You Can Still Buy A Seiko SARB033/035, But Should You?

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If this video looks familiar, it probably should do; I did the same with the SARB017 a few weeks ago. I have kinda enjoyed coming to these JDM models after the hype has died down, but the prices are still up. Allows me to do something a little different with them than just a straight review. So, should you buy one of these for 50% more than they were 6 months ago? Watch the video of course! Cheers, JOMW.

[@shelleyinthecity]

These watches are 38 mm. Compare that to the newer Presage that is 41 mm or other Seiko automatics that are 42 mm. For some men with smaller wrists, it is worth paying the current price for the SARB 033 at 38 mm instead of a huge diameter that makes it look like you are wearing a tire on your wrist.

[@dylvasey]

I recently sold mine, and honestly it's the watch I miss the most. I've sold Omega, I've sold Rolex ..... and I miss a Seiko ..... There I've said it.

[@mrdisco99]

I have a SARB033 and I will probably wear it in my coffin.

[@dylvasey]

@@mrdisco99 I really shouldn't have sold it.

[@mrbacchus6127]

Casey good news is sometimes you can still catch them new under $400, and can still be had under $500

[@dylvasey]

@Bob Smith I got a really good deal on a Datejust and needed a few extra hundred to get the deal done. Stupid really. It wasn't even an unusual Datejust.

[@dpearson80808]

mr bacchus I paid $500 CDN for mine and it came with a ColaReb strap and the bracelet still in plastic. Honestly worth it in my opinion, but it is the most expensive watch I’ve bought. Even if I paid $300, it still would be lol

[@JohnDoe-fg9rp]

This watch (033 anyway) was my High School graduation present, and it is an awesome watch. I hardly ever wear the thing however as I have worked with my hands in one form or another my entire life, and I did not feel comfortable having a $300 seemingly delicate watch in a construction environment, and I was tired at looking at the scratches of my Seiko 5 (Hardlex really doesn't have any more scratch resistance than a Timex mineral crystal in my experience). I have since bought a quartz Seiko SGG729, a 38mm (wears even smaller than the 033) titanium watch with a sapphire crystal, 100mm water resistance, and a navy blue sunburst dial. It has everything I will ever need in a watch, dressy enough to go with a suit, tough enough to wear to work, small enough to get my hands in hard to reach places, and affordable enough so that I don't mind using it for all of these things. If I was only allowed to have one watch it would be the SGG729, I would want more but I could easily settle. I know this was a long and difficult to read comment so I thank you for reading the ravings of madman who loves watches.

[@fernandomadrigal5405]

Just realized I got the idea from you, when I watched this video last year, to put my SARB035 on a cream perlon strap. I been rocking it all summer. Mine didn't cute match but still love it. Been binging your videos the last few days. Keep it up. Thanks man.

[@jeffm0518]

I just bought a SARB035 last week and love it. As a matter of fact it's on my wrist right now. It's Saturday morning here in sunny Arizona, USA and I'm going to meet my three kids for coffee.

[@drwindsurf]

Great review and discussion Jody. I agree, at the MSRP it was a great value watch...but not so much now. Thank you Joe for sending this in :)

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

I love my SARB033! Thanks for making this video, picked my up about 3 months ago (pre-owned) for $350

[@paulmcshea7054]

Sarb035 I have it and it's a great piece. I love it. Its my seiko DateJust 😋

[@theguardian3431]

Mate, I've had a similar experience with the 6R15s. I know it's a respected movement. Mine ran at +5 out od the box but within a few weeks went down to -5. Comparatively, I have 3 other watches with 4R35 movements that operate at +1,+2 and +5 secs per day. I prefer watches to run fast and not slow, and I'm satisfied with anything running within +10.

[@LambentLizard]

SARB's are legendary watches. Easily still worth the inflated costs. Pure class from Seiko

[@CubanBBQ]

I love seeing a well “loved” watch. Makes it look 10x better IMO.

[@huckinator]

Agreed!! Watches were meant to be worn!

