Two of the BEST Field Watches Under $1,000 - What Seiko Alpinist is Better? SPB121 vs SPB155

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In Seiko's modern catalog, the Alpinist collection of field watches has expanded to include a number of interesting references with heritage stemming from the original 1959 Alpinist. In this video, I'll compare two of the most popular Alpinist models among enthusiasts, the SPB121 and the smaller "Baby" Alpinist SPB155.
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@donblack3582
@donblack3582 7 ай бұрын
I walked into the store intending to buy the 121 and walked out with the SPB155. I’m liking it a lot.
@peterfconley
@peterfconley 2 ай бұрын
What changed your mind?
@louislaw85
@louislaw85 Жыл бұрын
I bought the spb155 a month ago. It's been on my wrist every day. It's truly a gorgeous piece and it gets more beautiful every day I look at it❤
@Pacoburrito
@Pacoburrito 3 жыл бұрын
Just think if they made a Grand Seiko Alpinist with a movement like spring drive. Would sell like hot cakes!
@outtagoodnamesdangit
@outtagoodnamesdangit 3 жыл бұрын
There's an idea! Something that is genuinely an answer to the Explorer would be huge.
@Davve666
@Davve666 3 жыл бұрын
You are right! That would be a great idea. That would probably be the ultimate field watch, in my opinion! 😀👍
@hrs.ai2018
@hrs.ai2018 3 жыл бұрын
Sound tempting
@wj9518
@wj9518 2 жыл бұрын
But i will never have the money to that version
@momonkbeavis
@momonkbeavis 2 жыл бұрын
The beauty of the Alpinist mixed with the spring drive movement would be exquisite
@MathTech83
@MathTech83 3 жыл бұрын
I have learned a lot about watches on your channel over the past couple of months. Thanks Teddy.
@camiloespinazo
@camiloespinazo 3 жыл бұрын
teddy, you are by FAR the best watch related youtube channel
@silvaanosvs8783
@silvaanosvs8783 2 жыл бұрын
I gave the green one with brown leather strap to my son today, for his 20th birthday. He was mighty pleased, as he liked this a lot when he first saw it half a year ago.
@alexungku
@alexungku 28 күн бұрын
Jsut got my SPB121 yesterday and my goodness it’s such a beautiful piece. I can stare at it all day. It’s great that Seiko is giving options for different taste, but the 121 has that classic look for me
@JuanOrtiz-tt8lv
@JuanOrtiz-tt8lv Жыл бұрын
SPB121 all the way! The applied markers are very legible and they pop being shiny gold colored. The green dial has the best sunburst I’ve seen in a watch, catching the sun beautifully! I got an aftermarket custom made “beads of rice” bracelet for it and it looks stunning as a dress watch.
@Occupant
@Occupant 3 жыл бұрын
I picked up the SPB155 recently as my new everyday watch and I'm really happy with it. Perfect size, extremely comfortable, really attractive when you look close but not flashy.
@cMaslow
@cMaslow 3 жыл бұрын
Touché, I love this watch too. Wearing it right now :)
@WatchUnwind
@WatchUnwind 3 жыл бұрын
The older sarb017 is super comfortable too. I usually like larger watches 41-42 but this always feels great on wrist. One of my favorite watches to wear of course because I got married in mine. How do you feel about the Cyclopes ?
@Handler9
@Handler9 3 жыл бұрын
Can we just take a moment and appreciate the production of this video =)
@TOMISMCC1
@TOMISMCC1 9 ай бұрын
My wife bought me the SPB121 to-day for my 70th birthday. I have changed the brown deployment strap to a Hirsch Osaris Green calf leather strap with a gold buckle. It's now a stunning dress / everyday watch. Who's a happy teddy bear !
@steve7384
@steve7384 6 ай бұрын
With a Hirsh strap and a Seiko.. best combo ever. Enjoy sir
@kialdo07
@kialdo07 4 ай бұрын
Can you please share the link for the strap you purchased if possible?
