This Is The Best Entry Level Watch! - Are Cheap Watches Worth It? - The Seiko 5 SNKL23 Review

[@crBudgetWatches]

I see most of the comments here are from two years ago. I have two things to say. First, this gentleman can sell me on any watch with his quality of videos. Second, the SNKL23 is available again. I just bought a SNKL23J1 for 104 usd from Jomashop. I will keep this video as a documentation regarding my watch.

[@romeo7577]

im proud to say the snkl23 was my first purchase. love it.

[@rapramos5687]

Same! I just got it yesterday and I can't stop looking at it

[@takacsdavid5968]

Just purchased my first watch, a Seiko 5 SNKL23. It was actually hard to find

[@dominiccinimod5686]

where did you get it from?

[@YasinD95]

Same question as Dom

[@MegaVSable]

This is my very first watch as well, it really worth every penny.

[@ibrahimather3304]

Where did you buy it from​@@MegaVSable

[@Palladiumknightrider]

Love your videos. The only watch channel showing watch in different straps. Other watch channels are great. But this is what im looking for in a watch review. Kudos.

[@watchgecko]

Thats great to hear Ahmad, Did you have a favourite watch strap?

[@Palladiumknightrider]

WatchGecko all of em ❤️

[@Palladiumknightrider]

WatchGecko all of em

[@dennisbejasa6392]

An elegant timepiece considering its price. You get your money's worth coming from Seiko. The 7S26 movement may not be the most accurate but it does the job with its robustness and durability. Was fortunate to purchase one 2 months ago at $80. I replaced the bracelet with a Seiko Jubilee from the SKX series.

[@attitudez]

Just ordered this as my first watch. Very excited to be receiving it soon!

[@richardwang6423]

Io

[@alex91062]

Got lucky and found a brand new one on eBay for £70! Arrived this week and I couldn't be happier with it

[@watchgecko]

Thats great to hear, it seem this watch is becoming harder and harder to find. Don't forget to check out our site if you want to change the look of your new Seiko. www.watchgecko.com/

[@christianallen1024]

There's a lot in Asian market.

[@pk464]

Well done. Milanese is a go to for me, and immediately upgrades the affordable reference. I love my sarb33 , and can see the lineage.

[@agarwalnitish34]

This watch is legendary. Found it on Creation watches for a 100$! Goes well with a Milanese mesh or a brown/black leather strap.

[@haricharan6675]

My first Seiko was “Solar Coutura.” First automatic “Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic.” Later bought 3 more Seikos !!! Loved them.

[@edteach3r]

Excellent video. I agree wholeheartedly... no need to break the bank to get a gorgeous automatic on the wrist. As you said, it will garner much respect.

[@watchgecko]

Hi Eddie, thank you for the support. Which was your favourite strap pick?

[@edteach3r]

WatchGecko : Tough to choose as they all look so good. If I had to pick only one, I would go for the vintage leather strap... it really enhances the look of the little Seiko in a way I have not seen before. My second choice would be the mesh bracelet.

[@stiglnsborgsaxbjrn3392]

There is a reason why it is called ‘the poor man’s Datejust’. Mine has a dark blue dial, and is looks stunning! It is true though that the quality controll of Seiko is dismall and dull, but the 7s26 movement is easy to regulate, with a little patience you can do it yourself, to my opinion Seiko is now really stepping up the game with the new 5 series they want to go to another level and charge swiss brands

[@jacc88888]

Stig Lønsborg Saxbjørn Do you have a reference number for your blue dial version?

[@stiglnsborgsaxbjrn3392]

SNKL43J1, a SNKLK1 is on eBay right now. The colour is very dark blue, almost black, a nice dress watch, at the moment my all arounder 🙂

[@jacc88888]

Stig Lønsborg Saxbjørn Thanks! Will check it out

[@nickporter9264]

Stig Lønsborg Saxbjørn I have an SNKL43 too and I am thrilled with it.

