The Seiko 5 is back at 40mm. You gotta see these!

[@nhilal94]

Tudor: We made the Skx. Seiko: We made the Black Bay.

[@UGA.D]

+1. Brilliant!

[@islandwatch]

Genius. Pinned!

[@andrewkristanto3517]

Checkmate! 👍🏻

[@1nCub3]

To me SKX looks better than Tudor, these are also the perfect size and functionality. Could somebody recommend a similar watch with better materials and everything? I was looking at Damasko DA34, would buy Sinn 104 if it had a normal or a 12h bezel as opposed to countdown. Cheers!

[@JuanHernandez-dw4vq]

I've seen this joke before 🤔

[@Thesupermanning]

I truly hope there is a big poster at the Seiko Factory that says: “It’s seiko, you take what you get”. 😂

[@islandwatch]

LOL

[@TAdamRox]

"Eh, whaddaya gonna do?"

[@LudicInterface]

@@islandwatch Is it common for them to come with misaligned chapter ring or misaligned faces like that? Even my $125 Casio has perfect alignment.

[@IvoTrausch]

@@LudicInterface They have been for years. I have a '96 SKX007 that had a misaligned chapter ring; and I recently bought a SKX009 (actually from the last ever production run), with an aligned chapter ring, but with the hour hand way off in the rhubarb.

[@heysmitty1231]

The skx I bought from Marc lined up pretty good

[@appendix-q6k]

I have a Seiko 5 thats close to 25 years old. It’s been to hell and back twice over. It runs like a dream. Best watch I’ve ever owned in terms of value and reliability. Can’t ever go wrong with a Seiko5. Considering this new one now.

[@S_t_even]

Getting the first one you showed off for my 19th birthday on monday, should last me all throughout uni and my master's, I'm really excited for it

[@islandwatch]

Cool! Good luck and enjoy!

[@ClassicalProtestant]

When these first drop everyone is like no way...then eight months later you are strolling through Kohl’s and you see it on sale with an additional 20 dollar coupon and it comes home for $149.00 and all is well!

[@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102]

The Redeemed Office 1689 150 is still to much. The only thing they’re good for is modding, spend 200 in parts and design something no one else has.

[@Ironworthstriking]

@@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102 So then what do you suggest for a newbie? I like the classic diver look and like Seiko.

[@refusist]

just got a new job and bought this watch!! Current daily driver is a vintage Seiko quartz which is nice but OMG this is my first proper automatic! So exited!

[@riorosario1]

Just got mine. Thanks Marc. It looks outstanding, perfect size for a 7.5 wrist and a classy/clean looks. Great design. Needs a bracelet that compliments it better.

[@benoitbrule1893]

I 'm the proud owner of a Seiko SRPE 67 ,w/ matte black Dial,.bought it from a guy from Ottawa,in North Glengarry. All i have To say,it's a keeper !! A real tank,a every day watch ! Very accurate watch w/ 21 sec loss/ day. Which is very good ! Changed the original black nato, for a leather strap,and it looks very nice !! Very happy w/ this dress skx!! Lifetime keeper ! Need i say more ? May i go now officer ?!!.

[@philagee]

Absolutely love these. Nice and clean, no ugly Prospex or Presage logo. I've always been a fan of that "Automatic" italicized font. 40x11.5 are great middle-ground dimensions, especially the thickness. I will definitely be picking one up and recommending these to anyone looking to get into "real" watches.

[@islandwatch]

Thanks for that!

[@ClassicalProtestant]

Love Seiko...I do. If I catch a sale I’d grab one of these BUT the micro-brand scene is soooo epic right now. The $150-600 price range is being owned by micro brands in 2020.

[@whosmatta]

I love my SRPE55. I know it’s only a $250 dollar watch and you can get it on sale for cheaper but it’s my first “real” watch with an automatic movement and I’m happy with it so far. When I can afford another one it’s going to be a Tissot or a Hamilton.

[@steved1593]

The advantage it has over so many others is its features which are distinctly Seiko. The case shape and dial design have identity that is recognizable from any angle. I'm glad Seiko have held on to the style.

