My favorite Seiko is a no nothing stainless Seiko 5 I bought brand new when I was 16 years old. I'm 67 years old now and retired and still own and occasionally wear the watch. The watch went through high school, college and my first real job. I do own an obligatory SKX and couple of Seiko dress watches but when I put this watch on it brings back some good memories. Yes, I had complete service done but that's only one service in over 50 years.
Lol yea Chateau's comment makes me feel slightly ashamed that I didn't take enough care of any watch I had in my younger days to last me through major life milestones!
I got Seiko 5 as a gift in 1971 (I was 11 at the time), wearing it next ~10 years and put it in the bottom of the drawer and forgot about it for 37 years. Last year I was doing some cleaning, found it, shake it a bit and - woala, running like champ. And still working just fine 1 year later.
One thing I like about you and your channel is that you have a passion about this hobby. It is not only about Rolexes all the time and the investment aspect of it. You appreciate the history of a lot of different brands and your enthusiasm really shows. Keep up the good work. I get to learn a lot thought your channel while other ones only talk about investment and Rolexes, whick takes away the romanticism about these lovely timepieces.
I was in JAPAN this past July!!!! went straight to Grand Seiko and then the Seiko Store in Ginza District Tokyo. Ended up buying a Special Edition Seiko Presage!!!. #240 out of 300!!!! Absolutely enamored with the country and culture. YOU WILL LOVE IT TGV!!! CHEERS!
Many years ago, I made a patent for a competitor group. A bit later, an engineer from Seiko that worked on the same issue called me up, curious to talk to somebody half around the world that thought similar and to congratulate me. A true gentleman and just two guys talking about their passion. Seiko deserves a lot more respect for their quality and innovation.
That satire intro was hilarious! I didn’t think much of Seiko, until I learned about watches and was amazed at their history, diversity and innovation. Now I have immense love for seiko consider them a favorite brand.
I have two seiko, one is a 17 years old seiko kinetic and Sea Urchin seiko 5, absolutely stunning watch. Love them for their durability and accuracy. Thank you so much for making this video. Love watching the rich history of Seiko..
Seiko is my favorite brand and has been for over 20 years now. My dad go me my first Seiko as a graduation present. I still have that watch. I have owned and sold dozens of Seikos. They will always be the core of my collection.
TGV since discovering this great channel, 2x years ago, I have become obsessed with Seiko and accordingly have influenced many friends and family to purchase one. I have sold all my Swiss watches (Omega, Tudor, Glycine and Hamilton) and have started the journey. I now have three. My personal fav is my Sarx045, a perfect everyday watch. My goal is a Grand Seiko GMT.
so this just happened: I took a quick break from office work to watch the video, my boss came in and first it was really awkward because he caught me watching the video... but we ended up watching it together and discussing watches for another 20 minutes... guess he is also a watch guy!
Great synopsis. I had no idea how refined their top tier efforts and innovations were. But Japanese craftsmanship has always been of the highest, almost mystical level in so many disciplines. And having practical, reliable and affordable product at the same time, pun intended, is just fabulous. Thanks for the history lesson.
After years of Tag, Panerai, Hublot, Omega and other Swiss watches, a trip to Japan had me hooked on Seiko. I've since sold a number of my Swiss watches and purchased predominantly Seiko and I couldn't be happier.
I don’t think the Kamakazee watch was their darkest hour. One may be on the other side of the politics of that but they did what their country asked them/needed them to do. IWC, Laco and Stowa all supplied to the German army but they are phenomenal brands on their own. In times of war the rules are different. As alway great content. Onwards and upwards!
The video maker was being a nationalistic moron. Every nation has skeletons in its closet, and so have the businesses of these nations. A man who is apparently English-American should be the last person to throw stones. A man who is apparently Chinese-American should be the second to last.
There's a reason so many people have Seiko in their hearts, because it was most likely their first watch. From Seiko 5's through to the Grand Seiko's, its a hell of a range for a very wide scope of society whatever country you are in. Simply excellent watches be it simple or highly technical. They work and provide constant.............satisfaction. Thanks TGV
Such an incredible video TGV, this was my favorite of 2019 thus far. It was a great reminder of why I've enjoyed collecting Seiko timepieces for over 40yrs. Superlative job mate, cheers!
My first mechanical watch was a Seiko SKX173 bought from a wholesaler in Manhattan's Diamond District around 1998. My daughter now wears that watch, my other daughter was given my Pepsi Orient Mako. There are two SARBS and a SUMO in my collection currently, but my favorite has to be my Presage Chrono SARX005. It is perfectly sized at 41mm, has a beautiful, non-7750 tri-compax layout, is exquisitely finished, has delightful blued hands, column wheel and clutches, and can be worn for months without having to reset the time. All of that for under $1500.
my first watch was a gift from my father a Citizen Bullhead, and from that moment I met a new world for me, soon my favorite brand was Seiko, Orient and of course Citizen.
Seiko, Citizen, and Casio are the big 3 of Japanese watchmaking. And tbh should be considered the holy trinity of watchmaking as opposed to Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin.