[@benkenobi6582]

I really appreciate the amount of effort you put into this video. Great job. Subbed

[@watchgecko]

Thanks Ben, We aim to bring more videos to the same standard. Thank you for the support.

[@kelvintan2629]

Just got mine snkl23 last week.... I believe seiko had bring back this model for production. Super loving it, what a surprise is the accuracy only lost - 2sec or - 3sec perday. Maybe im just lucky

[@florianhess]

My first. Still sits proudly in the collection, currently on a dark mocha brown ostrich strap.

[@1malikalik]

Bro, am American and your British Accent is mesmerizing and makes for great narration. Everything you said about the SNKL23 is 100 on point. I am actually wearing mine as am typing. Best of luck. Cheers! P.S I just subscribed to your channel.

[@sidthesloth12]

Orient Sun&Moon3 for my first Automatic, great watch and looks stunning

[@watchgecko]

That is a great first automatic!

[@kyoukotoshino5600]

Same, it gets lots of compliments.

[@Alithia451]

I will start with an Invicta, a Seiko SUP880, a Casio for 20, and a G-Shock Neo Tokyo. After that a Zeppelin Graf Zeppelin and a Casio Edifice. If I am going crazy a Beluvar moon watch.

[@spektrograf]

Brilliant videos. Love your narratives and watch strap variations on the watches you’re covering. These are clearly working, as I’ve bought way too many straps from your fine shop. 😜 Keep up the great work! 😊🍻

[@watchgecko]

Thank you for the support! Do you have a favourite watch strap from this video?

[@tomasinacovell4293]

I know you don't like to be corrected, or told things because you're a bogan sort of twit, but "Mil" is a term that means "thousands of and inch", not "millimeter" which is... right.

[@silajeep1]

I have just bought this watch from long island watches, and it's a beauty, although i don't mind the bracelet, i think I'll buy that tan leather strap cos it really makes the watch stand out beautifully

[@MrBouch66]

Looks awesome on the Kington Vintage Leather! I have the SNKL45, almost exactly the same but without the stripes. And that mesh! You have a sale right there!

[@watchgecko]

Thats great to hear, The mesh has been very popular.

[@eronavbj]

I have a 6.5-inch wrist and find this watch size perfect for me, but I have to mention two factors that I’ve noticed over the 50-plus years I’ve been wearing watches. A wider band will distract from the watch size, so my 42 mm Orient divers wear smaller than my 40 mm divers because the Orient has a 21 mm band, whereas the standard band size for my other divers is 20 mm. Secondly, I personally feel a ‘tapered’ band contributes to a dainty, more feminine look. These are two things that I feel improve the look of the watch (for me).

[@ednammansfield8553]

Seiko 5's are great value watches if you are looking for a mechanical watch which are relatively cheap. I have two in my collection, one similar to this one but with the crown at 3 o clock and a sportier watch with the crown at 4 o clock. I purchased the latter watch from Ebay at around £65 but in a jewellers shop they are currently at £120+, it's worth shopping around to pick up a bargain. A good alternative to a Seiko 5 and at roughly the same price are the Orient 3 Star range so worth looking at those too. Like the Seiko 5 the movement in a Orient 3 Star is also in the Orient Mako diver watches and they are very accurate movements.

[@watchgecko]

Hi Ednam, thats some great advice for everyone. Thank you for the support.

[@jfb2]

Great video! Just purchased the SNKL23 after watching your review. Thanks!

[@the1.people]

Me to

[@xtiann442]

this has got to be the best wrist shot video of this watch. Love the zoomed out normal everyday poses with the watch on wrist. Subscribed!

[@underadesk]

I put mine on a beads of rice bracelet from you guys and it is one of my absolute favorites

[@krzysztofhadala9126]

Black stripe matches well with a black dial. With brown looks a bit strange. I think these two things should match. Presentation was fab but would be happy 😃 to know more about features and a price.

[@georgehiphopforever]

Seiko sarb is maybe one of the best watches ever created i own one and is just top of the top.

