Great review. Stunning watch! So much better in the flesh. Some great 2022 prices out there. It punches well above its weight. Definitely a favourite in my Seiko collection. Definitely a satisfying purchase.
The Seiko Sumo in my opinion is one of the best that Seiko has to offer. I have the original Gen1 pre prospex Japanese domestic market only Blumo and just added this green Hulk and gotta say the green is soooooo good! I have a 7 inch wrist and have no problems wearing a Sumo.
Mines in the post mate! Never liked alu bezel but this one is unbelievelably good looking! The case of the sumo is the best case design I've seen on a divers watch! Even my rolex sports case watches can't come near it! Love it!!!
I love the Sumo! I'm glad sapphire is becoming a norm. I would pick up one if I didn't already own two of the last gen (black and coral blue both modded w sapphire and 24mm Strapcodes). There's something about the Sumo it just wears so great. It stays put on the back of the wrist. Love the new hands.
Beautiful. Wish it came with a good quartz mvt. I understand the allure of mechanical mvts, but I have a 33 year-old Seiko Sport 150 that I wore for over 20 years 24x7 that still keeps perfect time. It is sun-worn and the band is stretched a bit, but what a reliable machine. 14 years ago, on a visit for a new battery and caseback seal, a watch dealer told me that the unit would probably out live me, which impressed me quite a bit.
Forrest Sumo, ..., Hulk are the other ones with the crown ... 😎 ... this watch is such a beauty and wears so great on that bracelet. The clasp is very good, perfect in function and most important, genuine Seiko.
Was browsing a local mall in Canada and found one at $840 cad ($636usd). Lovely watch, love the case design, dial, color ways. Only critiques would be the bracelet feeling cheap for a watch this price class and the screw down crown feels stiff and rough, the screw down crowns of my cheaper monster and Samurai are much much smoother. On a side note I was wearing my SARX055 while I bought this. So I got it sized and wore the sumo home while having the sarx in the box...low and behold I accidently dropped the sarx while it is in the box as I was opening my house door. Hopefully with the pillow inside the stock box and it not being that high of a drop (2-3ft) that it won't damage the sarx :(
on my wish list stunning model better than the standard black or blue (coral) sumo model. The green is an excellent move from seiko to release this watch in. I hope that, like a monster or samurai, the lugs taper down sharply making it a good fit.
My Orient Triton has a sapphire crystal in a power Reserve indicator for 325 bucks. I think it's a great watch for the price. However I will be looking to buy this green Sumo if I can get it for the right price. Thank you for another great video Rob.
finally took the time (2hours) regulating this Sumo, it has lost 6 seconds in three full days and when dial down off wrist overnight it gets back to time, it's crazy accurate now. when i received it it ran +30 amp180 ms8.4 now amp245 ms.04 +15 but doesn't run plus 15 on wrist, anyways, upvoted!!
I love mine... my first Seiko and currently one of my favourite watches. But the bracelet is not to my liking. IMHO it feels really cheap. Picked up a crafterblue silicon in black which is excellent but doesn’t ‘pop’ the green so Going to try a strapcode next.
The Sumo is an awesome watch. I have a “Blumo” and will never part with it. The new Sumo is more expensive, but now has a better movement and Sapphire. Seiko offers so much in terms of longevity... I have Seikos that are 50 years old and my watchmaker can still find the parts needed to maintain them. This needs to be kept in mind when buying micro brands. I agree Rob... lack of a milled clap is not a big deal. Pressed claps are much thinner and comfortable on wrist.
Hmmm - you watch has the marker and chapter ring not aligned at 6 o'clock - mine was one of 5 pieces the AD had and I checked them all - mine has a slight date wheel misalignment but at least the chapter ring and indices are aligned - don't understand the Seiko quality control. Love the watch in general but a there should really be a milled clasp for this price too.
Tennessee Mike considering there was an inscribed crown on the old Sumo, and there was even a milled clasp on the Sarb033 and 035, it makes you wonder whether Seiko designers and management really understand what many watch buyers really want in a watch at a certain price point.