[@RandomMizer813]

I own a SARB033 and absolutely love it! Purchased it Feb 2018 at around $400AUD before the prices inflated and it's been my daily wearer ever since. Extreme versatility, gorgeous case proportions, and an open caseback to admire everytime I put it on in the morning. It is an absolutely wonderful daily companion, I really cannot see myself ever selling it. Cheers from Brisbane!

[@jacobhenderson1763]

I wear mine everyday on either a leather or canvas strap. I am in love with it.

[@JohnClarkW]

I picked up my SARB035 about a week before the discontinued leak came out. This is one of my favorite watches. The finishing is better than most watches under $1000. I had to get a clasp extension to get it to fit on my large wrists, and it added 4 micro adjustments, thankfully it was cheaper than an extra link. I think these are the best affordable alternatives to the Aqua Terra or the Explorer I.

[@LORENIFFT68]

Wonderful review. It does come down to size I feel since the quality and style are very likely still worth the prices asked even while inflated at the moment. Thank you for reviewing this in the excellent manner that you have.

[@GeordsYouTube]

I am currently wearing a Seiko SNXS73 which has a silver sunburst dial, they do a blue dial and a dark gray/black . I see this as a great alternative for the current price of a sarb you could get every SNXS dial colour option. A few great quality straps would fit within the funds needed although the 19mm lugs can limit this, you can push some 20mm straps on but makes removal harder. The stock bracelet has a retro charm about it but it’s an acquired taste, most would want to throw it back in the box and never look at it again

[@ogrxdy]

I have a little SNKM47, which I like to call my "SARB033 on a budget" and I love it. Wouldn't mind upgrading it to the 033 one day though.

[@HughRogers609]

I got a used one for $350AUD. Didn't run to specs, so a retired watchmaker dismantled the movement and overhauled it for $100. Said it was very dry inside, not well oiled which isn't uncommon with mass produced spring movements. Now it runs almost as well as my quartz.

[@MrERNEST2011]

Very cool video! A well-worn and loved watch is the most beautiful finish you can get imo. As of Jan. 2020, SARB033/035 are selling used for $600-$700 USD. The new SARX033/035 (that are similar) start new around $700.

[@henrybenrycat1]

Yep, that last Seiko / Monkeyswag combo just has to the THE everyday wearer look for me and the great thing is that there's plenty of ways to get it at whatever price point fits your wallet. Great content - thank you.

[@othonmartinez3084]

Alpinist, Cocktail time, Tuna and this one are my perfect four watch collection.

[@scottymagoo4025]

I paid the over the odds price 4 months ago for the black version. Don't regret it, it's never off my wrist. In terms of smackaroonies per wear it's way ahead of anything else I own.

[@wigmaster7894]

that rust brown strap made it look amazing

[@willblake72]

Glad to see that perlon. I've got a few like it that I love on this watch.

[@tezzanewton]

I have this watch and the Alpinist. I paid the inflated prices for both of them and love them. They’re not going anywhere.

[@Trex100]

Ditto. Except I just bought the 033.

[@tezzanewton]

Trex100 . I wrestled with getting one of those too but decided on the SARX039. All are awesome watches.

[@cyclepath78]

Great watch and a great review. I always look forward to your content!

[@0017Bulldog]

"Hadn't had enough beer on the night"....priceless. You always keep me entertained Jody.

[@bimlocsin2707]

My next SARB! Got the 033 and 017 in the stable. Love the SARB series.

[@robpeters2296]

Buy it the watch is phenomenal

[@dpearson80808]

I picked up my SARB033 pre owned, but like new, with the bracelet still in the plastic and a ColaReb strap for... $500CDN. I am aware that there are higher end pieces that are only a little bit more than what I paid, but everything seems to be 40-41mm!! 38 is my absolute max unless it’s a diver and I sold my SKX for that reason. The SARB033 fits me PERFECTLY. And while I may one day realize that I could have had better for my money... well... so be it. But for now I couldn’t be happier and I am wearing this piece every day with a smile!

[@faisalingalong]

I’m personally glad I picked up the black 033, hardly worn, and not got gouged for it. It stopped me looking at the Rolex Explorer I as I felt it fulfilled that role. I wear it on a nice leather strap mostly too ;)

[@mrbacchus6127]

Sometimes it's nice to see a review of a well used watch. Love my Sarb035 but it was a slow burn for me. I initially was unimpressed thinking it small and plain, it took wearing it a bit to fully appreciate. Good review, you brought up some details I don't think I ever really noticed.