@jimferry4751
@jimferry4751 3 ай бұрын
@@kialdo07 Just search Hirsch straps. I use a small business called Strapped for Time and they carry the Hirsch straps. The quality over the OEM is fantastic.
@ivanbakhvalov4731
@ivanbakhvalov4731 Жыл бұрын
Here in Thailand we have limited edition "Save the Forest" Alpinist honouring Seub Nakasathien and it has a stunning dial you have to check it up.
@JosephsCoat
@JosephsCoat 3 жыл бұрын
Bought the Baby Alpinist with the blue dial when it first came out and I have it on a Strapcode bracelet. It’s easily the best watch that I’ve ever owned. The honeymoon phase never ended!
@RedwoodAggie
@RedwoodAggie 3 жыл бұрын
I have my SPB089 blue Alpinist on a Strapcode bracelet, and absolutely love it as well. It's a great every day watch.
@oscarosullivan4513
@oscarosullivan4513 3 жыл бұрын
Would love to own one
@georgewaked7630
@georgewaked7630 3 жыл бұрын
Which bracelet from strapcode?
@Harleyglide03
@Harleyglide03 2 жыл бұрын
Which strap code bracelet fits that? Straight end or fitted? Strap code makes great stuff. Too bad Seiko won’t make a bracelet with screws Instead of pins. Thanks.
@JosephsCoat
@JosephsCoat 2 жыл бұрын
@@Harleyglide03 the regular SARB Alpinist bracelet
@borneotraveller1252
@borneotraveller1252 Жыл бұрын
Ordered the SPB155 - received it about 1 year ago.....forgot about it and just unboxed it. Great watch, totally agree with the positive comments about it. I think its a great explorer killer. Prices for the explorer have gone mad, bringing with it the whole security thing about wearing such a watch on your hand when you go out - SPB155 - hits the spot. I love the look of it, the 70 hour power reserve, clear and simple dial. Job done, well executed Seiko!
@mcleodclan
@mcleodclan Жыл бұрын
Just purchased the Alpine with green face and brown leather strap timepiece, arriving tomorrow! excited 😊
@darinhenley317
@darinhenley317 2 жыл бұрын
I just ordered the 121 had been thinking about a used one but now with the new one available it just makes sense. As an every day wear. Love the 200 meter as I swim often and love the rotating bezel. I will use it more as a dive bezel. I use rotating bezels all the time to time things like pizza in the oven or a short break from working. Often use to time my drinks during a night out get a drink set the bezel for 45 min get a new drink when it gets there. Keeps me at the right level all night. The timing feature is why I usually where dive watches but hate how they are often huge.
@anthonysmith2982
@anthonysmith2982 3 жыл бұрын
I've had the Champagne Alpinist (SPB123J) for ~18mth's. I wear it on a jubliee bracelet and it is, by far, my favourite everyday watch. The jubliee dresses it up a bit, making it more comparable to a DJ in style than the Explorer it is often compared to. The 39-ish mm case is ideal - even on my 8“ wrist. It's comfortable and robust. It'll take anything that can be expected of a modern tool watch and it's inexpensive enough to wear without fearing damage or theft. Plus it's dressy enough for all but the most formal of occasions. I bought my Certina DS PH200M at around the same time and both pieces gave me pause to think about the law of diminishing returns. Brand names aren't 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 important to me, so I don't feel the need to wear Tudor or Omega etc., and now Rolex is beyond my means. So, I'm grateful to both the above mentioned timepieces for reinforcing the belief that I really don't 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 to spend < $1K to have a quality watch on my wrist. And one with solid history, from a significant heritage brand with an in-house mov't. As an enthusiast I really can't expect more.
@Novica89
@Novica89 2 ай бұрын
Where do you find a jubilee that fits the alpinist perfectly? as it comes with a strap, not a bracelet
@theguardian3431
@theguardian3431 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! The 155 is definitely a stunner. Versatile and a future classic for sure.
