I love the fact that you're so un-snobbish about watches. You'll sing the praises of a good watch whether it costs $50 or $50,000, whether it has a mechanical movement or quartz, whether it's Swiss or not, etc. Good man! I now have one of these, partly because of your level-headed enthusiasm, and I love it. Your videos are the best.
Some years ago I visited the Seiko museum in Japan. It was an absolutely amazing experience. I made an appointment and they had an English speaking guide waiting for me at the door. If you get the chance, you should go because you will get a much better sense of the incredible history and heritage of this amazing brand.
If you don't mind me asking, how did you go about getting a translator at the Seiko museum? I'll be travelling to Japan in a few weeks and would live to visit the museum but I'm not sure how much I'd get out of it as an English only speaker. Cheers!
Just purchased this watch from your website for my father in-law. Man, he loves it. Great watch, great customer service! Overall awesome experience! Thank you Teddy!
Congrats on the Seiko partnership, Teddy! Thank you for this review. I bought this watch in the UK on the day of release as my closest-I-will-ever-get-to-a-daytona watch. However the more I wear it the more I love it. I get so many compliments. It's also really versatile. I've worn it on leather, rubber and steal and it always looks great. Excellent performance as well. Honestly can't fault it.
I bought this watch last year and just as Teddy mentioned I looked at all of the other options for chrono under $1k and I didn’t see much. This watch checked off all of my boxes and I’m so happy that I bought it, months before it was released I was looking for a Japanese chrono that was aesthetic. This watch is just perfect for what I was looking for.
I know and appreciate that the Swiss brands are considered to be the pinnacle of watchmakers.. but I am just enamored with the quality, style and craftsmanship along with the rich histories within the world of both Japannese and German watchmaking.
It's sooooo good to finally see Seiko on your store! I hope your store becomes even more successful! Thank you so much for all the knowledge and information that your share with us!
Actually went to your site last night and noticed Seiko ! Was wondering when you would announce this. Congratulations, this is great news and a great pairing.
Now; You have made me addicted to, to this Seiko Solar Chronograph & the Quartz PRX becomes second choice by far...!! Congratulations; Many thanks for your wonderful Vid Reviews out there.
I have one of these pieces (white dial) and can honestly say the quality for the price is amazing. The case size and proportions are great and the weight and feel oozes quality. I wear mine on a black sailcloth strap and it looks fantastic. Very happy with my purchase
Got the black variant and the wearability is just soooo good 🤩 I think that’s a great addition for a collection with some luxury watches when you need one watch that looks and feels great and you don’t have to worry that much what you throw at it .
My wife got me this watch last year I was absolutely blown away! I love this watch. I would pay twice what it sells for. I was so impressed by the Seiko solar watches I just got a Prospex solar diver with Pepsi bezel. You can't go wrong with any Seiko watch.
Congrats on the Seiko partnership! Been waiting for your review on this model. I’ll eventually get the Tudor BB Chrono but this looks like a great placeholder 👍🏽👍🏽
Picked one up for $550 this week. I had a Polar Daytona for 2 years and sold it during the hype. This one serious scratches the inch for me. I think you nailed it. Reminds me of a 4 digit Cosmograph. I don’t mind the end links or bracelet at all. Fits my 6.5 in wrist perfectly. Wears like my BB58. Date window is my only quibble. Set too deep because of the solar batteries. That said, for a super accurate, solar, grab and go 100m watch…it’s damn near perfect for me
@@bhargaavviswa9712 I would say it you have a flat wrist, it would. Mine are 6.5 and kinda round and it’s a perfect size for me. I don’t like big watches in general so take that at face value.
Question, the mini dials looks blue instead of black. Is it blue or is it black? I’ve literally looked at every review online, every site and on one photo it appears as black, others as blue.
@@GrumpyDK821 the subs are are black but each has a single blue/purple line where the solar charging panel is located. On the left it’s a blue line at 9 o’clock in that sun dial. On the right it come toward the center from 3 o’clock and on the bottom one it comes up from 6 o’clock. It’s covered in one of the deeper dive videos. On a day to day they aren’t super visible unless you are in direct sunlight. I quite like them.
You nailed it as always Teddy, I've had mine for a few months now. Very wearable without a doubt. Looks like a much more expensive watch for sure. Tride and true seiko quality. Can't beat the price for what it offers in the market with comparable pieces. Keep up great work.
I just bought one for $415 after taxes from Gov X on sale. I can’t wait. I’m just now getting into watches and your channel is by far the best and most informative. Thank you!
I got the one with the white dial and it’s such a universal and unisex, classic design! Love the solar-powered battery, the watch can last ages in Singapore haha. Thank you for such a detailed and helpful review of an affordable watch for the masses!
I picked this one up, it's amazing and has become my only daily watch. I looked at all of the other available colors but only the white panda dial stood out to me as something that can be worn on any occasion, with any setup - whether you're out on a walk in shorts / t-shirt or wearing a dress shirt and jeans, or out for a bike ride or anything - it will adapt itself to the situation.
