The Best And Most Timeless Japanese Mid-Size Automatic Dive Watch Under $220: SEIKO Prospex SKX013
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ส.ค. 2024
- In this video I will do an in-depth review of the SEIKO SKX013K2.
In the video I refer to the metal bracelet having solid end links. This is incorrect. Bracelet has hollow end links. Also, the fact that the watch does not have a sapphire crystal is not necessarily a bad thing. Seiko’s hardlex crystal can take a tougher beating than sapphire. So for a toolwatch, hardlex is not a bad choice. It will attract scratches however.
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Even though the 7S26 movement doesn't have a hacking function, there's a trick to do it: you can easily stop the second hand by appllying a slight pressure (counter clock-wise) on the crown while it's on the 2nd position. And regarding the lack of manual winding, that function is not really necessary on this watch because shaking it for only 3 seconds will make the movement to run smoothly.
I hear some people damaged their watches by doing this.
Just got this handsome guy today. I really really like it to the moon ans back. It's my most expensive watch I bought so far. I'm not into super expensive watches. But by far, this is the one I invested and I'm really happy with owning this.
Hi Alvin, nice to hear that. Congratulations with your purchase! The Seiko SKX007/SKX013 was the first watch that I bought before I started this channel. Have a look at my other videos to find plenty of affordable watches 😁
@@GadgetsforGentlemen thanks for replying and your videos. I will definitely do so. By the way, I'm a new subscriber of yours!
Thank you so much. Hope you enjoy these videos!
Alvin, I hope you're still enjoying the watch, mate. I've had mine for a few years. It sits in a collection with a Rolex, a couple Hamiltons, a few 6R15 Seikos, a Glycine airman and a vintage Certina. I've worn it snorkeling in Oman, cave diving in Nepal, camping all over and it's never let me down. I love it more and more the longer I own it. I hope you're having the same experience. Wear it in good health!
Cheers
Fantastic collection Jonathan. Shout out to Oman. Amazing country. Still love the wadi trips and trip to Salalah.
Thanks for the review, it makes sense to get a seiko when you see brands like daniel wellington trying to market budget fashion dress watches at the same price. They are so versatile when you change the strap, have a resale value, and are so reliable. I found one for 190usd and its an absolute steal.
I totally agree. Stay tuned. I will upload a new video in which I will cover several versatile dive watches, including the Seiko SKX009.
Don’t get me wrong. I like the aesthetics of the Daniel Wellington, but you are far better of with for example the Tissot Everyday. Dive watches look great and are very practical with their robust movements, strap options legibility and water resistance 😁
Love this very practical approach to the review! Great work!
Thanks a lot. I appreciate that!
Great review, I have the same watch, which I have worn daily for 2 years, it keeps good time. They are a lot more expensive watch to buy now.
Thank you. Price increased a lot. Such a shame for what was a super exciting entry level diver. These days I don’t think it’s worth the price if you compare it to the new Citizen NY0040 (with hacking movement) or Orient Ray 2.
Great video. I see it's 2 years old but still relevant. This was one of the videos that persuaded me to get the 013 and I love it. I put it on a Strapcode jubilee and it's gotten a lot of time on the wrist. Amazing that such a heavy combination can be so comfortable.
Also, regarding the bezel timing. Another way to time things is to subtract from 60 and put that number at the minute hand. So say you want to count down 35 minutes. 60-35 = 25. Put 25 at the current minute hand mark and when the minute hand eventually meets the bezel arrow, you'll have timed 35 minutes. This way the bezel arrow is the finish line, not the starting one. Pretty easy.
Thanks for the great video. Enjoy
Thanks Jonathan. This means a lot to me. I do flip watches. The 013 is still in the collection though. Mostly on the original jubilee. Strapcode makes amazing bracelets. I own two Strapcode oysters for my Seiko SARB033 and Seiko SARB017.
Currently awaiting delivery of the Strapcode oyster for my Sarb035.
Keep up the good work.