@charlesfox526
@charlesfox526 3 жыл бұрын
I own the 121 and paired it with a strap from Teddy's site. The dial puts it over the top for me, besting the 155 due to the extra bit of shine, the depth of the green, and the texture of the applied hour markers. It looks especially great in the sunlight, which seems appropriate for a field watch. I don't care about the compass except as a callback to the classic Alpinist. I have moved from hostile to indifferent towards the cyclops. It's a beautiful watch with a strong movement for the money.
@rollinontwentytwos
@rollinontwentytwos 2 жыл бұрын
What strap did you get?
@charlesfox526
@charlesfox526 2 жыл бұрын
@@rollinontwentytwos I can't find it on the site now, but it was a tan colored nylon-leather strap.
@williamkoehler9452
@williamkoehler9452 2 жыл бұрын
Did you not like the strap it comes with?
@charlesfox526
@charlesfox526 2 жыл бұрын
@@williamkoehler9452 As much as I love the watch itself, the strap did feel a little bit lower quality, especially in the clasp. I actually bought a couple of third-party straps, and I am very happy with them. Again, the watch itself is really great.
@williamkoehler9452
@williamkoehler9452 2 жыл бұрын
@@charlesfox526 100%. Looking at a NATO and another leather as well. I too love the watch itself.
@Leby69
@Leby69 3 жыл бұрын
Bought my baby alpinist spb155 almost a year ago, so far I’ve found the movement gets magnetised pretty easy, but runs at about +5 secs per day when demagnetised, case bracelet a super solid and take a solid beating, but I can wear it anywhere for anything
@skateaspired
@skateaspired 2 жыл бұрын
Love Seiko putting more emphasis on the 38mm sizing.
@elijahdelacruz3204
@elijahdelacruz3204 Жыл бұрын
I went for the SPB121 as I wanted a watch that’s something of a cult classic at this point to start off my watch collection, and I have no regrets. I instantly fell in love with it when I saw it in person, and it’s definitely my most worn watch in my small collection. I also still do love how the baby Alpinist looks so I’ll definitely be looking to add it to my collection in the future in a different color dial.
@cgo225
@cgo225 3 жыл бұрын
I wanted a day-to-day that was rugged with some history and bought the 121 only this week. I hated the original strap and immediately changed it for cordura (the online criticisms of the seiko strap are well justified). The watch now wears perfectly, incredibly comfy, and looks great too. The baby alpinist is a fine watch, but it's too vanilla for my taste, and not the "field" watch I was looking for. I think the 121 could become a decent collectible in future, but for now, I'm just enjoying it on my wrist every day, and the frequent compliments. Great vid, really helpful, thank you!
@TJTX96
@TJTX96 Жыл бұрын
where did you purchase your strap
@harryasamuels
@harryasamuels 3 жыл бұрын
I've got the SPB123, with the cream/champagne dial and gold indices. I kept the original green leather strap on for a while but have now swapped it out for a green NATO and I love it. My first proper watch and one I'll keep for a long time I think
@hayze.k
@hayze.k 3 жыл бұрын
Here's Teddy, with a production quality increasing at a ferocious rate. Another fantastic video mate 👌👌
@cosmofuchs6535
@cosmofuchs6535 3 жыл бұрын
I had the spb155, but sold it after a few month, like all other watches of my Collection. Because of the 1 watch, the spb209 with the brown dial, it takes the place of all and i love it. I have different straps, elegant and casual, so i wear my seiko every day. It is highly legebile in low and day light. Thanks for the great content
@Rosakru
@Rosakru 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent comparison and review Teddy. I prefer the SPB155. Thank you.
@spenceredgren7632
@spenceredgren7632 Ай бұрын
Just ordered the SPB121, looking forward to it! I spend some time hiking/hunting and will actually use the compass feature
@WatchandSon
@WatchandSon Жыл бұрын
I went for the 155J1. Had it on the wrist for 4 days. The proportions are epic. The fume dial is insane. The hands are stunning and date window clean. The upgrade movement to a 70 hour power amd the 200m wr make this a proper field watch. Strap is above expectations but you know its a strap monster leather, suede, natos will all kill. Awesome piece.