@@Nattymatty7 You will not be disappointed. This is still my only daily watch, I still wear it everyday and it looks / feels great in summer and in winter, absolutely no issues. Did you get the SBDL085 or the SSC813?
@@Nattymatty7 SSC813 and SBDL085 are the same watch, the latter is made in Japan (says Japan V192 on the dial, and Made in Japan on the back). I got the SBDL085 from Ebay, from a reputable seller out of Japan.
I ordered the 813 initially but after much thought ended up getting the 909 limited edition with ice blue crystal dial instead. Absolutely love it coz it has a 6 month power reserve and never had to set the time yet so far. And i only paid 500 dollars after discount from the boutique. Congratulations on your partnership with Seiko!🍾🥂
What I wanted to add, the white dial Seitona is extremely rare to find. The SSC813 I bought last week was only slightly above the retail price of 675.- but my friend has paid a little more than 800.- because he didn't want to wait for subsequent deliveries. I am confident, that the watch will have a great value stability.
@@giovanniacconcia5584 congratulations on your 813! Sometimes i do wish i got the 813 but i usually avoid what majority go for that’s why i chose to go with the 909. Nevertheless it’s just an awesome watch!
@@kaizen168 the point is: with my ….. significantly more expensive daytona-inspired watch, it’s sometimes tricky when traveling or on the streets of southern europe or central america. So the Seitona fits very well as a daily watch!
Hi Teddy, fantastic review as always. I've had the sky blue dial model for a couple of months now and could not be happier with the purchase. This watch wears so well, really comfortable all day long. Have had a few comments regarding similarity to the Daytona, which isn't a bad thing!! Winter Speedtimer could well be the next purchase, amazing looking all-black watch.
Teddy - this review was long overdue. Really wanted to hunt down a Speedy Marui, but the prices for those went insane the past few years then this popped up. Couldn't wait to get this watch when it came out. Put my name on the list at my local AD (for an 813) and waited for 4 months (this was very early 2022 - believe you can get much more easily now). Pros: Size is perfect; love pandas; not a Rolex. Cons: Wish the subs were all the same size; would pay up for a mechanical option (of the same size 39mm); not a fan of the date window (but Seiko loves them). I have 0.0 regrets on the purchase and get compliments on it. Another con is the bracelet - not bad, but not great. I have swapped for both a black and a cognac quick release leather strap. Strapcode has an bracelet if you want to upgrade that looks nice - but have not.
Bought one today and I’m absolutely in love with it! Specially because i was looking for a watch in the 38-40mm dial range. Its the best find in this size, with amazing features and looks at a great price!
I own this model and it sits well with my other Swiss watches. This indeed is the closest thing to owning a Rolex Daytona panda. Spot on review Teddy. Keep the content coming. Kudos to you and your new partnership with Seiko.
813 is so wearable and looks so clean and sporty. None of the aforementioned problems affect my enjoyment. It wears smaller than its weight (145.4 g for mine), it's not top heavy, doesnt slosh around on the wrist, and I can reach down "without looking" and start the chrono in a split second, which you can't do with a digital. So handy! It's a no nonsense, grab and go watch-enthusiasts watch that anyone can wear and enjoy. I also personally enjoy the bracelet and clasp which has gotten some criticism. Could it be better, sure, but the chunky links look manly on the smaller chrono, and I like the laser printing on the clasp Get one! I plan on grabbing the black also at a later time. So wearable
Got the gold-faced model about a year ago. In typical Seiko fashion there were some minor QC issues (the power indicator/60 min timer just does not align, no matter what I do) but I still love it. It's an excellent "grab and go" and works for both casual and more formal settings - and with the 100m WR you can even take it to the beach!
The timer alignment (and, if it bugs you as much as it does me, the date window alignment), are why it’s best to inspect any watch in-store / in person . . . but I understand that that’s not always a possibility. Right now I’m tempted by the black titanium / green-dialed model for woods trails hikes but . . . I’m also saving for a Grand Seiko piece so . . . Having said that the Seiko ‘Daytona’ would be far more apposite to my preferred lifestyle (i.e., bored to death and not giving a sh*t about office work or dressing up for it anymore, but looking ‘woodsy’ on weekends). SBDL103 is the one I have an eye on, and the one in the shop features perfectly aligned appurtenances, rather unusually . . .
I bought this a few months back, and it’s my favorite watch in the collections although it’s not automatic the sweeping movement is still nice ! And it being solar is still pretty nice!