[@biketron]

Those are good looking pieces! Marc my goodman, this what I was saying when I said we need an Islander with an Aqua Terra style case.

[@islandwatch]

;)

[@edteach3r]

@biketron : amen to that! Add a sapphire crystal and screw-in crown and the Islander Explorer will fly off the shelves.

[@metcalisbehindme213]

Call it the Island Explorer and you got it!

[@briansmith3011]

Metcal Rolex sent a cease and desist over using the “J” and “O” words in videos, I would hate to see the legal response to someone using the Explorer name.

[@saintdave1877]

As one of the few people on KZbin who didn't hate on the 5kx ( I suspect because you understand what people want and what people buy , as an actual shop owner ) , I hope you do really well out of these 👍 the black dial and bracelet looks really nice , if I ever get a job again I might treat myself to one 🤣

[@islandwatch]

Thanks David!

[@jeremyrockler246]

Just received this today SRPE67 and it's perfect!!

[@jonoedwards4195]

Oh yes please, but can I have one with a pressed Jubi? Haha, We always want more Mark, awesome creation. Great review, 4 O'clock, I love the Explorer style bezel, slip straight under sleeves and gloves. Thanks LIW, never thought I would call a Five a total package, even the two tones look good, Seiko bringing it!

[@islandwatch]

Thanks!

[@anirudhmoudgal]

Thanks! Would have loved to see a side by side comparison between the 42mm 5KX, these new 40mm-ers and the 38mm SKX013. I found both the 42mm and 38mm SKXs very to be top-heavy and I wonder how the new 40mm-ers feel on the wrist.

[@islandwatch]

Glad it helped!

[@CallSignJammer]

I just picked up the 53 (blue) and the 57 (bk/gold) and they are both stunners. I wish I was cool enough to wear them both at the same time.

[@ciao_abhi]

As soon as this came back in stock in your store, I bought it immediately! happy to purchase from you!

[@brianeharmonjr]

Oooooh, REALLY like that grey dial with the nylon and matte bezel!

[@islandwatch]

Thank you.

[@TruckeeDoggo]

Excellent video. When I first saw this watch, I thought it was just a Seiko 5KX without the rotating bezel (because it kind of looks like that from first glance). Didn't realize it was a new case design until this video.

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

I bought the silver dial on the nylon strap recently. For a while I wore it on a silver/black Bond NATO but now have it on a black leather rally strap and it looks the business!

[@hcwm2]

The grey one with brushed bezel on a nice leather strap..., now that would be something pretty to behold. Let's see how much they will come down in price over time. For the time being I am waiting for the ISL-18 to come back.

[@islandwatch]

Thank you.

[@78prasanna]

Very nice review. Beautiful models . Seiko has solved the problem of the bezels not being in sync with the 12 hr mark in some watches by removing the rotating bezels!!!. But this looks gorgeous. Definitely going to buy one.

[@paulwilberforce9659]

At this point I'm sure Seiko has a designated toddler they use to install the chapter rings..

[@islandwatch]

LOL

[@a_single_white_female]

It is such a non-issue.

[@goodnameyt6675]

I sensed sarcasm when he said the alignment wasnt that bad, LOL

[@NotoriousK_I_T]

@@a_single_white_female basic QC is a non issue?

[@paulwilberforce9659]

@@a_single_white_female if you're blind maybe

[@GarySleep]

SRPE 53 just arrived. Man what a piece. Not disappointed is an understatement! The sculptured case is breathtaking - they way it plays in the light. The dial goes from inky black to vibrant blue depending on the light. Perfect proportions for my 7" wrist. Bracelet is your usual Seiko 5 stuff. Functional, but that's it. At £289 (after customs charges 😒) its STILL a steal. Get tooling up on that solid screwed links/milled clasp bracelet Mark. You've got my custom for it already! :)

[@tbashir92]

"The world's a globe, how can there be an eastern part?" Bruhhhh, you're making me question everything I ever learned.

