I think seiko is starting to listen to the enthousiasts again. this watch is a hit in my opinion. the 5kx was badly received only because we saw it as the heir to the skx, but I think it's actually a pretty good watch overall. thank you for the video, awesome as usual
Thanks! Been working on bringing a little more balance in that area. Still have a bunch of microbrands to review as well, but at least as many mainstream Japanese watches still in the queue as well!
I've been looking for a field watch for some time now, in microbrands and big brands, and unfortunately, nothing has really REALLY caught my attention. Many nice-looking ones, but nothing that I felt really hit the nail on the head. Always some little detail I didn't like or care for and made me doubt if I'd like it or not (I know myself well enough NOT to buy something when I get those doubts). This model, in this colorway, has finally done it! Perfect size, perfect colors, textured dial, curved glass, applied arabics.. I could go on, but maybe the feature I really like the most about THIS particular model is the blacked out seconds hand (up until the arrowhead), that really helps to clean up the dial. And the way they blacked out part of the hours hand to make it "float". I don't know, but this is THE field watch I've been waiting for and it's "cheap" too!
Check out the new T-Shirt shop at: just-the-watch.myshopify.com! Kevin's unboxing at Wrong Time Watch to see the blue version: th-cam.com/video/kOaLwImDzOI/w-d-xo.html. Shane just did an unboxing of the blue version as well: th-cam.com/video/C3FmJP6pNxU/w-d-xo.html Shane's review of the SNZG to see the older model of this in more detail: th-cam.com/video/8BzY2vGHiQU/w-d-xo.html
I picked up the olive green variant of this about a week ago, and I think it's sooo nice! I love the colours, it's super comfortable, maybe a tad bit tall, but nothing I notice after wearing it a couple of minutes. Surprisingly accurate and a fun piece in general. Well worth the price in my opinion. Also: The lume is bright as all hell!
Just picked up the srpg39 (semi polished case, blue dial, leather strap) and I’m really impressed with it. These look far better in person than the promo photos.
Green 4R36 arrived yesterday, cost $213. Wanted the Hamilton H-50 but it's not available here in Thailand but very pleased with the Seiko, satisfying hand wind and saved some cash.
Ben H I came across this watch while browsing ebay last week. I liked it so much I ordered two! For $230 a piece. The green dial & black dial on bracelet. It’s not perfect but it has almost everything I want in a field watch. It’s simple yet I think it looks very nice. I especially love the case size of 39mm! I can’t wait to get this watch in hand and see how I feel about it in person.
I agree, on a dive watch. Hardlex is significantly more scratch and shatter resistant than a generic mineral crystal. For underwater use, one could argue that it is superior to sapphire. But, the reflectivity of this crystal on this field watch, where so much effort has been put into making a watch that will not flash; is, IMO, a sin. A field watch must not flash. The flash is what a sniper targets.
@@marduj2768 If you were a soldier, you would probably prefer hardlex to sapphire. Sapphire is very hard and consequently relatively brittle. If struck, sapphire can shatter. Hardlex is far less likely to shatter or crack than sapphire is. Yes, you can scratch a hardlex crystal, but that won't stop you from completing your mission. A scratch will not compromise the WR or functioning of a watch in the field. A cracked sapphire crystal very well may cause your watch to fail in the field. Sapphire is better suited to office use or light duty. Hardlex is better suited to use in rough service environments. All of the Seiko watches worn by US servicemen in Vietnam had hardlex crystals. Hardlex is fit for this purpose.
I picked up this watch after watching this review a couple weeks ago, but I got it at $180 new. I love it. I’m looking to swap it to a sapphire lens in a years or so because I will scratch it (already have 1 tiny)
I’m thinking the same thing. I just ordered it from Jomashop for $170. I like the idea that if/when the crystal gets scratched I can swap it out for a sapphire for $40. Also if there’s ever an issue with the movement I can swap it out for an NH36.
The SRPE67K1 with a contrasting nato strap makes for a cleaner looking field watch if you ask me. I know the layout on the face isn't quite right but it's the perfect size and it's not as busy as this.
Just got this watch a week ago and I absolutely love it. I do wish it would of been a sapphire crystal, I have a $40 Chinese watch that has it so there's no reason Seiko can't. But oh well, I still love it. Great video!
39mm across is good. 48mm top to bottom is bad. Why make a watch that is 39mm across if the lugs are going to hang off the sides of most wrists that would accept a 39mm watch?
Originally wrote a comment here saying why would you buy this watch when a khaki mechanical is available for not much more. However, a few weeks on I have completely changed my view. I really like this watch: great aesthetic and good movement. Definitely a back-of-the-net moment from Seiko. Excellent review.
@@matyasd007 Two years on! And having owned both the Hamilton is objectively a better watch than the Seiko. In terms of fit and finish and also in the essential aspect of accuracy. Hamilton runs at about -+ 2 secs/day, the Seiko which I no longer own was close to 20 secs/day fast. Having said that the Seiko is a nice looking watch. Just not as nice as the Hamilton. Thanks for the reply.