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on MAMACOO 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
I have owned the white dial for about 7 months and absolutely love it. Fit is better than I expected on my 7.25 inch wrist. The Bracelet is really comfortable. I own several much more costly, luxury mechanical watches and this is a pleasure to throw on and know the time is accurate no matter how long I keep it in the drawer. I’ve seen posts where people say the ‘fuel gauge’ isn’t accurate and while I’ve not really tested it, I tend to agree. Never seems to move off of ‘Full’ regardless of how long it’s kept in the dark. I was able to get this watch for a little over $500- so consider this a bargain. I do wonder what happens when the solar charging mechanism dies- is it repairable or just a non- working piece of jewelry? Curious if anyone knows. Thanks for the extensive review and close up shots- I didn’t know it looked that good!
I just picked one up here in Australia for 690 (430USD), but I got the new 911P with a silver dial, and red seconds hand. It’s been amazing. On the subject of power reserve though, I did find that mine was at halfway until I wore it outside for a couple of hours. It’s probably just so easy to charge and has such a high capacity that you never notice a drop.
@@Psyopcyclops. Thanks Jim. Love the 911p as well. Perhaps you are correct- maybe it’s just that I haven’t sat it in a dark space for long enuf to let the power reserve wind down. Enjoy your great new timepiece.
I bought the panda dial shown here on an impulse and its never leaving the collection great watch looks amazing on bright red straps or nato or racing vlack leather strap live my speedtimer
Glad you are a Seiko dealer now! I was wondered when that was going to happen. That white dial looks pretty nice, I don't know if I'll ever get a chronograph but these seem like a solid option. Right now I'm just saving up for my first automatic watch!
I have the sand/yellow model. The color really stands out in my watchbox so I tend to grab it more often. What a great watch! I get lots of complements on it. Mazel tov, Teddy!
Teddy, could you do a series where you look at a particular brand, and within that brand’s catalog, find ideal dive, dress, everyday, etc. watches? Think what could be found with Longines, Tissot, Hamilton, IWC, etc. Thank you.
Picked up a AMZWATCH's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
I'm glad you did a video on this model, this looks like the kind of watch I would like - less than 39mm, only 45~mm lug to lug, and it's kind of a retro Seiko white dial design but with modern quartz / solar tech, and it has a sapphire crystal + Japanese movement.
I tried one of these yesterday while I was buying a new watch. I figured I had earned the right to try on a few others while I was waiting for a bracelet adjustment. It looks great, feels awesome on the wrist and I will likely be back for one. The idea of the much lower service cost of maintaining a quartz is something I hadn't really considered before. So this has moved up my list because for me, the 🐼 is such a good look.
Yesssss!! Teddy!! Thanks for reviewing this incredible watch. It's become my go-to. I have the 819. Congratulations on your Seiko partnership too! I've been waiting for your perspective on this beauty. 39mm is a perfect size. My power reserve indicator hasn't left "E" since I bought it 6 mos ago in sunny Texas. I highly recommend. Panda dial is definitely next! Well done!
When I finally sat down to write out exactly what I wanted from a small collection, the SSC819 magically appeared as one of the only options that fit in well at nearly any price point. The Hanhart 417 is another at an entirely different price point. Suppose I will have to get both.
Just picked one up, so far it's a super comfy wear for my 6 inch wrist and the white dial perfectly fits the season. Compared to my cheaper Seiko watch the finishing on this bracelet is a lot nicer too.
The size is a winner on these things - tried switching out to other straps as it is a strap monster with those 20mm lugs but the bracelet is still the way to go. Definitely one of the best daily drivers and a get-and-go type of watch. Wears like a dream.
Thank you for showcasing Seiko and congrats on the collaboration, Teddy. I bought the panda dial (as shown in this video) speedtimer last week and it was my quartz watch. My opinion on quartz watches changed for the better. Really surprised on how light it feels and it took awhile to get used to. Another thing with quartz watch is how accurate they are, I'm glad this piece had introduced quartz watches to my alley. As usual my qualm with this piece, as with most people, is the integration of the bracelet. The circular brushing on the lug is directly contrasted by a longitudinal finish on the strap, which really accentuates the transition between components like they aren't meant to be paired together. It bothers me more than it should frankly, especially knowing that this issue isn't present in most of Seiko's other watches. Nevertheless, this factor actually gave me the push I needed to change the strap to a leather one and I love this piece even more now!
Can the bracelet be swapped to a strap? I have a presage that doesn't seem like it can be swapped to a strap due to that metal part attached to the lug that the spring bar goes through.
@@MlkXiu Yes it can for the speed timer at least. It features a quick release spring bar so it's relatively easy to remove and install. Not too sure for the presage series though.
Good review! Congratulations on the Seiko AD status! I own this watch in the white/black color way. I have a 7.25/7.5” wrist. This watch fits me perfectly. Love it!
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops! MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
After a great deal of research on sub $1000 chronos...I just acquired a model 813. I changed out the bracelet for a Barton leather rally and I am overall extremely pleased with this watch. If you can find a better chrono at this price...buy it.
I was bought this watch by my daughter and her partner for my birthday, they know i love seiko but this watch is my 2nd favourite after the green seiko alpinist i love it.
