Underrated Seiko 5 Watches ($60-$150)

[@MrWrightNowTV]

Damn Teddy you’re about to rise the price on all these damn Seiko 5’s Lmaooooo

[@aniqanuar6320]

fr supply and demand is a bitch😂

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Seiko needs to start making more!

[@MrWrightNowTV]

Teddy Baldassarre true!

[@C_The_Guy]

I thought this was Sekiro: Shadows die twice Not Seiko: Watches for the right price

[@golddragon8672]

c dude you made a good mistake

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I have never heard of this game so I didn't get the reference, but it looks like others did lol

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

@Frederik Pedersen it has been harder to find time as I have gotten older. Loved gaming growing up.

[@tomkhong9828]

Man, I’m entirely immersed in Sekiro now

[@ivoangelov3036]

@Frederik Pedersen k

[@reimaxiusco4373]

Seiko 5 = the most affordable time pieces with a great value inside and as long term watches.

[@OF01975]

was interested until i heard 40 hour reserve, thats weak sauce

[@90AlmostFamous]

@@OF01975 u have to make compromise somewhere man

[@bozsaboz6585]

@@OF01975 ww: g

[@zouki42]

@@OF01975 yes it's such a shame. For 70 usd, I expect at least a tourbillon !

[@poggerzloggarz2461]

@@zouki42 to anyone who does get the joke, Swiss-made tourbillons are sold above $30,000

[@derbywinner6316]

Finally a review of watches I’m able to afford 😁

[@kealowilson2816]

I'm going to put this here as there is no where better to put it. Teddy, I want to say thank you. At 41 years old I finally decided to buy a nice watch, actually my first watch. I knew I wanted something well made, automatic, smaller case and 200 was about my limit. I settled on the Seiko 5 SNKC55J1 and ended up at half my spending limit. To be honest I probably would have ended up having purchased " the wrong one" or having a bit of buyers remorse if not for your videos and information you have put out. THANK YOU !!!

[@arielcandoleta5347]

I'm 42 years old and mine is a Seiko 5 SNKK17K1 it is also my first mechanical watch purchase and my budget is 150 USD. I guess one is never too old to get into the mechanical watch hobby. Cheers.

[@juanmeza7646]

Holy shit dude I've been googling Seiko 5 for the past week or so and it's like you knew ! 🤔🤔 As always great content keep up the good work !!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I have access to your browser history. Found some other disturbing things that I won’t bring up here.

[@Tdfcjc808]

Same here!!! Teddy back at it again with the psychic predictions!

[@syndicatedsatellite7288]

Of course Teddy knew.. Why would you be even surprised?

[@syndicatedsatellite7288]

@@TeddyBaldassarre Need a kidney basin Teddy?

[@celibazilioalvesalves5343]

TENHO. ENTERECO DE COMPRAR ESTE SEIKO 5. DX 6109 8000. AUTOMATICO 25 JEWELES FROM 1967

[@JusttheWatch]

Looks like the SNKA01 and SNK603 both have specialized (integrated?) bracelets that look like you wouldn't really be able to change out. Being stuck with a Seiko 5 bracelet (probably folded links? Maybe the kind that rip the hair off your arm?) and no option to put it on a leather strap is really a deal breaker for me. I like the dials and cases though.

[@JJexciter]

Yes! Please continue this series, Teddy! These are the kinds of videos I’m interested in. Affordable watches and also, I love your vids on micro-brands. You’ve introduced some great micro brands. For me the price range of $50 - $350 is the best, when it comes to being a collector on a budget. So thanks for another great video 👍

[@dennisdkim]

Absolutely chuffed to bits by this review!

[@jpaltman706]

Ok chow!

[@markomarkovic8710]

Ok! Ciao!!!

[@raulgonzalez139]

Could you make a episode about sweep second quartz watches? (Bulova, Seiko ....)

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

Usually I drink a shot every time you say “Seiko”, Teddy. Are you trying to kill me?

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

What day is it? And where are my pants?

[@jayblue673]

Seiko Recraft series please! Thanks Teddy!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

YES!

[@smear7331]

nobody: teddy for 58th time: "for the most part" loved the video!

[@CovesPhotographyBrampton]

How about a video on choosing a quality watch strap/bracelet? What to look for and what are quality watch straps?

[@Kell_Z]

Should've recommended some nice NATO straps to go with these very classy watches.

