Excellent review Gordon and I must say how nice it is to have another Australian contributor. I sincerely hope you can find the time for additional reviews equally as comprehensive and professional as this one.
Incredibly thorough review! thank you, it was a pleasure to watch! It is a fantastic watch, can't wait for my local AD to receive one so I can try it on
That's an excellent review!! Especially like the historical comparison and accurate and useful details on things to watch out for. Was surprised to only see two watch reviews on your channel, it sounds like you've been doing this for years! (Please do more, of any brand. :) )
As much as I love the look of 777 (779,775) same time I am little disappointed that they used 4r36 in it. This beauty need 6r15, especially on this price point. I am sure there will be 6r15 version, we shall keep one eye on Japanese domestic market.
Excellent review. This is the first time I've seen one of your videos, just subscribed, and I will keep checking them out. Very knowledgeable and informative. Greetings from France. Keep them coming.
Very in depth review! Excellent! Could you compare the Sumo SBDC003 Blue to the SRP773.. I have the Sumo and wanted to know if the blue is the same beautiful blue as on the sumo..thanks!
Hi Gordon - Missed you at the shop today, picked up the 775 with the rubber strap also. Thanks for your service and advice, looking forward to many more vids!! Marcus
Great review, Gordon! I'm a Seiko diver's watch fan and I'm just so happy Seiko decided to do a reissue of one of my favorite watches! I'm about to get one, myself and may even have to buy a second one, later on. You know, to keep things in balance, since I got two SKXs, as well. ; ) Think I'll try and get my hands on one of those new SE PADI versions. They look awesome, with the blue sunburst dial and Pepsi bezel. Anyway, thanks Gordon! And thank you Seiko for bringing back the 6309!
He doesn't use the right terminology, or special terms that only Seiko uses, and makes up his own scatter brained attributes. It's like he thinks things things like this are made like cheap digital watches, or iphones or something?
Neat review. As I understand, the Seiko Prospex Turtle is not for the Japan Domestic Market and the lume is Seiko's own Lumibrite. Many of the SRP777J1 Made in Japan print, are mostly out of stock. I hope they will be back on the seller's shelves soon as I am presently searching for one.
I'm glad to see Seiko bringing these to the market. The one and only downside is the second hand. Why they would put the lollipop lume on the opposite end is beyond me. My 6309 second hand has the lollipop on the correct side. However, this will not deter me from getting the SRP777. These will most definitely sell very well.
Great review Gordon, so glad they have brought out the new SRPs, bought a 777 and 775 from Creation watches, delivered in 3 days to Scotland, bought a 6309 from philipines about 5 years ago, was promised it was pressure tested, fully serviced etc etc, flooded on my introduction to water! lol...........so glad the new ones are out, Ps my 777 is very slighty out of alignment but its hardly noticeable.
And here I was, thinking I was the only one that hated the PS (X) logo they've been putting on everything. I personally think it takes away from the classiness of the watch. There is too much text in my opinion, but I will totally buy this because I recently fell in love with these turtle watches! Great review!
What a great Aussie reviewer. Great detail. Do you know anyone in Australia (Sydney) who can mod these watches. Thinking of a double dome sapphire and ceramic bezel.
Hi there Gordon,a very good review by the way.Have a question about the SRP 777J model for you.Why are there different markings on the dial of the J model?On some watches it reads "Movt Japan" and the one sold in Singapore reads "Made in Japan",could it be that one of them is a JDM issued watch and the other is a "J" model for international market?appreciate your take on this...best regards.
Quick question - this is the only Seiko I have, a 2016 777 J market one. It has been worn about 6 times, including once surfing. I took it out of its box to wear this week, and found the crown is quite wobbly when unscrewed. I cannot remember what it was like when I bought it in 2016 - can anyone advise me what theirs is like re. crown wobble? Thanks in advance!
My SRP775J1 is amazingly accurate. Having lost only half a second after a week of wrist time, which I can adjust for by leaving it face up overnight. I've also got an SKX009k1 which consistently runs -10 s/d. I think Seiko did a great job with this reissue.
Wow incredible watch. Just sold a Tudor to make room for this. Can't believe they discontinued the 007 though, gonna have to buy a bunch of those before they reach 6309 prices.
Kev Pugh. Not really. A year ago they were 350 euros which is quite a lot, but today the same shop sells them for 222 euros. It's creationwatches btw. Bought my baby tuna from them.
+denis1110 Yeah not so much discontinued from a Google search I did......care to share a link where you see that? A current and credible link? Not an opinion or postulation.
Hi Rotty. No, 1 minute plus a day is definitely outside of Seiko specs for the 4R36 movement. 15 to 20 seconds plus is the stated accuracy and I've had these movements run a lot better than that. Its possible that the movement might have become magnetised. This is an easy and cheap fix that any watch maker should be able to help you with.