TGV, your videos never fail to entertain, inform and inspire. Reading your heartfelt and genuine replies to people’s comments reminds me just how respectful the watch community is. Keep doing what you’re doing, much love from New Zealand Thanks Zachary
I have a lasting memory of seeing the Seiko TV watch in Tokyo's Narita airport back in the 80s. It was literally the coolest thing I had ever seen. Nowadays, I long for a high-accuracy quartz 9F-equipped watch. The variants capable of doing 5s a year are astounding.
You should be the Ambassador for Seiko brand. Your insights on this particular brand is incomparable. FYI I love and own a brand new Seiko Sumo which I bought and not thinking of getting any other watch after that.
It is so hard to pick a favorite, so I will just go with my first Seiko, the SPB089 Blue Alpinist. Also, that intro is an instant classic. Such great stuff.
My favorite is the 1st mechanical watch that I ever owned. At 52 years old I discovered your amazing channel and was inspired to purchase it by you, TGV! The Seiko SNK809. Thank you!
I also share the love for Seiko, been a fan of the brand since my teen years. And though I have yet to own one (* I know, life happens ...), I am looking forward for my first Seiko to commemorate my 10th year in Japan. If/when you visit japan, I would very much like to share a Yebisu beer with you.
Bellissimo video! You started my addiction for the Seiko 5s. They are just the perfect size for women! I am blown away by their precision and refinement. I even dared to open one and regulate it myself as a complete beginner by following a video, now it keeps absolute perfect time. My next horology project will be to replace the hardlex crystals with sapphire. I love Seiko watches and I will keep buying them. Grazie Tristano! 😘
I am subscribing to this excellent SEIKO promoter 😊 Just got my first SEIKO 5 and I am blown away by the craftmanship. Looking forward to more of these videos.
I received my Seiko SNJ028 'Arnie' on September 30th and I wore it while watching your video. I really appreciate your appreciation of watches from inexpensive Timex up to unattainable watches (at least for me). One day, I will add 'luxury' pieces to my collection of 31 watches but I still love my Seiko watches.
Great video, as always. Personally, I very much enjoy my Flightmaster, but also have a newer Samurai that I wear on the weekends. I think Seiko is one of the most innovative and widely respected brands on the planet. Rightfully so.
There are 3 brands that folk aka actual people either own or have owned- at least once. These are Timex , Seiko and Casio. You are spot on with all your points. For me, Seiko is awesome. Seiko is iconic in horlogical history but they have never stood on that history..Seiko is still challenging Swiss dominance today. Seiko does truly specialise in everything and that drives snobs absolutely mad.
Excellent information provided here TGV. I have a couple of Seiko pieces in my collection but after watching this and learning about the brand I appreciate them much more now. They truly have a wide variety of pieces for every corner of the market it seems, and the fact that they beat the Swiss at their game makes them even that more impressive. I'm now looking online to see what my next purchase will be and after watching this I'm shopping for another Seiko. I used to just think of Seiko as mall jewelry store watches because that's what I see in the displays of the local shops but I now value them more as a quality built, reliable, affordable time piece with outstanding selection.
I’m liking this episode after seeing the opening, hysterical. Bought my wife a Seiko SARB to get her into the hobby because of TGV’s advice. She loves it. Keep these shows coming.
So often when a watch is tested by a tyrannosaurus, it is not specially trained :-) Well said. Too many watch people fail to see Seiko for what it really is. If I had to limit myself to only one Seiko, considering all aspects, it would be the one I'm wearing now, the green Alpinist. It is such a perfect storm of style, class and toughness and not so expensive that you have to worry about it.
Absolutely fantastic history of a wonderful and diverse watch maker. I liked your comment about Seiko putting Horology first - that sums it up. I have been a fan for as long as I can remember and wholeheartedly agree with all that you have presented and said here. I must say that it makes me happy to hear that you are such a fan of the marque, considering your personal watch ownership history. I just love watching and listening to you and your vids, Cheers.
Currently wearin' my new SRPE60K1 two tone, silver & gold. Someone complemented me on it & said they thought it was a Rolex. Made me feel good all day, thank you Seiko...
The Seiko Monster is what I consider to be Seiko's most underrated achievement. Making a dive watch that didn't resemble the Rolex Submariner was risky and difficult, but to make something that endured long enough to become an icon in its own right is the stuff of legend.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for justifying my love for this wonderful brand! I got hooked to Seiko in 2015, when the company I was with at the time gave me an SNQ010 quartz perpetual calendar as a 5 year anniversary gift. Since then, my collection has grown quite a bit. Let's just say every day could be Seiko Saturday for me, and it would take a few weeks for me to cycle through every one of them. Great video, as always, TGV. Keep them coming. Cheers!
Got my first wristwatch recently after deciding to distance myself more from my phone. I went with a Seiko 5 (SNK803)with a navy and tan nato strap based on your videos. I am just in love with it.