[@jaysterling26]

As both GMT invented & Longitude problem solved in England I feel that any map of the world that doesn't have the British Isles in the centre is fundamentally wrong.

[@islandwatch]

:)

[@izayus11]

Mark was a nerd before nerding out was considered cool. I like it.

[@MrMadvillan]

a true engineer

[@PETERJOHN101]

bruh, it's called relative to your *_position_* on that globe, nothing to do with the shape of the planet.

[@watchreviews4k]

Interesting piece. Keep up the good work. Regards.

[@tetocaloscojones8229]

When the islander version of this watch will come out ?? 😀

[@islandwatch]

Hmmmm

[@tilio9380]

@@islandwatch Try to do a rendering of the 38mm case without bezel maybe?

[@DubSalvation]

Yesterday

[@nerychristian]

I want an Islander version of the SARX055.

[@bruceleroy8063]

Every so often the giants have to remind us what kind of value they can produce. Definitely getting this with the islander bracelet.

[@JP-qb8qx]

The blue on nylon looks great. A no date version would be the bees knees.

[@discingaround]

I think the lack of bezel brings it closer to the 'desk diver' and further from a dedicated diver in my opinion. However, I think it looks great and almost a larger version of their 36-38mm dress watches.

[@wristray8775]

Didn't expect Seiko do this. 5s are the best of the experiments that Seiko does. I really like my seiko5 turtle 2019, made in Japan. A turtle that stays under your cuffs!

[@islandwatch]

Thanks!

[@MilanNikolic96]

I really like the design, quite memorable. Might get the blue one one day

[@islandwatch]

Go for it!

[@peteperry]

The Blue is fabulous if you have not purchased one. I have it and it pops... wonderful watch!

[@o.wikstrom9008]

Thanks. They look pretty decent, to say the least, all of them. But the blue dial one on a bracelet is really a stunner.

[@KabobHope]

These solid boys look pretty sharp. They put a lot of thought into what their customers want.

[@RedwoodAggie]

Maybe it is due to growing up in the '80s, but I just can't get behind two-tone watches. That being said, the blue, black, and gray are excellent. Nice release by Seiko. It's like a Seiko version of the Black Bay 36 & 41 models, which certainly is not a bad thing. I am sure they will sell well.

[@islandwatch]

Thank you.

[@weezkidtube]

Thanks for the review. Just caught up with this one. Gone are the days $200-$250 watches are considered expensive, note this is a JDM model. Got myself the anthracite color, looking forward to a daily wear. I hope mine will show that "Made In Japan" mark on the dial.

[@Bryce_C.]

Just received the srpe51 from you a few days ago & I’m very happy with my purchase. The chapter ring is aligned straight as well!!!

[@metamorphomisk]

Wish these were 38mm. Do they wear like true 40s or smaller?

[@user-xg6zz8qs3q]

It looks chunky.

[@andreramos1780]

I really cant understand... I cannot find a good looking watch at this prices with 38mm or 37mm, every brand just follows the "big watch to show off" tendency, its ridiculous

[@Billeh556]

D F I’d say smaller for sure- only 44mm lug to lug.

[@Billeh556]

André Ramos please shut up. 40mm isn’t big.

[@andreramos1780]

@@Billeh556 why so salty??? 40mm is a big watch compared to the size they used to be, a seiko 5 in the 90's would be 37mm, I have one from my grandfather.

[@briansmith3011]

Please strapcode, J bracelet! Wanting an emerald green, like the SRPD 61 or 63, but that grey dial speaks to me. Or even better, this case gets popular and I can just buy the case for a custom build. That said, larger crystal, but standard dial and chapter ring?

[@islandwatch]

Thank you, Brian.

[@Markus__B]

Looks like Standard Dial and wider Chapter Ring.

[@LS1007]

The blue ones are my favorites. Thanks for sharing them Marc! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@islandwatch]

Glad you like them!

[@uniqu3xperience965]

I sold every seiko I had only one I have is the padi samurai and still have some alignment issues (but is so nice!) That first watch you showed has some crazy misaligned chaptering. When I was 5 I got a citizen promaster that still works no misalignment they still sale the same edition and still no misalignment. Seiko needs to step up their games. I don't want a watch that I need to pray to dont get a bad one when arrives to the mail. You rock Marc.

