Wore my SARB035 yesterday. Still love it. Managed to pick one up brand new in July 2020 for £380. I remember being so nervous about spending that much as I was very new to the hobby and it was my most expensive watch to date. Glad I didn’t regret it. Mad to think how much I’ve spent since! 🤦♂️
I got one brand new in 2016 for £170 - no idea how I got it at that price!! It's a great watch! Got it on my wrist right now and holds it's own alongside much more expensive pieces
Seiko hit a grand slam with the SARB033 and SARB035. The 62GS case design is the other Seiko case design that I think is so naturally and effortlessly pleasing. Thanks for the pleasant throwback!
the great thing about this watch is the super-classic, very tasteful, perfect design. I think I might even prefer it if there was no date on there, but everything is so nicely executed (apart from the strap of course lol). The sizing, the piano black dial, the gorgeously-shaped case, the sword hands, the simple-yet-beautiful indices, the chapter ring, the cool fonts and the sweet applied logo - everything is so restrained and balanced. It is just a very good looking, traditional, dressy sports watch. That's why we love it - there aren't many watches that look this greatd. Especially at this price. I think you have to start spending Rolex or Grand Seiko money to get something this cool.
I am deep into the hobby with several high end swiss time pieces and these SARBs will never leave my collection. Theyve always had that magical x factor to them. So versatile, so classy, Seiko at it's prime....ugh I could go on and on. These for sure will be absolute classics in 20 years much like some of the highly sought after vintage seikomatics.
Hello Mon Ami! Fantastic video, thanks for sharing this comparison video. Not too many vids avail showing both colors. I was able to get my hands on these two, and just like you I purchased both. In fact haven’t even worn them yet, still have them with the wrappers on. All I can say (even without wearing them yet) is that I love the look, size and feel of the watch. Love everything about the SARB line. The lines, curves, case and little details. Always had larger timepieces and these are my first 38mm. I really enjoy your channel, thanks for all the great content.
I have 3 dial versions of this and I absolutely love them. The design is so amazing and unfortunately many failed to realize it until they stopped making them.
I had the black and the white, sold the black to put the funds towards other watches. One of very few I regret letting go, but will never sell the white dial. Amazing watches.
Acquired the Sarb035 when it was around $3 ish and recently decided to purchase the 033 used around $5 ish as it truly is now a cult classic. It just feels and looks of quality. It really has the "IYKYK" factor and "wink, wink" features I enjoy. Prices continue to increase and won't let up.
Picked up a Sarb033 back in 2018, 6 years late, honestly looks and feels x10 what it cost! Also, prices of these have shot up since being discontinued. Future classic for sure!
their design is still unmatched. Not even grand seiko.. That diamond second hand, the font, the use of negative space in the dial, the case proportion. They're perfect/ This is the best watch Seiko corp has ever released. Grand seikos always have something missing in terms of design proportion.. And if you're dealing with a watch this minimal.. the little things makes all the difference
Great video. So glad I picked these up when I did (May 2020) after watching TGV's videos. It's hard to believe I paid $300 brand new. They are still my favorite two watches in my small collection. After prices skyrocketed I began to get a little worried about wearing it and scratching it. But, those concerns passed over time and I began wearing them again. Of the two, the 033 takes 1st place, but the 035 is a close 2nd place. The 035 is my only white dial watch, so there is something special about it.
Now 2024 and I'm stilll here staring at mine its an amazing watch worth so much more than it costs and find that I wear it over watches I own that cost many £s more. It makes me realise I may have been bit silly buying Rolex, Tudor and Omega for what they cost. Worn on a simple black leather strap it's very classy and one I'd choose to wear with a nice black suit over a sub. As design goes the case is simply stunning. Never seen it look as good online as it does in the metal
Just sold my SARB035 to fund an SBDC051. Bought the SARB in 2019 for $385 and sold it for $600. Got the 051 which was originally about $1000 when released in 2017 for about $500. SARB went up because of undue hype (seriously get a SARX they are miles better) and 051 went down because of the release of SBDC101 (even though the 051 has better finishing). The watch game. Gotta love it.
Not only matched, but easily surpassed by the Citizen NB1050. Way better specs, sameish design and case size for around 450 bucks. But the SARB used to represent incredible value. We will never get the same from Seiko. Nowadays they are asking 1k+ for watches with the sameish specs.
Here we go again... There's a reason the SARB is so desired, and that's the design, especially the proportions of the dial and case. That Citizen looks nowhere near as good (to me, and many). The same thing happens with the SARX models. I had bought many of them, including some of the best ones (033, 017, 045), and while they have superior finishing and specs, they simply don't look as good and elegant as my SARB035 does on a BOR bracelet or brown leather strap. I really wanted to like them but I ended up selling all of them.
