I just picked up a pre-owned SPB183, I agree that the dial is what sold me. As for the case, I disliked the Willard case for the longest time, I found it looked odd. However, it makes sense on the wrist, this is one of the most comfortable watches I own.
I'm off to get one of these today. This video sums up the watch perfectly. It's fun, playful, not serious, comfortable, unique, classic, and desirable. I'd take it over that blase Tudor any day of the week. In fact, I could get the black and the blue Willard for the price of the Tudor. Not knocking the Tudor, it's just so boring I can't see why anyone would buy one. I love the black Willard too, but I don't have a watch with a blue dial and have so many with black dials I think I'll get the blue one first. If I end up loving it as much as I think I will, I'll get the black one next.
Okay so I did in fact go buy one of these at a local ADM. List price was $1,400 but got it for $1,200. It's fun, HEAVY, and the bracelet (other than the rattly clasp) is also surprisingly good quality. The blue dial is absolutely beautiful, and really is what sold me on this watch in the first place. The bezel is mis-aligned, but not by much and you can "manually" center it if it bugs you that much. The dial is the most interesting part. In the sunlight it's bright blue; indoors and in some light the dial (and bezel) can appear black. I was also considering the black-dialed model, but I think the blue gives you the best of both worlds. I'll have to see how the timekeeping is, but overall, a unique, attractive and chunky piece for not that much money. I seriously doubt I would go the next level (SLA069, SLA063, etc.) and pay $3,000+ though, that's kind of pushing the envelope for this case.
I think you are going to be very surprised to see how the resale value climbs as soon as the online retailers run out of stock. The blue willard is absolutely gorgeous - much more so than the black in my opinion.
I just received the Blue Willard and I am very impressed on how well the watch fits on my 7.25” wrist and the bracelet is much improved over typical Seiko bracelets. I own the Tudor BB Blue as well abs I feel they are different enough that I don’t feel like I have too many blue watches. I always loved the Seiko Turtle but the shape of Willard is just awesome. I now have to go buy the black dial version now.
The Blue Willard is the best watch of all those Seikos. As a matter of fact, if we admit that the Tudor is a little overhyped the Seiko represents tremendous bang for buck.
Wishing you a wonderful Birthday!! All ways your analysis is spot on..great taste in watches, thanks for sharing your passion for Watches ... Be Blessed...
Looks really good on your wrist, the colors pop with your skin tone. Probably should have wait a bit to see if you could get a discount, one these "limited edition" watches they stay quite a while on websites and they eventually discount them.
You don’t sound very excited about it! Haha 😆 My guess is that one won’t be in your collection too much longer. You should get yourself a birthday gift you actually like!
The blue is great. I can't decide between the green one and the blue. Black looks sharp, but I have too many black watches already, need some color in my collection
1200USD is actually a good price, they are trending for much more in Europe and the US. I noticed you also got the spb149 at a really good price. HK its just cheaper to buy watches
Fine review. Very nice-looking masculine diver. However, the bezel seems to align perfectly with the 12 position on the dial and the bracelet end links appear to fit flush and tidily to the case; these are things that we do not expect of a plus-thousand- euro Seiko. mon ami, you must send this watch back and ask for a refund !
Thanks for the video. You're making some great content! Love your watch choices and can relate as I have the same and similar watches as you with the turtle and 62 reimagined...(still don't know what to call that watch... has it got a proper nick name yet?) I have thought about about picking up a willard also....hmm... But have also wondered about the Sub 300 from Doxa because it seems to have a similar case shape... Have you ever thought about Doxa?
Beautiful.....I think I have my heart set on the olive green variant....I'm blued out as well.... thoughts on the new no compass Alpinist? I'd like to see you review those.
They look good but don’t bring much to the table for me. If you don’t have anything similar then they’re alright I guess I’d rather have the bezel models though.
A UK AD had this in their Black Friday sale for only £750, retail is £1200. I immediately ordered. After a few days I emailed them for a shipping update. They said "sorry, we can't find the box or the silicone strap, but that's why it was so cheap". Cancelled the order, got a refund.