The new second hand with the lume pip on the opposite end rubs me wrong. WHY?!?!?! It's because it is cheaper for seiko to reuse old SKX parts on this new model. Also being assembled in China really takes away from this watch. Would rather buy the original one made in Japan. - Another cost cutting measure. What a shame.
Excellent review Gordon and I must say how nice it is to have another Australian contributor. I sincerely hope you can find the time for additional reviews equally as comprehensive and professional as this one.
Mate your reviews are so good! I see you have been inactive for a while. Please make more content like these 🙏 please! Cheers from Bengaluru India
Great review very detailed. I can't believe how accurate these newer movements are since they were updated.
Now an iconic model in it's own right. Hail the SRP Turtle!
Incredibly thorough review! thank you, it was a pleasure to watch!
It is a fantastic watch, can't wait for my local AD to receive one so I can try it on
Yep they are amazing So happy they put the 4R36 in them. This watch is going to be a huge seller for Seiko.
I love the gold one, probably change the metal strap to leather and i am ready for a Gent look.
That's an excellent review!! Especially like the historical comparison and accurate and useful details on things to watch out for. Was surprised to only see two watch reviews on your channel, it sounds like you've been doing this for years! (Please do more, of any brand. :) )
Congrats! Extremely well made review. You should definately make more. Thank you!
Great review! I've just ordered an SRP777 from Hong Kong, can't wait!
Do you have a 6105 Willard?
Fantastic review Gordon!
Fantastic job. I have the gilt one incoming. Do you have a part number for purchasing the strap alone?
As much as I love the look of 777 (779,775) same time I am little disappointed that they used 4r36 in it. This beauty need 6r15, especially on this price point. I am sure there will be 6r15 version, we shall keep one eye on Japanese domestic market.
Excellent review. This is the first time I've seen one of your videos, just subscribed, and I will keep checking them out. Very knowledgeable and informative.
Greetings from France. Keep them coming.
Very in depth review! Excellent! Could you compare the Sumo SBDC003 Blue to the SRP773.. I have the Sumo and wanted to know if the blue is the same beautiful blue as on the sumo..thanks!
Hi Gordon - Missed you at the shop today, picked up the 775 with the rubber strap also. Thanks for your service and advice, looking forward to many more vids!! Marcus
An absolutely wonderful watch. I love my 777J1. Great review👍
Have they settled in time keeping wise and got any faster?
Great review, Gordon! I'm a Seiko diver's watch fan and I'm just so happy Seiko decided to do a reissue of one of my favorite watches! I'm about to get one, myself and may even have to buy a second one, later on. You know, to keep things in balance, since I got two SKXs, as well. ; ) Think I'll try and get my hands on one of those new SE PADI versions. They look awesome, with the blue sunburst dial and Pepsi bezel. Anyway, thanks Gordon! And thank you Seiko for bringing back the 6309!
without day date maybe would be better i ordered my srp777...cant wait.
I ordered my one yesterday! Can't wait:)
I really enjoyed the video. Who makes that blue rubber strap?
What a great video, you should do more about your other seikos
He doesn't use the right terminology, or special terms that only Seiko uses, and makes up his own scatter brained attributes. It's like he thinks things things like this are made like cheap digital watches, or iphones or something?
What are you talking about? This guy knows what hes talking about and its a great review.
I have seen a few other comments from that person on watch videos, all quite strange/ derogatory, so I presume it's just trolling.
Great review, really appreciated it. I'm thinking about getting the SRP775.
Best Seiko Review to Date ... You should do Seiko History Seminars and GTG's 👑
Neat review. As I understand, the Seiko Prospex Turtle is not for the Japan Domestic Market and the lume is Seiko's own Lumibrite. Many of the SRP777J1 Made in Japan print, are mostly out of stock. I hope they will be back on the seller's shelves soon as I am presently searching for one.
I'm glad to see Seiko bringing these to the market. The one and only downside is the second hand. Why they would put the lollipop lume on the opposite end is beyond me. My 6309 second hand has the lollipop on the correct side. However, this will not deter me from getting the SRP777. These will most definitely sell very well.
Great review Gordon, so glad they have brought out the new SRPs, bought a 777 and 775 from Creation watches, delivered in 3 days to Scotland, bought a 6309 from philipines about 5 years ago, was promised it was pressure tested, fully serviced etc etc, flooded on my introduction to water! lol...........so glad the new ones are out, Ps my 777 is very slighty out of alignment but its hardly noticeable.
I live in Brissie - what shop is best for Seiko (used or new)?
And here I was, thinking I was the only one that hated the PS (X) logo they've been putting on everything. I personally think it takes away from the classiness of the watch. There is too much text in my opinion, but I will totally buy this because I recently fell in love with these turtle watches! Great review!
