounds patronising to say your first mechanical watch needs to have a display back, but the silly thing it is 100% true.

[@deanwaller8283]

This is first watch Seiko have out out in years that's made me really think about getting one,it's just about perfect

[@cherylwyatt909]

I am a big fan of Seiko for a lifetime now. I think this is a beautiful watch. Simple and understated !

[@resjon7981]

I have purchased this watch again and will keep it this time and I am actually liking the hollow bracelet funny enough as it is very light and comfortable like the old vintage bracelets.

[@weitsung-lin]

What's the brand of the black saffiano strap again?

[@craigdlazarus]

Great piece! Great value proposition too

[@scottlauren3145]

Great video. Great looking watch and perfect size for me. I feel I will be getting one in the near future.

[@othus123]

Seiko black bay, looks nice, i would love it at 38, but for a sporty watch 40 is ok as well.

[@MrRCalden]

looks nothing like black bay.

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

@@MrRCalden you're terribly wrong, my friend. It has a round dial.

[@mihalismaroulakis1589]

I am a big 36m fan ... I wish they will release a smaller version

[@Yupthereitism]

@@MrRCalden looks almost exactly like it lol

[@beatnivit6071]

is this ref a brushed bezel? how does it differ from 055 or 51?

[@samuelkuchar9047]

hello, how come I saw these timpiece with black collor day date?

[@rabbekapp01776]

A jubilee bracelet would go amazing with this!!!

[@deparoo]

Ok, 38m will be the perfection.

[@johnistraelyoldi9609]

Hoping we get 38mm versions man. Or I will be forced to get the black bay 39mm 😂

[@deparoo]

@@johnistraelyoldi9609 if seiko came out with a 38m, I'll finally will be able to get my dad his first automatic. Lug to lug 40 max for his wrist.

[@millersciencesms762]

Agreed on the 38mm.

[@Hellacop6]

Would be too small honestly

[@coffeeboyclips1973]

This watch wears small for a 40mm, feels more like a 38, it would look a bit too small if it was 38mm.

[@johndickinson8848]

Is the bezel brushed or polished ? Yours looks brushed which is different than what is in Seikos site.

[@qstorm76]

with an snxs79 style dial and hands i could imagine it looking awesome, but then there will be those other clickbait channels calling it “hot garbage” because it isn’t dirt cheap anymore.

[@KLRCAT]

What month starts with "DOM" or does that just stand for "Day Of Month"?

[@usken7532]

Could you give us the links for the watch straps ? Especially the black one. :-). Many thanks !

[@joec222]

Yo AB, I bought the watch after seeing your review and love it. It may be the perfect one watch under $300. I'm about to buy the veblinist strap and noticed there's a referral program. It's just for store credit but maybe you can work out a deal. There's no doubt many of your viewers are buying that strap. No one else is talking about it either. Keep up the great work.

[@davidthom7127]

As always, impressive video. The 5 has a heritage to be respected. I wasn't a fan of the colourway you chose but I know there others available. On this one, the major thing that caught my eye, in a bad way, was the crown-guard. Ouch ! That looks very sharp and would cause injury. Weird you didn't pick up on that.

[@muro4796]

I've had this watch for about a month and it's nowhere near "sharp" in my experience, it sits on my wrist just fine

[@ksheerajsanga3355]

As someone who owns it, it’s actually not sharp at all and you don’t even feel it.

[@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 long 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 Whilst cash is tight this will certainly scratch my Sinn 556 and Tudor black bay 36 itch.

[@jamesf801]

Fantastic photography and review. Thank you.

[@pinahugo123]

Great video as always AB!

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Thanks Hugo! Glad you enjoyed

[@jezioo7666]

What kind of strap is on 8:16? The Black one.

[@howyduinyall7653]

What’s the brand name of your favourite black strap again?

[@ductrung3993]

can I have link to the brown and black leather straps please?

[@sarveshsharda287]

Finally we have what we were looking for an year... when will it be available in store?