Big fan of yours, Bruce. I am writing to ask for a suggestion on resolving a dilemma: the black limited edition sumo spb125 or the 2020 green alpinist spb121? Background: I have the PADI turtle, the STO blue whale turtle, the STO shark samurai. Would like to add the sumo and tuna at some point. I have presage cocktail time mockingbird, which is my first Seiko non-diver and liked the green alpinist. The two watches that I named are expensive enough I can pick only one now. Both are available at my city's Seiko boutique.
I’ve got this exact watch on a Strapcode Angus Jubilee... - love how the dial and bracelet plays with the light - feels better built than my two Omegas (Planet Ocean and Seamaster 300M) - I’ve been wearing it much more than my Omegas - looks better than my Planet Ocean and just as eye catching as my electric blue Seamaster 300M To me it’s like a factory modded SKX... with all the right fancy parts.
I own a second generation Blumo and I’ve tried this watch on and the new black one on at a local jeweler and I’m not feeling it at all. To me the slight cosmetic changes are just enough to make it not a Sumo to me. Even with the upgraded movement and sapphire crystal I still like my Blumo better. I also believe it doesn’t justify an almost $350 price increase.
Have now had my Sumo for 4 months and I wear it 24/7 in a very active way, but on regular base i wake up in the morning and it is stopped. The dealer says I shall on reular base pull it up - can it be so ? TIA from Denmark
Does this look more premium on wrist I'm comparison to say a Steinhart OVM? Wondering whether to change one out and bring something new in, although I do like my OVM, though I now prefer watches with a date function.
@@traycel5210 Already have an OVM 42, was considering flipping for something with a Date function. Personally, I dont think my 42mm OVM looks like a Modern Rolex, neither in dimensions, bezel or clasp design. Especially when you compare it to things like Parnis, Loreo, Tissel, Squale, Ginault and some other higher end pieces. But each to their own. I'm not a fan of fakes, a little tolerant with homage, but prefer if a homage has other design elements incorporated.
For $850 MSRP this should have the milled clasp and Diashield coating like other Seiko divers in this price range. Seiko is going to price themselves out of existence. I prefer the look overall of the older Sumos.
Apart from looking nicer what's the big deal with milled clasps? You don't even see them when wearing the watch. Also price rises don't seem to be affecting any other watch manufacturer do why do you single out Seiko?
@@josephcastillo6742 Oh I hear you! I've got on my Oris 65 at the moment--beautiful watch, but a short 38 hours of power. My daily wearer, it looks way nicer than its price point.
I'm thinking of getting the black version. Want to see it in person and check bezel alignment lol, before buying. Really like the case shape, overall I like it but would most likely change strap away from a metal strap.
@@TZOID08 Hamilton is one of the best alternatives. However, if you want to dive watches and gamble on "getting plastic part or not ", It would be Certina.
You're lucky you got to enjoy these watches at those prices! Even now I feel the new gen sumo prices are still very reasonable! A pint of milk was cheaper last week. My wage rised due to keeping up with inflation. My dad brought a Rolex back in his days for £500 at an AD. So count yourself lucky to own those watches you have at lower prices! Because for Seiko, those lower prices will not be back and Seiko will be more successful than ever!
I thought of switching my bezel to this style bezel but the old bold font is also what makes it a Sumo! Sorry again we couldn’t meet up man! Hopefully we can next time!
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I have a six and a half wrist. My Sumo 103 wears just fine. Very comfortable and looks great. Good video. Thanks Rob.
Great review. Stunning watch! So much better in the flesh. Some great 2022 prices out there. It punches well above its weight. Definitely a favourite in my Seiko collection. Definitely a satisfying purchase.
Great looking watch!!! Love the color. Great spot as usual, Rob, keep up the good work!
6.75” wrist and my Sumo looks/feels great on my wrist. Great watch... absolutely love it!
I love this model. Definitely on the "to be acquired" list
this was the video that gave me the final nod to get me one. two thumbs up for the content and the timepiece itself.
The Seiko Sumo in my opinion is one of the best that Seiko has to offer. I have the original Gen1 pre prospex Japanese domestic market only Blumo and just added this green Hulk and gotta say the green is soooooo good! I have a 7 inch wrist and have no problems wearing a Sumo.
Mines in the post mate! Never liked alu bezel but this one is unbelievelably good looking! The case of the sumo is the best case design I've seen on a divers watch! Even my rolex sports case watches can't come near it! Love it!!!