Seiko may not be perfect in every way, but I firmly believe they are the best bang for your buck out there. I love many other brands but I will always have a Seiko in the rotation. The fact they make quality watches at every price point and to such high standards and all in house tells me they are an outstanding company that knows great watches are for everybody....not just the affluent. Great video TGV!
YESSSSSSSS!!! I am with you brother!!!! You hit the nail on the head with this comment, thank you my friend. *insert firm manly hand shake and nod of respect here. Best regards, TGV
@NateStevens1992 "I firmly believe they are the best bang for your buck out there". Nate, please wake up! This statement is no longer relevant, no more. They are going upmarket. They want to be Seiko 5 at the price of a moonwatch, they want to be the next Omega. "The fact they make quality watches at every price point and to such high standards"... please stop reading this mantra, it's simply not true. The fairytales about japanese quality just faide away when you take in your hands an SKX. The 4r35 costs 30 USD, but they still put 7S26 in their lowerend models. How old is that movement? 20-30 Years? Seiko's lower end models are put into a shame by their chinese counterparts. It's a fact.
How the FK is seiko the best bang for buck LOL. It COULD be in the higher-end pieces, but cheap seikos are not as good as cheap casios. CIRCLEJERK more.
@@rafaelteixeira2739 , don't be sorry, your comment was on a subject. I like it. Besides, i will just know that i'm not alone ;) I undestand the people who sell watches - they don't want to ruin their realtionship with the manufacturers, but it's incomprehensible to my mind just how buyers can be such a blind. You take the SKX in your hands, you know that the same watch if it was made officially in China would'we have the price tag of 70 USD or less with the 4r35 movement. Seiko sells it for 200 USD and everyone says "it's a great bang bor the buck". No comment.
Awesome Entry...!!! You have taught me so much, and have helped add knowledge and excitement to my collecting experience. You are a gentleman and a scholar!
The most famous ads of Seiko that amazed me in the mid 90's is "SEIKO KINETIC AUTO RELAY" I was a boy and poor but I dreamt to own Seiko one day in the future. Now I own a 1994 Seiko kinetic that has been 2 times repaired to authorized Seiko service center for the last 12 years. It's full of scratches and dings but I cherish it .
Another great video!! Well done!❤ Favourites are many: Grand Seiko Godzilla, Grand Seiko Shizukuishi Studio, Grand Seiko Quartz, Credor Vintage, Presage enamel white, etc etc!
Amazing video. I am actually addicted to this channel now. My love for Seiko is new. Bought their coutura solar watch and got the seiko bug. Now i have 4 more shortlisted which i am planning to buy soon. Starting with Prospex Padi Chronograph special edition. And maybe someday would love to buy a Grand Seiko !! Thanks for these amazing videos.
Great video! I’m going to Japan in December and one goal is to visit a Grand Seiko boutique. Gave my son an SKX009 to kick off his senior year in high school and he’s loving it. I have both the SKX007 & 009, and a modded 007 from Long Island Watches. Favorite Seiko is my SARX035; beautiful watch!
The watch on my wrist right now is a 40 year old 7548-700H. I recently put a new battery in it for the first time in decades. It started up immediately and has been just as accurate as when I received it new as a gift when I was 16. With it's size and bright orange dial, it's far more in style now than it was when I got it. Fits me wonderfully. I'm glad to be able to enjoy it again.
I can not say that this is my favorite watch that they make, as I have only experienced a fraction of what they have to offer, but the watch to which i seem to gravitate towards almost every day is my SNK809. It is small, simple, inexpensive, and on an olive perlon strap it is also very comfortable. My best friends (whose wrist is considerably larger than mine) wears his SKX007 daily.
As a seiko lover myself, this video express me perfectly. THANK YOU! By the way, my favorite seikos are the Grand Seiko Spring Drive and the iconical SKX007 because its possible to mod it in so many ways...
I read the comments and I think all has been said. Well documented and very well presented content. Selecting my favorite SEIKO is all thats left to close my comment....a very difficult task. The Quartz sbbn 031 and the automatic sbdc 053. Congrats 🍾🎊🎉
Top quality video production, research, content, topic, presentation, this is why The Urban Gentry is the best channel for horology! Keep up the fantastic job TGV
The Seiko SKX007 was my first "real" watch, 12 years ago. I fell in love with dive watches at that moment, and especially Seikos with their history and sturdy value. That SKX007 is just back from a servicing, it's first in 12 years. And some might say "Just bin it and buy another", I find that to be the reason we're in such a mess in North America. The disposable society, where nothing is built to last, and obsolescence is built into products, and yet that SKX is still in fantastic shape, and simply needed some gasket love and other tune-ups. It's been with me in the middle of the Pacific, too many other bodies of water to count, and is one of the things I will take should there ever be a fire. My current favourite watch is my SRP779, I simply don't have a watch that sees more wrist time, or that fascinates me like the Turtle does. I plan on adding a few more Turtles to the stable, as well as an SKX009, an "Arnie" and a Tuna at some point. Vintage-wise, I'd LOVE a Pogue, a 6105 too. I will say however that Seiko is faltering in some areas. Price, customer base consideration and QC are to name but a few. It seems they've gotten high on their own supply and have too great a touch of arrogance with whatever their current strategy is.
