Your comment about them having plenty is spot on. It's almost May 2022 and I still see these selling NEW online, and at a price below MSRP. You called it.
I got my SPB183 today, great watch. The blue is great, it wears nicely. The bracelet is really short, i did not have to remove anything, i just used the microadjust.
i love how most people are trying to convince themselves not to pick up this LE Blue Willard by saying they prefer the green but deep inside they know they want. Also the black re-interpretation is not the same as the original one and people who owns the OG 6105-8110/9 knows why. The collectivity of this blue will just go up because it's a limited numbered edition. 10 years from now, the regular releases will be there but try getting the blue in mint condition.. Great pick up Falling Titan
I had to edit my comment. This review has the information I’m looking for. Getting ready to pull the trigger on this one and I value your opinion on watches. Thanks for sharing.
I did treat my 6.5" wrist to a bb58 this year. It is excellent apart from the bracelets lack of adjustment. No half links and in need of a 4th micro adjustment. The clasp is also wider than my wrist. Bezel is excellent and looks great in matt Finnish.
nice to see a first actual review about SBDC123. although I am not a dark blue guy, the watch is still very cool as Seiko always does. Thanks for the review!
I'm a recovering Seikoholic. I have found a way. I really looked at the value, then kept on going for years, and finally built the strength, and quit. Life is so much easier now.
Nice review. The blue limited edition does look nice but I still prefer my black dial version. It’s more true to the original Willard with the history.
Love the way you present a watch. Bought one of the watch (SPB185j) after looking at your review. Love that watch.... Now I have this one on hold from the same AD... but thinking should I get this one or go for another brand now since I have one seiko already
Stunning colorway bro... But I'm sticking with my black/original dial. Great review as always... P. S. Aren't our wives related? Coz I sure can relate with you! 🤣🤣🤣
UPDATE: Original Owner Not Responding. So the Perfect Alignment chapter ring, Bezel insert, Lume pip, Hands, Movement Limited Willard X is mine now if I want it. Wife still saying no. but but but I think I have to go to the bank now and drive 50min to pick it up again. wish I didnt drive it back in the first place lol. I thought original owner would be there to get it.
@@vict9062 Had it on for about 5 days straight. I need a black seiko OEM strap for it. the original is too blue. but still love it. I'm on a wait list for a seiko strap lolololol HOW CRAZY IS THAT!!!! I can see myself keeping this for a long long time UNLESS in 2021 seiko makes a nicer color willard that I must have. then i'll flip. But I know 100% i must always have a willard in the collection. As I sold my green one i regretted it instantly.
same! theres 1 or 2 used bb58's added to the reddit watch exchange every day almost! i see it. so very easy to get used for a slight discount. wonder why no one is holding on to them! (thewatchexchange)
Hi Falling, does the Bracelet and Clasp have the Seiko Diashield just like the case? Do you think we can reconfirm this with your Seiko friend/ connection ? Coz some other reviews say the bracelet and clasp got the Diashield. Thanks a lot Falling.
it was sold. the one im wearing is a mod. 143 MODDED. the greeen willard i knew wont hold value and i can get it alot less later from my AD. i bought it over seas to be first on youtube with it for a lot more. and the willard sold in 12 hours. the 63mas took weeks and weeks and weeks to sell!
i didnt show the work. in the 143 video. i talk about how it was misaligned dial chapter ring. and how I might swap it with my 149 dial that i have in my explorer mod. I ended up doing it. if you notice my 149 has a silver seconds hand now. because its a 143!~ lol
friend close to seiko sent me one. It was a defect one. it has 2 specs on it. but can only be seen with a 5X macro lens. but the chapter ring is printed on perfectly. which i care about the most. it drives me nuts when i look down and 12 o clock is off by so much! in the end i like the 149 dial and it bursts nice in the sun so i dont mind having it back over the 143. altho the 143 is more tru to the original.
Pretty identical specs, just different styles and up to your preferences. I have an SPB149 and its amazing. Amazing wrist presence and a bit more understated although stunning. But again it’s really up to what you want.
the 183 has a little more character and historical significance. differences are case shape, seconds hand style, tone and color of blue, size. watch my 149 review to see. the 149 is a re-imagination of seikos first divers watch.