I love the Sumo! I'm glad sapphire is becoming a norm. I would pick up one if I didn't already own two of the last gen (black and coral blue both modded w sapphire and 24mm Strapcodes). There's something about the Sumo it just wears so great. It stays put on the back of the wrist. Love the new hands.
I just picked a very used one Black spb101 $300. I love this watch. all I need is a green one to complete the collection
I have this one too! That green is showing up beautifully on this video man!
Definitely my favorite Seiko!
Thinking of buying one of these, so I'm doing research. Thanks !
Just got mine ordered, should be here in a week, so pumped! My first real man's watch
So happy for you Blayn, wear it in good health my friend. Great choice, you'll have it all your life.
Beautiful. Wish it came with a good quartz mvt. I understand the allure of mechanical mvts, but I have a 33 year-old Seiko Sport 150 that I wore for over 20 years 24x7 that still keeps perfect time. It is sun-worn and the band is stretched a bit, but what a reliable machine. 14 years ago, on a visit for a new battery and caseback seal, a watch dealer told me that the unit would probably out live me, which impressed me quite a bit.
That green colorway is very cool. How about that, a sapphire crystal! Thanks for the review.
so damn comfortable fits on my wrist better than most watches even tho its a fairly large watch. Just love the way it looks and feels on the wrist
Loooooove the colors 👍🏻👍🏻
I really want to add a Sumo at some point great watch another great vid as always !
HA...! Reflection of your face in the crown at 1:07 Rob...! That's high polish...!
Peek a boo
REally nice looking piece.
Nice review. Helped me make up my mind...thanks.
Got this watch last week. Loving it. I have a small wrist also.
Im really a fan of that green. Still need to sell off a few of mine.
You just sold me a Seiko Sumo. Gotta have this one!
Forrest Sumo, ..., Hulk are the other ones with the crown ... 😎 ... this watch is such a beauty and wears so great on that bracelet. The clasp is very good, perfect in function and most important, genuine Seiko.
Was browsing a local mall in Canada and found one at $840 cad ($636usd). Lovely watch, love the case design, dial, color ways. Only critiques would be the bracelet feeling cheap for a watch this price class and the screw down crown feels stiff and rough, the screw down crowns of my cheaper monster and Samurai are much much smoother.
On a side note I was wearing my SARX055 while I bought this. So I got it sized and wore the sumo home while having the sarx in the box...low and behold I accidently dropped the sarx while it is in the box as I was opening my house door. Hopefully with the pillow inside the stock box and it not being that high of a drop (2-3ft) that it won't damage the sarx :(
on my wish list
stunning model
better than the standard black or blue (coral) sumo model.
The green is an excellent move from seiko to release this watch in.
I hope that, like a monster or samurai, the lugs taper down sharply making it a good fit.
This is a good looking watch. Might pick one up.
My Orient Triton has a sapphire crystal in a power Reserve indicator for 325 bucks. I think it's a great watch for the price. However I will be looking to buy this green Sumo if I can get it for the right price. Thank you for another great video Rob.
Great review .. peace out from the uk
finally took the time (2hours) regulating this Sumo, it has lost 6 seconds in three full days and when dial down off wrist overnight it gets back to time, it's crazy accurate now. when i received it it ran +30 amp180 ms8.4 now amp245 ms.04 +15 but doesn't run plus 15 on wrist, anyways, upvoted!!
Geez this is a beaitiful watch
I love mine... my first Seiko and currently one of my favourite watches. But the bracelet is not to my liking. IMHO it feels really cheap. Picked up a crafterblue silicon in black which is excellent but doesn’t ‘pop’ the green so Going to try a strapcode next.
They do a green strap and also the orange looks incredible with green. It obviously not for all occasions!
Green Bay Packer green, awesome!!
The Sumo is an awesome watch. I have a “Blumo” and will never part with it. The new Sumo is more expensive, but now has a better movement and Sapphire. Seiko offers so much in terms of longevity... I have Seikos that are 50 years old and my watchmaker can still find the parts needed to maintain them. This needs to be kept in mind when buying micro brands. I agree Rob... lack of a milled clap is not a big deal. Pressed claps are much thinner and comfortable on wrist.
Do you think it'll wear well on a 6.25" wrist? My jade monster is the largest watch I'm comfortable wearing.