I'm learning so much about the Seiko brand, it's not only affordable but it's also a brand that will continue to go up in value because of how the Japanese people view workmanship, between them and the Germans you can expect everything that they touch to literally turn into gold.
Fantastic video. Greatly appreciate the quality of editing and information you put out. Also, Seiko is great; very high quality while remaining humble as is the common Japanese theme.
There has been a Seiko Flightmaster on my wrist for about a month.....and I LOVE it. I fell in love with the look of it, but after listening to your praise of the model....I HAD to own one (and I'm glad I did). The thing is tough as nails, too. I'm rough on watches and this thing still looks flawless. The next Seiko would be a vintage black dial Grand Seiko. Those are just beautiful. Great vid, as always!
My first automatic watch was a Seiko 5, bought after my Seiko Kinetic failed (capacitor). I’ve had it for 14 years and still wear it regularly. It started off my interest in horology, which led me to buying a Hamilton mechanical, a lovely blue Orient Mako XL, a Bulova automatic diver, and a Seiko Mecha-quartz chrono (which I’m passing on to a young relative to hopefully kindle an interest in watches). I’ve also bought a couple of vintage Swatches, from ‘83 and ‘87 ranges. I’m now saving for a Tudor, as a 50th birthday treat! I’ll thin out my watch collection when I buy it to just the Seiko 5, Hammy and Tudor. Love these history videos!
My favourite Seiko is a 5 automatic bought in 1994 and it runs like new. It is a model similar in style to a Rolex President and it still keeps its appeal regardless of all those years. No watch brand beats Seiko, no one. Great video.
Hey Seiko if you're reading this send this man a credor or something!! He's like the best ad you could possibly have marketed.
Better yet, Seiko, send ME the Credor and I'll give this video a "like"!
Seiko and Casio is how i got into watches ! Much respect
@CRF.Channel97 Seiko seems to be taking a path similiar to Swiss brands, unfortunatelly...
@@carlosamaral6917 for luxury segment only with Grand Seiko
My favorite Seiko is a no nothing stainless Seiko 5 I bought brand new when I was 16 years old. I'm 67 years old now and retired and still own and occasionally wear the watch. The watch went through high school, college and my first real job. I do own an obligatory SKX and couple of Seiko dress watches but when I put this watch on it brings back some good memories. Yes, I had complete service done but that's only one service in over 50 years.
Now i wish i could have the opportunity to buy a seiko when i was 16 years old.
Cool
Wow, that's an awesome story!
Guitar D !
Lol yea Chateau's comment makes me feel slightly ashamed that I didn't take enough care of any watch I had in my younger days to last me through major life milestones!
I got Seiko 5 as a gift in 1971 (I was 11 at the time), wearing it next ~10 years and put it in the bottom of the drawer and forgot about it for 37 years. Last year I was doing some cleaning, found it, shake it a bit and - woala, running like champ. And still working just fine 1 year later.
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One thing I like about you and your channel is that you have a passion about this hobby. It is not only about Rolexes all the time and the investment aspect of it. You appreciate the history of a lot of different brands and your enthusiasm really shows. Keep up the good work. I get to learn a lot thought your channel while other ones only talk about investment and Rolexes, whick takes away the romanticism about these lovely timepieces.
What I like about TGV is his genuine passion for horology and...his authenticity.
Totally agree best watch channel on TH-cam 😎♥
Invicta is the greatest watch in the entire multiverse 😳🤣
I was in JAPAN this past July!!!! went straight to Grand Seiko and then the Seiko Store in Ginza District Tokyo. Ended up buying a Special Edition Seiko Presage!!!. #240 out of 300!!!! Absolutely enamored with the country and culture. YOU WILL LOVE IT TGV!!! CHEERS!
Lucky! I personally love the seiko presage a lot
More than 40 Seikos in my collection. From the 60s until now. Also my favorite brand.
@DuKirpalani I am even crazier. I have 3 times more, both vintage and new, including many GS/KS, a disease i got from my watchmaker friend.
Mauricio. You on Instagram?
Mauricio Torres please upload a video, if you don’t mind showing it to the rest of us.
The production of this video is absolutely “top notch”. Enjoyed it thoroughly. Thank you.
this intro, you just keep getting better and better.. can't even begin to sum up the quotes from this one
The costumes too, my goodness
"By putting horology before profit"
I actually think YOU are responsible for a reasonable amount of seikos profit TGV^^
Yup, this! ^^^
@@DA-lk5np No, He shouldn't!
@@DA-lk5np Especially people you don't like.
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@@mattipra Hahaha.. Agreed, you shouldn't tell people you don't like to get a SEIKO 😂😂😂
Many years ago, I made a patent for a competitor group. A bit later, an engineer from Seiko that worked on the same issue called me up, curious to talk to somebody half around the world that thought similar and to congratulate me. A true gentleman and just two guys talking about their passion. Seiko deserves a lot more respect for their quality and innovation.