@willsimz144
@willsimz144 Жыл бұрын
Do you still enjoy it?
@WatchandSon
@WatchandSon Жыл бұрын
Yes 🎉❤
@LamarFaciane
@LamarFaciane Жыл бұрын
I got mine yesterday and I am blown away by the comfort and just how legible the watch is.
@clooebooie
@clooebooie Жыл бұрын
Got the spb199 for under msrp recently and couldn't be happier, its such a pretty watch!
@kamaldaruwalla6172
@kamaldaruwalla6172 24 күн бұрын
They are both great watches, hard to choose! Thanks Teddy, great review as always!
@arindambasu9850
@arindambasu9850 3 жыл бұрын
Picked up my Sarb 017 original green Alpinist a couple of months before they were discontinued at around 420 USD. Love it and fits like a dream 😎new ones are almost double the price with little appreciable difference.
@CompassIIDX
@CompassIIDX Жыл бұрын
I'm jealous! I like the SARB better than the new one for its smaller diameter and lack of cyclops. But now I'd have to pay triple the original price to get one, which I won't do. Maybe I can make my peace with the new one...
@drewdurbin4968
@drewdurbin4968 Жыл бұрын
Just picked up an spb121 thanks to this. Thanks Teddy
@ThomasGeisler-gv5ld
@ThomasGeisler-gv5ld 6 ай бұрын
First thing I did with my 121 was change to a dark green FKM strap. Perfect upgrade!!
@nojburns
@nojburns 2 жыл бұрын
I'm selling my Sarb017 and my Hamilton KFA 38 because I just bought the SPB155. Alone it does what both of them do. It's the best of both worlds, while being able to keep that sweet green dial and gold cathedral hands. Great comparison video.
@domoel
@domoel 2 жыл бұрын
Done the same. 👍
@WatchUnwind
@WatchUnwind 3 жыл бұрын
Got married in my Sarb017. I love it and for the reason I’ll always hold onto mine. Really a great quality watch and eye catching watch. especially for the money.
@koustavpoddar
@koustavpoddar 2 жыл бұрын
Bought the spb155 yesterday. Loving it on my wrist!
@mikeangelo94
@mikeangelo94 3 жыл бұрын
The perfect watch would be the SPB121 with a domed sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
@nripendratamang9855
@nripendratamang9855 3 жыл бұрын
Got the baby alpinist SPB155 for my birthday. Very comfortable bracelet, and awesome quality for the price.
@DQ_Style
@DQ_Style 3 жыл бұрын
I have the OG SARB 017 on an oyster strapcode bracelet, it is by far my most complimented watch of my small collection of 12 watches.
@archievthapa3593
@archievthapa3593 Жыл бұрын
Your presentation is so cinematic !!! stunning visuals
@tolkienboutstuff446
@tolkienboutstuff446 2 жыл бұрын
One can’t deny the history and design of the SPB121, but that baby alpinist is so classy!
@outtagoodnamesdangit
@outtagoodnamesdangit 3 жыл бұрын
Funny enough, I _just_ bought the 121 the day before this video. It scratches a lot of itches and I really do like the authenticity of the compass and the style of the applied indexes with the sunburst dial. It feels more like it's own thing than the Baby Alpinist. But I am not loving the strap. That sucker is getting replaced ASAP. 😅
@aydingultekin2846
@aydingultekin2846 Жыл бұрын
That SPB155 . 36 mm, crown guard, no date would be one of my dream watches
@JamesWilliams-en3os
@JamesWilliams-en3os 9 ай бұрын
I missed my chance to buy a SARB017 several years ago, and when I came back it was discontinued and pre-owned prices are ridiculous. Fortunately, the SPB121 has come along and is a worthy successor. I got a very good price on one online so purchased from them (sorry, Teddy! I’ll get the next one from ya!) and have been wearing it daily for the past week to get to know it. So far I’m very happy! My only complaint is that the calfskin strap supplied is very stiff… I may switch out to a nice aftermarket leather strap, but the clasp on the Seiko strap is so excellent I think I’ll give the leather a chance to soften up with wear. All in all, this is a very nice watch and a great value for the price in my view.