Just ordered the srpg27, black dial with bracelet yesterday. I've been keeping an eye on Macy's. The lowest I've seen the sale price was 186.99, but it dropped down to 176.99 and ordered it right away. I was looking at the Addiesdive flieger and Islander Isl54...
Ordered one as my first mechanical watch, think it is everything I want, can always upgrade to sappire down the line if I find it deserving of it after loads of wear
I'm still in love with my SNK805, so I'll be waiting a few years before looking into one of these, but honestly I like it. It does need to be cheaper though, and I do prefer an offset, guarded crown on a field watch, but I do like the looks of this one.
I have an SNK809 and love it. Funny enough, my friend got me into Seiko selling me his SKX which failed almost immediately after I bought it off him. I had it fixed but I’m just not a fan. But the smaller SNK is great. It doesn’t get in the way, and it’s still a “5” so it’s got all the criteria for a good Seiko watch. I recently replaced the movement which died just like the one in the SKX, and fitted an NH36. Works brilliantly again. And with all my scratches on the crystal, they haven’t bothered me enough to warrant the expense of a sapphire crystal and gasket if it requires one.
I think this is a home run! The aftermarket can take care of the crystal and street prices will make the cost more digestible. I have an SNGZ13j and the upgrades on this new model is everything I could have wanted. Well done! Also, I’m glad to see you covering this right out of the gate. I’m gonna have to buy a shirt to show my appreciation for the content you make.
I also own an SNZG and stopped wearing it, frustrated by its lack of accuracy (often off by 1-min per day). The latest internals of the SRP-series watches are much better, with my new SRPE off by maybe 5-seconds per day. 'Glad I gave Seiko a second chance.
@@kenhoward3512 ultimately, I’m installing an NH movement and a sapphire crystal. At this point, I’m just getting it ready to give it to my son down the line.
Brought this same seiko just a week ago and very happy , yes I agree with no sapphire glass and unsigned crown , but this watch looks so good on the wrist and your wearing a seiko with its known reliability and history,
These appear to have arrived in the UK. Got to say I like the blue dial model, which I've seen paired with a vintage leather strap. Very fair comments in another excellent review.
i had to get one. my grandmother got me into watches, when she got me a Bulova for the milestone of turning 13. got a Hamilton for graduating high school, when i graduated college she got me a Rolex Oyster no/date like i hinted half my life to anyone that would listen. lol nice video.
I upgraded my SNZG with a 4R36 and sapphire. Total cost about the same as this. Has to be said it Is big though. Nice to see the beadblasting has been done between the lugs on this one. Drilled lugs too. Would look better without the 5...
Huge fan. I have an Army green one of the older version and like it a lot. Wanted a black dial and glad I waited. Really appreciate the improved movement with hacking and winding and the size is good for me. I typically like 40-42 mm so this is on the smaller side but will make for a great daily watch. My daughter works at Kohls where this is sold so looking for one of their crazy sales. This will be my next watch.
Yeah, at the full retail price, you might as well. When the price on these eventually drop I think there will be enough of a gap in price that this won't be competing so closely with Hamilton.
That'd be my recommendation! I only picked it up at the retail price for the review, but I think around $200 it would make a really compelling budget field watch.
I just ordered one two days ago for $236 US (Including shipping). The one I ordered has a Blue dial with gilt numbers and edges around the hands (SRPG39K1). I have plenty of field watches, but this one really almost has that Alpinist esthetic.
Agreed. 300 is too expensive but I just bought one for 190$ and that becomes a good deal. Was looking for a filed watch and as many was drawn to the Hamilton Khaki field and then to microbrand Formex but all are too expensive for the purpose. At 190 with the perfect size of 39 and the (finally) matching day date wheel, I feel that’s the one
If you choose the bracelet, you get a polished and brushed case. On a strap they are blasted. Here in March of 22’ you can find them just under $200 if you search.
I moved up to the Hamilton Khaki Field 42mm that looks almost identical by has 80hr power reserve, sapphire crystal, and AR coating. It ran me $160 more on ebay but to get all that and swiss movement, it was worth it.
Has been struggling for a while trying to get a Hamilton Khaki feild watch due to it not being sold in Sweden. This looks like a great alternative that actually wont force me to pay more then I want
I just got my SRPE61 and added a Jubilee bracelet from Long Island Watch. Same movement. Love it although it's a 40mm not a 39mm. I do prefer a 39mm though as my arm is 6 3/4. 40mm is a smidge large for me though close enough.
That’s it: this is the one I want. After your great review and showing it with another strap, it’s as versatile as I had hoped. Not going to spend the extra money on the Alpinist SPB157. I’m getting this one.
Great review. I'm a huge Seiko fan. One of my Seiko's is a new 5 Sports SRPD51K2, and it's a very attractive watch, beautiful dial and incredibly good lume. But I wanted to try a field watch, and would have got this had I known sooner. But I got an AE Addies Field style watch, brushed stainless steel, with an NH35A movement, +5 spd, a sapphire crystal, signed crown, engraved back, nice green NATO, and 200m water resistance with screw down crown. The bonus is all night lume too, wearing it as I write this! Now, I don't feel the need to buy another field watch and at $70 for Addies rather than $270 for the Seiko, I think for anyone who isn't a brand slave, I'd definitely go for something else. My Addies, is as good in terms of quality and with sapphire crystal, better build quality too. It's still a beautiful watch, but the competition is stiff particularly when one can get better spec's with the Seiko engine inside.