[@islandwatch]

Thanks for watching still!

[@artkingofwholefoods74]

I love mine. Using it with a thick, leather strap, with white stitching.. it originally came with the grey NATO strap. NATO was cool…

[@markd7762]

Am I the only one that likes the brushed bezel better? 🔥 Now which color to get.

[@spydergkh6337]

Love the brushed bezel!!

[@LamiaAnanna]

I placed order of the first watch SRPE51 specifically after you said you sell the made in japan models 🤩 my first made in jp watch this will be 😍

[@KrazyShark]

I wasn't particularly excited for this model compared to the SRPD Diver Style ones but after seeing one in a store, Oh My Lord, do they look insanely good. Really really beautiful watches, very versatile. If you can check one out in the flesh trust me the pics and vids don't do these fellas honor.

[@wepps8591]

They look great. Seiko def took some clues from the mod community. Glad you’re getting restocked with nice Seikos after the SKXs were discontinued.

[@gabri3l875]

I’m between the blue dial and black dial one for my first watch. I don’t wear social clothes, more like pants and logo less t shirts. What do you think I should get? The blue looks fine but I’m worried about repeating it everyday

[@thehappywristchannel]

Have to admit I almost added one to my cart this weekend. Would be nice to see that blue dial version with gilt hands and hour markers

[@vwlukas]

“It’s Seiko, you take what you get”. Well, actually I no longer do. It’s a good looking watch but I’m not buying Seiko anymore. Not until they improve the quality. It’s a watch, it’s all bout the details. And the attention to details is not there. Which is a shame as they can design really nice watches, and screw everything up in production process. Great review Marc.

[@TheDevilmayfart]

Exactly. Seiko doesn't seem to be able to keep up with the likes of Orient and a lot of microbands these days in quality or price. Even some Chinese brands are looking to offer better deals imo.

[@islandwatch]

Thanks for watching.

[@jamesg4670]

People willl buy anything

[@a_single_white_female]

Just because the chapter ring is 1mm off? LOL.

[@Ferien7]

Seiko watches are junk these days

[@Billeh556]

Love these for the Price. Wish it came in a no date version as an option.

[@brandonalvarez6918]

I said I wasn't going to buy a watch until July for my birthday but Mark made that impossible. Seiko Black Bay here I come!

[@islandwatch]

:)

[@metcalisbehindme213]

Yes, Marc is my favorite drug dealer! Hahahaha

[@watchesandcaps2566]

There's also an all blacked out one on the black nato to add to the olive green you're missing. And the nato versions come with a brushed bezel and case. These must be American only versions or something because they're even on the seiko website.

[@islandwatch]

Correct, as I stated these are Seiko USA releases.

[@armandr1613]

Just ordered the aftermarket bracelet for it on your site. Thanks Marc.

[@aussie8114]

The old version must have been available in two sizes because I saw them in the shop and one was noticeably smaller than the other. In fact the smaller one looked very small.

[@Soggz7785]

I bought the anthracite grey on, last week. Great watches! Just what I was after!

[@biscuitsalive]

Ive seen a black out model of these in early pics, but its not showing on the seiko site. (like the SRPD79K1, but without the rotating bezel) has anyone seen that one for sale yet? I cant find it.

[@JonasNeumann6]

So since there is a pretty large chapter ring, the dial might be small under it. Do you think the snxs79 dial will fit? Please do a disassembly video😅

[@gustaff.weldon]

Didn’t watch fully yet but I already love the nerd clock on the wall behind you :)

[@kcgfy81]

It's so simple it's beautiful!

[@andrewfitzgibbons3492]

I pulled the trigger on the blue dial with bracelet I live in Ireland it cost me €40 roughly to ship but I hope I have done the right thing my first automatic can't wait, great vid!

[@iandickerman365]

If only I knew about your islander line of watches before bought my Ray II. Next time for sure! Great video Marc!