Hmmm - you watch has the marker and chapter ring not aligned at 6 o'clock - mine was one of 5 pieces the AD had and I checked them all - mine has a slight date wheel misalignment but at least the chapter ring and indices are aligned - don't understand the Seiko quality control. Love the watch in general but a there should really be a milled clasp for this price too.
I like that green colour
I got this in Tokyo few weeks ago as the SBDC081 for like $430 - was maybe Y45,000
I'd like to see a signed crown. But it's not a deal breaker.
Tennessee Mike considering there was an inscribed crown on the old Sumo, and there was even a milled clasp on the Sarb033 and 035, it makes you wonder whether Seiko designers and management really understand what many watch buyers really want in a watch at a certain price point.
Are you planning on modding any of these? Ceramic bezel upgrade?
Love my Hulk on my 6,4" wrist. What a presence!!!!!!!!!!!1
Big fan of yours, Bruce. I am writing to ask for a suggestion on resolving a dilemma: the black limited edition sumo spb125 or the 2020 green alpinist spb121?
Background: I have the PADI turtle, the STO blue whale turtle, the STO shark samurai. Would like to add the sumo and tuna at some point.
I have presage cocktail time mockingbird, which is my first Seiko non-diver and liked the green alpinist.
The two watches that I named are expensive enough I can pick only one now. Both are available at my city's Seiko boutique.
With a 9 inch wrist any leads on places to shop?
Thanks for any help.
Great Video as usual Rob.
Polish on the crown allows us to see RR's reflection !
I’ve got this exact watch on a Strapcode Angus Jubilee...
- love how the dial and bracelet plays with the light
- feels better built than my two Omegas (Planet Ocean and Seamaster 300M)
- I’ve been wearing it much more than my Omegas
- looks better than my Planet Ocean and just as eye catching as my electric blue Seamaster 300M
To me it’s like a factory modded SKX... with all the right fancy parts.
Same. Immediately put mine on a SC Angus Jubilee also. Great combo!
I’ll have to try the angus jubilee
@@JeremyJakeWest Does the Angus Jubilee match pretty well with the watch?
Izzy Thomas...yes, it matches extremely well. Looks OEM!
I love mine. My only issue is the dog bracelet included. I wish I got it on the rubber. I know I am going to buy a proper bracelet for it anyway
Would you say the lug width is too narrow for this size of a watch? Personally, I think a 22/24 mm lug width will make it better
I love Seiko’s but i can never wear it with steel it feels too cheap. My SRP has a rubber and looks and feels awsome.
Is the sumo the same size as a SBDC065 or close to it?
MM200 Vs this? What do you prefer Rob?
I own a second generation Blumo and I’ve tried this watch on and the new black one on at a local jeweler and I’m not feeling it at all. To me the slight cosmetic changes are just enough to make it not a Sumo to me. Even with the upgraded movement and sapphire crystal I still like my Blumo better. I also believe it doesn’t justify an almost $350 price increase.
2nd gen blumo looks likes a watch made for kids. compared to the new gen green sumo? Miles apart! Dont believe? Try on the green
Have now had my Sumo for 4 months and I wear it 24/7 in a very active way, but on regular base i wake up in the morning and it is stopped. The dealer says I shall on reular base pull it up - can it be so ? TIA from Denmark
Love the watch, but I would change out the bracelet and put it on a rubber strap.
Does this look more premium on wrist I'm comparison to say a Steinhart OVM?
Wondering whether to change one out and bring something new in, although I do like my OVM, though I now prefer watches with a date function.
I would never wear something like a steinhart, there are so many great watches out there under 1000$, don't buy some weird fake rolex.
@@traycel5210 Already have an OVM 42, was considering flipping for something with a Date function. Personally, I dont think my 42mm OVM looks like a Modern Rolex, neither in dimensions, bezel or clasp design. Especially when you compare it to things like Parnis, Loreo, Tissel, Squale, Ginault and some other higher end pieces. But each to their own. I'm not a fan of fakes, a little tolerant with homage, but prefer if a homage has other design elements incorporated.
I know for 850 it's high. But if you could pick on up for 550 is that a better deal.
The sumo should be called the baby marinemaster they are so close in looks and feel
Sumo❣️
Great watch. Would be great if the case and bracelet was made of titanium, IMHO.