@KMV007
@KMV007 3 жыл бұрын
Discontinuing the SARB017 and relaunching it one year later for double the price - Christmas came early for the Seiko shareholders.
@derekeboyd
@derekeboyd 3 жыл бұрын
And SARB017 owners, like myself.
@XHobbiesPrime
@XHobbiesPrime 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see your take on the other green Alpinist model. The SPB245, the Laurel reinterpretation.
@peterbush1595
@peterbush1595 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the details Teddy. Exactly the guidance i was looking for to pull the trigger on this beautiful Seiko Alpinist variant. An informed consumer is a buying consumer. My third purchase here, more to come. Thanks to Will (lol there are like 3 Wills there) for processing the order. He's the man
@charlesgraham9954
@charlesgraham9954 Жыл бұрын
SPB 121 looks better with a stainless steel band to me, i never understood the leather and nylon straps on a watch that cost more than five hundred dollars. all i see is scrap leather made into a watch strap. but i do love the retro feel to the SPB 121. each to their own. thanks for the video, i appreciate your time sir. u can tell u put in work to put out the best product u can, again thank u.
@a_commisso77
@a_commisso77 3 жыл бұрын
Wow. Right in time! Was about to buy the baby Alpinist in green but wasn’t sure if I wanted the compass version…. Thanks Teddy!
@Miumiu0404
@Miumiu0404 Жыл бұрын
The green color looks so gorgeous.
@jimmykhor5013
@jimmykhor5013 3 жыл бұрын
Watching it while wearing it The seiko alpinist have a mesmerizing green..
@unbiasedreviews5978
@unbiasedreviews5978 3 жыл бұрын
Great video...as usual! My favorite one will be SPB121. Its dial color along with the applied hour markers make it superior to the 155 in my opinion of course. Still can be found for less than $650. My only problem will be the leather strap that kinda doesn't fit with a field watch but at the same time it's great for wearing shirt and tie. Overall, I like the package at this price.
@zbyszek_pitorowski
@zbyszek_pitorowski 10 ай бұрын
Im so heart broken they went with a leather strap! I’m planning to move closer to a seaside town and plan swimming with the watch but I’m worried the strap will deteriorate. I might get another strap who knows.
@TheJMedia
@TheJMedia Жыл бұрын
Got to try on both of these watches today and they are beautiful! Solid watch for the price
@toni8555
@toni8555 Жыл бұрын
Yes, it is a very nice watch, but the caliber is so disappointing!
@ivanth
@ivanth 3 жыл бұрын
I'm totally with you, I think that will be my next seiko, I like the green dial from the cocktail line that is similar to that one, but dress watches are not my first choice, so spb155 is just perfect!
@ShiroKage009
@ShiroKage009 3 жыл бұрын
I have the SPB121, and I love it so much. I put it on a NATO strap with leather ends and matching colors. It's amazing.
@seanfraser9162
@seanfraser9162 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Im a field watch guy. But im poor so, Timex Explorer Scout is my jam. I love this 121. Its on my wish list. Thanks for a great review and really cementing my opinion of a timepiece ive never seen in person.
@RedwoodAggie
@RedwoodAggie 3 жыл бұрын
Great comparison, and I imagine one many Alpinist fans have been longing to see here. I love that you covered every aspect of the watch I'd want to know about. I would love to see a video review of the new SPB241/243/245 1959 Alpinists, the 243 being of particular interest to me.