@@jmclivaudais3291 your opinion. I'd say otherwise. They are pretty similar to my eyes, but I think Citizen is even more beautiful. The case finishing, polishing etc is certainly superior.
Seiko would be wise to bring these back. They'd never put a 6R movement in it now but throw a 4R in there, give it a better bracelet, and charge $650. They would sell tons of them. If San Martin can deliver great specs, high quality, and still turn a profit with a $300 watch then there's no reason Seiko can't do the same with their economies of scale.
Citizen NB1050-59s are much higher quality and cheaper JDM alternatives to those SARBs. They look pretty much like a Grand Seiko SBGX261 with an Oyster Perpetual 126000 style sunburst dials and baton hands. If you are patient then you should be able to find one in Japan for less than ¥48k (I got mine for roughly ¥45k).
I know these are a bit overpriced at the moment. But still, I think they would probably be close, if not even past £500 today if they were still being made. Anyway, I am at the moment taking with a bloke who has a 035 for sale. I alao love the 033 a lot. And I will probably buy that one too eventually, and then I might even plunder down the whole nine yards and go full Liam Neeson after the lucid 037 as well.
Tons of value for money, but to me they look too generic, like there's nothing really eye-catching to me personally. This is the problem I also have with GS, in spite of being very intricate up-close with great attention to detail under a loupe, they look like a run of the mill soulless watch from afar, especially if I spend thousands. With Seiko at least they're not expensive.
They are far surpassed at the prices they are selling for nowadays. For those prices you can get urushi dials, lacquer dials, snowflake dials, titanium cases, better movements, better bracelets. And that's just from Seiko alone. If you look at other makers, it get worse. Don't get me wrong, I love the design of these 2 (three actually, the pink is probably the prettiest), but 1000 bucks for a used piece. They are crazy.
Have to disagree. These are very badly designed watches. It’s a dress diver hybrid, and sucks at being either one. Too bulky, clunky, and thick for a dress watch and too dressy, poorly lumed, and insufficient water resistance for a diver. Plus Seiko movements are the worst in the industry. Please stop hyping up this garbage watch. Downvoted. There are MANY better options than this junk
Interesting response. It is the Swiss army knife conundrum. You have what is a notable design that does many things not so well. The Citizen 1050 is a better resolution, of a similar problem that need never exist, and is readily obtainable today jdm at an affordable price. Also I enjoy seeing emojis in responses as you can be sure the correspondent is an imbecile instead just thinking it.
Wore my SARB035 yesterday. Still love it. Managed to pick one up brand new in July 2020 for £380. I remember being so nervous about spending that much as I was very new to the hobby and it was my most expensive watch to date. Glad I didn’t regret it. Mad to think how much I’ve spent since! 🤦♂️
I got one brand new in 2016 for £170 - no idea how I got it at that price!! It's a great watch! Got it on my wrist right now and holds it's own alongside much more expensive pieces
This was the golden age and we didnt even know it.
Absolutely agree
The sarx line was always better, and all the new ones are even better than the older ones.
@@gilbertoflores7397 disagree
I am impressed by a new Citizen NB1050-59L. Blows SARB out of the water.
@@gilbertoflores7397
The older ones are more refined and charming..
Seiko hit a grand slam with the SARB033 and SARB035. The 62GS case design is the other Seiko case design that I think is so naturally and effortlessly pleasing. Thanks for the pleasant throwback!
Great classic blast from the past... still enjoy the Sarb033 and 035... they're truly a classic.
are those both discontinued?
@@GodisGracious1Yes.
the great thing about this watch is the super-classic, very tasteful, perfect design. I think I might even prefer it if there was no date on there, but everything is so nicely executed (apart from the strap of course lol). The sizing, the piano black dial, the gorgeously-shaped case, the sword hands, the simple-yet-beautiful indices, the chapter ring, the cool fonts and the sweet applied logo - everything is so restrained and balanced. It is just a very good looking, traditional, dressy sports watch. That's why we love it - there aren't many watches that look this greatd. Especially at this price. I think you have to start spending Rolex or Grand Seiko money to get something this cool.
I am deep into the hobby with several high end swiss time pieces and these SARBs will never leave my collection. Theyve always had that magical x factor to them. So versatile, so classy, Seiko at it's prime....ugh I could go on and on. These for sure will be absolute classics in 20 years much like some of the highly sought after vintage seikomatics.