Hey Teddy & Co. First of all, congratulations on the opening of the flagship Crocker Park location. Your video on the preparation of the store was terrific. I can't wait to pull out my passport and drive to the West Side and visit. Back to this watch. . . I saw the earlier, smaller version of the Speedtimer (39 mm) at a local department store and was surprised at two things. One, it felt much smaller than 39 mm. The other issue was that the bracelet's steel color/brushing pattern don't seem to quite match the case SS color and brushing pattern. It looked like Seiko took a glorious case and stuck a somewhat mismatched bracelet on this piece. I wasn't pleased with how it looked (and, interestingly, several other online reviewers made the same comment). Based on your high resolution videos, and others I have seen, it looks like the 41+mm Speedtimer will be much better on a larger wrist (like mine). It's a gorgeous piece! But it still looks like the design issue I mentioned was continued in the larger version. How do you see this? Is the 41mm version band as mismatched as the 39? I'm still likely to purchase the larger one but I was hoping to get your $0.02 on this point. See you in Westlake soon! Jeff
So as an authorized dealer, does that mean that you inventory all the watches that Seiko makes? As an online dealer how do you handle your inventory. And how do you send watches to your clients? Do you simply drop ship them to the client? Or do you order them in, wait for them and then ship them direct to the client? I'm just curious how online sellers work. This came up as my family is in Cleveland and I was hoping to visit your store when I went to visit them. But now I know that your online only. And so how does this differentiate you between your operation and Amazon? With exception of having someone answer the phone talking direct to your clients how , do you handle the fulfilling the customer's orders.
Ended up buying a very similar watch made by Tactical Frog. Essentially the same watch with unique faces and slightly different case profile. Was looking for a turquoise colored watch and for $200, it's been awesome. It rotates through with my other watches including multiple Seikos.
Such a great watch...I will have to add it to my collection...another favorite under $1000 but at 49mm is the Vostok-Europe YM86-620C504...Dive watch with perpetual calendar and chrono and in an awesome yellow coloring....
I LOVE this speedtimer as a complication watch under $1000 and as an addition for a 3-6 piece collection under $7-10k, particularly for little details like a double purpose for the bottom subdial, and then the date window not just being at "around 4:30" but actually being closer to like 4:15. That kind of playful asymmetry + value proposition makes this so much more than the "Seiko Daytona El Primero (yes there is a version with blue and grey subdials)" that people around me refer to this watch as. It's a playful take on a panda chrono that should be in any collector's affordable hit list as a tasteful homage that does and proposes more. As you said, it's either this or the Bulova Lunar Pilot/Seagull 1963 as mechanical chronographs under $1000 go, and this is DECIDEDLY the dressier and more properly sized of the three.
Great piece.. now you've got me thinking about whether I should buy this one or a Tudor Back Bay Chrono to compliment my 20 year old Breitling Navitimer
Finding these currently in the US shipped including tax for under five hundred dollars, amazing deal for this watch. The gold panda dial and blue/black dial are the real sleepers here.
I love the fact that you're so un-snobbish about watches. You'll sing the praises of a good watch whether it costs $50 or $50,000, whether it has a mechanical movement or quartz, whether it's Swiss or not, etc. Good man! I now have one of these, partly because of your level-headed enthusiasm, and I love it. Your videos are the best.
He sells all these watches in this video format…
A real watch lover
@@psyteo3130he doesn't sell casio duro.
@@psyteo3130he sells watches but his videos are still good content
I share this impression of Teddy's level-headed enthusiasm and his attention to every detail. This is such a valuable resource.
Some years ago I visited the Seiko museum in Japan. It was an absolutely amazing experience. I made an appointment and they had an English speaking guide waiting for me at the door. If you get the chance, you should go because you will get a much better sense of the incredible history and heritage of this amazing brand.
@@perthwatchgirl yes it is. have fun (:
If you don't mind me asking, how did you go about getting a translator at the Seiko museum? I'll be travelling to Japan in a few weeks and would live to visit the museum but I'm not sure how much I'd get out of it as an English only speaker. Cheers!
@@Rob-yz7lv
I didn't ask for one. The English speaking lady was there waiting. Remember you have to make an appointment to go to the museum
Good to know, thanks for getting back to me!
@@TerenceHughes4501 no. You can just walk in now. Me and my wife randomly did and was even offered an english tour which we declined.
Just purchased this watch from your website for my father in-law. Man, he loves it. Great watch, great customer service! Overall awesome experience! Thank you Teddy!
Congrats on the dealership, Seiko imho is like Tissot, offering great watches at affordable prices, big respect to that.
Two great brands at delivering value and gateways to watch enthusiasm. Love them both.
Congrats on the Seiko partnership, Teddy! Thank you for this review. I bought this watch in the UK on the day of release as my closest-I-will-ever-get-to-a-daytona watch. However the more I wear it the more I love it. I get so many compliments. It's also really versatile. I've worn it on leather, rubber and steal and it always looks great. Excellent performance as well. Honestly can't fault it.