My only gripe with mine is that the date isn't quite centred in its window. Not a deal breaker but a bit annoying although I am one of the lucky one's with a perfectly aligned bezel. It's a fantastic watch. There are haters of course as there are with any watch, the most common reason being the price but hey, if you're that bothered, go drop 9k on a 007 Seamaster. Each to their own. All watches are overpriced when you consider that for the intended purpose, a $20 casio will do a better job.
Maybe unpopular opinion: bought a spb149j1 even if it costs +1000 because i just love it and hoped that being first model and LE it will maybe keep value. VERY ANGRY at Seiko for coming out with new LEs every week almost, including this and all others. They’re making toms of money now but losing interest and trust by buyers in the long term imo, which will of coure result in watches made from now on losing about all value since they will not be “the rare ones”. Am i the only one thinking that? Ps: of course making 10000000000 new watches a year means also having about no QC, so even worse effect on future sales / user trust
Buy yourself a Sinn 104 Black dial - for the same money as they Seiko Willard re-issue. The quality difference is considerable and with a swiss movement, antimagnetic, bi-directional countdown timer bezel, 200m, screw-down crown, sapphire glass and sapphire glass back exhibition case with a lightly decorated movement - it's a fantastic daily as covers all bases and a real strap monster and also holds its money. I also have the Willard, which I like, but objectively and quality-wise - there's a lot better for 1k + out there. Sinn is a good example of quality for the money.
marathon has a bracelet made with screws as so many other watches in price point or even half, a fake rolex has screws in bracelet made in china like this bracelet they could use screws
Great review as usual. However, I will probably be a minority opinion regarding this watch. I love my Willard green dial but this latest iteration of the Seiko Willard seems to be a cash grab by Seiko. By making it a limited edition increases the interest to obtain one of these. The black and green versions are sufficient to me. Admittedly this is a cynical opinion but I'm seeing Seiko increasing prices on their newer models with just slight adjustments to movements featured in previous models costing hundreds of dollars less. Also, Seiko still hasn't solved bezel alignment issues which should never be an issue with a $1000 plus watch. To those of you who purchase this watch, enjoy.
blue is the trend of 2020 it seems. So not surprising seiko wants to capitalize. they are in it to win it...or to survive and be profitable after all. I do agree the price increases suck but when compared to higher priced swiss models. stay tuned next week I battle this watch. you will see. Seikos have been under priced for a while now.
I am tempted but if I got a Turd like the ones many other reviewers did that is + or - 19 seconds or worse and the bezel was out of line I would be pissed. Seiko QC is garbage
seiko makes 60,000 watches every 5 hours. for that level of speed their QC is a little bit of a god's miracle its not worse. Stick to swiss brands if your so concerned in my opinion.
@@EscapementWatch I was able to pick up. a 2 month old SBDC111 from a member of WUS for $775 . It's a good one and I love it !!! My only Seiko in the collection
King Turtle dark mamta 500usd +7second per day Got it over the Willard Cant justify the Willard price and that movement the jurys out but many say it can be a dog
The poor man Rolex is actually your Tudor not the Seiko. Tudor is intended for customer is not savvy enough to on the list get a Submariner. I own both Seiko and Rolex so go to an AD try to get Submariner and you see what I mean, if you're not their VIP customers they will walk to you to the Tudor display
Your comment about them having plenty is spot on. It's almost May 2022 and I still see these selling NEW online, and at a price below MSRP. You called it.
Yes the WillardX isn't the greatest seller for seiko
I got my SPB183 today, great watch. The blue is great, it wears nicely. The bracelet is really short, i did not have to remove anything, i just used the microadjust.
i love how most people are trying to convince themselves not to pick up this LE Blue Willard by saying they prefer the green but deep inside they know they want. Also the black re-interpretation is not the same as the original one and people who owns the OG 6105-8110/9 knows why. The collectivity of this blue will just go up because it's a limited numbered edition. 10 years from now, the regular releases will be there but try getting the blue in mint condition..