[@watchgecko]

The Seiko SARB033 is a stunning piece! If you haven't already check out of coverage of the SARB here ; kzbin.info/www/bejne/oamaqpeKn9tkrKs - SARB Review kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYe8kHmnptSijpY - SARB Strap Showcase

[@Lawrencent14]

Cheer 🍷for the Seiko 5 Snkl23 which also my first automatic watch....nice straps for it🍾⌚

[@watchgecko]

Such a great pick for your first automatic watch!

[@jlg395]

Also my first purchase, but wasn't thrilled with how long the lug-to-lug was. I now own the Seiko SNK381 and am very happy with it.

[@ryannewby447]

I've got a decent collection and yet I still want this. It so nice.

[@Crackity_Jones.]

Finally ordered one of these yesterday. There seems to be a new batch of these produced in the past few months. Love the mesh strap on it. Great review

[@johnmelendrez660]

do u think 38 mm is too small?

[@Crackity_Jones.]

@@johnmelendrez660 Not at all. I have 7 1/4 inch wrists and it looks great.

[@johnmelendrez660]

CrackityJones ahh i see. thanks

[@FalseTeeth-o4y]

So beautiful. I especially like the hands.

[@reggievanness]

This was a very good review of the seiko 5 i may look at getting one for my self i like it....

[@watchgecko]

Hi Reggie, Thank you for the support!

[@shizukamori6755]

I have the SNKL45, which is exactly the same watch except for a red second hand. I decided to wear it with its stock folded link SS bracelet, though. It's not fancy, but for me it's very convenient.

[@jacc88888]

Such a classic design. Love it. Is the milanese strap the satin or polished version in this video?

[@danielchriqui3460]

Also would like to know

[@watchgecko]

This is the Classic Style Milanese Mesh Strap in Polished, here is a direct link - www.watchgecko.com/milanese-mesh-watch-strap

[@watchgecko]

@@danielchriqui3460 This is the Classic Style Milanese Mesh Strap in Polished, here is a direct link - www.watchgecko.com/milanese-mesh-watch-strap

[@sanghunkim8945]

Good video. Just purchased about 100£ on your website.

[@watchgecko]

Hi Sanghun thats great to hear! Thank you for your support.

[@davidtanner242]

Great video, but where do you pick up a new one for £80?

[@PranjalBansal24]

Same question..

[@chrismachica5219]

Ha ha. Knowhere.... Basically nowhere.

[@Awkwardfruitfly]

I’ve got this and the sarb033 and I prefer this 🤷🏽‍♂️😑

[@watchgecko]

They are both great watches.

[@ronaldspencer547]

It will be hard to buy a subsequent watch that will be as good as the Seiko 5.

[@watchgecko]

Agreed! :D

[@h.ar.2937]

This is AMAZING! Gonna buy it for Christmas!!

[@Funkfreed]

This is what got me started. Unfortunately when I saw another one of the same size I realized it's too small for me.

[@watchgecko]

Thats such a shame, it's a stunning piece :D

[@Funkfreed]

@@watchgecko It is! Then comes the SNKL43 which is also too small for me. In fact, my wife is buying it.

[@bilala1915]

That sarb with the president bracelet 😍😍😍

[@Jaycelestra]

I’m having a hard time finding this watch! I’ve found the other variants except for this black :(

[@wilhelmyo6265]

I have one got it a year ago for around 3,500. I'm from Philippines by the way.

[@DoodleDoo]

There is no such thing as best when it comes to wearables. Whatever looks best to you might not look best to someone else.

[@Jaycelestra]

Wilhelm that’s a good price!

[@thodeus]

i am from Philippines also like Wilhelm and I bought mine Jan 3, 2021 at $83 with $3 shipping.

[@derekshearer9049]

It is sad what has happened to seiko. Nothing pings my sonar.

[@huckinator]

The mesh strap bracelet makes this watch POP!