Picked up this watch a few months back and I couldn't be happier with the looks and the sizing; absolutely perfect for those with tiny wrists.
As a Japanese, I am so happy that you love japanese brand !Thank you Teddy!
Racist spotted
World owes a lot to Japan , thanks for all the technology
Thanks to Japan!!!!
Japan is awesome!
I bought this watch last year and just as Teddy mentioned I looked at all of the other options for chrono under $1k and I didn’t see much. This watch checked off all of my boxes and I’m so happy that I bought it, months before it was released I was looking for a Japanese chrono that was aesthetic. This watch is just perfect for what I was looking for.
Thank you for the ownership history, Christian.
They nailed it - love it
How about the Seiko flightmaster?
Can it track a second time zone?
no
I know and appreciate that the Swiss brands are considered to be the pinnacle of watchmakers.. but I am just enamored with the quality, style and craftsmanship along with the rich histories within the world of both Japannese and German watchmaking.
It's sooooo good to finally see Seiko on your store!
I hope your store becomes even more successful!
Thank you so much for all the knowledge and information that your share with us!
Thank you for watching! I am very fortunate to do something I love and I have people like you to thank for that!
@@TeddyBaldassarre You're most welcome!
Actually went to your site last night and noticed Seiko ! Was wondering when you would announce this. Congratulations, this is great news and a great pairing.
Thank you my friend!
@@TeddyBaldassarre Thank you :) ! For returning the video aboute Vostok Amphibian :)
Now; You have made me addicted to, to this Seiko Solar Chronograph & the Quartz PRX becomes second choice by far...!!
Congratulations;
Many thanks for your wonderful Vid Reviews out there.
I have one of these pieces (white dial) and can honestly say the quality for the price is amazing. The case size and proportions are great and the weight and feel oozes quality. I wear mine on a black sailcloth strap and it looks fantastic. Very happy with my purchase
I am getting tempted by the sand dail-coloured one. Will be unique. You still recommend a purchase ?
@@theminimallifeproject5644also have the white dial one. Definitely recommend. And I'm not the biggest chrono person
Got the black variant and the wearability is just soooo good 🤩 I think that’s a great addition for a collection with some luxury watches when you need one watch that looks and feels great and you don’t have to worry that much what you throw at it .
I have one of these also. One of my favourite watches.
My wife got me this watch last year I was absolutely blown away! I love this watch. I would pay twice what it sells for. I was so impressed by the Seiko solar watches I just got a Prospex solar diver with Pepsi bezel. You can't go wrong with any Seiko watch.
Man even some of Seiko's more affordable watches have some fantastic looking dials. Congrats
Seiko no question delivers some of the most visual interesting dials for the price.
@@TeddyBaldassarre And for some top Grand Seiko models, at ANY price.
I wish they have 41 mm dial 39 was so small for my hand
@@1982iniceman The new model is 41 mm
@@TeddyBaldassarre I appreciate you for seeing the value of the watch by not basing on the price.
Congrats on the Seiko partnership! Been waiting for your review on this model. I’ll eventually get the Tudor BB Chrono but this looks like a great placeholder 👍🏽👍🏽
Thank you, my friend. If the Tudor is within reach keep saving. Otherwise, I think you will enjoy this one.
@@TeddyBaldassarre This is actually such a thoughtful response. Thanks for all your care and content Teddy.
@Arnaldo M Medina: Tudor Black Bay is thick like a brick.
Really, not a comparison to Swiss options. I can get an auto from Victorianox for less.
@@harrisonmixer9583 victorianox’s are ugly
Picked one up for $550 this week. I had a Polar Daytona for 2 years and sold it during the hype. This one serious scratches the inch for me. I think you nailed it. Reminds me of a 4 digit Cosmograph. I don’t mind the end links or bracelet at all. Fits my 6.5 in wrist perfectly. Wears like my BB58. Date window is my only quibble. Set too deep because of the solar batteries. That said, for a super accurate, solar, grab and go 100m watch…it’s damn near perfect for me
Do you think this would look good on a 6 inch wrist?
@@bhargaavviswa9712 I would say it you have a flat wrist, it would. Mine are 6.5 and kinda round and it’s a perfect size for me. I don’t like big watches in general so take that at face value.
@@mt4100 Thanks for the reply
Question, the mini dials looks blue instead of black. Is it blue or is it black? I’ve literally looked at every review online, every site and on one photo it appears as black, others as blue.
@@GrumpyDK821 the subs are are black but each has a single blue/purple line where the solar charging panel is located. On the left it’s a blue line at 9 o’clock in that sun dial. On the right it come toward the center from 3 o’clock and on the bottom one it comes up from 6 o’clock. It’s covered in one of the deeper dive videos. On a day to day they aren’t super visible unless you are in direct sunlight. I quite like them.