That satire intro was hilarious!
I didn’t think much of Seiko, until I learned about watches and was amazed at their history, diversity and innovation. Now I have immense love for seiko consider them a favorite brand.
I have two seiko, one is a 17 years old seiko kinetic and Sea Urchin seiko 5, absolutely stunning watch. Love them for their durability and accuracy. Thank you so much for making this video. Love watching the rich history of Seiko..
Seiko is my favorite brand and has been for over 20 years now. My dad go me my first Seiko as a graduation present. I still have that watch. I have owned and sold dozens of Seikos. They will always be the core of my collection.
TGV since discovering this great channel, 2x years ago, I have become obsessed with Seiko and accordingly have influenced many friends and family to purchase one. I have sold all my Swiss watches (Omega, Tudor, Glycine and Hamilton) and have started the journey. I now have three. My personal fav is my Sarx045, a perfect everyday watch. My goal is a Grand Seiko GMT.
so this just happened: I took a quick break from office work to watch the video, my boss came in and first it was really awkward because he caught me watching the video... but we ended up watching it together and discussing watches for another 20 minutes... guess he is also a watch guy!
My favorite Seiko is my GS Snowflake.
Dream piece, truly.
Snowflake
Phenomenal watch
oh to OWN one !
Those things are a bomb to service
Fantastic and we'll put together video! I learned a lot! Seiko has become my favorite brand and I appreciate all the Information!
Prepare for the hate from the Rolex fan boys (many of whom have never actually owned a Rolex).
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
And.. didn't see any.
The only thing more accurate than the points made in this video, is my Grand Seiko 9F.
Nice one
Great synopsis. I had no idea how refined their top tier efforts and innovations were. But Japanese craftsmanship has always been of the highest, almost mystical level in so many disciplines. And having practical, reliable and affordable product at the same time, pun intended, is just fabulous. Thanks for the history lesson.
It’s more of a documentary than a simple video. Wonderful!
My Dad bought me a digital pulsar when i was 8. 37 years later it still goes, I can still wear it and it sits proudly in my watch collection😊
Dudeeee. That intro! I've just been binging your chanel and it's the best. The culture, the history, the inspiration. It's a journey to manhood.
This intro is a masterpiece
After years of Tag, Panerai, Hublot, Omega and other Swiss watches, a trip to Japan had me hooked on Seiko. I've since sold a number of my Swiss watches and purchased predominantly Seiko and I couldn't be happier.
I don’t think the Kamakazee watch was their darkest hour. One may be on the other side of the politics of that but they did what their country asked them/needed them to do. IWC, Laco and Stowa all supplied to the German army but they are phenomenal brands on their own. In times of war the rules are different. As alway great content. Onwards and upwards!
I agree.
I agree. Duty to country. Can't hold it against Volkswagen. Can't hold it against Seiko.
Love their product because of the quality. It does not give them the right to rewrite history!
@@rainbowpony425 Is this a general comment or does Seiko actually deny their involvement?
The video maker was being a nationalistic moron. Every nation has skeletons in its closet, and so have the businesses of these nations. A man who is apparently English-American should be the last person to throw stones. A man who is apparently Chinese-American should be the second to last.
There's a reason so many people have Seiko in their hearts, because it was most likely their first watch. From Seiko 5's through to the Grand Seiko's, its a hell of a range for a very wide scope of society whatever country you are in. Simply excellent watches be it simple or highly technical. They work and provide constant.............satisfaction. Thanks TGV
Such an incredible video TGV, this was my favorite of 2019 thus far. It was a great reminder of why I've enjoyed collecting Seiko timepieces for over 40yrs. Superlative job mate, cheers!
Absolutely fantastic video, thank you TGV for acknowledging Seiko’s history and achievements throughout history.
What a bloody stylish grotesque transcendental intro this is. Can't get used to how cool it is. Love
Bought my first Seiko because of this channel. Thank you TGV!!!
I love when you go deep into the history of a brand. As someone still learning, I wish you did a whole series focused on different brand histories.
My first mechanical watch was a Seiko SKX173 bought from a wholesaler in Manhattan's Diamond District around 1998. My daughter now wears that watch, my other daughter was given my Pepsi Orient Mako. There are two SARBS and a SUMO in my collection currently, but my favorite has to be my Presage Chrono SARX005. It is perfectly sized at 41mm, has a beautiful, non-7750 tri-compax layout, is exquisitely finished, has delightful blued hands, column wheel and clutches, and can be worn for months without having to reset the time. All of that for under $1500.
my first watch was a gift from my father a Citizen Bullhead, and from that moment I met a new world for me, soon my favorite brand was Seiko, Orient and of course Citizen.
as in the watch featured in once upon a time in Hollywood ?
Seiko > Citizen
Seiko, Citizen, and Casio are the big 3 of Japanese watchmaking. And tbh should be considered the holy trinity of watchmaking as opposed to Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin.