@pokysharpy
@pokysharpy 3 жыл бұрын
I have the SPB243 and it's fantastic. My three minor complaints about it are 1) It's a bit thick (but so am I!) 2) The lug width is 19mm, bummer for my strap collection 3) The otherwise-great bracelet only has 2 holes of micro-adjust. Despite that, it's the Seiko "Explorer" that I've always wanted. I love it to pieces.
@RedwoodAggie
@RedwoodAggie 3 жыл бұрын
@@pokysharpy Thanks for the info! I was at an A.D. last month, and they didn't have that new line in, but I am going by another one this weekend. I am hoping they have some to try on. It's definitely in my top 3 for my next purchase. The 19mm lug width doesn't other me much, as I will likely keep it on the bracelet as with my current SPB089 (Srapcode). The 2 micro adjusts are a bit of a bummer, but we'll see. It could still work.
@chuckcomstock3493
@chuckcomstock3493 4 ай бұрын
Being a sarb 035 owner for about 10 years I've always liked the size of it. Never really cared for the017,really never understood it. When I saw a review on the 155 I really found my alternative to a rolex explorer. Could not justify paying the extra for a watch in my opinion does what it should, look,wear great and keep great time.The newer 6r movement is great. Keeps great time. Enjoyed your review Teddy.
@rollinontwentytwos
@rollinontwentytwos 2 жыл бұрын
Teddy you inspired me to purchase the SPB121 thanks for the content! great work.. video is truly professional
@Ahmad-vw5uw
@Ahmad-vw5uw 2 жыл бұрын
Many Thanks for the precise comparison; the one without the compass looks much better, more elegant as a daily dress watch, and smaller in size with better contrast in the colours of the dial.
@MyWatchTherapy
@MyWatchTherapy 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I like this video by Teddy more than his others for one reason- he doesn’t talk as fast as in others.
@adrianracovita4775
@adrianracovita4775 3 жыл бұрын
i got the black dial version on a bracelet as a graduation gift and it is phenomenal
@peterkerkmans6780
@peterkerkmans6780 2 жыл бұрын
picked up the SPB121J1 Mountain sunset European Limited Edition this week. First time having a watch with a cyclops but I get used to it rather quickly. The feel of the watch is very good with the leather strap but I will definitely experiment with a bracelet as well.
@shaagaknowsyou5295
@shaagaknowsyou5295 2 жыл бұрын
I bought two of these, this green one and the Sunbeam Forest. Swapped out the straps for Zuludiver tropic straps. The deployant straps that come with these fit those tropic straps perfectly. Very versatile watches for an active lifestyle if you don't want to risk your expensive pieces. Cannot fault these at all apart from the shitty leather straps they come with.
@vianouche1
@vianouche1 11 ай бұрын
The SARB017 or the new ones ?
@Weebles6969
@Weebles6969 Жыл бұрын
the spb121 is my dream watch honestly and I'm gonna try and get it in the first quarter of 2024
@petersebestyen3507
@petersebestyen3507 3 жыл бұрын
I bought my first automatic watch 1,5 weeks ago, which is a Seiko spb201j1 and I love it, looking nice and very comfortable 👌
@Xanduur
@Xanduur 2 жыл бұрын
I wish they had not added the exhibition case back. That right there is the reason I searched out the SARB017
@mattd9330
@mattd9330 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful comparison, thank you. Prefer the “old” SARB017 as not impressed with the accuracy of the 6R35 movement in my other Seikos. Also, adding the cyclops & discontinuing the signed crown are unwelcome changes.
@iammituraj
@iammituraj Жыл бұрын
spb121 looks classy and vintage + worthy for money + It looks good with all outfits. I have ordered mine 🙂
@JamesDavidWalley
@JamesDavidWalley 3 жыл бұрын
121 for me - it’s one of the few Seikos I'd want to own.
@johnp3971
@johnp3971 3 жыл бұрын
The only thing holding me back from getting a Seiko is that they aren't on your website, Teddy! I hope you become a dealer someday.