You nailed it as always Teddy, I've had mine for a few months now. Very wearable without a doubt. Looks like a much more expensive watch for sure. Tride and true seiko quality. Can't beat the price for what it offers in the market with comparable pieces. Keep up great work.
I just bought one for $415 after taxes from Gov X on sale. I can’t wait. I’m just now getting into watches and your channel is by far the best and most informative. Thank you!
Congratulations so much, you deserve genuinely to be a Sekio AD. I'm very proud.
I got the one with the white dial and it’s such a universal and unisex, classic design! Love the solar-powered battery, the watch can last ages in Singapore haha. Thank you for such a detailed and helpful review of an affordable watch for the masses!
I picked this one up, it's amazing and has become my only daily watch. I looked at all of the other available colors but only the white panda dial stood out to me as something that can be worn on any occasion, with any setup - whether you're out on a walk in shorts / t-shirt or wearing a dress shirt and jeans, or out for a bike ride or anything - it will adapt itself to the situation.
Sold me. I was looking for a versatile watch where I can wear it with anything! Thanks
@@Nattymatty7 You will not be disappointed. This is still my only daily watch, I still wear it everyday and it looks / feels great in summer and in winter, absolutely no issues.
Did you get the SBDL085 or the SSC813?
@@gns942 I’m not sure I have small wrists. I was thinking of getting the 39mm?
@@Nattymatty7 SSC813 and SBDL085 are the same watch, the latter is made in Japan (says Japan V192 on the dial, and Made in Japan on the back). I got the SBDL085 from Ebay, from a reputable seller out of Japan.
I ordered the 813 initially but after much thought ended up getting the 909 limited edition with ice blue crystal dial instead. Absolutely love it coz it has a 6 month power reserve and never had to set the time yet so far. And i only paid 500 dollars after discount from the boutique. Congratulations on your partnership with Seiko!🍾🥂
What I wanted to add, the white dial Seitona is extremely rare to find. The SSC813 I bought last week was only slightly above the retail price of 675.- but my friend has paid a little more than 800.- because he didn't want to wait for subsequent deliveries. I am confident, that the watch will have a great value stability.
@@giovanniacconcia5584 congratulations on your 813! Sometimes i do wish i got the 813 but i usually avoid what majority go for that’s why i chose to go with the 909. Nevertheless it’s just an awesome watch!
@@kaizen168
the point is: with my ….. significantly more expensive daytona-inspired watch, it’s sometimes tricky when traveling or on the streets of southern europe or central america. So the Seitona fits very well as a daily watch!
@@giovanniacconcia5584 they’re easy to find now.
I wish that 909 came without that black center link on the bracelet
Hi Teddy, fantastic review as always. I've had the sky blue dial model for a couple of months now and could not be happier with the purchase. This watch wears so well, really comfortable all day long. Have had a few comments regarding similarity to the Daytona, which isn't a bad thing!! Winter Speedtimer could well be the next purchase, amazing looking all-black watch.
Got the 813 Seiko, love it at first sight. Love it when more on hands. It just looks pleasing !
Teddy - this review was long overdue.
Really wanted to hunt down a Speedy Marui, but the prices for those went insane the past few years then this popped up. Couldn't wait to get this watch when it came out. Put my name on the list at my local AD (for an 813) and waited for 4 months (this was very early 2022 - believe you can get much more easily now). Pros: Size is perfect; love pandas; not a Rolex. Cons: Wish the subs were all the same size; would pay up for a mechanical option (of the same size 39mm); not a fan of the date window (but Seiko loves them). I have 0.0 regrets on the purchase and get compliments on it. Another con is the bracelet - not bad, but not great. I have swapped for both a black and a cognac quick release leather strap. Strapcode has an bracelet if you want to upgrade that looks nice - but have not.
These watches are so incredible looking. I’m finding it hard to not start a separate Seiko collection with all these great releases 😂
Bought one today and I’m absolutely in love with it! Specially because i was looking for a watch in the 38-40mm dial range. Its the best find in this size, with amazing features and looks at a great price!
where to buy this now?
@@hnim2292 picked it up a few days ago at a local seiko shop.
I own this model and it sits well with my other Swiss watches. This indeed is the closest thing to owning a Rolex Daytona panda. Spot on review Teddy. Keep the content coming. Kudos to you and your new partnership with Seiko.
813 is so wearable and looks so clean and sporty. None of the aforementioned problems affect my enjoyment. It wears smaller than its weight (145.4 g for mine), it's not top heavy, doesnt slosh around on the wrist, and I can reach down "without looking" and start the chrono in a split second, which you can't do with a digital. So handy!