[@michabecik1823]

I bought my SARB033 2 years ago in Japan for around 260 bucks. It still looks great and runs +2/-2 a day. Best buy ever!

[@josephstuart4440]

Wwoooohhhooooo! I’m so happy my watch was compared to the Opera House! Great work Jody! Pretty chuffed with the fact that we have the same sized wrists!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks again Joe! I'll post it home on Monday mate!

[@samuelball8775]

Thanks for lending it in Joe 👍

[@TheInnsmouthGazette]

Wearing mine now. Wouldn't swap it for any in production watch I can think of.

[@jwags24]

I picked one up on an amazon sale for $318 usd. Immediately put it on a nice leather strap. What a lovely watch for the price. I wish Seiko continued to make watches around the 38mm range.

[@markplayford5836]

Picked up one on eBay in the U.K. for around £200 after watching J. Anthony's rave review. A week later his broke and found some Chinese components in it, just as my new purchase arrived. At first I was disappointed as I thought it was too small and I'm more used to 40-42 same size wrist as yourself. Having said that I love it and even took it on holiday as an evening watch. Caught a guy wearing a Navitimer oggling it, he might have thought it was a GS too. I would swap it for a SARX, especially the one with blue hands and a bit bigger at 40mm from memory. Keep thinking about flipping it but something holds me back (the inflated price perhaps?). I was going to put it on a Colareb tan suede but after the fashion show I think I prefer the bracelet. Still hovering over the Cadisen diamond and might put the suede on that. Great review.

[@veetour]

I bought the Sarb035 a month ago when it was on sale on Amazon. It’s been my daily watch ever since. I’m glad I bought it even if it is at an inflated price.

[@HoangNguyen-jg8wd]

how much you paid for ?

[@watchesandcaps2566]

It's on amazon right now for $390. Grab it while it lasts. It's being sold by amazon too so it comes with the seiko warranty and free 2 day prime shipping. Guaranteed to sell out soon.

[@Nikioko]

I have a SARB033 as an everyday alternative for my GS SBGA127 and I must say that this watch has a really high value for its price.

[@rioriggs3568]

I actually sold my SARB035 after a few months. I already owned some cheaper dress watches (bambino, etc.) At the end of the day, for around $300-$400 I prefer purchasing a watch that will bring me more joy like another Straton. So I just did!

[@Anthony-ph7mx]

I bought the 035 and the 033 before they were discontinued. i dont really need them both but after changing straps Im finding it so difficult to decide which one I like the most . Im keeping them both so there .

[@sergeis6902]

Discontinuing of SARB033/035 looks as marketing strategy to separate in price 4R and 6R movements, making 6R series more luxurious choice above 500 $. Therefore hard to expect new replacement to appear from Seiko in the same price range with the same level of finishing. I agree what Orient Star may give an alternative for below 500 $ level (also can be within Seiko strategy).

[@H0PEc]

love mine! changed the bracelet to a brown leather... gamechanger

[@SgtHooch]

I bought one, too (the 033). I got lucky and found some on Amazon for $357 (a couple of weeks ago). The price jumped since and I'm so glad I pulled the trigger when I did. I only learned about the SARBs in April. Not sure why Seiko decided to discontinue these in 2018 as they have such cult following. Thanks to #jomw I am a proud & happy owner of a 033. This watch is beautiful.

[@garyk8285]

Yes, buy the 035. Classic colour, true winner.

[@crossbones8956]

I have the 033, but I kind of wish I had got the 035. The White is just so good looking.

[@robpeters2296]

I would pay twice as much for this watch that I just payed at the discontinued price , it blew me away the moment I opened the box , the watch and bracelet is phenomenal, I got the sarb 033

[@Cheetorblz]

Got this a couple of years ago for $280. Size of 38mm is a bit small and style is very conservative, but does keep great time. Didn't realize this was sapphire as most seikos are mineral crystal.