[@ferozmahmud35]

Price in dollar,plz??

[@wenksification]

Pls review the seiko snkl45 and snkl41. Plus compare the 45 from the 23 since its difference are the tuxedo stripes only :) please sir

[@watchgecko]

Thank you for the support! we have many videos planned, make sure to subscribe with the notification bell turned on to be notified right away when we upload. :D

[@pstamaria]

Thx dude. U can't go wrong with a Seiko 5

[@davidcoleman2463]

I have a sarbo35 . JDM . I love it .

[@watchgecko]

That is a great pick.

[@jesterdejoseph4835]

Nice vid!. I would like to request if you could make a review on seiko 5 snkp11. Thanks!

[@MrBanegasgaleas]

Great video and stunning shots👌🏻

[@marcusliaw8941]

I purchased this watch a while ago as my first watch. I'm thinking of getting a SARB033 as my next watch, although I'm not sure if it will be worth it since the watches are so similar. Anyone have any thoughts?

[@Awkwardfruitfly]

Dude I’ve got both and prefer this. Get a different watch rather then the sarb imo. I’m planning to sell/ gift my 033 and get the new alpinist

[@repo4]

The sarb is light years ahead.

[@blackmax5503]

I agree

[@blackmax5503]

I don't think it's worth it

[@Awkwardfruitfly]

repo4 maybe I don’t have the eyes to see it

[@paulwarry6287]

I've not been able to find one of these watches for under £130 + shipping (08.10.2019). Gets a thumbs down from me as there are no links or pointers to where you can buy them from in the £80 - £100 range. A bit misleading if you ask me.

[@immortal4942]

Seiko should make new line of 5s without exhibition case backs and with hand winding

[@loukas2411]

Fantastic looks on those straps. Oh dear

[@runthesix228]

I actually prefer this watch to many of my more expensive watches. Wears great on my smaller wrists.

[@tophorable]

And how does it wear on your larger wrists? 😂

[@runthesix228]

@@tophorable Couldn't tell you. Left that pair in my coat's pocket then lost the coat.

[@piansopian4069]

I think the lug is a bit too long..so there is a big gap between the case and the strap if you use a flat end link..

[@An-Islander]

A friggin camel can prance through that space between the watch and the strap.

[@mtadc1545]

It kinda makes it look cool though

[@smeege707]

Totally agree! The watch looks far better on a decent bracelet with end links.

[@kirillvilinskiy4741]

Your video shows the Kington with the quick-release bars. However, you don't make this strap in quick-release...

[@kelvintan2629]

I got him an aftermarket seiko jubilee bracelets.. Its look amazing💪

[@Ultra_Odin]

The Kington Vintage Style Leather Strap used in the video, was the material color Red or Camel?

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video!

[@watchgecko]

Thank you!

[@IncApu2025]

Great channel from great products. New subscriber.

[@eyeontime6136]

Great classic watch, would love to see it on your black Ostrich leather strap.

[@watchgecko]

Very underrated!

[@omarb2293]

Where can you buy this? Im not that much into watches but i want a nice piece for not too much money. I really like the look of it but idk where to buy.

[@morgan97475]

Amazon.

[@natasaragih9970]

amazon, ebay. Though numbers of sellers who sells this watch is quite small, so keep that in mind. If you don't to get a bit of risk, look up to the asian e commerce such as singapore or malaysia

[@Gabe00723]

You left out the part where there is a huge gap between the case and strap.

[@josephk7530]

Just bought the SNKL23 for $98 USD plus tax on Amazon yesterday. I bought it because of its hype and that they're not making any more.

[@fivestones8450]

This will be my first watch on Jan 12 2023

[@JamesJones-zf5gn]

very nice! what sizes are the straps?

[@iconicstuffs8115]

Next buy: SNKL23 or SRPE51?

[@cmcc4567]

Subscribed! Same wrist size here.