I have the blue dial on bracelet. Bought it off eBay from a USA seller and only paid about $200. So if you live in the USA like me check out eBay, there's plenty of sellers of these right here.
All of this plus sapphire for $200 from Long Island Watch in field, or layouts. Same movement and much better lume. I'll go buy a shirt while I wait for Shane and especially Mark to review this.
@@ThePlaiibox I'm even considering to buy one to replace my San Martin. Yet if I want to feel comfortable with what I'm wearing I always choose Tissot or Certina or even Orient 🤷
@@Ktrb I'm a certina, seiko and orient fan usually. My ds action 38mm is my fave right now. Recently got a seiko dressKX and I'm impressed with how it wears.
@@JulioMo thats too bad. I actually prefer the movement choice as well (it's simpler and makes the watch a better overall value) seems like Seiko is phasing out the 7s26 for new models which is a shame, it's still a great movement
I just got the SRPD55K1 at the dealer I was in doubt between that one and the SRPG27K. needles to say I wil be coming back for the field watch even though most people look down on the new "5-sports models" I love them very much! Seiko did an amazing job with the new designs.
Hard to get excited about it when we used to get watches from Seiko like the SARG007 for $350. Not only that but Mark over at Long Island Watch put out his own field watch with better specs for under $200, and that proves Seiko is getting a little too lofty with their prices.
@@Zordy21 Long Island Watches, they do Seiko clones but are typically higher spec with better prices and made in China instead of Japan. The owner's name is Marc. I'm personally not into homages but but I can see the appeal and I believe he is doing rather well.
Great review Dave, very in depth and straight forward, I was thinking on getting one but I'll wait al least 6 months and see where they're standing. Thanks a lot.
Love this new field watch, but I already have my Black Dress KX which already took the everyday driver spot in my collection. I also have a field watch too. This watch doesn't fit in my collection if I was new to watches. I will pick this up. Seiko Hardlex haven't been a problem for me. I have my Samurai for years and don't see a scratch at all. Seiko needs to market their Hardlex better because it's pretty good.
I bought the SNZG11 when I got back into the watch collecting game. Disappointed that it was non-hacking/no hand winding. I will probably pick this up when the price goes down. Thanks for another great review !
Since the first shots on Instagram, I was very hype for this SBSA117 🤩. I like it, love it. I'm gonna get this on my wishlist. Thank you for the video.
Really enjoyed this review. I struggled to find a field watch with 100 metre of water resistance at a price where I would be comfortable beating it around. I considered quartz but when the second doesn't hit the markers, I just can't do it. I do a lot of DIY, swim in the sea regularly enough and have a couple watches I am petrified in scratching. It is a bit more than what I want to spend on a beater and will want to pick it up on sale.
Im new to watches, outside 20 years ago from wearing whatever I seen at the store. On my wrist right now is the SNZG. Liked it so much went to their website to see what else they had (maybe something similar in solar). Seen this and now I want it. I still prefer the glow, dial design, and flat crystal of the SNZG. If only it was this size with hacking and hand winding.
Got one on the way. Now the only modern Seiko 5 model I’m missing is the flieger. And I have to say I think all of the models are absolute bangers, reliable, beautiful, with plenty of colorways to choose from, regardless of how the 5KX was received at the time you gotta give it to Seiko, they have been on a roll.
So late in this, but i just picked the srpg31 and I'm loving it. It def is the sweet spot in case size and the feel on the wrist is minimal, especially coming from a predominant diver enthusiast. Great review! Domo arigato!
My personal preference for a field watch id the Citizen BM8180-03E (Eco-Drive). I hated the stiff canvas strap it came on, so put it on a Milanese mesh band. It has 100M water resistance and mineral crystal, which are comparable to this Seiko, but can usually be had for about half the price. I've recently started buying automatic watches, so I see their appeal, but I'm also a big fan of Citizen Eco Drives and I think the Citizen would be more reliable and durable in a field setting. It was also my daily office-wear watch for about 3 years.
it's funny I have my SNZG on and was thinking of upgrading my movement to the NH36... another difference between them is that this new one seems to have a dome Crystal where has the older one was flat.
Arrived yesterday and I like it. It looks better in the glass and metal than on the screen. Sapphire for a few pounds more would have been good. A comparison review with the Hamilton hand-winding mechanical would be nice.