[@islandwatch]

Next time!

[@csmats5374]

Very interesting. One thing about Seiko is they always keep moving. Not everyone likes every move they make, but no one can say they're boring.

[@islandwatch]

That is true.

[@sofijeffrey9797]

I’m confused about the difference between the bezel of the nylon strap version vs the bracelet version. You said that the bezel isn’t polished, but it looks rather polished on the nylon.

[@NoizeTank]

It’s definitely brushed. At 9:29, compare that brushed bezel to the edge of the same bezel where it’s a mirror-finish polish. That’s how you can tell

[@haybob2527]

Nice looking Seiko, I started my watch collecting with vintage Seiko 5's, still have 2 of them in my collection..

[@islandwatch]

Very nice!

[@cmitt8883]

I’m not a gilt watch wearer generally, but the rose gold colored one is fantastic fancy pants! These are all nice and the size is superb for us wrist challenged folk.

[@S_G_86]

am i seeing that inner bezel is not done properly ? i checked several times in the video and especially when you check 3-6-9-12 markers with that inner bezels , they are not properly aligned. really strange.

[@ferminruiz2909]

I want one but I can't decide on the color :( I'm between the matte black and the one with the blue dial. I don't know which one looks more beautiful in person.

[@tomjury9977]

So if I buy one from Long Island Watch it will be a 'Made in Japan' model ?

[@davidbaird1898]

Great review! Typically, the one I like is the most expensive one! 😎

[@islandwatch]

LOL. Rose gold?

[@davidbaird1898]

Long Island Watch ... 'fraid so...the two tone gold is lovely.

[@PakoBar2717]

Lovely watch. I like the simplicity (First watch) and the size of course, the water resistance and the movement. But I don't like the fact that the watch is sold out.

[@islandwatch]

It's in stock. Just click through.

[@alfinputra5772]

@@islandwatch not for the SRPE57 tho :(

[@bobarmstrong6108]

If Seiko is listening then why no signed crown, why no sapphire crystal?! At these prices they need to listen a little more closely.

[@rmartin6914]

That would cut into their profits. They don't love is that much :(

[@eminye1]

Yea, these are too expensive Seiko is dumping their affordable quality.

[@M82RKY]

Still people complaining........ You wouldn't buy it anyway🤣

[@jessemartinez6120]

🤔 it’s just north of $200 US dollars...at that price I’m ok with a mineral Crystal and unsigned crown, although if Marc puts those mod pieces out I will be buying them😉

[@lionel170]

You can always upgrade it to sapphire. Long Island Watch sells the sapphire crystals for these.

[@RichsRantMMAofficialchannel]

Wont the SKX013 strap code bracelet fit? 20mm right?

[@mad0uche]

My dude I could listen to you talk all day

[@adosar7261]

Would Seiko 5 line come up with new models like snkl, snxs or they have moved the line to the 5S?

[@TonyMarron]

Hi Marc - what camera do you use for your videos - I love the fast zoom in zoom out (and always in focus) you do. I hope you and your family are keeping well and happy and business is good during this crisis.

[@islandwatch]

Thank you. It's a Sony.

[@ferminruiz2909]

What color of sphere do you think is more beautiful in the Seiko SRPE?

[@scottsj4625]

I see they have the same if not a similar bracelet. I noticed only two notches for micro-adjustments which is not enough, it is either too big or too small like on my older Seiko 5 same problem, but they can be swapped and they are selling these with other kinds of straps which is nice.

[@islandwatch]

Thanks for watching.

[@othus123]

Which one is most versatile for casual outfits? Blue dial? Black dial?

[@islandwatch]

Black

[@Janet_Airlines802]

This is my next purchase for sure, I love the Black Bay Heritage from Tudor but cant afford it. This will do nice.

[@FuentesMedia]

Hello, does the Islander brushed steel bracelet on your website fit on the Seiko 5 SNKE53J1 ? Thank you

[@M82RKY]

Definitely a competitor/ alternative of an Alpinist or SARB, really cool looking and great price. For those looking for a field watch but something unique and keeping close to the standard Explorer vibe but doing its own thing...... I'm sold on the grey with ss bracelet👌

[@islandwatch]

Right on

[@JeeGee114]

A grey sunburst Sarb. Now that I would buy.