@zachary4225
@zachary4225 2 жыл бұрын
I just got the sarb017 from my coworker. Very nice watch.
@bibekbhattacharya6356
@bibekbhattacharya6356 3 жыл бұрын
I have the SPB155, and it really is a perfect watch with a gorgeous, super-legible dial. Took it on a Himalayan hike earlier this month and it was the perfect companion. To me, it's the best of the Alpinists.
@WatchUnwind
@WatchUnwind 3 жыл бұрын
Sweet !! Bringing this watch where it is supposed to go. Up a big mountain 🏔
@royeap3404
@royeap3404 3 жыл бұрын
Was it comfortable to have the steel bracelet on a hike, or did you swap it out for another strap for that specific outdoor activity?
@bibekbhattacharya6356
@bibekbhattacharya6356 3 жыл бұрын
@@royeap3404 I wore it on the bracelet and it was no problem, quite comfortable. It would also work on, say, a green tropic strap when out on a hike.
@joed.twyman6355
@joed.twyman6355 3 ай бұрын
As im older and my eyesite is Baby is my choice now. Younger with great eyes i would definitely go for the 121. Only getting domed crystal watches. Tired of smudge magnet flat ones. My Hamilton kahki auto seems smudge proff! Never experienced this before. Amazing Quality. So happy the seiko baby alpinist has No Cyclopse, Not a flat crystal. Good call Seiko. Looks like my next watch choice. Oh. I hope the lume is fantastic.
@adeanh1
@adeanh1 3 жыл бұрын
Using B Roll that matches the dial. So sick.
@thomasmoffatt
@thomasmoffatt 2 жыл бұрын
Just bought the SPB157 blue dial mini-alpinist and love it but not the strap. Strap is too small for my 200mm wrist. Changed it for a larger Vietnamese made rich alligator strap and it combines wonderfully with this beautiful watch.
@AIRFORCEFREAK1
@AIRFORCEFREAK1 3 жыл бұрын
Probably going to get the SPB159 soon. I think I want it in black.
@mixodorians12
@mixodorians12 3 жыл бұрын
I really want one of these, more than I want a Speedmaster or a Submariner. The green one on a brown leather strap really suits my style. It is my exit watch.
@giusepperocchi2979
@giusepperocchi2979 3 жыл бұрын
Obviously it’s because you already own a Speedmaster and a Submariner.
@jamesdennis6120
@jamesdennis6120 Жыл бұрын
Yo bro! the cinematic opening was hype.
@abewayne371
@abewayne371 6 ай бұрын
I had both. Nice pieces. Worth it. 😊
@doublelunch24
@doublelunch24 3 жыл бұрын
As far as green Alpinists go, I absolutely love my SPB245! I have it on a brown NATO strap and it ticks all the boxes for me 😋sicc intro btw 👍
@SuperMegaChill
@SuperMegaChill 3 жыл бұрын
Would love to see more alpinist comparisons! Possibly the white spb119 and how it compares with the other cyclops models? :)
@Merctoonz
@Merctoonz 3 жыл бұрын
😍The green is so subtle. I want both
@ShaneLindie
@ShaneLindie 3 жыл бұрын
Love this video Teddy! The woods theme is awesome and suits the watch perfectly! You are a total visual expert with watches I mean it. According to Mr. Wonderful, you are a walking watch rodget!
@Scortd
@Scortd Жыл бұрын
Love the 121, would like it better with the bracelet of the 155 on it. Will be the next one in my collection, (I'm new to the watch game). Teddy actually had this watch priced at a discount last week and I was slow pulling the trigger, so looks like I will be paying regular price for it.
@erikbartalos830
@erikbartalos830 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Teddy Bulbasaur. I own SARB017 and while I consider these two inferior, I'd go for SARB155. Turning crown is annoying and useless, and cyclop window is not very clean imho.