TGV, your videos never fail to entertain, inform and inspire. Reading your heartfelt and genuine replies to people’s comments reminds me just how respectful the watch community is.
Keep doing what you’re doing, much love from New Zealand
Thanks
Zachary
I have a lasting memory of seeing the Seiko TV watch in Tokyo's Narita airport back in the 80s. It was literally the coolest thing I had ever seen. Nowadays, I long for a high-accuracy quartz 9F-equipped watch. The variants capable of doing 5s a year are astounding.
You should be the Ambassador for Seiko brand. Your insights on this particular brand is incomparable. FYI I love and own a brand new Seiko Sumo which I bought and not thinking of getting any other watch after that.
Seiko does it all and they do it well. I’m in agreement on this.
I went to Japan last year and bought a SARV033 black dial, lovely watch! Every time I wear it, it reminds me of the trip! Love it 👍
It is so hard to pick a favorite, so I will just go with my first Seiko, the SPB089 Blue Alpinist. Also, that intro is an instant classic. Such great stuff.
My favorite is the 1st mechanical watch that I ever owned. At 52 years old I discovered your amazing channel and was inspired to purchase it by you, TGV! The Seiko SNK809. Thank you!
I also share the love for Seiko, been a fan of the brand since my teen years. And though I have yet to own one (* I know, life happens ...), I am looking forward for my first Seiko to commemorate my 10th year in Japan. If/when you visit japan, I would very much like to share a Yebisu beer with you.
Bellissimo video! You started my addiction for the Seiko 5s. They are just the perfect size for women! I am blown away by their precision and refinement. I even dared to open one and regulate it myself as a complete beginner by following a video, now it keeps absolute perfect time. My next horology project will be to replace the hardlex crystals with sapphire. I love Seiko watches and I will keep buying them. Grazie Tristano! 😘
Great timing TGV! I just got my fist Seiko in the mail today. A SARB033 too!
I am subscribing to this excellent SEIKO promoter 😊 Just got my first SEIKO 5 and I am blown away by the craftmanship. Looking forward to more of these videos.
TGV made me buy more Seikos than any other influence on earth.
I received my Seiko SNJ028 'Arnie' on September 30th and I wore it while watching your video. I really appreciate your appreciation of watches from inexpensive Timex up to unattainable watches (at least for me). One day, I will add 'luxury' pieces to my collection of 31 watches but I still love my Seiko watches.
I really love my Seiko Presage Cocktail Time in blue. The dial is so hypnotizing.
Great video, as always.
Personally, I very much enjoy my Flightmaster, but also have a newer Samurai that I wear on the weekends. I think Seiko is one of the most innovative and widely respected brands on the planet. Rightfully so.
Love, Love, Love all my Seiko's - from my inexpensive ones to high priced - and OH my Spring Drive !!!!!!
Love the production value in your videos, super enjoyable and funny. Keep making great content!
There are 3 brands that folk aka actual people either own or have owned- at least once. These are Timex , Seiko and Casio. You are spot on with all your points. For me, Seiko is awesome. Seiko is iconic in horlogical history but they have never stood on that history..Seiko is still challenging Swiss dominance today. Seiko does truly specialise in everything and that drives snobs absolutely mad.
Excellent information provided here TGV. I have a couple of Seiko pieces in my collection but after watching this and learning about the brand I appreciate them much more now. They truly have a wide variety of pieces for every corner of the market it seems, and the fact that they beat the Swiss at their game makes them even that more impressive. I'm now looking online to see what my next purchase will be and after watching this I'm shopping for another Seiko. I used to just think of Seiko as mall jewelry store watches because that's what I see in the displays of the local shops but I now value them more as a quality built, reliable, affordable time piece with outstanding selection.
My personal favorite from the Seiko 5 line is the SNX111.
Overall I am in love with 60s and 70s Lord Marvels, King Seikos and Grand Seiko.
I’m liking this episode after seeing the opening, hysterical. Bought my wife a Seiko SARB to get her into the hobby because of TGV’s advice. She loves it. Keep these shows coming.
Came to think of it but we owe Japan a lot. Thank you!
I got 6 Seiko Ananta Watches and I am in love with them each and every day! Nothing beats Seiko
So often when a watch is tested by a tyrannosaurus, it is not specially trained :-) Well said. Too many watch people fail to see Seiko for what it really is. If I had to limit myself to only one Seiko, considering all aspects, it would be the one I'm wearing now, the green Alpinist. It is such a perfect storm of style, class and toughness and not so expensive that you have to worry about it.
My ⌚ is off to you..... I agree.... Or the snow flake.. If one seriously wanted that ⌚....
Just bought the SRPL13 and I love it. Such a cool looking watch and thanks to Seiko at a price I could afford. Thanks SEIKO!
Seiko is king ! This video is so good that I didn't notice much of Hugo 😄
Absolutely fantastic history of a wonderful and diverse watch maker. I liked your comment about Seiko putting Horology first - that sums it up. I have been a fan for as long as I can remember and wholeheartedly agree with all that you have presented and said here. I must say that it makes me happy to hear that you are such a fan of the marque, considering your personal watch ownership history. I just love watching and listening to you and your vids, Cheers.