Full gilt handset? Was this just for the Japanese domestic market as the UK one has the gold secondhand only. Black vs blue price was only different by £30.00 here too.
such a biased comment making the blue willard "half the watch" as the Tudor. Tudor has been overhyped and overpriced and people tell themselves the same thing to justify the cost. The clasp.. really? i highly doubt you'll lose money on Seiko Numbered Limited Release.
Thumbnail makes it look a little gold. Thats what made me click. It is overpriced,and I went with SBBN023 for a little cheaper,and it only limited to 500. Granted it was a Marinemaster instead of a Willard,this watch you are showing was "limited" to 5000pcs or so. I dont know when another SBBN023 will surface for sale.
I am in love with the green Captain Willard
I just picked up a pre-owned SPB183, I agree that the dial is what sold me.
As for the case, I disliked the Willard case for the longest time, I found it looked odd. However, it makes sense on the wrist, this is one of the most comfortable watches I own.
I'm off to get one of these today. This video sums up the watch perfectly. It's fun, playful, not serious, comfortable, unique, classic, and desirable. I'd take it over that blase Tudor any day of the week. In fact, I could get the black and the blue Willard for the price of the Tudor. Not knocking the Tudor, it's just so boring I can't see why anyone would buy one. I love the black Willard too, but I don't have a watch with a blue dial and have so many with black dials I think I'll get the blue one first. If I end up loving it as much as I think I will, I'll get the black one next.
Okay so I did in fact go buy one of these at a local ADM. List price was $1,400 but got it for $1,200. It's fun, HEAVY, and the bracelet (other than the rattly clasp) is also surprisingly good quality. The blue dial is absolutely beautiful, and really is what sold me on this watch in the first place. The bezel is mis-aligned, but not by much and you can "manually" center it if it bugs you that much. The dial is the most interesting part. In the sunlight it's bright blue; indoors and in some light the dial (and bezel) can appear black. I was also considering the black-dialed model, but I think the blue gives you the best of both worlds. I'll have to see how the timekeeping is, but overall, a unique, attractive and chunky piece for not that much money. I seriously doubt I would go the next level (SLA069, SLA063, etc.) and pay $3,000+ though, that's kind of pushing the envelope for this case.
I think you are going to be very surprised to see how the resale value climbs as soon as the online retailers run out of stock. The blue willard is absolutely gorgeous - much more so than the black in my opinion.
The green one is the best.
Cool watch! Seiko always nicer than Tudor! All collections should include a Willard. Or two!
I just received the Blue Willard and I am very impressed on how well the watch fits on my 7.25” wrist and the bracelet is much improved over typical Seiko bracelets. I own the Tudor BB Blue as well abs I feel they are different enough that I don’t feel like I have too many blue watches. I always loved the Seiko Turtle but the shape of Willard is just awesome. I now have to go buy the black dial version now.
Appreciate your honesty on these models. I have the black Capt. Willard but now I’m thinking I may like the Blue better. Great video 👍🤩
The Blue Willard is the best watch of all those Seikos. As a matter of fact, if we admit that the Tudor is a little overhyped the Seiko represents tremendous bang for buck.
I would actually argue that the green version takes the cake! but i dont think it comes with the bracelet option hahaa.
The Blue Willard has apparently proven very popular with the younger crowd in and around Darlinghurst in Sydney. It’s a fabulous watch.
@@jimmymack1079 Well they know their shit and can also make a mean espresso.
A battle of Blues video would be nice, willard vs Tudor! Happy birthday🎉🎉🎉
I love the blue Captain Willard it looks awesome.
I just picked up the -
Seiko Turtle Origin Modern Re-interpretation Silicone Strap.
Wishing you a wonderful Birthday!! All ways your analysis is spot on..great taste in watches, thanks for sharing your passion for Watches ... Be Blessed...
Nice review and thanks for showing. I was thinking to buy the Blue Willard but I prefer the Black Willard after watching your review.
Happy Birthday!
It’s really nice but I still prefer the black version.
Good video! Got the black dial and love it! The blue is gorgeous!