I purchased one of these made in Malaysia Seiko 5 Automatics with the fabric band online about three years ago. I was looking for an automatic watch that was in my budget. The band broke, and I bought a Seiko stainless steel band for it. About a month after I bought the band, my Seiko Automatic stopped working. Looking for reviews on this watch, I read that the Seiko Automatic will keep working if it's dirty and needs to be serviced. But once it stops working, it is dead. I also found that Seiko Automatics should be serviced about every two years. Several watch repair quoted a starting price of about $100.00 for service. Since I paid about that much for this watch, I decided to purchase another Seiko Automatics, this time one that was made in Japan for about $170.00. I decided to purchase another Seiko 5 Automatic because I had bought a Seiko stainless steel band. I purchased the Seiko 5 Automatic because it is an affordable practical watch with an easy to read numbered dial and day/date functions.
For a little bit more i think it's worth considering the upgraded hamilton khaki field automatic. Similar specs but with Sapphire crystal with the upgraded ETA 2824 with the 80 hour power reserve and free sprung balance.
Thanks. Nice to see a review of something unexpected. First look at this new Field watch from Seiko. Was hoping they would update this watch type. Great scoop.
I knew this watch was way overpriced for what it was, so I waited for it to cool down a bit, got mine from a Seiko AD for about $165. That price makes a lot more sense to me.
I like this more than the one Shane reviewed, even though that own is really nice in it's own right... But this color way feels like a real field ready watch.
Came to a Seiko watch review, but found myself so impressed with his very clear and effective presentation skill. Thanks for the great video!
I think seiko is starting to listen to the enthousiasts again. this watch is a hit in my opinion. the 5kx was badly received only because we saw it as the heir to the skx, but I think it's actually a pretty good watch overall. thank you for the video, awesome as usual
I agree, I have a 5kx and it's a pretty good watch. Yes it doesn't have sapphire etc but I like it.
@@davidbridge5652 not the best specs but it looks great imho
Apparently the new series 5’s have been great sellers
@@oscarosullivan4513 I don't doubt it. They look great and Seiko is a strong brand that resonates with a lot of people
I think at the prices that they've dropped down to they offer a pretty good value, and I think in time this one will be to. Thanks for watching!
This is the content i love to see Dave! JDM seikos and Orients! Such a refreshing change from the micros
Thanks! Been working on bringing a little more balance in that area. Still have a bunch of microbrands to review as well, but at least as many mainstream Japanese watches still in the queue as well!
These aren't JDM, they're out everywhere. But would love to see some jdm only models as import ideas!
I've been looking for a field watch for some time now, in microbrands and big brands, and unfortunately, nothing has really REALLY caught my attention. Many nice-looking ones, but nothing that I felt really hit the nail on the head. Always some little detail I didn't like or care for and made me doubt if I'd like it or not (I know myself well enough NOT to buy something when I get those doubts).
This model, in this colorway, has finally done it!
Perfect size, perfect colors, textured dial, curved glass, applied arabics.. I could go on, but maybe the feature I really like the most about THIS particular model is the blacked out seconds hand (up until the arrowhead), that really helps to clean up the dial. And the way they blacked out part of the hours hand to make it "float".
I don't know, but this is THE field watch I've been waiting for and it's "cheap" too!
Did you check the Long Island Watch Field model? Best specs and price hands down!
@@mmal253625I know this is an old comment, but your recommendation is exactly what I've been looking for in a cheap field watch. Thanks!
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Kevin's unboxing at Wrong Time Watch to see the blue version: th-cam.com/video/kOaLwImDzOI/w-d-xo.html.
Shane just did an unboxing of the blue version as well: th-cam.com/video/C3FmJP6pNxU/w-d-xo.html
Shane's review of the SNZG to see the older model of this in more detail: th-cam.com/video/8BzY2vGHiQU/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the shout out, really appreciated.
I picked up the olive green variant of this about a week ago, and I think it's sooo nice!
I love the colours, it's super comfortable, maybe a tad bit tall, but nothing I notice after wearing it a couple of minutes.
Surprisingly accurate and a fun piece in general. Well worth the price in my opinion.
Also: The lume is bright as all hell!
A worthy Hamilton Khaki Mech alternative-- and I just bought mine this year. I'd definitely go with this over microbrands' field watches
“Please take me to the nearest watch shop” I love it!!!
Just picked up the srpg39 (semi polished case, blue dial, leather strap) and I’m really impressed with it. These look far better in person than the promo photos.
I just replaced movement to NH36a in my SNZG15 after old one died, so no reason to change. But smaller size and dial is change in good direction.
Green 4R36 arrived yesterday, cost $213. Wanted the Hamilton H-50 but it's not available here in Thailand but very pleased with the Seiko, satisfying hand wind and saved some cash.
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I came across this watch while browsing ebay last week. I liked it so much I ordered two! For $230 a piece. The green dial & black dial on bracelet. It’s not perfect but it has almost everything I want in a field watch. It’s simple yet I think it looks very nice. I especially love the case size of 39mm!
I can’t wait to get this watch in hand and see how I feel about it in person.
No problem with my hardlex on my skx009, dont understand the hate. Nice one this seiko 5 field auto, but I love Hamimton khaki field mechanical.
I’ve worn a seiko SNK to work for years. Crystal is fine.
Same here.
I agree, on a dive watch. Hardlex is significantly more scratch and shatter resistant than a generic mineral crystal. For underwater use, one could argue that it is superior to sapphire.