Cheers. . @@GadgetsforGentlemen
Detailed and honest review. Only the lume shot is missing :-(
Thank you sir. I appreciate it. Sorry about the lume shot. I can guarantee that the lume is excellent 😁
The one suggested in the photo maybe a K Models which means not Japanese made. But still Japanese in origin.
This is the only watch I have that I can't wind . It does bug me . Still I like it .
I know! Also no hacking. That annoys me ever more 😂
2 beautiful watches ! nice summary of the watch , i got my K1 today ! love it more and more !)
Thanks for your feedback!
Is yours misaligned at 12, mine is at 6 and also has a bezel misalignment. That is a major con for me. There are so many misaligned examples.
Still a fantastic watch.
Recently I bought a skx 013. They have significanly increased in price. That is $ 300.- at least up to 350.- .My modded version went well over € or $ 500.- .
Hardlex is actually harder to break then a saphire (it's less rigid) and on a sports watch I'd rather have a more durable glass.
You are very right Kornel Odri.
Seiko Hardlex probably will survive a direct hit / bang / impact while sapphire is more likely to break. However sapphire is much more scratch resistant than hardlex.
Pretty sure this isn't part of the Prospex range. As far as I'm aware that range was introduced more recently.
Not sure about it either. If it was released today it would properly be part of the Prospex line-up. Hence I consider it a Prospex family watch 😉
If you want a sapphire and a different position for the crown buy another model diver from Seiko. Despite all its failings it is a cool , wont go wrong and this piece and will outlast you
Well said!
ccw1961 if the crown threads don't become stripped
My Friend you are very slow in your assessment, though it is comprehensive. However; Lack of Handwinding, Hacking and Hardlex Crystal are majour drawbacks. Seiko should add the three Missing options with a Push Down Crown as well.
Thank you for your constructive feedback sir. Will take this into consideration when creating new content! I totally agree with your points regarding handwinding and hacking!
Push down crown? Lol nonsense. This is a dive watch.
i have a seiko skx013 and we are same size of wrist. are you planning to buy a Marathon MSAR 36mm? I'm planning to buy one but can't find someone wearing it with a 6 inch wrist.
Stay tuned. Will upload a video wearing one this weekend 😉
@@GadgetsforGentlemen Nice! good to know. Thank you
Saturday 4pm Dutch time 😉
I have a 7.2 wrist and like the skx013 even more then the 007,its a little more understatement but still a beauty.
Do you have a german accent?
I have the same “issue”. Hence I sold my beloved SKX007 and replaced it with a SKX013 which I love even more.
Regarding my accent: you are very close :)
Gadgets for Gentlemen Hmm Klingt jedenfalls ein bisschen nach deutschsprachigem Raum.
Anyway,good Videos/Presentations.
He‘s a Dutch guy, I bet. 🙂
What size nato strap do you use for SKX013? 20mm?
Exactly!
@@GadgetsforGentlemen Thank you
Do we need to resize this watch when we first buy it?
Hi, it might suit you right away. In my case I needed to take out a few links from the bracelet. Which was not that difficult to do if you have done this previously.
at the moment, how much does this one cost? anyone?
A lot. Used probably over €300
Waar heb je de 013 gekocht? Bijna nergens te vinden hier in Nederland
Hi Simon, you can order it directly here:
www.monsterwatches.nl/product/skx013/
Or order it in Singapore (keep in mind additional import duties):
www.creationwatches.com/products/seiko-divers-automatic-90/seiko-automatic-divers-200m-skx013-skx013k1-skx013k-mens-watch-1702.html
Have fun!
Hi. May I know what is your wrist size? Thanks...
Of course sir. My wrist size is 6.25 inches.
Lol, this is just like JustOneMoreWatch
That is a great channel!
No hacking stop
whats your wrist size???
Hi James, my wrist measures 16 centimeters = 6.3 inches.
Hopes this helps!
Thank you! im 6.75 inches but cant decide 007 or 013 :(
You cannot go wrong with either of those!
My best advice is to try them both out if you can and see what feels the best on your wrist.
james belan go with 007, it wears smaller than you'd think
The problem with watches like this is that the crown will eventually become stripped, rendering the watch worthless
Wat
Haha
haha wat a joke