I bought one , just paying it off , it cost $1980 AUD reduced from $2200 AUD . I love it on the silicon strap very much
Looks really good on your wrist, the colors pop with your skin tone. Probably should have wait a bit to see if you could get a discount, one these "limited edition" watches they stay quite a while on websites and they eventually discount them.
I love the blue!
You don’t sound very excited about it! Haha 😆 My guess is that one won’t be in your collection too much longer. You should get yourself a birthday gift you actually like!
The blue is great. I can't decide between the green one and the blue. Black looks sharp, but I have too many black watches already, need some color in my collection
Looks like the blue Willard also gets a "gold" second hand; the second hand on the black Willard is silver.
Love the blue
Good choice! Happy Birthday! 😃
1200USD is actually a good price, they are trending for much more in Europe and the US. I noticed you also got the spb149 at a really good price. HK its just cheaper to buy watches
I believe it depends on the relationship you have with that store.
Comes with 2 straps also non limited 1
He's in Hong Kong - probably the cheapest place on earth to buy Seiko.
Fine review. Very nice-looking masculine diver. However, the bezel seems to align perfectly with the 12 position on the dial and the bracelet end links appear to fit flush and tidily to the case; these are things that we do not expect of a plus-thousand- euro Seiko.
mon ami, you must send this watch back and ask for a refund !
Bon anniversaire!
Thanks for the video. You're making some great content! Love your watch choices and can relate as I have the same and similar watches as you with the turtle and 62 reimagined...(still don't know what to call that watch... has it got a proper nick name yet?) I have thought about about picking up a willard also....hmm... But have also wondered about the Sub 300 from Doxa because it seems to have a similar case shape... Have you ever thought about Doxa?
btw, still no luck with picking up a BB58 or Explorer 1 here in Tokyo.... and I don't want to go to the grey market shops as prices as so inflated.
You got it! This is the greatest watch of 2020 hands down.
I prefer it hands up
Can you compare the spb183 and sbdc169..? Which do you think is more good looking watch?
Beautiful.....I think I have my heart set on the olive green variant....I'm blued out as well.... thoughts on the new no compass Alpinist? I'd like to see you review those.
They look good but don’t bring much to the table for me. If you don’t have anything similar then they’re alright I guess I’d rather have the bezel models though.
Is the blue dial color of the SPB183 , the exact same color as the SPB149 ??
It's a nice watch but I would prefer the black one.
A UK AD had this in their Black Friday sale for only £750, retail is £1200. I immediately ordered. After a few days I emailed them for a shipping update. They said "sorry, we can't find the box or the silicone strap, but that's why it was so cheap". Cancelled the order, got a refund.
Full gilt handset? Was this just for the Japanese domestic market as the UK one has the gold secondhand only. Black vs blue price was only different by £30.00 here too.
U.S. model also has only the secondhand in gold.
Man too many seikos??? Hard to maintain and service as they age?
Way too many. At least these 1000 bucks models are worth servicing. The sub 300 ones, not really. Better swap the movement altogether
if you had to choose only one ... black or blue ??
Green.
i like it, but those seiko prices nowadays are just stupid..
How much do you think it would cost if Swiss
@@maxp5422 good point
is it still in the collection?
I still have it at least. Not really used it at all
@@UptickWatchReviews still in your collection ? Hehe 😉
Seiko is pricing me out of the market. I’ll just wear my original 6105-8119 Willard.
:)
such a biased comment making the blue willard "half the watch" as the Tudor. Tudor has been overhyped and overpriced and people tell themselves the same thing to justify the cost. The clasp.. really?
i highly doubt you'll lose money on Seiko Numbered Limited Release.
Thumbnail makes it look a little gold.
Thats what made me click.
It is overpriced,and I went with SBBN023 for a little cheaper,and it only limited to 500.
Granted it was a Marinemaster instead of a Willard,this watch you are showing was "limited" to 5000pcs or so.
I dont know when another SBBN023 will surface for sale.
I have the green .. most inaccurate movement ever. Black .. green then blue in that order
ripperx444 I have a green one too, and it's +/- 1 per day. Not inaccurate at all. Maybe I got lucky, or you unlucky.
Happy birthday!