My personal favourite Seiko watch is: Seiko orange monster gen 2. just gotta love those monster teeth indexies
Currently wearin' my new SRPE60K1 two tone, silver & gold. Someone complemented me on it & said they thought it was a Rolex. Made me feel good all day, thank you Seiko...
The Seiko Monster is what I consider to be Seiko's most underrated achievement. Making a dive watch that didn't resemble the Rolex Submariner was risky and difficult, but to make something that endured long enough to become an icon in its own right is the stuff of legend.
I’ve bought 3 seikos and haven’t been disappointed, just need my srpe93 regulated but that’s it. I love this channel
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for justifying my love for this wonderful brand! I got hooked to Seiko in 2015, when the company I was with at the time gave me an SNQ010 quartz perpetual calendar as a 5 year anniversary gift. Since then, my collection has grown quite a bit. Let's just say every day could be Seiko Saturday for me, and it would take a few weeks for me to cycle through every one of them.
Great video, as always, TGV. Keep them coming. Cheers!
Got my first wristwatch recently after deciding to distance myself more from my phone. I went with a Seiko 5 (SNK803)with a navy and tan nato strap based on your videos. I am just in love with it.
And the Emmy for the best opening TH-cam video of 2019 goes too......
I have just returned from Amsterdam and have visited the Van Gogh museum and was looking at the very same smoking skull painting...
Love the video sir
Seiko may not be perfect in every way, but I firmly believe they are the best bang for your buck out there. I love many other brands but I will always have a Seiko in the rotation. The fact they make quality watches at every price point and to such high standards and all in house tells me they are an outstanding company that knows great watches are for everybody....not just the affluent. Great video TGV!
YESSSSSSSS!!!
I am with you brother!!!!
You hit the nail on the head with this comment, thank you my friend.
*insert firm manly hand shake and nod of respect here.
Best regards,
TGV
@NateStevens1992
"I firmly believe they are the best bang for your buck out there". Nate, please wake up! This statement is no longer relevant, no more. They are going upmarket. They want to be Seiko 5 at the price of a moonwatch, they want to be the next Omega.
"The fact they make quality watches at every price point and to such high standards"... please stop reading this mantra, it's simply not true. The fairytales about japanese quality just faide away when you take in your hands an SKX. The 4r35 costs 30 USD, but they still put 7S26 in their lowerend models. How old is that movement? 20-30 Years? Seiko's lower end models are put into a shame by their chinese counterparts. It's a fact.
How the FK is seiko the best bang for buck LOL. It COULD be in the higher-end pieces, but cheap seikos are not as good as cheap casios. CIRCLEJERK more.
@@JSarmat86 SORRY MATE, if i had seen your comment I wouldn't have commented myself. I AGREE MATE, seiko is NOT a value brand.
@@rafaelteixeira2739 ,
don't be sorry, your comment was on a subject. I like it. Besides, i will just know that i'm not alone ;)
I undestand the people who sell watches - they don't want to ruin their realtionship with the manufacturers, but it's incomprehensible to my mind just how buyers can be such a blind. You take the SKX in your hands, you know that the same watch if it was made officially in China would'we have the price tag of 70 USD or less with the 4r35 movement. Seiko sells it for 200 USD and everyone says "it's a great bang bor the buck". No comment.
Awesome Entry...!!! You have taught me so much, and have helped add knowledge and excitement to my collecting experience. You are a gentleman and a scholar!
The most famous ads of Seiko that amazed me in the mid 90's is "SEIKO KINETIC AUTO RELAY"
I was a boy and poor but I dreamt to own Seiko one day in the future.
Now I own a 1994 Seiko kinetic that has been 2 times repaired to authorized Seiko service center for the last 12 years. It's full of scratches and dings but I cherish it .
Another great video!! Well done!❤ Favourites are many: Grand Seiko Godzilla, Grand Seiko Shizukuishi Studio, Grand Seiko Quartz, Credor Vintage, Presage enamel white, etc etc!
As an Italian "Lasciami stare" e "non è finto" killed me ahahah
Amazing video. I am actually addicted to this channel now. My love for Seiko is new. Bought their coutura solar watch and got the seiko bug. Now i have 4 more shortlisted which i am planning to buy soon. Starting with Prospex Padi Chronograph special edition. And maybe someday would love to buy a Grand Seiko !! Thanks for these amazing videos.
Great video! I’m going to Japan in December and one goal is to visit a Grand Seiko boutique. Gave my son an SKX009 to kick off his senior year in high school and he’s loving it. I have both the SKX007 & 009, and a modded 007 from Long Island Watches. Favorite Seiko is my SARX035; beautiful watch!
The watch on my wrist right now is a 40 year old 7548-700H. I recently put a new battery in it for the first time in decades. It started up immediately and has been just as accurate as when I received it new as a gift when I was 16. With it's size and bright orange dial, it's far more in style now than it was when I got it. Fits me wonderfully. I'm glad to be able to enjoy it again.