[@markflower8885]

Where did you get the black watch strap from again please?

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Veblenist

[@user-uz7ji2jn7y]

I decided to purchase SRPE57K1 after watching your video, absolutely love my new dress watch!

[@tiburciolapanak]

What's the background sound you used?

[@ufukbayraktar5091]

Hi. Is there any difference in quality between these watches made in Korea?

[@MrLocknet]

Where can I buy this watch I can’t seem to find it

[@NunziBro]

Yes! Same.

[@hambone988ubet]

Maybe Long Island watch company?

[@111danish111]

That unceremonious discard of the box reminded me of casey neistat. Beautiful watch great size .

[@Davidzfu]

beautiful shots. Well done!

[@yapolloable]

the seiko black bay. perfect!

[@bengchiatseah3908]

Thanks for the video. Gilt dial has nothing to do with the black colour. It simply means a thin layer of gold covering something for decoration.

[@TheLastNeville]

Think i would prefer it to just have the Seiko wordmark without the logo.

[@tyelwell9]

Thanks for the content. Best looking watch channel on KZbin! BTW, I am currently waiting for the Nodus Sector Field Vapor to come back into stock...it just looks perfect to me. How do you like it?

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Thanks so much Tyler! I really like the Nodus, looks absolutely stunning & feels great on the wrist

[@medicus1965]

What is the difference between Sea Urchin bracelet and this one? Honestly, you like or dislke jubilee bracelet on SKX and that is all.

[@watching_nyc]

thanks for the informative review, AB. personally, i’ve never liked the new logo but everyone’s different. call me crazy, i’d rather have a black day wheel and a white date wheel to match the indices and complete the homogeneous look. that 40mm case with compact lug to lug measurement should sell a ton of watches. smart move on seiko. keep them coming, AB!

[@nivellen6]

What is the strap again? :) The black one?

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

What do you guys think!

[@cannondale97]

I think it's another homerun for Seiko.

[@ernestkrajnc6412]

Very nice, I just generaly don't like day complication!

[@rafihussain2185]

Hey great review! the brown leather nato strap, did you say its from Barton? is it 'Gingerbread brown leather nato' from Barton?

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

Seiko laughs @ the community while monetizing on the enthusiasts by releasing a bulky fake diver minus the bezel. If I buy this while drunk, I'd have to pair it with a penguin suit and flip flops to avoid looking ridiculous.

[@wans5885]

@@andrei-cosmin.popa85 agree, they just should market it as the new "5kx but without the rotating bezel".

[@halfpastblog]

Can't say I will be purchasing one but it looks like a great option. 👍

[@Jungleman707]

This design works really well, I agree it has a sort of Black Bay look with its matte dial and gilt print. To your experience, what is the expected accuracy of a watch like this? I am asking because I already bought an SKX and was disappointed, its too inaccurate to be really usable, like 30 seconds per day.

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

This one has been around 9 seconds per day but it may vary unfortunately

[@Jungleman707]

@@watchcollectingstrategy Thanks for your reply. 9 seconds is OK actually.

[@MrPrathampatil]

Looks good on your wrist, for my reference, whats your wrist size??

[@chimber]

does it have a screw down crown ? No mention of this in the review ?

[@ersingencer5949]

Is this a new model or released a long ago? i google it and find other watch models expect this one.

[@AvicSubfusca]

Its a brand new model.

[@robgordon446]

Excellent review on a very nice piece, gotta ask what is the background music?

[@amiram3161]

u have link for the blue strap sir?

[@PrashantNeelam]

I am going to buy this!

[@PiotrekSz]

Where can I buy this black strap?

[@yaaxarr8977]

Please share the links to check the straps and by the way great review !!! Ty!!