Closest thing we can get to a Hulk
For $850 MSRP this should have the milled clasp and Diashield coating like other Seiko divers in this price range. Seiko is going to price themselves out of existence. I prefer the look overall of the older Sumos.
Apart from looking nicer what's the big deal with milled clasps? You don't even see them when wearing the watch. Also price rises don't seem to be affecting any other watch manufacturer do why do you single out Seiko?
are the spb103 and sbdc081 the same?
This or a green Oris Aquis?
Gold and green looks very beautiful but i love the beautiful green colour not the army colours
Nice
It would look better with a jubilee bracelet IMO.
2 years ago, i dreamed of this. Now, im sleeping with it. Just grabbed one under 400 minty.
Should have been signed crown and milled clasp.
British racing green
Pressed clasp, that's robbery when micro brands do milled at half the price.
That clasp nowadays should be unacceptable. I would rather go micro than get a seiko. Micro brands have so much more to offer.
Couldn't agree more..
On one hand, I hear you. On the other hand, 70 hour power reserve. Who else does 70 plus hours, Tudor Black Bay at 3500 plus? So thats a huge bonus.
Speed Zero who needs a 70 hour power reserve when you got a good wrist watch that you don’t want to take off. But I agree that is impressive.
@@josephcastillo6742 Oh I hear you! I've got on my Oris 65 at the moment--beautiful watch, but a short 38 hours of power. My daily wearer, it looks way nicer than its price point.
I'm thinking of getting the black version.
Want to see it in person and check bezel alignment lol, before buying.
Really like the case shape, overall I like it but would most likely change strap away from a metal strap.
These clowns at Mimo Jewelry are hilarious! They sell regular Turtles at $525!!!!
Oh yeah, I am in a real hurry to become their customer!
😀😁😂🤣😃😄😅😆
Where is a good alternative for Seiko ?
@@TZOID08 Hamilton is one of the best alternatives. However, if you want to dive watches and gamble on "getting plastic part or not ", It would be Certina.
Yeah every watch price is inflated lmao and this channel acts like it is a great deal 😂
@@tippykaffu4047 thanks... my question was where is an alternative to Mimo's to buy Seiko? I own 9 dive watches... Omega , Tudor , Brietling and Sinn
@@TZOID08 mido ocean star
I love this update of the Sumo. I wonder how this compares to the MM200? Thank you Rob :)
@@varanid9 Thank you :)
What is the weight of the watch
I really like the color but I much prefer the price of my old Blumo.
You're lucky you got to enjoy these watches at those prices! Even now I feel the new gen sumo prices are still very reasonable! A pint of milk was cheaper last week. My wage rised due to keeping up with inflation. My dad brought a Rolex back in his days for £500 at an AD. So count yourself lucky to own those watches you have at lower prices! Because for Seiko, those lower prices will not be back and Seiko will be more successful than ever!
What loses more value the sumo or turtle ?
I own the sumo and the new king turtle. Along with many expensive watches! Never has it come across mind if my watches will lose or gain money!
Done with Seiko with the new pricing but same old quality control problems.
Great looking watch and a great video, but $850 puts it out of reach for a lot of us. I’d do that for a Swiss movement, but not for a Seiko.
green and gold that's why i hated the sarb 17 . .christmas decoration watch
Is it a Sumo Hulk or a Grumo??
Grumo!
What kind of bracelet you folks recommended on this sumo ? This bracelet is not stellar on this price range.. :(
Check strapcode : the angus or endmill.
Or you have yobokies : beads of rice
It depends on personal preferences
@@zouki42 Thanks. Where I can buy Yobokies bracelet ?
No S on the crown ....... 🤔
I love the Green dial and bezel and the shape. I can't see the price being what it is for this watch. Sorry.
Why do I hear so many peoples complain the prices? Seiko sumo are peanuts for what they are! I'm saying this as a watchmaker!
Seiko had me till hearing the lug width
I hearby nickname this Sumo, The Sparty!
I thought of switching my bezel to this style bezel but the old bold font is also what makes it a Sumo! Sorry again we couldn’t meet up man! Hopefully we can next time!
The hands seem too thin
At that price point i would go for an Oris or a Squale
I'm disappointed with the bezel. It has lost it's uniqueness.
The clasp is cheap
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band looks cheap