[@massx999]

Not sure if you're part of that certain reddit community or are you being serious

[@Kell_Z]

@@massx999 Of-course i'm serious were not talking about some shitty beater Rolex here

[@BottledCourage]

Class, pure class!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Pure class. Put it on a nato!!!

[@diogeneslantern18]

@@TeddyBaldassarre one of us! One of us!

[@memesnimarc]

I bought 2nd hand Seiko SNK 369 and Seiko SNKL 47 all for $70. It has been 2 months and its working great! I'm looking to buy more 5s and increase my small collection.

[@JayzBeerz]

These model numbers are ridiculous. 😂

[@rafaelmorales5579]

Please, continue with this Seiko 5 videos. Great!

[@michaliswainston-harrison2905]

Great video, some nice picks! Check out the Seiko 5 SNKL41, it is my first Seiko 5 and I think it is the most beautiful and elegant of the Seiko 5 line up!

[@TheVermin69]

Thet Seiko 5 is actually a SBSA043 and NOT the SRPE53. SRPE models are only partly made fully in Japan as for some of the components come from China and Malaysia! So the Seiko 5 SRPE53 is only partly made in Japan and is for sale Internationally woth that product model. What comes to the SBSA043 model you have Teddy.. Is for JDM (Japanese Domestic Market).And ALL the component are truly made in Japan! That is indicated with the "Made In Japan" text located between the dials 7 and 6. On the International SRPE53 models there is no "Made In Japan" text.. And the text can wary in placement and content from year to year. Just a little insight.

[@jimmyolber5406]

Just a note on the SNXS73, dial is in fact silver sunburst and not white. Great looking case + dial and good chunk of lume on applied indices which seems an uncommon thing on these little 'dress' Seiko 5's. Couldn't be happier with my SNXS.

[@SirenDoingStuff]

Would you consider doing a watch strap giveaway as well? Great content btw! Best watch channel on KZbin

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Yes! Plan on it. Probably going live on instagram this week. Will probably give away some

[@PentaYOOO]

Picked up a vintage Seiko 5 for 40€ not too long ago. It sports the 7009 movement with a Grey dial and gold accents. I rarely take it off, that's how much I enjoy wearing it. Great watch to get in to watch collecting

[@raiperez2]

Hell yeah, my prayers have been heard! For a non American watch fan its truly hard to find bargains because of the shipping and taxes, just for an example, I live in Chile and my first watch that I bought with my own money was a blue/tan timex expedition scout from Amazon, it was 40 dollars, I've ended paying 53 dollars for everything. Yes, is a lot for that watch but in retail stores it's sold for about 90.000 chilean pesos that roughly translates to 140 dollars!!! I can't thank you enough because whenever it's one of this videos I know I'm getting the best deal for my hard earned money :)

[@kendalltull9854]

I feel your pain Raimundo. I live in the Caribbean and we have to pay 35% duties plus Sales tax of 12.5%. On top of that, our exchange rate is TT$6.7 to US$1. Those guys in the US don't know how good they have it.

[@Thesupermanning]

The first mechanical watch I bought was a Seiko 5... which I purchased used from a jeweler in Santiago, Chile for about $60 USD (equivalent). That was 12 years ago. I also found an old automatic Citizen at a street Feria. I miss Chile. This is what got me into watches

[@oldiesfreek]

SNSX comes with a gold dial which I have. Love it! :)

[@tomkhong9828]

SNXS79 . This is one of the best looking sport / dress Seiko 5 offering today. Bought mine at $100.

[@TheBbdscribe]

I do like the value out of the Seiko 5 line, even though some of their designs are lacking. Why can’t Timex create a line of autos that compete??

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I hear ya. I did a whole video calling out Timex for this 😂

[@MrE0919]

Now that you made this video, the prices are going to go up. Mark my words lol

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Hahaha it happened for my video looking at watches under 100 dollars. People get mad that are just watching say they are all over 100

[@goldenarm009]

Great video. Wear them in good health. Caio!

[@Andithemago]

What strap is he using on the seiko SNK803 at the beginning? or where can i get one similar to it?

[@mihaiserban9434]

Really like the idea of the series; I would suggest applying the same idea to brands like Citizen and Casio (analog pieces) - both brands have great affordable pieces and a multitude of styles

[@watch_general6753]

I have a snk381k! my fav field watch . uploaded a video on it last week :D

[@angelosendaydiego3578]

I bought a snkl43k1 and I am so inlove with it. Good for a beginner

[@Atticus113]

Can confirm, found an SNK381 with a dark green face in a back alley shop in Akihabara Tokyo and it was a great watch for $50 CAN. Lost about a minute a week, but it was used and probably needed a service.