Great review!!! Thank you for your time!
What a great Aussie reviewer. Great detail. Do you know anyone in Australia (Sydney) who can mod these watches. Thinking of a double dome sapphire and ceramic bezel.
Thanks for Great Video, ordered on top to the Black also the Blue one today and also a SKX 009👍👍👍
Hi there Gordon,a very good review by the way.Have a question about the SRP 777J model for you.Why are there different markings on the dial of the J model?On some watches it reads "Movt Japan" and the one sold in Singapore reads "Made in Japan",could it be that one of them is a JDM issued watch and the other is a "J" model for international market?appreciate your take on this...best regards.
Nice 6309, the nos bezel and insert you have on it, is for the 7002 not the 6309.
Fantastic review
Is the bezel bigger in the SPR? I think it is 40mm in the 6309, how about the SRP?
GREAT reviw. so i bought the SRP775-K. You should do more reviews. Why not review your collection of watches / Seiko's. Would be very nice.
Quick question - this is the only Seiko I have, a 2016 777 J market one. It has been worn about 6 times, including once surfing. I took it out of its box to wear this week, and found the crown is quite wobbly when unscrewed. I cannot remember what it was like when I bought it in 2016 - can anyone advise me what theirs is like re. crown wobble? Thanks in advance!
My SRP775J1 is amazingly accurate. Having lost only half a second after a week of wrist time, which I can adjust for by leaving it face up overnight. I've also got an SKX009k1 which consistently runs -10 s/d.
I think Seiko did a great job with this reissue.
Srp 777 extremely accurate. Better than Rolex any day for the price and accuracy.
I personally prefer the old style, where the second hand has the lume part closest to the bezzle.
Great work. Love my turtle!
I am guessing that is an Orbis Morgan strap you're using. I have my SKX007 on that same blue one. Very nice, thanks for a great video.
Wow incredible watch. Just sold a Tudor to make room for this. Can't believe they discontinued the 007 though, gonna have to buy a bunch of those before they reach 6309 prices.
You should have kept the Tudor.
***** lol you're right
Chris the skx007 wasn’t discontinued at the time of your comment
nice watches I love seiko srp775 lovely design
Wasn't the 6309 smaller than the new turtle?
Nice. How do we order
Brilliant review. Thanks :)
Excellent review.........!!
Great review, thank you. Liked and subscribed 😊
I enjoyed the review -- very informative.
These are fantastic, so far no luck finding them in the States
I really love the Turtle, but I just cant justify the price. So expensive compared to the Monster.
Kev Pugh. Not really. A year ago they were 350 euros which is quite a lot, but today the same shop sells them for 222 euros. It's creationwatches btw. Bought my baby tuna from them.
I wear a 6309 from 1985 daily.
theyre still making the skx right?
+Jun Yang Chia no they've discontinued them, I'm sure there's plenty of new ones still for sale though
+John Myers ever heard of Google?
+denis1110 Yeah not so much discontinued from a Google search I did......care to share a link where you see that? A current and credible link? Not an opinion or postulation.
Just got my 777...how accurate should the watch be. Is gaining a minute a day acceptable?
Hi Rotty. No, 1 minute plus a day is definitely outside of Seiko specs for the 4R36 movement. 15 to 20 seconds plus is the stated accuracy and I've had these movements run a lot better than that. Its possible that the movement might have become magnetised. This is an easy and cheap fix that any watch maker should be able to help you with.
Called Macy’s and they are sending me a new watch...no questions asked.
I have a crazy question to ask. I know 200m is 660 FT. What is 150m? I hope this is not a dump question. Is it 350m?
Michael Kish Please use a ratio.
200/660 = 150/x
200x/660 = 150
200x = 660 (150)
200x = 99,000
x = 99,000 / 200
x = 495 ft.
Thank You for getting back to me. Now I know. Thanks Bro.
does it have batery? charged by light?
It's automatic.
What about the SRP777K1?
That is the k1 version. J1 version is hard to find outside Japan and also tad more expensive.
I just ordered my J1 from Japan. Its more expensive but is made in Japan.
As iconic as the Chuna
The new second hand with the lume pip on the opposite end rubs me wrong. WHY?!?!?! It's because it is cheaper for seiko to reuse old SKX parts on this new model.
Also being assembled in China really takes away from this watch. Would rather buy the original one made in Japan. - Another cost cutting measure. What a shame.
I agree with some of the comments below...great vid! If you could you should more...for now i will subscribe your channel hoping for that
This watch was worn by capt willard in apocalypse now
A few photos of Mick Jagger in one of the originals too.
Did a Dingo steal yur babe???
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You are the best.
Convex*
Intro was too much.
Wonderful review