@abhishekjmadan
@abhishekjmadan 3 жыл бұрын
ffs bulbasaur lololol
@francisravi7651
@francisravi7651 3 жыл бұрын
Really love the Green Alpinist. Been my dream watch for 3 years. Amazing video anyway! Love that cinematic intro 💚
@johncarey9149
@johncarey9149 2 жыл бұрын
After a few years of using my phone for keeping track of the time I finally pulled my favourite Seamaster, out of the winder but unfortunately the watch made it obvious that it needed a service. OK, no worries, mechanical watches need servicing, but my watchmaker quoted 5 weeks to do the service. He's a busy guy. That meant I wanted a time piece on my wrist, so after a bit of browsing I decided on the SPB121 and I've been wearing it for a little while now, so what are my thoughts. Firstly, I chose the SPB121 because aesthetically it's difficult to find a watch that's more different to the Seamaster, and I'm really enjoying that. What am I not so fond of? Immediately, the cyclops, to the point where I might ask if they can swap the crystal for a plain flat crystal as and when the watch needs a service. Other than that, the crowns confuse me. Why does one screw down when the other doesn't. They both perform the same function, transferring movement from outside the case to inside the case. My final niggle is the way that the compass bezel rocks slightly when you rotate the crown. So, am I feeling buyers remorse? Definitely not, because the things I'm not so happy about have taught me a few things, because I don't like cyclops crystals. The second crown and internal bevel don't really work for me either. Keep the bezel as an external bezel ... KISS Would I choose the SPB155 over the SPB121 definitely not, but that just my personal preference.
@anthonykent00
@anthonykent00 2 жыл бұрын
I would only buy the double crown. If I'm getting an Alpinist, I want the compass bezel. The new baby Alpinist does look great though. I definitely see why someone would choose that style.
@ehrenkrause9861
@ehrenkrause9861 Жыл бұрын
I prefer the sarb017 dial myself. So much that I spend a year looking for one also not a fan of the Cyclops but that's just my personal taste
@timetowatch_francois
@timetowatch_francois 3 жыл бұрын
Yup, that SPB121 is next on my hit list 🙂👍🏼 Thanks for this comparison. Very pertinent.
@craig2100
@craig2100 3 жыл бұрын
I like the look, however never pulled the trigger on purchasing one. Always wish I had when they were more reasonably priced
@just-dl
@just-dl Ай бұрын
I like them both. If I could suggest modifications, the 121 would lose the cyclops and gain an external bezel, keeping the look of the current bezel. The 155 would gain a thin bezel, similar to the 121’s but less involved. For both, I’d include two straps: brown leather and skip the gator pattern, plus the stainless bracelet. I’m personally at a loss to pick one. They really are both quite nice.
@PaperGrape
@PaperGrape 4 ай бұрын
I saw the Baby in Teddy's store. It didn't quite get there for me. I think a huge reason was the bracelet. I looked at the next price tier with the Longines conquest and it really opened my eyes to how much better a bracelet could be. I wish the Alpinist was there, but they didn't have it in stock. It might have gotten there for me. Still open to it, as I ultimately ended up buying the King Turtle, which i freaking love. So i still need a field watch.. 😊
@meharprasad2765
@meharprasad2765 11 ай бұрын
I've ordered it today in Dubai, Will collect it from the store tomorrow 🤞🏼
@DanielDLParr
@DanielDLParr 2 жыл бұрын
Actually really like the 121 and will be buying one this month as the 2nd in my collection 👌🏾
@machetero1
@machetero1 3 жыл бұрын
I've got the 121 on a two tone jubilee bracelet and it's my beloved daily.
@curtbrown7718
@curtbrown7718 3 жыл бұрын
Like the bracelet version. Do not prefer the cyclops on the other one. Great contrasting, Teddy.
@jonasthemovie
@jonasthemovie Жыл бұрын
I have my SPB117 on a Uncle Jubilee bracelet with a pressed clasp. End links are matching so great, but it’s a tight fit as the lug width differs from the SARB.
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