[@rahssell]

They're on sale now on Amazon US for $319. Probably doesn't get much better than that!

[@othonmartinez3084]

found mine at a pawn shop for 84 bucks! so happy

[@Bryce_C.]

Othon Martinez damn, nice find

[@77cjam]

Nice video of a nice watch. I personally wouldn't buy a watch at inflated prices. But some people will, look at some of the Rolex models going for stupid prices. Like the phrase goes, something is only worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it.

[@saiyajedi]

MSRP for the 033 and 035 was ¥45,000 (in the ballpark of $425 US at current rates). I managed to pick up a nearly unused model for a fair bit less because the previous owner lost a friction pin in the bracelet and apparently never bothered to take it to a jeweler. ¥1,000 later and it was good as new.

[@terrybrigden7605]

Nice looks...good review as always.

[@allthingsrandom8137]

It tough for me to buy any watch for more than a standard listing. Unless it’s vintage, or of a more rare breed. I love seiko, but there is a limit to what I’d pay. Great video, as always

[@TimedSquare]

Hey! I agree with you about the inflated prices. This being said, as a proud owner of a 6 inch wrists, there is nothing quite like it, as newer JDM models are bigger... Maybe the SNKL41, but it's definitely not in the same league. So if you throw wrist size into scale, it still might be worth it. IMHO, of course ;) Cheers!

[@TimedSquare]

@@JustOneMoreWatch I get that. It's part of the game :) I enjoyed your review nonetheless! Pssss: check out the SJE073 ;) (completely not in the same price bracket!)

[@dpearson80808]

I couldn’t agree more! I looked and looked and couldn’t find a model anything like the SARB033 or really any that were 38mm. I paid $500CDN for my SARB033 with the bracelet still in plastic and with a ColaReb strap. Yes I overpaid (but to be fair the prices in Canada haven’t ever been in the $300 range new when you include taxes shipping and import duties) but in my opinion the watch doesn’t under deliver. It has all of the same features (aside from AR which I am happy to live without the micro-scratches that come with an outer coating) as similar priced entry level Swiss pieces, and while I’ll admit the ETA 2824 is a somewhat nicer/more interesting looking mov’t, my SARB’s 6R15 outperforms the 2824 (-2s/d vs -6s/d) inside the Mido Baroncelli a friend of mine gave to me. So I can at least say that in my experience, the 6R15 at least performs comparably to an ETA 2824. So with that said, what else does a ~$500 entry level Swiss piece have that the SARB033 doesn’t? I’ll tell you one thing though: Here in Canada, some of the prices on eBay.ca have climbed as high as $1,200 and beyond. Would I pay that much for a SARB033? No. Would I sell mine, and turn a $700 profit if you offered me $1200 tomorrow? Not a chance. I can make more money. This watch is discontinued. None more will be made. But I own one, and that is pretty cool 😎

[@savvylifestrategies9445]

I was fortunate enough to buy both when they were around $300, but not sure I would buy one at almost $500. I do have small wrists, so these watches fit me perfectly. They are solidly built and in time will probably continue to increase in price. So, even if you buy one now, you'll likely be able to get your money out of it if you want to sell it later. As you noticed, it is a strap monster. The black strap and cream dial are an elegant combination.

[@iHaejeog]

I'll have to admit that I used to own the SARB033 and SARB035 but ended up selling the SARB035 because the dial got a bit boring eventually for me and the dial on the SARB033 didn't impress me. I also used to own the SARB017 but sold it because I acquired the rare SARB013. I even ended up selling the SARB013 to put my money elsewhere. Recently I was able to snag a SARB070 on the second hand market with the gold colored bezel polished back to stainless steel and am excited for it to come in. The SARB070 has gold indices as opposed to the silver indices on the SARB035. These watches are great but sometimes get washed out by other watches that are more "fun." This SARB035 and the SARB033 are definitely more conservative pieces. I think I'll fall in love with the SARB line again.

[@mattcase9043]

I absolutely love my SARBs. I have the 033 (black dial), 065 (Cocktail Time) and the 017 (Alpinist), and while they all share the same rock solid 6r15 movement, each have their own unique character. If the style calls to you, my advice is don't let the past cloud the present... they will never be $300 again, and you don't want to look back on today and regret not picking it up back 'when it was only $460'. Another great review!