It's a no nonsense, grab and go watch-enthusiasts watch that anyone can wear and enjoy. I also personally enjoy the bracelet and clasp which has gotten some criticism. Could it be better, sure, but the chunky links look manly on the smaller chrono, and I like the laser printing on the clasp
Get one! I plan on grabbing the black also at a later time. So wearable
Got the gold-faced model about a year ago. In typical Seiko fashion there were some minor QC issues (the power indicator/60 min timer just does not align, no matter what I do) but I still love it. It's an excellent "grab and go" and works for both casual and more formal settings - and with the 100m WR you can even take it to the beach!
Just an heads up: when battery is full, the hand indicates minute 46 (and not 45) because that's where the F is.
@@jagermaster1622 yeah, I did see this. My indicator points to about "45.5" when full, hence the issue 🤣
The timer alignment (and, if it bugs you as much as it does me, the date window alignment), are why it’s best to inspect any watch in-store / in person . . . but I understand that that’s not always a possibility.
Right now I’m tempted by the black titanium / green-dialed model for woods trails hikes but . . . I’m also saving for a Grand Seiko piece so . . . Having said that the Seiko ‘Daytona’ would be far more apposite to my preferred lifestyle (i.e., bored to death and not giving a sh*t about office work or dressing up for it anymore, but looking ‘woodsy’ on weekends).
SBDL103 is the one I have an eye on, and the one in the shop features perfectly aligned appurtenances, rather unusually . . .
have you tried to align the hands with the specific order to push the buttons? when i doubt bring it to a seiko store.
Congratulation on picking up the Seiko line! This Speedtimer will be my next Seiko! Love your videos! Keep up the great work Teddy!
Appreciate your support, my friend!
I bought this a few months back, and it’s my favorite watch in the collections although it’s not automatic the sweeping movement is still nice ! And it being solar is still pretty nice!
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on MAMACOO 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
I bought mine about 2 months ago and have no regrets... Its a great watch
I have owned the white dial for about 7 months and absolutely love it. Fit is better than I expected on my 7.25 inch wrist. The Bracelet is really comfortable. I own several much more costly, luxury mechanical watches and this is a pleasure to throw on and know the time is accurate no matter how long I keep it in the drawer. I’ve seen posts where people say the ‘fuel gauge’ isn’t accurate and while I’ve not really tested it, I tend to agree. Never seems to move off of ‘Full’ regardless of how long it’s kept in the dark. I was able to get this watch for a little over $500- so consider this a bargain. I do wonder what happens when the solar charging mechanism dies- is it repairable or just a non- working piece of jewelry? Curious if anyone knows. Thanks for the extensive review and close up shots- I didn’t know it looked that good!
Well you a lucky duck to get this for $500 in my country seiko sells this for just above $1100 so might skip it
I just picked one up here in Australia for 690 (430USD), but I got the new 911P with a silver dial, and red seconds hand. It’s been amazing. On the subject of power reserve though, I did find that mine was at halfway until I wore it outside for a couple of hours. It’s probably just so easy to charge and has such a high capacity that you never notice a drop.
@@Psyopcyclops. Thanks Jim. Love the 911p as well. Perhaps you are correct- maybe it’s just that I haven’t sat it in a dark space for long enuf to let the power reserve wind down. Enjoy your great new timepiece.
My dad had a couple of Breitlings, but his comparatively cheap and cheerful Seiko's from his years in Japan were his favourite.
I bought the panda dial shown here on an impulse and its never leaving the collection great watch looks amazing on bright red straps or nato or racing vlack leather strap live my speedtimer
Congrats on the Seiko line ! Excellent presentation on this chrono from Seiko
Glad you are a Seiko dealer now! I was wondered when that was going to happen. That white dial looks pretty nice, I don't know if I'll ever get a chronograph but these seem like a solid option. Right now I'm just saving up for my first automatic watch!
Literally just bought this watch over the weekend. So glad I got it, especially before you dropped this video because I got mine for a deal!
Bought the "Pogue" (SSC947P1) one the other day - in love with it!
I have the sand/yellow model. The color really stands out in my watchbox so I tend to grab it more often. What a great watch! I get lots of complements on it. Mazel tov, Teddy!
Teddy, could you do a series where you look at a particular brand, and within that brand’s catalog, find ideal dive, dress, everyday, etc. watches? Think what could be found with Longines, Tissot, Hamilton, IWC, etc. Thank you.
Happy to see this Teddy. I bought one of these about 3 months ago. Love it.
Picked up a AMZWATCH's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
Got the panda a month ago - really terrific watch!
Just got it yesterday as a birthday gift and it is an absolutely fantastic watch.
Congratulations Ted! Very happy for your success.
Thank you for making high quality videos!Love amzwatch ’s watches
Absolutely in love with this watch. I got mine a few months ago and my favourite part is the wearability the size of this watxh is just perfect.
I am in love with this watch, been looking at it for months now. Might pick one up today.
I'm glad you did a video on this model, this looks like the kind of watch I would like - less than 39mm, only 45~mm lug to lug, and it's kind of a retro Seiko white dial design but with modern quartz / solar tech, and it has a sapphire crystal + Japanese movement.