Great pick up Falling Titan
I agree, the aging process adds to the character of a watch. Thanks for the video.
Mate, really warming to your channel. Love your passion and the knowledgeable content. Keep it up and congrats on the looming fatherhood. Cheers 👍
Just purchased mine. Finally got a Willard to go with my SRPE05 SPB183 SPB191 and SPB207. Let the honeymoon stage begin..
congrats!
You don't have to be poor to love Seiko. It's an icon right along all the others. I have this watch and love it.
Do you wear it most days?
I had to edit my comment. This review has the information I’m looking for. Getting ready to pull the trigger on this one and I value your opinion on watches. Thanks for sharing.
Don't worry bro.. Check out this video at 8 minutes and 43 seconds I did a wrist shot with it. th-cam.com/video/Njb3cVBwsHc/w-d-xo.html
When you said, "Let's check the lume," I was waiting for Uncle Jimmy and Ted to start singing.
I wish I had uncle jimmy and Ted on my channel! dam!
Beautiful blue! Got the black and think about getting this one too. Good review!
Still thinking get this blue dial or the original black dial. Price is about 200 usd different. Difficult to choose !!
I did treat my 6.5" wrist to a bb58 this year. It is excellent apart from the bracelets lack of adjustment. No half links and in need of a 4th micro adjustment. The clasp is also wider than my wrist. Bezel is excellent and looks great in matt Finnish.
Love the Al Bundy shirt! 4 touch downs in one game!
nice to see a first actual review about SBDC123. although I am not a dark blue guy, the watch is still very cool as Seiko always does. Thanks for the review!
I'm a recovering Seikoholic. I have found a way. I really looked at the value, then kept on going for years, and finally built the strength, and quit. Life is so much easier now.
Recovering seikoholic! Get off this channel immediately then! I suggest you no longer watch my videos for your own sake! Take care!
Are you still standing strong?
@@MrBacchus18 I got my first vintage Omega this year.
@@Bob.martens nice 👍 Live new and old Omega.
I also bought an omega smp last year, but it doesn’t stop me from buying Seikos lol
Nice review. The blue limited edition does look nice but I still prefer my black dial version. It’s more true to the original Willard with the history.
it is thats true. but this all new watch might deserve another color? buy both!
This or the green 153?
Got one for 1000 usd from my local seller. Very satisfied
nice!
Love the way you present a watch. Bought one of the watch (SPB185j) after looking at your review. Love that watch.... Now I have this one on hold from the same AD... but thinking should I get this one or go for another brand now since I have one seiko already
Glad I could help! Try other brands for sure to experience them all. Once you do you can get multiples of anything you truly like.
Great review! Super nice ref! Gotta love a Willard.
Right on!
Stunning colorway bro... But I'm sticking with my black/original dial. Great review as always...
P. S. Aren't our wives related? Coz I sure can relate with you! 🤣🤣🤣
Yes they are
Just picked one up on E-bay with box & papers for $700!😁😁😁😁😁
Great video once again! The watch looks very nice, the case shape is not my favorite. But i would definitely still wear this blue version.
Thanks for watching!
UPDATE: Original Owner Not Responding. So the Perfect Alignment chapter ring, Bezel insert, Lume pip, Hands, Movement Limited Willard X is mine now if I want it. Wife still saying no. but but but I think I have to go to the bank now and drive 50min to pick it up again. wish I didnt drive it back in the first place lol. I thought original owner would be there to get it.
Buy it dude. Forget about all that wife saying no nonsense.
I went back to the AD and got it! :)
Escapement & Watch please tell me how the honeymoon is doing? Is it a watch you would keep or flip later on?
@@vict9062 Had it on for about 5 days straight. I need a black seiko OEM strap for it. the original is too blue. but still love it. I'm on a wait list for a seiko strap lolololol HOW CRAZY IS THAT!!!! I can see myself keeping this for a long long time UNLESS in 2021 seiko makes a nicer color willard that I must have. then i'll flip. But I know 100% i must always have a willard in the collection. As I sold my green one i regretted it instantly.