But, the reflectivity of this crystal on this field watch, where so much effort has been put into making a watch that will not flash; is, IMO, a sin. A field watch must not flash. The flash is what a sniper targets.
I am not a soldier so I don't mind hardlex.
@@marduj2768 If you were a soldier, you would probably prefer hardlex to sapphire. Sapphire is very hard and consequently relatively brittle. If struck, sapphire can shatter. Hardlex is far less likely to shatter or crack than sapphire is.
Yes, you can scratch a hardlex crystal, but that won't stop you from completing your mission. A scratch will not compromise the WR or functioning of a watch in the field.
A cracked sapphire crystal very well may cause your watch to fail in the field.
Sapphire is better suited to office use or light duty. Hardlex is better suited to use in rough service environments.
All of the Seiko watches worn by US servicemen in Vietnam had hardlex crystals. Hardlex is fit for this purpose.
I picked up this watch after watching this review a couple weeks ago, but I got it at $180 new. I love it. I’m looking to swap it to a sapphire lens in a years or so because I will scratch it (already have 1 tiny)
I’m thinking the same thing. I just ordered it from Jomashop for $170. I like the idea that if/when the crystal gets scratched I can swap it out for a sapphire for $40. Also if there’s ever an issue with the movement I can swap it out for an NH36.
The SRPE67K1 with a contrasting nato strap makes for a cleaner looking field watch if you ask me. I know the layout on the face isn't quite right but it's the perfect size and it's not as busy as this.
Just got this watch a week ago and I absolutely love it. I do wish it would of been a sapphire crystal, I have a $40 Chinese watch that has it so there's no reason Seiko can't. But oh well, I still love it. Great video!
39mm across is good.
48mm top to bottom is bad.
Why make a watch that is 39mm across if the lugs are going to hang off the sides of most wrists that would accept a 39mm watch?
That's the problem with most field/fliger/pilot watches
@@waris3732 Yeah, most modern ones. I always assumed they did it so a person could put any strap they wanted on it.
Originally wrote a comment here saying why would you buy this watch when a khaki mechanical is available for not much more. However, a few weeks on I have completely changed my view. I really like this watch: great aesthetic and good movement. Definitely a back-of-the-net moment from Seiko. Excellent review.
Khaki field is double the price
@@matyasd007 Two years on! And having owned both the Hamilton is objectively a better watch than the Seiko. In terms of fit and finish and also in the essential aspect of accuracy. Hamilton runs at about -+ 2 secs/day, the Seiko which I no longer own was close to 20 secs/day fast. Having said that the Seiko is a nice looking watch. Just not as nice as the Hamilton. Thanks for the reply.
@@Scout-nj7xj I love that Hamilton, probably my dream watch the Khaki Field Auto 38mm but it is too expensive for me unfortunately :/
Just ordered the srpg27, black dial with bracelet yesterday. I've been keeping an eye on Macy's. The lowest I've seen the sale price was 186.99, but it dropped down to 176.99 and ordered it right away. I was looking at the Addiesdive flieger and Islander Isl54...
I’ve been wearing this watch since May.. I bought the piece with a bracelet and have since changed to a NATO. This is a fantastic review. Cheers
Got my Boldr Venture for $250. Titanium, Sapphire, 200m, 4:00 recessed crown, NH35, 12/24 dial, no day/date, good lume, my EDC.
Have this watch and love it, saphire would be nice but honestly Hardlex deserves a lot of respect, year later, worn almost everyday and not a scratch
Ordered one as my first mechanical watch, think it is everything I want, can always upgrade to sappire down the line if I find it deserving of it after loads of wear
I'm still in love with my SNK805, so I'll be waiting a few years before looking into one of these, but honestly I like it. It does need to be cheaper though, and I do prefer an offset, guarded crown on a field watch, but I do like the looks of this one.
I have an SNK809 and love it. Funny enough, my friend got me into Seiko selling me his SKX which failed almost immediately after I bought it off him. I had it fixed but I’m just not a fan. But the smaller SNK is great. It doesn’t get in the way, and it’s still a “5” so it’s got all the criteria for a good Seiko watch. I recently replaced the movement which died just like the one in the SKX, and fitted an NH36. Works brilliantly again. And with all my scratches on the crystal, they haven’t bothered me enough to warrant the expense of a sapphire crystal and gasket if it requires one.
I think this is a home run! The aftermarket can take care of the crystal and street prices will make the cost more digestible. I have an SNGZ13j and the upgrades on this new model is everything I could have wanted. Well done! Also, I’m glad to see you covering this right out of the gate. I’m gonna have to buy a shirt to show my appreciation for the content you make.
I also own an SNZG and stopped wearing it, frustrated by its lack of accuracy (often off by 1-min per day). The latest internals of the SRP-series watches are much better, with my new SRPE off by maybe 5-seconds per day. 'Glad I gave Seiko a second chance.
@@kenhoward3512 ultimately, I’m installing an NH movement and a sapphire crystal. At this point, I’m just getting it ready to give it to my son down the line.