[@heckyeah8292]

Just got the grey one as well and no regrets

[@rtsdrums]

The real question is, What MOD parts can we use? Can we change the dial and chapter ring to normal SKX MOD parts? I know its not all compatible.

[@paladin6476]

Hey Mark Anything in the same style (Rolex Explorer I'd say?), in 40MM to 42MM, but with color? I returned a watch I got last week & am looking for something with summer color - got plenty of black, blue and white dials.

[@loganholmberg2295]

Is there a way to get extra links for these watches? I just picked up one the SRPE57K1F after handeling one at my local Hudsons bay store. It was on sale for $245 cdn and I had to have it. I'm wearing it on a strapsco brown swade band and its really nice but I'd like to try it out on the OG bracelet but I can't find links anywhere for sale.😑 Mark if you read this. If I order a better replacenment bracelet from you can you get extra links? I got a 9" wrist.

[@jayhill6833]

FYI Steinhart 20mm bracelet works with factory hollow endlink, it looks sharp alot sharper

[@NewFace.P]

that alignment problem bothers me a lot, seems they don’t really care about the quality control anymore.

[@stephenwest9085]

Im looking for a 48mm face divers watch not too expensive 200m + nicely set out with bright illumination can you sugest one...

[@robertkowzan3145]

Hey Mark. Will the bracelet for SKX013 fit this watch? I think the size is 20mm but what about the endlinks?

[@C.A.1247]

I really like the blue dial and would like to put it on a dark brown leather strap. Only question: Brushed bezel, or polished bezel? What do you guys think?

[@achiltsompanos447]

Bottoms up design for sure. Also the eastern part is labelled because we have selected a reference frame Marc!

[@gbsprasanna]

Thanks Marc for the review. Glad you are carrying this. Will save up and pull the trigger.

[@islandwatch]

Right on

[@watchmebuildit]

This is a great release! I quite enjoy the RG two-tone! Blue-on-blue NATO is a win in my book. I LOVED being able to get into the SEIKO auto game for around US$100 - but it seems that era is closing hey?

[@islandwatch]

I don't think Seiko will go much lower with pricing.

[@idzzuddinishak7389]

@@islandwatch i wouldnt complain abt the price bcs i think the brand deserves it. Big watch brand charging big prices, sounds normal to me.

[@siddhesh]

Fantastic new watches!! Love the smaller case size and the classic colors 👌 I guess we need to snap out of expecting lower prices on new Seiko 5's just because the old ones (with 7S movements) are very economical... These have not flooded the market to have the prices drop.. On the wrist, am I right in thinking that, this one seems *almost* identical in size due to the larger crystal? These are definitely going to be popular enough to push StrapCode or UncleSeiko to start making compatible "Jubilee-style" solid link bracelets

[@islandwatch]

Yes. It will wear quite well, and is very easy to read.

[@kirandeeepSingh]

Wow, with bigger dial, I got Seiko 5 1986 model, thats working fine even today.

[@jake17522]

I am stuck between a gray and blue seiko 5 SRPE. Which one do you think looks better? I am looking to get one won’t the brushed face.

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

Really like these Marc. Both grey ones really pop to me. STILL holding out for other ISL's coming out...

[@islandwatch]

Don't worry, we will deliver!

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

@@islandwatch yep that's what I'm counting on!

[@pedromonteiro2644]

Can´t decide between this one or the 5KX. Too bad I can´t find the black dial model

[@racamon]

I know I had a bit of negative comment about new Seiko 5, on the Instagram, and I thought they are just bezelless 5ks recycled watch. But, thanks to you Mark, I saw the dial comparison between the two. They are a bit diferent after all. Also, they look more filed watch like with nato strap, which is much nicer look that the bracelet models, imo. I think I am starting to like this new model...

[@islandwatch]

Thanks for sharing.