[@pointlesspotential9376]

They were $318 on amazon on Dec 2. Just saying.

[@JohnnyTrulove]

My first sarb was thr alpinist, got it 2 years ago and loved it. I just got thw 033 from a seller in Japan. Such a beauty.

[@Kaparzo]

Bought a used SARB033 in Japan for 33,800 JPY (through Mercari). The watch is as good as new, almost 0 scratches anywhere. I was quite surprised. For the price I paid, there's no argument against the purchase. Very happy with it!

[@amorembalming]

You are incredibly watchable mate, pun intended. Love your work.

[@jfigueroa37]

Picked up a SARB035 in 2023 and love it. I like a lot of watches but this one sings to me so I don't see myself selling it until I can get into a Grand Seiko Snowflake. Agree that the OEM bracelet is not good so I swap between a plain brown leather strap and an Uncle Seiko Continental bracelet.

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

I have a sarb033, wish I had a sarx, tho. Slightly larger and more of a dress watch, although they are pretty similar in looks and ticks

[@brianscarborough8642]

The Seiko SNKL41 is a white dial Seiko 5 that could work as a "Baby SARB035." And the SNKL45 works as a great "Baby SARB033," except that it has a red seconds hand.

[@wildreams]

I have both. Thinking of whether to upgrade. Bracelet is a weak spot for those.

[@ZCherish]

My wife and I are both heavily involved, personally and professionally, in the arts; never knew you worked at the Sydney opera house! I would love to visit one day; I'll give you a shoutout if we're ever in the area! Btw, I got my father a SARB033 when it was still in production. It is in about the same condition haha. He LOVES it and he isn't a "watch guy." If I were to get one of these nowadays, though, I would only get an Alpinist. At these prices, there are so many better value options than the SARBs.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

On and off since 2006. 😍😍😍 I'm totally in love with the place. Please look me up if you visit!

[@MrShoryuken1]

I ummm'd and ahhh'd for months about the black dial version when they originally launched. Slightly regret not pulling the trigger back then but at that 'inflated' price, my regrets float away...

[@jerhunt4561]

The SARX’ are 40mm with the 6R15 but $700 and up. I have the 033 and love it and I am shopping for a 033 but I feel the prices will stabilize and possible drop a little.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

Couldn't afford the SARB so I got the SARY. It's great value and a real strap monster. You should review one!

[@richardandaya3932]

I own both. Best watches for the money hands down.

[@Katjang001]

I recently bought the sarb033 and I’m impatienty waiting for the piece to arrive. I can’t want to put it on a leatherstrap and to give it some proper wristtime!

[@daveho852]

thought that sarb033 was kinda vanilla, anyway bought a sarb033 used out of curiosity at US$125 right after the news about its discontinuity broke out - a smart move i reckon. It is magical. longer you have it, more you will love it. it looks beautiful on black leather strap (i share the same feeling as yours about its factory bracelet o..0”) and it helped me refrain from buying an Explorer 1 (“369” we called it) because it holds this space of my collection tightly and nicely. on the other hand, it seduced me to reach out for its bro sarb035, whose current ask is obviously too much... so i’m eyeing for good deal on used ones to come up... may meet you in the bids ^_^’

[@TheSweede12]

I like the watch however like most people I couldn't pay the inflated price Good solid review as always

[@joefagan9335]

Superb well informed review! Though I don’t agree with the final conclusion - buy the inflated price - it was underpriced by several hundred dollars from the start! It’s the best example of a watch lover’s watch ever.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Ahhhh, you should find my "I Was Wrong About The Seiko SARB" video. I changed my mind and bought one! 😂

[@FitOutPost]

Decisions, decisions ... should we or shouldn't we by it? "We can try to avoid making decisions by doing nothing, but even that is a decision." ~ Gary Collins

[@DIYivan04]

anyone else here in 2020 buying new on amazon for $350? Waiting for the hype to subside is always the best move.