[@Patrickglover11]

First automatic is orient bambino, this seiko is gorgeous but way too small for my liking even for a dress watch

[@archievthapa3593]

Superb review !!!

[@KVenturi]

Great review!

[@watchgecko]

Thank you very much!

[@idnumber002]

What's the custom bracelet on the SARB033? Looks great

[@superpeca]

I want to buy that leather strap but I can't figure out the color from the video - is it brown, camel or red leather? Thanks!

[@watchgecko]

Hi! thanks for checking out our videos. This is the Camel kington vintage, it can look darker depending on the light. here is the direct link. www.watchgecko.com/geckota-kington-vintage-style-dress-watch-strap

[@digweed88]

Which color option did you choose for the Geckota Kington Vintage dress strap featured in the video? I can't tell if its the brown or camel.

[@watchgecko]

Hi there, this is the Kington in Camel, The colour of the strap can vary especially after use, to produce a more unique colour. Here is a direct link - www.watchgecko.com/geckota-kington-vintage-style-dress-watch-strap

Absolutely great video and review style. Sub'd

[@Ecksterphono]

Seiko 5 is discontinued and so is the 7S26 movement. Nice watches though.

[@asotomayor]

Eckehardt krieger you mean Seiko SARB is discontinued?

[@ankitmadan]

Eckehardt krieger why so? Im having a hard time finding these watches. Is it quality? I have reliability doubts with the ones available.

[@Ecksterphono]

@@ankitmadan they've monkeyed around with the movements so much with these movements the 7S26 series movements went through so many phases. If they would have stayed with the original 7S26 it would have been good. The latest 7S26C has thinner bridges and lots of plastic components for the calendar works and such. Many problems with day date rollover at times. ( Mostly from people not setting the watch properly). So many variations in the movement. Some kept good time while others lagged. Such high production movements and possibily lack of quality control as the last models rolled out. Outside appearance looked good in some instances, but the newer Seiko 5s seemed to have had issues. The SNKL23. Was a limited production watch. However mechanics is the same than any modern Seiko 5.

[@paddyh9488]

I have mine on a hadley roma twist o flex style bracelet.👍

[@danielchriqui3460]

Were i can buy the watch?!

[@stiglnsborgsaxbjrn3392]

Hello Nick, glad to hear that, the Seiko 5 series watches apparently seem to be hit or miss 😁 Stig

[@kurdn7010]

Will a jewelry store size it for me?

[@hanle6186]

hi bro, where did you buy this mesh bracelet? thanks!

[@JoseRCI57]

Gran video. Saludos 👏 🇪🇸

[@watchgecko]

Thank you!

[@ARod3]

Is this a good everyday watch if I don’t wana drop the money for a sarb? Or just get the sarb.

[@mrs8551]

May I know the colour of the metal strap?. satin or polished?.

[@davidsonviray1403]

does the pinstripe in the dial is noticeable everytime? or on other people? or there is a specific lighting or shade to see it?

[@dogymal7260]

I had bad experience with snkl23 which stop working after i possessing it. Fortunately the seiko service centre was located in my city. After all it is elegant watch indeed

[@ninadjadhav8426]

How to purchase this watch?

[@pranavharnesha6659]

Where can i get this in Germany? , Amazon doesn't have this model...

[@rayleeaustralia]

The milanese steel strap looks the best👍

[@watchgecko]

Thats great to hear Raymond!

[@andrewquinn7822]

Can anyone tell me the specific colour of the leather watch strap watch gecko fitted to this watch?

[@bc454irocz89]

I thought this had 19mm strap?

[@newbiessss]

where to get this bomber jacket?

[@the_9ent]

Is the Kington strap in the video the Camel or Red option? Thanks

[@kyle_vr]

What is the best colour strap for a blue dial dive watch?

[@Armoer]

Kyle V. R light brown / cognac 😉

[@JOHN-uj4zg]

this or the SNKL45?

[@craig2100]

Brilliant... cheers

[@watchgecko]

Thanks for the on-going support Craig!