[@Sturnburn772]

Love seiko 5. I own the snk131. It's pretty rolex explorer "esque"

[@basitali3065]

Do you have SNXS79 watch for sale.

[@AJMacDonaldJr]

Great choices for a first automatic watch! Thanks Teddy! 😃

[@cuh720]

An idea for your business: Custom shop: choose your leather, buckle, stitching. I often find myself wanting specific features I cannot find in a pre made strap.

[@mr.personal-ity]

Francisco Salazar Jr thx

[@inputgoldfish4424]

Yes

[@leonthesleepy]

Honestly, the whole seiko 5 lineup looks amazing. Theres at least 2 i just want to own lol

[@usnavyvet]

Great video Teddy, keep it up, I’d love to see you showcase some more Seiko 5’s. I just ordered a Seiko 5 I’ve had my eye on for awhile, the SRPC53k1. Had to order it straight from Japan, sold out through all the normal channels, must be gaining popularity.

[@maciejrucinski5163]

Great video Teddy. I have snxs79k but I'm thinking about another Seiko 5 so you can show me some options😉

[@lonefather]

I have three Seiko 5's all bought before 1995. There is one that I'w wear more than the rest and it keeps working after all these years without servicing.

[@vinosmanuel]

Oh man, this video is just on point! I just ordered a SNKK25 as my first Seiko 5, it should be a fun watch to wear with a red-white NATO. Congrats on the content, btw.

[@garrettjanssen7683]

I just scooped up a Seiko 5 SNK361 with the Seiko 5 logo pattern across the dial (a baby Grand Seiko SBGH267). The dial (mine is black and there is a navy blue option #357) is very subtle and most people wouldn't even notice it unless I told them. Surprisingly the watch has a nice weight to it even without that lackluster bracelet, and it hugs the wrist really well.

[@NordicWatchChannel]

Great video, just love Seiko 5's! I got myself a Sea Urchin as my first mechanical watch 1,5 years ago, still love it! Actually it just inspired me to go ahead and make an in-depth review of it 8) Keep up the good work! Love the content. Anders

[@muhammadnashad8631]

Finally, somebody sees the beauty in the SNK381

[@TheFlyingFishy]

5:43 ahh the SNK793, I bought this one and it's just amazing. The bracelet is better than i had expected, and the rattle isn't as bad as people were saying.

[@TheFlyingFishy]

After 3 months, the time is still on point.

[@johnfranklin5277]

The rattle complaint is just to complain about something. IT MAKES NO NOISE WHEN YOUR WEARING IT!! It isn't noisy unless you shake it.. why would you pick up your watch and shake it, just to hear the bracelet rattle, so you can then complain about it. I also find it perfectly comfortable to wear

[@TheCrackerman501]

Great video and way to cover the Seiko5 line. I was fortunate to pick up my favorite 5 of all time about 3-4 years ago the Seiko SRP 241. To my knowledge they don't make these anymore.

[@MarcoBraccaWristAddiction]

In Italy the Snke01k1 Is absolutely loved!😜

[@jasue2000]

Such exceptional value! Great video!

[@Myrslokstok]

Love my SEIKO SNKK87 🥰 exept for the bracelet ofcourse.

[@shaneweightman]

I just bought my first 5 , have bought a modded 7002 , and 009 skx, however only says automatic on the dial on my 5 , no mention of the jewels, grey sunburst dial , 7s26 movement, snx ,,, think it must be flat ended hands cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧

[@greywolf369]

My first automatic was the Seiko SNKK27. Glad to see you have it in the list. Love to see more of these Seiko videos, thank you

[@j.chiari4222]

Hey mate, how did you like it? I'm thinking about picking it up myself

[@greywolf369]

@@j.chiari4222 for the price you cannot go wrong. Definitely recommend picking it up.

[@j.chiari4222]

@@greywolf369 thanks!

[@piku6427]

The first watch you mentioned doesn't get the mentions because we all know the quality of seiko braclets and that watch has an integrated braclet which is tough to find options for.

[@manzahalem8845]

Prateek Patni - precisely! Just look at the shape of the lugs on these watches. The folded metal bracelets are brutal wrist hair pullers 😣😖

[@simonthewatchguy6073]

Was hoping the SNXG47K would get a mention, it has been on my wrist for 3 months straight - such a great looking watch at an affordable price.

[@stevenharper6888]

Nice upload. I have 3 seiko 5 watches all are amazing value for money. No joke, the accuracy on all is not far from my 2 Breitling!