[@Povol1]

Hammen Cheese any link? Can’t find at this price

[@asotomayor]

Yes you should, I got both the SARB033 and SARB035 (in fact wearing my SARB035 now). They are my favourite rotations, and I have more expensive - supposedly better - watches but I must say SARBs punch well above their price. Got my 033 over 2 years ago for about C$400, and my 035 more recently at the current price of C$600 all in of course. Are they worth it? Hell yes. Should I have got them at the same time instead? Hell yes to that too but that doesn’t change my decision. When I recently got my 035 even my wife was like “What? Another watch? Damn that’s a CLEAN dial! I like it!”

[@MrPleers]

Just the way I like a dial. Not too much writing on the dial. Just a nice clean design. Especially if I compare it a much more expensive watch like a Rolex Submariner, that has an overkill of text on the dial.

[@AnalogKid82]

The 33 arrived today. Overall, the hype about this being a simple, classic, well-crafted, beautiful watch is true and the 38mm is a great size, even on my 7in wrist. In video and photos, the stock bracelet also looks well-crafted, of solid metal, and arguably decent design, but after actually holding it, the metal is very light and almost feels cheap- I can understand why so many just want the watch and are quick to swap out the bracelet. And it’s clear why the reviewer called it an “after-thought.” Just my opinion. I paid $457US, with Prime, new from Amazon - the range is now 450-950. If the price drops in the next few weeks I’ll try to get one for cheaper and return this one. Or maybe I’ll be happy I got it for under 500 and just keep it.

[@alanthompson9240]

The only 6R I have is currently running -2.5 a day. Not too shabby. Watch is only a year old, so time will tell.

[@Osprey1994]

Same thoughts I have when it comes to this watch now. At the lower price I would have pulled the trigger on the watch but I came in late to watches (this fall) and I decided it's better to just get an SKX0013K2 on sale. PS. I like the Presage line a lot but maybe next time they go on sale.

[@ramzey189]

How did that work out? I am deciding between the SKX013 ($249) and the SARB033 ($499). I am leaning Sarb and want to be convinced to get the 013!

[@yangxu2496]

Great video mate！

[@craig2100]

Pretty cream dial. However. Agree the price point doesn't point me to purchase one. Cheers

[@jurajunek5465]

Missed 035 for original price, but having it in the “plan” , despite the bracelet connection to the case it is a beauty! I looked at sarx043. It tries to be more “trendy” (for good or bad - depends on personal preferences) but bracelet das not communicate with the lugs either! 🙄. Sydney opera syndrome continues to the higher price level as well...

[@mynameisavailable]

Interestingly, at release time, this model's RPP was 500USD I believe, though.

[@allthestroke88]

I still love the 033 and 035, but buying from Canada I've got to pay import taxes on top of the inflated prices. So it's just not for me. Which is a shame because at 38mm this is in the sweet spot.

[@mojobuddy22]

I'm never gonna sell mine. Despite of the bracelet, it's so much value for the money. I've recently serviced it for 150 bucks. There's nothing not to love about it.

[@MrChickster12]

Another great review thanks nice looking watch but not my taste I just splashed out for a sinn 104, most expensive watch in my collection...I do have a skx0013 though

[@fondajames]

Was looking at this one and the sary055. Went with the 055 after a long time considering. Still kinda want this one too lol they're fairly similar though

[@mb-watches]

Loving the sarb 035 and got mine for 300€ new with stickers still on it. A great watch and rocking it. There are alternatives but I for example ain’t like the sarx hands so it is not an option, I think the sarb is sort of unique. Great review as usual, was fun to watch 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@utkuburakozkan3789]

from where did you buy from that price?

[@mb-watches]

Utku Burak Ozkan from the german Watch Forum, the “Uhrforum” market space. I was lucky I guess though

[@utkuburakozkan3789]

@@mb-watches is it second hand? Since I also live in Vienna, it would be ideal for me to buy from there hahaha.

[@mb-watches]

Utku Burak Ozkan, you should actually 😁 my watch is from a user who bought his and didn’t liked it. It was maybe 2 weeks with him with all stickers on and he puts it into the market space, found it, for it 😁

[@DouglasRosser]

Got mine today, on Dec 14 2020. Amazon had the SARB035 listed at $414 and change. I spent basically all year trying to find a watch that would scratch the "SARB itch" with other watches...