I love the SARB specially the white dial. Thanks for another great video
I wear a sarb035 with a leather strap daily. When I bored, I try different styles and colors. It is like brand new every time I swap them
I love these watches and have them as well. I’m fortunate to also have an 037 that is the pride of my collection. Great job keeping this so pristine!
Hello Mon Ami! Fantastic video, thanks for sharing this comparison video. Not too many vids avail showing both colors. I was able to get my hands on these two, and just like you I purchased both. In fact haven’t even worn them yet, still have them with the wrappers on. All I can say (even without wearing them yet) is that I love the look, size and feel of the watch. Love everything about the SARB line. The lines, curves, case and little details. Always had larger timepieces and these are my first 38mm. I really enjoy your channel, thanks for all the great content.
I have 'em both, wear 'em both and love 'em both.
Me too.
I have 3 dial versions of this and I absolutely love them. The design is so amazing and unfortunately many failed to realize it until they stopped making them.
I had the black and the white, sold the black to put the funds towards other watches. One of very few I regret letting go, but will never sell the white dial. Amazing watches.
These are absolute classics.
Lovely classics and you did well to pick up both dial colours. Nice shout out to TGV too -- his video productions are still excellent.
I have both, with leather bracelets. Very elegant. Very good taste
Amazing watches. I bought the 35 in 2015. My first nice automatic watch.
Acquired the Sarb035 when it was around $3 ish and recently decided to purchase the 033 used around $5 ish as it truly is now a cult classic. It just feels and looks of quality. It really has the "IYKYK" factor and "wink, wink" features I enjoy. Prices continue to increase and won't let up.
Picked up a Sarb033 back in 2018, 6 years late, honestly looks and feels x10 what it cost! Also, prices of these have shot up since being discontinued. Future classic for sure!
Two of my absolute keepers I hope I will never sell them
I got myself a sarb035 as a high school graduation gift. Glad I did.
Love your knowledge of and passion for Seiko as well as your more expensive watches. Think I’d go for black too 👍
their design is still unmatched. Not even grand seiko.. That diamond second hand, the font, the use of negative space in the dial, the case proportion. They're perfect/ This is the best watch Seiko corp has ever released. Grand seikos always have something missing in terms of design proportion.. And if you're dealing with a watch this minimal.. the little things makes all the difference
I like the black - nice watches . Good video
Great video. So glad I picked these up when I did (May 2020) after watching TGV's videos. It's hard to believe I paid $300 brand new. They are still my favorite two watches in my small collection. After prices skyrocketed I began to get a little worried about wearing it and scratching it. But, those concerns passed over time and I began wearing them again. Of the two, the 033 takes 1st place, but the 035 is a close 2nd place. The 035 is my only white dial watch, so there is something special about it.
Yeah I'm worried about wearing it now - the first scratch I get is going to get me upset
I was lucky to get a 035 (white dial) just before they discontinued it and my only regret is not getting the 033 black dial as well. Never selling!
I love my 033 and 035.
I see their design in my snowflake.
Now 2024 and I'm stilll here staring at mine its an amazing watch worth so much more than it costs and find that I wear it over watches I own that cost many £s more. It makes me realise I may have been bit silly buying Rolex, Tudor and Omega for what they cost. Worn on a simple black leather strap it's very classy and one I'd choose to wear with a nice black suit over a sub. As design goes the case is simply stunning. Never seen it look as good online as it does in the metal
Just sold my SARB035 to fund an SBDC051. Bought the SARB in 2019 for $385 and sold it for $600. Got the 051 which was originally about $1000 when released in 2017 for about $500. SARB went up because of undue hype (seriously get a SARX they are miles better) and 051 went down because of the release of SBDC101 (even though the 051 has better finishing). The watch game. Gotta love it.
Great Vid nice review very professional. Thank you
Bought the SARB017 in 2019. Regret not getting the 033 or 035 when they were a bargain.
Regret so bad selling mine (twice!). Could never get a good fit, but now that uncle Seiko made half links, I’m seriously considering re-buying
damn it now you have me looking up prices on this pair of sarbs
Not only matched, but easily surpassed by the Citizen NB1050. Way better specs, sameish design and case size for around 450 bucks. But the SARB used to represent incredible value. We will never get the same from Seiko. Nowadays they are asking 1k+ for watches with the sameish specs.
Here we go again... There's a reason the SARB is so desired, and that's the design, especially the proportions of the dial and case. That Citizen looks nowhere near as good (to me, and many). The same thing happens with the SARX models. I had bought many of them, including some of the best ones (033, 017, 045), and while they have superior finishing and specs, they simply don't look as good and elegant as my SARB035 does on a BOR bracelet or brown leather strap. I really wanted to like them but I ended up selling all of them.