[@ocb05]

I had this one today, just arrived at my dealer's shop and i snapped it right away! You should check out the SRPE51 gray in bracelet! This series is the best thing even happened since it was introduced. Some may dislike the new logo, to me it is a new and refreshing change from the past. Bracelet is very well made and solid, albeit the inner folding clasp is pressed metal The finishing is very good and the dial design is simple and attractive! The choice of Hardlex, might be a good one. The problem with sapphire crystal is that it is too reflective even after few layers of AR coating. Hardlex + Ar coating = produces a totally transparent feel that allows the dial to display its full potential.

[@toonlad4091]

The very model I want, the grey sunburst is very charming👍

[@gobbledegook1]

The bracelet isn't solid at all. It's hollow end links and hollow links. Cheap and disappointing for the price

[@sahsikullanc8218]

What is DOM ? Which day is it?

[@ianbell4527]

I would like to see the blue faced model.still prefer my vintage 60s seikomatic or my king seiko though. I also have a seiko with the face changed to a fifty fathoms style.no date.looks amazing.

[@davidmanze7563]

where can you buy it,

[@harsha1461]

Does this watch have luminous features ?

[@noahfletcher3019]

This watch is gorgeous. I am really fighting myself not to buy this watch right now because I'm tryna be more strict on myself financially but damn this is hard.

[@TheLahiru123]

Hi There, Great review as usual on your channel !!! i was just thinking that every time i see this watch it feels like this watch had a bezel originally and lost it !!! coz of the way it was design. measurements are perfect for my wrist but that strange look on the bezel for me is still stopping me from buying one. what do u think ?

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

I think if you give it a chance you will get used to the bezeless design 👍

[@CallMeSetApartOnes]

Seiko did a good job listening to its audience(THANK YOU SEIKO!!!), ppl will always be demanding no matter what is improved on the SKX. We wanted a smaller watch they gave us a 40mm (finally!!!! after 1000 years of wait lol) which is something not so common to Seiko as they love their 42mm+. They also fixed the bezel alignment issue which was one of the major issues. Nobody complained about the red font, on the Day window from the original SKX but yet, ppl are now complaining about it from the newer models🤣. Ppl are demanding a sapphire crystal, if that was done the price would have probably increased around $400-$750 and I'm sure people would have complained that it's too expensive. Gosh! make up your mind ppl as you can't always have everything, just appreciate the watch for once. 😅

[@pr0f3s5or3]

Please, have an idea before defending Seiko blindly. A sapphire crystal costs $ 20-$25 while mass producing. Maybe the price would go up $20, which would still make the watch very affordable !!

[@hindenburg1596]

The Orient Kamasu has a sapphire crystal and fantastic specs, costs only around 200€ bro

[@lionheart8001]

Hi did not catch the company name of the indeed very nice black watch strap please help thanks!

[@stevefox8605]

Black Bay 36/41 is very similar indeed. Prefer it to the 5kx (which I prefer to the highly overrated skx - good in its day, but replaced mine with the much better Turtle) Like it, would be better without the date tho. Cheers 👍🏻

[@auttiebarnard7691]

Great video, awesome watch, respects from South Africa

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

"seiko 5 revamped 2020" - plastic glass, no screw down crown, folded links, hollow endlinks, garbage clasp. If one squints his eyes just enough so he won't notice the bulky case & crown and the raised chapter ring, then this would look like a Black Bay made of recycled thin cans. It's a decent watch for a first watch. That's all. Thank you for the review. The cinematic was great.

[@Psysso]

Agreed and even the paint job on the day date window is horrible.

[@davidcoleman2463]

Yes . A good first automatic.

[@obadthemc640]

where did you get the black strap mentioned at 8:25???

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Saffiano Veblenist

[@obadthemc640]

@@watchcollectingstrategy Thank you! It is so dope!!

[@cordellwynne]

Hmm. Trying to figure this out. I bought one of these for myself at christmas. Mine, however, does not say "made in japan" on the face or the movement. What gives? Is it made in China?

[@byronenciso5600]

What's the brand of the blue canvas strap?

[@watchcollectingstrategy]

Milus 👍