Brought this same seiko just a week ago and very happy , yes I agree with no sapphire glass and unsigned crown , but this watch looks so good on the wrist and your wearing a seiko with its known reliability and history,
These appear to have arrived in the UK. Got to say I like the blue dial model, which I've seen paired with a vintage leather strap. Very fair comments in another excellent review.
like the look of this seiko, and better wr than other field watches. sat on it. snapped one up for less than $200. good watch good price.
Just ordered this (July 2022) and just as you predicted, it cost $207, much less than the initial price.
Can't wait to get it.
i had to get one. my grandmother got me into watches, when she got me a Bulova for the milestone of turning 13. got a Hamilton for graduating high school, when i graduated college she got me a Rolex Oyster no/date like i hinted half my life to anyone that would listen. lol nice video.
I upgraded my SNZG with a 4R36 and sapphire. Total cost about the same as this. Has to be said it Is big though. Nice to see the beadblasting has been done between the lugs on this one. Drilled lugs too. Would look better without the 5...
actually polished between the lugs costs more to mfr, they're cutting cost again on that.
@@subtropictime6212 No its cheaper to polish than blast.
Huge fan. I have an Army green one of the older version and like it a lot. Wanted a black dial and glad I waited. Really appreciate the improved movement with hacking and winding and the size is good for me. I typically like 40-42 mm so this is on the smaller side but will make for a great daily watch. My daughter works at Kohls where this is sold so looking for one of their crazy sales. This will be my next watch.
I have an SRPG27 as my work beater and it's been a great watch.
Ordered a SRPG39 cyber Monday. $200. I’m excited for it.
A good review. I saw one with the deep blue dial with a black calf leather strap. Very handsome. Tempted to get one.
With theese specs per price ratio I will keep on saving for a Hamilton. However this Seiko is a wellmade homage.
Yeah, at the full retail price, you might as well. When the price on these eventually drop I think there will be enough of a gap in price that this won't be competing so closely with Hamilton.
A homage of a Hamilton?? And you got a hearted comment for that ?? Lol. A homage of a Hamilton.
@@icolater27 What else would you say? I do respect and also own Seikos, but this one likes too much to the Khaki Field Mechanical H69439931 for me.
Seiko entry movements, including the 6R, are not and will never be competitive with ETA or Sellita.
@@Bob.martens Neither Miyota's 8 series even close to any swiss movemets, still all Aliexpress watches called homages by most YT channels.
Mimo's Jewlery $211 shipped (with taxes) - definitely worth it at that price point. It is also made in japan.
Thanks for sharing the site!
yeah, im thinking this is going to be my field watch when the prive drops below 200
That's exactly what I thought. For the current price it cannot compete with microbrands like Boldr or Axios
That'd be my recommendation! I only picked it up at the retail price for the review, but I think around $200 it would make a really compelling budget field watch.
In 5 years time 😉
And still the Orient range would be better priced, just talking about field or pilot watches.
I just ordered one two days ago for $236 US (Including shipping). The one I ordered has a Blue dial with gilt numbers and edges around the hands (SRPG39K1). I have plenty of field watches, but this one really almost has that Alpinist esthetic.
As it is Made in Japan, I am going to buy this Seiko SRPG27 without any hesitation. Thanks for the excellent review.
Pretty sure the MADE IN JAPAN (written between 6 and 7) ones are SBSA, not the international marketed SRPG
Agreed. 300 is too expensive but I just bought one for 190$ and that becomes a good deal. Was looking for a filed watch and as many was drawn to the Hamilton Khaki field and then to microbrand Formex but all are too expensive for the purpose. At 190 with the perfect size of 39 and the (finally) matching day date wheel, I feel that’s the one
Feel exactly the same. Walked away from the Hamiltons after trying them on last night. A bit underwhelmed honestly.
Thank you for this review it is extremely helpful, I just bought this watch in green (SRPG33)for $175!!
If you choose the bracelet, you get a polished and brushed case. On a strap they are blasted. Here in March of 22’ you can find them just under $200 if you search.
Just got my srpg35 and love it!y biggest qualm is the fact that the numbers aren't lumed... But other than that, not too much to complain about!
I moved up to the Hamilton Khaki Field 42mm that looks almost identical by has 80hr power reserve, sapphire crystal, and AR coating. It ran me $160 more on ebay but to get all that and swiss movement, it was worth it.
Has been struggling for a while trying to get a Hamilton Khaki feild watch due to it not being sold in Sweden. This looks like a great alternative that actually wont force me to pay more then I want
I just got my SRPE61 and added a Jubilee bracelet from Long Island Watch. Same movement. Love it although it's a 40mm not a 39mm. I do prefer a 39mm though as my arm is 6 3/4. 40mm is a smidge large for me though close enough.
@@jbawz358the srpe 40mm wears much smaller than the srpg 39mm
Available in Spain at less than 230€ (official price 280 €). This is a vey nice watch!
i waited. just picked it up for $170.00 on e-bay. great watch. good review Dave
That’s it: this is the one I want. After your great review and showing it with another strap, it’s as versatile as I had hoped. Not going to spend the extra money on the Alpinist SPB157. I’m getting this one.