@@powerchuffer as you said, to you. I prefer the NB1050. It is miles ahead imo and more beautiful. Then again, to me. Watches are subjective.
Seriously. The NB1050 is fugly compared to the Seiko
@@jmclivaudais3291 your opinion. I'd say otherwise. They are pretty similar to my eyes, but I think Citizen is even more beautiful. The case finishing, polishing etc is certainly superior.
You're quite right, it is only my opinion and I should have just kept it to myself. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, after all. @@tiagodvt
I paid 245 euros for mine new, I think in 2016 or 2017. Great watch for the money
Just got the SCVS003, sarbs dad, couldn't be happier with it at 250usd in great condition I could not pass it up!
Thank you for another great video
Was thinking about giving my 033 to a family member. Now I'm thinking I should keep it.
Legends indeed! 🔥
Nice. Really enjoy your reviews.
Love my sarb033
great review bro
Seiko would be wise to bring these back. They'd never put a 6R movement in it now but throw a 4R in there, give it a better bracelet, and charge $650. They would sell tons of them. If San Martin can deliver great specs, high quality, and still turn a profit with a $300 watch then there's no reason Seiko can't do the same with their economies of scale.
My Rolex Oyster Perpetual jumps when I push in the crown. Never happens with my 033, 035 or SPB155. They're solid.
They're in such good shape I hope he would sell them to me😂
Which one should I get
The dark or light one
Akso consider, that it will be paired
with a tan NATO strap
Think one can send this watch into the service center for a light polishing? I wonder... mine is getting a little long in the tooth
insuperables
I have the black SARB033 and the SARB023 with a pure white dial. I was not interested in the cream dial of the SARB035.
Citizen NB1050-59s are much higher quality and cheaper JDM alternatives to those SARBs. They look pretty much like a Grand Seiko SBGX261 with an Oyster Perpetual 126000 style sunburst dials and baton hands. If you are patient then you should be able to find one in Japan for less than ¥48k (I got mine for roughly ¥45k).
Men have simple mind, whenever i see a sarb, i click on it. 😂😂😂
I know these are a bit overpriced at the moment. But still, I think they would probably be close, if not even past £500 today if they were still being made.
Anyway, I am at the moment taking with a bloke who has a 035 for sale. I alao love the 033 a lot. And I will probably buy that one too eventually, and then I might even plunder down the whole nine yards and go full Liam Neeson after the lucid 037 as well.
I just got myself a Royal oak, I think you need one. Time to sell some Rolex sports becoming run of the mill
still unmatched 100%
I had this watch for 1 day, then traded it for the Borealis Adraga snowflake.
Did not like it.
Citizen nb1041.......
Tons of value for money, but to me they look too generic, like there's nothing really eye-catching to me personally. This is the problem I also have with GS, in spite of being very intricate up-close with great attention to detail under a loupe, they look like a run of the mill soulless watch from afar, especially if I spend thousands. With Seiko at least they're not expensive.
Do you want to sell that Sarb033 to me? 😁
They are far surpassed at the prices they are selling for nowadays. For those prices you can get urushi dials, lacquer dials, snowflake dials, titanium cases, better movements, better bracelets. And that's just from Seiko alone. If you look at other makers, it get worse. Don't get me wrong, I love the design of these 2 (three actually, the pink is probably the prettiest), but 1000 bucks for a used piece. They are crazy.
You could still got used for 600usd in Japan. I got mine at 470usd
The 6r15 is not "super accurate", especially in an old SARB. You might be disappointed if you buy a used one expecting super accuracy.
Pagani design giving these Competition
Pagani is hot garbage
Lay down the herb.
@@scott_addict 😂 I take it you disagree
Boring watches , almost as boring as TGV channel. I had the black one and sold it after a short time.
A good watch, but nothing interesting to offer.
Respect your opinion but there must be some reason why all those people love these watches.
Have to disagree. These are very badly designed watches. It’s a dress diver hybrid, and sucks at being either one. Too bulky, clunky, and thick for a dress watch and too dressy, poorly lumed, and insufficient water resistance for a diver. Plus Seiko movements are the worst in the industry. Please stop hyping up this garbage watch. Downvoted. There are MANY better options than this junk
Cant afford it eh? 😝
@@beergogglez4379 who da fuq hurt that kid? 😂
Interesting response. It is the Swiss army knife conundrum. You have what is a notable design that does many things not so well. The Citizen 1050 is a better resolution, of a similar problem that need never exist, and is readily obtainable today jdm at an affordable price. Also I enjoy seeing emojis in responses as you can be sure the correspondent is an imbecile instead just thinking it.
Cute little girl watches