[@beckd02]

I bought the snk 793 new in 2018 for $69.99. Even though I have several watches, I still wear it often. Nice looking watch!! Especially now that smaller dials seem to be coming back into style.

[@aizuddinfahmi9255]

Is there a possibility you'll do a Top 5 or Top 10 G-Shock Squares? These watches need some lovin'...

[@adlanhaziq]

Aizuddin Fahmi Include the limited editions too (DW5600 Stussy Checkered, Takeo Kikuchi, 35th Anniversary Glacier, Yu Nagaba, Gorillaz, SBTG) just to name a few :P though the gshockhighfashion channel has a video like that too

[@wongjefx980]

Seiko 5 SNK809... classic first automatic watch. I like the SNK795 as well. They are so inexpensive, you can get both, one for casual wear and other more dressy.

[@theaviator7175]

Another underrated Seiko is the Seiko SNZB01

[@guptadhruv21]

Do any of you a great place to get Seiko 5 watches in Japan? My relative is visiting there next month and it'll be great to get a Japanese Seiko.

[@ELMS]

This is an excellent video, Teddy. I have a Seiko 5 and love it. But it does have limitations and I just can’t get past the no-wind, no-hack characteristics of the series. Could you move it up a notch and feature similar watches that you can actually wind? (My personal preference is for high visibility field watches.) 😃

[@syndicatedsatellite7288]

Time for a 88,500 subscriber giveaway, with a year's supply of straps...

[@hakki368]

The SRPB89, 91, 93, etc. actually uses the 4R35 movement, not the 7S26. And the SNXS73 is a silver dial, not a white dial. ;)

[@dshjerusoul10]

Finally going automatic, my first one! 🤗The Seiko SNK793 with the blue dial arrived today. Would love your opinion on some replacement metal bracelet and leather straps for this model. Thanks!

[@keirraabdiaziz]

My experience with NKUWAN was fantastic. The watch arrived quickly and was exactly as described.

[@kendale1707]

Wondered if you could provide me an answer? Sometime between 1969 and 1975 when I was travelling extensively and shopped in duty free shops in places such as the Dutch West Indies, Rabat, Cairo, the Virgen Islands, Portugal, Amsterdam, and a few other duty free airport shops, I (can't remember where) bought what I thought was a knock off Seiko watch which I've used for many years and is very accurate. The back says SGP Back St. Steel 7005 8022 Water Resistant 287584 Japan - M SEIKO. It's a self winding watch. Works like a charm all these years and I thought I was suckered when I paid $19.95 and bargained to pay 19 US dollars for the watch. Is it a real Seiko? Many thanks!

[@n00dyl69]

no snkl41?

[@Jhet]

The first watch I ever bought was an SNKD99 with the blue sunburst dial It's beautiful

[@mglures]

Thanks for this nice video- might be good to say something about the origin of these-I own the grey faced 5 with the gold hands that you show toward the end- the place I bought it had two iterations, one made in Japan and a cheaper but visually identical one I assume is Chinese made. This is designated right on the face. I’d be interested in your thoughts on the difference, if any? It’s also worth mentioning that these “wear” small because of the offset crown at 4 o’clock that is kind of kind of inset into the case.

[@typical_vibes5049]

Good day Sir! I just bought a Seiko 5 online at around $170 and i really doubt if this watch is legit🤦‍♂️ it is a Ref. SNKP14K1 Cal. 7S26, Automatic and Water Resist 50M base on the label provided. Please help me sir.😔🙏

[@evannussbaum1863]

Hey teddy! Could you please respond to this? I am 11 years old. I have an Apple Watch, vintage timex, wenger 7900x, and a 90s freestyle diver. Vintage Timexes like the one I have are going for about $500-$600 on eBay currently. (I got the watch for free) I am looking for a 37-40mm field watch to add to my collection. Do you think I should sell this watch and get something like a Hamilton, or do you think I should keep it and shell out $50 for one of these on Amazon. My Wenger is kind of A field watch too, But it was a wedding present for my dad, so I don’t really want to wear it that much.