I can not say that this is my favorite watch that they make, as I have only experienced a fraction of what they have to offer, but the watch to which i seem to gravitate towards almost every day is my SNK809. It is small, simple, inexpensive, and on an olive perlon strap it is also very comfortable. My best friends (whose wrist is considerably larger than mine) wears his SKX007 daily.
As a seiko lover myself, this video express me perfectly. THANK YOU!
By the way, my favorite seikos are the Grand Seiko Spring Drive and the iconical SKX007 because its possible to mod it in so many ways...
I have a Seiko Sarb o35 . I love it. I love everything Japanese . Beer . Cars . Women . Lol
Watching this while wearing my late grandfather’s vintage Seiko SQ 8122-7019 from the early 80’s. Wearing it with even more pride now.
Wearing my Credor Phoenix with 8L35 movement, the "undecorated and unadjusted" version of the 9s55 GS. movement.
I read the comments and I think all has been said. Well documented and very well presented content. Selecting my favorite SEIKO is all thats left to close my comment....a very difficult task. The Quartz sbbn 031 and the automatic sbdc 053. Congrats 🍾🎊🎉
I love the Seiko Alpinist! I'm a one watch guy, and I found the Alpinist to be the only watch I need
Top quality video production, research, content, topic, presentation, this is why The Urban Gentry is the best channel for horology! Keep up the fantastic job TGV
I love my Citizen watches, eco drive technology rocks!
But I would like to get a Seiko some day.
Seiko makes some excellent Solar watches too which I love.
may your wish be fulfilled soon
@@mizanurrahman-yt5et Retroactive wish answered! I now have a Seiko bottlecap root beer watch. I love it.
Lovely! I totaly agree! ❤
The Seiko SKX007 was my first "real" watch, 12 years ago. I fell in love with dive watches at that moment, and especially Seikos with their history and sturdy value. That SKX007 is just back from a servicing, it's first in 12 years. And some might say "Just bin it and buy another", I find that to be the reason we're in such a mess in North America. The disposable society, where nothing is built to last, and obsolescence is built into products, and yet that SKX is still in fantastic shape, and simply needed some gasket love and other tune-ups. It's been with me in the middle of the Pacific, too many other bodies of water to count, and is one of the things I will take should there ever be a fire.
My current favourite watch is my SRP779, I simply don't have a watch that sees more wrist time, or that fascinates me like the Turtle does. I plan on adding a few more Turtles to the stable, as well as an SKX009, an "Arnie" and a Tuna at some point.
Vintage-wise, I'd LOVE a Pogue, a 6105 too.
I will say however that Seiko is faltering in some areas. Price, customer base consideration and QC are to name but a few. It seems they've gotten high on their own supply and have too great a touch of arrogance with whatever their current strategy is.
I'm learning so much about the Seiko brand, it's not only affordable but it's also a brand that will continue to go up in value because of how the Japanese people view workmanship, between them and the Germans you can expect everything that they touch to literally turn into gold.
You also have to go to the Seiko museum in Tokyo as well! I went last year and it was fascinating! A Seiko Fan-boy's dream!!! Thanks for this video :)
Never disappointed with your videos. I have 4 Seiko watches and plan to buy more. Good video!
Excellent TGV, as usual. Putting Seiko even more on the map!
("He can't even tell a quartz from an automatic" Hahahah).
Fantastic video. Greatly appreciate the quality of editing and information you put out. Also, Seiko is great; very high quality while remaining humble as is the common Japanese theme.
Not sure about that, but I must say Seiko is the most innovative brand.
There has been a Seiko Flightmaster on my wrist for about a month.....and I LOVE it. I fell in love with the look of it, but after listening to your praise of the model....I HAD to own one (and I'm glad I did). The thing is tough as nails, too. I'm rough on watches and this thing still looks flawless.
The next Seiko would be a vintage black dial Grand Seiko. Those are just beautiful. Great vid, as always!
My favorite Seiko is the SRPC49 “Ninja Turtle”
My first automatic watch was a Seiko 5, bought after my Seiko Kinetic failed (capacitor). I’ve had it for 14 years and still wear it regularly. It started off my interest in horology, which led me to buying a Hamilton mechanical, a lovely blue Orient Mako XL, a Bulova automatic diver, and a Seiko Mecha-quartz chrono (which I’m passing on to a young relative to hopefully kindle an interest in watches). I’ve also bought a couple of vintage Swatches, from ‘83 and ‘87 ranges. I’m now saving for a Tudor, as a 50th birthday treat! I’ll thin out my watch collection when I buy it to just the Seiko 5, Hammy and Tudor. Love these history videos!
Also that VHS intro was the best
My favourite Seiko is a 5 automatic bought in 1994 and it runs like new. It is a model similar in style to a Rolex President and it still keeps its appeal regardless of all those years. No watch brand beats Seiko, no one. Great video.