I got mine very happy
I have the black one and love it, trying to find a single logic argument to buy the blue one as well! Any help?
hmmmm....2020 the year of the blue watch! thanks the to poor mans rolex. the hype TRAIN BB58 BLUE.
@@EscapementWatch maybe save for the Bb58 instead of 2nd Tudor but I like the Black BB58 more :)
same! theres 1 or 2 used bb58's added to the reddit watch exchange every day almost! i see it. so very easy to get used for a slight discount. wonder why no one is holding on to them! (thewatchexchange)
Hi Falling, does the Bracelet and Clasp have the Seiko Diashield just like the case? Do you think we can reconfirm this with your Seiko friend/ connection ? Coz some other reviews say the bracelet and clasp got the Diashield. Thanks a lot Falling.
Yes it does have it.
Do you think they will come out with the PADI edition?
for sure 100% in 2021 or 2022 for sure!
That blue looks great. And so does the green one. But the black still would be my choice, as it looks more original.
Awsome review and piece 👌🏻
Thank you! Cheers!
Abraham is the man @ Kavar
6R35 is that a good movement?
Last test. I've been wearing it all day since nov 24. average 0.6s per day. Its not bad.
Hi could you do a review on the new Seiko spb185\187 and the new Seiko shogun thanks.
YES! They are all on Order!
Thanks for the review 👍 done
hi! why did you sell the spb153?
because I knew the blue was going to release in the future and wanted it instead
New subscriber because you feature the 42 blue willard and you're pretty funny.
Welcome aboard!
@@EscapementWatch thank you.
Great video. Unfortunately we didn't get to see it on wrist
In the next video battle it will be shown.
Haha..."a happy wife is a happy life!" 😆😆😆
I thought the 63MAS would be the one to sell over the green Willard??
it was sold. the one im wearing is a mod. 143 MODDED. the greeen willard i knew wont hold value and i can get it alot less later from my AD. i bought it over seas to be first on youtube with it for a lot more. and the willard sold in 12 hours. the 63mas took weeks and weeks and weeks to sell!
@@EscapementWatch where's the video with that 143 mod?
i didnt show the work. in the 143 video. i talk about how it was misaligned dial chapter ring. and how I might swap it with my 149 dial that i have in my explorer mod. I ended up doing it. if you notice my 149 has a silver seconds hand now. because its a 143!~ lol
@@EscapementWatch oh I get it now. Yeah it took a while to sell my SBDC107 too. How did you end up with an extra spare 149 dial?
friend close to seiko sent me one. It was a defect one. it has 2 specs on it. but can only be seen with a 5X macro lens. but the chapter ring is printed on perfectly. which i care about the most. it drives me nuts when i look down and 12 o clock is off by so much! in the end i like the 149 dial and it bursts nice in the sun so i dont mind having it back over the 143. altho the 143 is more tru to the original.
What is the difference between SPB183 & SPB149? Aside from the outlook, as it seems pretty much the same. Appreciate if you could do some Q&A
Pretty identical specs, just different styles and up to your preferences. I have an SPB149 and its amazing. Amazing wrist presence and a bit more understated although stunning. But again it’s really up to what you want.
the 183 has a little more character and historical significance. differences are case shape, seconds hand style, tone and color of blue, size. watch my 149 review to see. the 149 is a re-imagination of seikos first divers watch.
I have the SPB149, and it is a great watch!!!
Loving all the reviews you done😎
My only gripe with mine is that the date isn't quite centred in its window. Not a deal breaker but a bit annoying although I am one of the lucky one's with a perfectly aligned bezel. It's a fantastic watch. There are haters of course as there are with any watch, the most common reason being the price but hey, if you're that bothered, go drop 9k on a 007 Seamaster. Each to their own. All watches are overpriced when you consider that for the intended purpose, a $20 casio will do a better job.
😂 Great intro... That may be the main reason why we buy Seikos instead of Omegas... The wife 😂😂😂
If the "blue willard" is identical to the green "willard-x", I'll keep my green boy!
great variant
Glad you like it
@@EscapementWatch i’ve got the black and green ones. a third one....my wife says no 😂
hahaa omg. its tough when its such a great watch. I got lucky the guy backed out so i went back to the AD and picked this up.