[@darrylforsyth2166]

These watches were seriously good value when you could buy them in the Japanese shops. I brought one last year from Bic Camera in Hiroshima for $240US. Amazing value at that price

[@manzahalem8845]

Wow! No brainer at that price! That's as good a price as they've ever been available anywhere in the world I believe.

[@darrylforsyth2166]

@@manzahalem8845 actually at the time I saw it around that price in quite a few places in Japan. You are always going to get better pieces when you are actually in the stores in Japan than the on line sites. And unfortunately I have found that most of these local Japanese shops aren't normally that keen to deliver overseas so it is hard to access these great prices unless you are there

[@nathanbastin867]

do be aware that the Japanese retail on them was 45,000 yen when they were still available. I got mine for 30,000 over here at a shop that was trying to get rid of their old stock, but still the $500 for one isn't that expensive for what you get!

[@wiwe4741]

Hey mate! Sorry but this time I can’t agree with you! IMO the former MSRP was a real steal. The Sarx is a real nice watch but way bigger and much more expensive! Now the most of the Presage line watches came with a downgraded movement at a higher price 😩 I have the 33 & the 35 and I have no issues at all, both are running with +3 to +6 sec. 😍 Because of the bracelet: is this the original Sarb033 one or may be from the 35? Although the watches are the same, the end links/bracelet are slightly different! I wanted to keep one bracelet new - but unfortunately .... 😩😩😩

[@kristopherjazz9295]

You bring up an excellent point about price and movement being a deterrent but I’m curious to know what you would recommend instead of the SARB033.

[@kopibibi3365]

hey, u should do a video in hunter valley too ! beautiful place !

[@thewatchloungechris]

Love my Sarb

[@davidcoleman2463]

I got my seiko sarbo35 for $500 ca on Amazon . I love it .

[@bigdawg9283]

Thanks for another great video Jody! Its actually right on time for me as I am also late to the Seiko party. You've already helped me add two great watches to my little collection: The Helm Vanuatu, which I love and the Richard Legrand Odyssea MK II, which has now become my favorite everyday piece. I was hoping to get your opinion on something but this video may have slightly answered my question. I'm a little torn between 2 choices for my next watch. I was considering picking up the Seiko SARB033 because of its reputation and nickname (Baby Grand Seiko) and all the hoopla with the discontinuation but of course I was hoping to do that before the prices go too sky high. But Timex just released the 1st Timex automatic that really caught my eye: The S1 Giorgio Galli. With prices steadily rising on the Sarb033 I'm leaning more towards the more modern S1. Any thoughts? Or any opinion of the Timex S1 in general? Also I know JOMW "watchers" are some of the most informed and enthusiastic watch people out there so I also welcome any opinions from the collective. Thanks again.

[@ChipZilla69]

I have both the 033 and the 035 and they are great. Mine loses about 6-8 servings per day. They are strap monsters.

[@TheShotenZenjin]

A heads up...the Sarb033 and 035 now (4/27/19) on sale at amazon Japan for just under 34,000 yen (about US$300)

[@the_9ent]

Both amazing watches. 2nd hand market prices start at £400 for the 035! Anyone know how much these models were when first released?

[@mrdisco99]

Just like the Alpinist, if you cross your fingers and toes and look at just the right time, Amazon (USA) will offer these new with Seiko warranty for $318.75, sold by Amazon.com (Alpinist sells for $356.75). More likely to see these in the mornings, every couple weeks or so. They seem to sell maybe 20-50 of these at a time and then go back to the 3rd party sellers with their more market driven prices. I got my SARB033 this way and it's my favorite watch. At that price, these are amazing value. I still can't believe these used to be sold that cheaply on the regular. That said, I probably wouldn't buy one for more than $400 today.

[@UnNamedTrucker]

I love my 033. I’m wondering now if I should get an 035 before they get stupid expensive.

[@kosmar]

I'll be keeping one of each color in the box for 20 years. but should i remove the stickers or not?