[@surfside75]

".. and not at a premium of $150+" Almost all seiko5 in 2020 are near or above that price😐 - I do believe many if not all seiko5 of past (before 2019) are now not produced by Seiko since that automatic movement has been discontinued. Just like the one that powered the skx007. So the prices have gone through the roof😱. I've been on top of it though so I bought doubles of my favorite Seiko watches. Still paying a premium for some, but it's worth it✔️. Currently I'm at 5 seiko5's and an extra skx007.😍😁🍻

[@alexthelegoguy4504]

I love my Seiko snxf07! I’m pretty sure it’s discontinued or at least it took me a looooong time to find one so I picked it up immediately! Just waiting on my Seiko 4205 0140 in the mail. Super underrated women’s diver at 33mm

[@jameskim7551]

Can i get someones opinion on glycine combat moonphase? Thinking about buying it for casual and everyday use

[@renvill]

Hi Teddy! This is kinda out of topic. I have very small wrists (around 5.5" only) and I'm looking for a 34mm watch. Could you recommend specific models from Oris, Tissot, Longines, or Omega? Thanks!

[@raderator]

What's wrong with the bracelets? Thick and durable.

[@factorybear5264]

I didn’t get the certain reddit community reference. Someone please brief me. Thanks in advance.

[@jameslaw4849]

Love the video but all the watches featured in the first 3 minutes cannot easily change out the original metal bracelets into leather straps because of the odd lug design.

[@armenpashai5527]

Great video but....WHERE DID YOU GET THAT BLACK JACKET FROM?? Lol

[@joshuadiaz4529]

I own got an snkl41 (poor man's grand seiko snowflake) for $70 and an snzf15j1 (sea urchin Pepsi bezel) for $164

[@tarapatiaryal4622]

Hello sir good evening..🙏🙏i saw this seiko five watch in the youtube which watch of $60 dollars plz.show me thank you 🙏🙏🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@abdulrehmanarif2145]

Man teddy snk603k1 is also really underrated I am using it since 2007 very nice watch for the price I paid in Dubai

[@EffortlessGentTV]

is there any functionality to the dial design of the SNK227? Or would you say it's mostly just for looks?

[@JohnSmith-pv3kj]

Watching this video after getting my grandfather's watch, which after much internet sleuthing I have found is a Seiko 5 snke19j1

[@edgardgilles4039]

Mon Seiko5 pour toujours I like it💗💗💗💗💕💕👍👍👎👍👍👍👍👍👌

[@mrg6185]

My Seiko 5 is the greatest. Just the most maddest dial ever. And original. Not redialed from India. Great watches I own 7.

[@davidrtrains]

Can someone tell me their opinion on the Seiko sgf204 (two-tone model)? Is it "corny" due to its resemblance of the Rolex Datejust?

[@The98Zolcsi]

I've never had a more annoying thing on my wrist, than a 7s26 equipped Seiko 5. I went to sleep, than on the other day I went to school, checked the time, you can guess it, didn't run. Go for a hand wound capable movement.

[@MrHotkorean]

Just got an SNXS79 that I've been looking at for a while. Feels great to be validated. Do you think you could make a video for sub $1,000 alternatives for the Rolex Oyster Perpetual? It is one of the most iconic and simply elegant watches but it's extremely hard to find a decent cheaper alternative to. I've been restlessly searching for weeks now but no luck other than the SNXS79. Would love your opinion on this!

[@ald4104]

Smiths Everest !

[@bensajdak9133]

I would not recommend the first 2 watches becouse they have a proprietary bracelet, and we all know that Seiko bracelets suck. You will have no other option than to have a custom made strap for it. Funny that after these models you talk about your (nice) Teddy straps ;-)

[@jareknowak8712]

I have 2 of those. Dressy with blue dial. Only problem - the should be 2mm bigger, as for me. Some of them a little too heavy. Other than that - best daily ever. Excuse my English.

[@JonathanFord-yx6nh]

Love your stuff, you made me a seiko collector, also has anyone told you you have your own cartoon character? Have you ever seen "peabody" it you as a kid, great movie, also kid very smart like you with watches

[@airenesivad2975]

Weakest link in Seiko 5 are the links. LMAO cheap ass folded links, but the watches are great once you off the bracelet for something else.

[@nestorallanmatutes4269]

It's a pleasure my SNK603 is mentioned here...🙂

[@Stef_ICP]

I ordered the seiko snkl19j1. I find the gold looking hands and dial very Beautifull, put some leather straps on it and it looks so amazing for 99 euros 👍

[@Overlord277]

Timex Waterbury automatic is $87. Totally a good watch.

[@gradyolson1423]

I’m new into watches and I really like the Seiko srpb89 does anyone know where I could find that because I can’t find it anywhere

[@11LightofLove11]

Yes please do a video on the older ones. Also .....question.....if it just says water resistant, what water activities can you do?