Great review. I'm a huge Seiko fan. One of my Seiko's is a new 5 Sports SRPD51K2, and it's a very attractive watch, beautiful dial and incredibly good lume. But I wanted to try a field watch, and would have got this had I known sooner. But I got an AE Addies Field style watch, brushed stainless steel, with an NH35A movement, +5 spd, a sapphire crystal, signed crown, engraved back, nice green NATO, and 200m water resistance with screw down crown. The bonus is all night lume too, wearing it as I write this! Now, I don't feel the need to buy another field watch and at $70 for Addies rather than $270 for the Seiko, I think for anyone who isn't a brand slave, I'd definitely go for something else. My Addies, is as good in terms of quality and with sapphire crystal, better build quality too. It's still a beautiful watch, but the competition is stiff particularly when one can get better spec's with the Seiko engine inside.
Hey there! I can't find the addies field watch you mentioned - would you mind giving me the model name or something? Cheers!
Addiesdive field
It is cheaper yes, but definitely not better built
I have the blue dial on bracelet. Bought it off eBay from a USA seller and only paid about $200. So if you live in the USA like me check out eBay, there's plenty of sellers of these right here.
An amazing field watch had mine 2 years love it , great video presentation 👏
All of this plus sapphire for $200 from Long Island Watch in field, or layouts. Same movement and much better lume. I'll go buy a shirt while I wait for Shane and especially Mark to review this.
Definitely need to get some Islanders in for review, Mark's doing some really smart watches.
Seiko logo. If anybody asks you what watch you wearing, you just say Seiko. You don't have to say anything else. This is the extra 100$.
@@Ktrb and the islander logo is kinda.. meh. Nice watches tho.
@@ThePlaiibox I'm even considering to buy one to replace my San Martin. Yet if I want to feel comfortable with what I'm wearing I always choose Tissot or Certina or even Orient 🤷
@@Ktrb I'm a certina, seiko and orient fan usually. My ds action 38mm is my fave right now. Recently got a seiko dressKX and I'm impressed with how it wears.
This is going to be in my new collection soon. Just bought a Timex Waterbury automatic.
It's sold at a good discount. Works out to around 160 USD right now
Where?
I've been eagerly awaiting this watch. Very cool. Thanks for the review
Nice review, thanks.
Wish Citizen would do some 40mm field pieces.
tbh I much prefer the size, aesthetic, and crown of the snk809. I hope they don't discontinue that line
I think they did. What you are seeing right now on the market are the vestigial inventory. That is why the price has increased.
@@JulioMo thats too bad. I actually prefer the movement choice as well (it's simpler and makes the watch a better overall value) seems like Seiko is phasing out the 7s26 for new models which is a shame, it's still a great movement
no more 7s26, 37mm case size models with the little 4 o clock crown makes me sad
I just got the SRPD55K1 at the dealer I was in doubt between that one and the SRPG27K. needles to say I wil be coming back for the field watch even though most people look down on the new "5-sports models" I love them very much! Seiko did an amazing job with the new designs.
I just ordered one! First watch in my life. Depending on me liking it, I'll get one of the new 38mm Alpinist look-alike soon.
Hard to get excited about it when we used to get watches from Seiko like the SARG007 for $350. Not only that but Mark over at Long Island Watch put out his own field watch with better specs for under $200, and that proves Seiko is getting a little too lofty with their prices.
branding power...do not underestimate it.
Love marcs field watches, value for money
What brand are they? Very interested
@@Zordy21 Long Island Watches, they do Seiko clones but are typically higher spec with better prices and made in China instead of Japan. The owner's name is Marc. I'm personally not into homages but but I can see the appeal and I believe he is doing rather well.
I prefer my watches made in Japan, over made in China.
With black Kanji datewheel looks insane good.
I just bought it today 👌🏽😍 Very nice looking watch
Great review Dave, very in depth and straight forward, I was thinking on getting one but I'll wait al least 6 months and see where they're standing. Thanks a lot.
Amazing watch. Got this sandy layout in summer.
Where can I purchase a Seiko branded brand nato please ?
Well cool. I just ordered Seiko's SNK803K2 3 days ago.... hekk yes
Love this new field watch, but I already have my Black Dress KX which already took the everyday driver spot in my collection. I also have a field watch too. This watch doesn't fit in my collection if I was new to watches. I will pick this up. Seiko Hardlex haven't been a problem for me. I have my Samurai for years and don't see a scratch at all. Seiko needs to market their Hardlex better because it's pretty good.
I bought the SNZG11 when I got back into the watch collecting game. Disappointed that it was non-hacking/no hand winding. I will probably pick this up when the price goes down. Thanks for another great review !
Since the first shots on Instagram, I was very hype for this SBSA117 🤩. I like it, love it. I'm gonna get this on my wishlist.
Thank you for the video.