@@EscapementWatch very good, my friend 🤩🤩🤩
I still prefer green dial spb 153 and spb151 replace bracelets with waffle rubber band
add lume shots !!!
I always have lume shots
Prehistoric turtle
No wife, no baby, but no Seiko either. Great review...keep that timegrapher beeping!
I went back the next day as I got the call! so I picked it up again. It is mine officially now.
@@EscapementWatch 👍🏻👍🏻
Remember the babies will come and go, watches are forever!
lolololol
Maybe unpopular opinion: bought a spb149j1 even if it costs +1000 because i just love it and hoped that being first model and LE it will maybe keep value. VERY ANGRY at Seiko for coming out with new LEs every week almost, including this and all others. They’re making toms of money now but losing interest and trust by buyers in the long term imo, which will of coure result in watches made from now on losing about all value since they will not be “the rare ones”. Am i the only one thinking that?
Ps: of course making 10000000000 new watches a year means also having about no QC, so even worse effect on future sales / user trust
Buy yourself a Sinn 104 Black dial - for the same money as they Seiko Willard re-issue. The quality difference is considerable and with a swiss movement, antimagnetic, bi-directional countdown timer bezel, 200m, screw-down crown, sapphire glass and sapphire glass back exhibition case with a lightly decorated movement - it's a fantastic daily as covers all bases and a real strap monster and also holds its money. I also have the Willard, which I like, but objectively and quality-wise - there's a lot better for 1k + out there. Sinn is a good example of quality for the money.
marathon has a bracelet made with screws as so many other watches in price point or even half, a fake rolex has screws in bracelet made in china like this bracelet they could use screws
Not sure how I feel about that blue.
Great review as usual. However, I will probably be a minority opinion regarding this watch. I love my Willard green dial but this latest iteration of the Seiko Willard seems to be a cash grab by Seiko. By making it a limited edition increases the interest to obtain one of these. The black and green versions are sufficient to me. Admittedly this is a cynical opinion but I'm seeing Seiko increasing prices on their newer models with just slight adjustments to movements featured in previous models costing hundreds of dollars less. Also, Seiko still hasn't solved bezel alignment issues which should never be an issue with a $1000 plus watch. To those of you who purchase this watch, enjoy.
blue is the trend of 2020 it seems. So not surprising seiko wants to capitalize. they are in it to win it...or to survive and be profitable after all. I do agree the price increases suck but when compared to higher priced swiss models. stay tuned next week I battle this watch. you will see. Seikos have been under priced for a while now.
I picked one up yesterday at 20% off from an AD. Please guys don’t pay over retail for these.
nice one!
captain!!!!!!!!!
I am tempted but if I got a Turd like the ones many other reviewers did that is + or - 19 seconds or worse and the bezel was out of line I would be pissed. Seiko QC is garbage
seiko makes 60,000 watches every 5 hours. for that level of speed their QC is a little bit of a god's miracle its not worse. Stick to swiss brands if your so concerned in my opinion.
@@EscapementWatch I'll do that or if the right deal comes along roll the dice.
Good luck bro
@@EscapementWatch I was able to pick up. a 2 month old SBDC111 from a member of WUS for $775 . It's a good one and I love it !!! My only Seiko in the collection
King Turtle dark mamta 500usd +7second per day
Got it over the Willard
Cant justify the Willard price and that movement the jurys out but many say it can be a dog
looks more like a terrapin than a turtle
Tell your AD to set the timing better before they release watches.
The AD's do not do the timing.
@@EscapementWatch usually they do check the timing if they are good ADs.
SPB149 over this ALL day
Ughhh that blue is way too saturated. Just looks cheap
This f*cking guy.
The poor man Rolex is actually your Tudor not the Seiko. Tudor is intended for customer is not savvy enough to on the list get a Submariner. I own both Seiko and Rolex so go to an AD try to get Submariner and you see what I mean, if you're not their VIP customers they will walk to you to the Tudor display
Naomi is a female name isn’t it? Are you sure it’s a he?
probably unisex in Japan
Seiko: Great dials, lousy bracelets, limited upper middle class delusions.