Really enjoyed this review. I struggled to find a field watch with 100 metre of water resistance at a price where I would be comfortable beating it around. I considered quartz but when the second doesn't hit the markers, I just can't do it. I do a lot of DIY, swim in the sea regularly enough and have a couple watches I am petrified in scratching. It is a bit more than what I want to spend on a beater and will want to pick it up on sale.
I like how it turned out. I might completely pass on the Hamilton Khaki King and get this one instead.
I kinda prefer this.
Got this for my every day work banger!
So nice to see an honest man having a watch channel
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Im new to watches, outside 20 years ago from wearing whatever I seen at the store. On my wrist right now is the SNZG. Liked it so much went to their website to see what else they had (maybe something similar in solar). Seen this and now I want it. I still prefer the glow, dial design, and flat crystal of the SNZG. If only it was this size with hacking and hand winding.
Got one on the way. Now the only modern Seiko 5 model I’m missing is the flieger. And I have to say I think all of the models are absolute bangers, reliable, beautiful, with plenty of colorways to choose from, regardless of how the 5KX was received at the time you gotta give it to Seiko, they have been on a roll.
Flieger type B is there. Called SRPH. Check out Orient Flight II really good if you don’t mind the 42mm size
Love the new production values. Congrats on the results of your continuing hard work! Great review.
I just got the mq-24 and I love it! Thaks for the video
Got my eyes on this. I think it's a great choice for young men's first automatic watch.
So late in this, but i just picked the srpg31 and I'm loving it. It def is the sweet spot in case size and the feel on the wrist is minimal, especially coming from a predominant diver enthusiast. Great review! Domo arigato!
My personal preference for a field watch id the Citizen BM8180-03E (Eco-Drive). I hated the stiff canvas strap it came on, so put it on a Milanese mesh band. It has 100M water resistance and mineral crystal, which are comparable to this Seiko, but can usually be had for about half the price. I've recently started buying automatic watches, so I see their appeal, but I'm also a big fan of Citizen Eco Drives and I think the Citizen would be more reliable and durable in a field setting. It was also my daily office-wear watch for about 3 years.
Right now for Cyber Week you can get one at Macy’s for under $200
I got the SRPG33 (Green), which I love, for $181 in Amazon.
Where can I buy the Japanese version with the Kanji day date?
it's funny I have my SNZG on and was thinking of upgrading my movement to the NH36... another difference between them is that this new one seems to have a dome Crystal where has the older one was flat.
Amazing review!!! I was confused with all the variants. Thanks to your amazing video, I landed on SRPG35. Just ordered it.😃
what a clear review. thanks; gonna order mine today
Arrived yesterday and I like it. It looks better in the glass and metal than on the screen. Sapphire for a few pounds more would have been good. A comparison review with the Hamilton hand-winding mechanical would be nice.
Absolutely love the dresskx. This one seems cool too!
I purchased one of these made in Malaysia Seiko 5 Automatics with the fabric band online about three years ago. I was looking for an automatic watch that was in my budget. The band broke, and I bought a Seiko stainless steel band for it.
About a month after I bought the band, my Seiko Automatic stopped working. Looking for reviews on this watch, I read that the Seiko Automatic will keep working if it's dirty and needs to be serviced. But once it stops working, it is dead. I also found that Seiko Automatics should be serviced about every two years.
Several watch repair quoted a starting price of about $100.00 for service. Since I paid about that much for this watch, I decided to purchase another Seiko Automatics, this time one that was made in Japan for about $170.00. I decided to purchase another Seiko 5 Automatic because I had bought a Seiko stainless steel band.
I purchased the Seiko 5 Automatic because it is an affordable practical watch with an easy to read numbered dial and day/date functions.
i love to watch your channel, because im a budget collector
Such a pretty watch. Love the dial and the colorway. But the negatives keep me from pulling the trigger ... for now at least.
I bought SNXS79 after watched your video back in 2019. now I'm waiting for this field watch in Indonesia because no one sell this yet.
arrived in Malaysia 2 weeks ago. Street price around USD 190-200. Official AD retail RRP is USD270.
For a little bit more i think it's worth considering the upgraded hamilton khaki field automatic. Similar specs but with Sapphire crystal with the upgraded ETA 2824 with the 80 hour power reserve and free sprung balance.
yes, nice one, but when I fell in love with my SWC Bunker, the best fieldwatch for me so far.
@@rodenwald interesting i'll check it out
Love this watch … definitely see one in my collection! Thanks for the Review 👍
Thanks. Nice to see a review of something unexpected. First look at this new Field watch from Seiko. Was hoping they would update this watch type. Great scoop.
two years ago I got sarb033 for ¥33,000 brand new in japan...I think new seiko sport bit pricey but yeah I love this especially jdm models
Gonna give it a try, found it for 185.
Love the watch. Just wish it came in a quartz. I’ll pass on the automatic.
Check out VAER for a quartz powered field watch.
I knew this watch was way overpriced for what it was, so I waited for it to cool down a bit, got mine from a Seiko AD for about $165. That price makes a lot more sense to me.
I like this more than the one Shane reviewed, even though that own is really nice in it's own right... But this color way feels like a real field ready watch.