Thank you for making high quality videos!Love MAMACOO watch
You've given me ANOTHER watch to lust after! Seriously, thanks for the thorough review. I could feel good about buying this watch...
I have the Seiko Prospex Panda on wrist right now, its a beaut.
Picked this one up over the summer. Even on my tiny wrist it looks great. Congrats on the Seiko deal!
I tried one of these yesterday while I was buying a new watch. I figured I had earned the right to try on a few others while I was waiting for a bracelet adjustment. It looks great, feels awesome on the wrist and I will likely be back for one. The idea of the much lower service cost of maintaining a quartz is something I hadn't really considered before. So this has moved up my list because for me, the 🐼 is such a good look.
Yesssss!! Teddy!! Thanks for reviewing this incredible watch. It's become my go-to. I have the 819. Congratulations on your Seiko partnership too! I've been waiting for your perspective on this beauty. 39mm is a perfect size. My power reserve indicator hasn't left "E" since I bought it 6 mos ago in sunny Texas. I highly recommend. Panda dial is definitely next! Well done!
Congrats on the new partnership! I hope that you'll carry the new SSC91x versions of the chronographs when they become available.
When I finally sat down to write out exactly what I wanted from a small collection, the SSC819 magically appeared as one of the only options that fit in well at nearly any price point. The Hanhart 417 is another at an entirely different price point. Suppose I will have to get both.
Just picked one up, so far it's a super comfy wear for my 6 inch wrist and the white dial perfectly fits the season. Compared to my cheaper Seiko watch the finishing on this bracelet is a lot nicer too.
The size is a winner on these things - tried switching out to other straps as it is a strap monster with those 20mm lugs but the bracelet is still the way to go. Definitely one of the best daily drivers and a get-and-go type of watch. Wears like a dream.
The one with the panda dial is absolutely amazing
Love MAMACOO watch，Such a great looking watch to match with the precisionist movement.
I mean, how can this channel be even better? Teddy has been doing amazing job. Thank you for the great contents!
Thank you for showcasing Seiko and congrats on the collaboration, Teddy. I bought the panda dial (as shown in this video) speedtimer last week and it was my quartz watch. My opinion on quartz watches changed for the better. Really surprised on how light it feels and it took awhile to get used to. Another thing with quartz watch is how accurate they are, I'm glad this piece had introduced quartz watches to my alley.
As usual my qualm with this piece, as with most people, is the integration of the bracelet. The circular brushing on the lug is directly contrasted by a longitudinal finish on the strap, which really accentuates the transition between components like they aren't meant to be paired together. It bothers me more than it should frankly, especially knowing that this issue isn't present in most of Seiko's other watches. Nevertheless, this factor actually gave me the push I needed to change the strap to a leather one and I love this piece even more now!
Can the bracelet be swapped to a strap? I have a presage that doesn't seem like it can be swapped to a strap due to that metal part attached to the lug that the spring bar goes through.
@@MlkXiu Yes it can for the speed timer at least. It features a quick release spring bar so it's relatively easy to remove and install. Not too sure for the presage series though.
Good review! Congratulations on the Seiko AD status! I own this watch in the white/black color way. I have a 7.25/7.5” wrist. This watch fits me perfectly. Love it!
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops! MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
After a great deal of research on sub $1000 chronos...I just acquired a model 813. I changed out the bracelet for a Barton leather rally and I am overall extremely pleased with this watch. If you can find a better chrono at this price...buy it.
I just got mine today because of you and it was on sale here in Australia loving it....❤
Just bought this watch from Teddy and I love it. It looks so good on the wrist.
I bought the SSC911 today from Teddys store. Wil was great. Thanks Teddy!!
Cool all the way around! This watch is great and you having Seiko on your site is great!
I was bought this watch by my daughter and her partner for my birthday, they know i love seiko but this watch is my 2nd favourite after the green seiko alpinist i love it.
Hey Teddy & Co.
First of all, congratulations on the opening of the flagship Crocker Park location. Your video on the preparation of the store was terrific. I can't wait to pull out my passport and drive to the West Side and visit.
Back to this watch. . .
I saw the earlier, smaller version of the Speedtimer (39 mm) at a local department store and was surprised at two things. One, it felt much smaller than 39 mm. The other issue was that the bracelet's steel color/brushing pattern don't seem to quite match the case SS color and brushing pattern. It looked like Seiko took a glorious case and stuck a somewhat mismatched bracelet on this piece. I wasn't pleased with how it looked (and, interestingly, several other online reviewers made the same comment). Based on your high resolution videos, and others I have seen, it looks like the 41+mm Speedtimer will be much better on a larger wrist (like mine). It's a gorgeous piece! But it still looks like the design issue I mentioned was continued in the larger version.
How do you see this? Is the 41mm version band as mismatched as the 39?
I'm still likely to purchase the larger one but I was hoping to get your $0.02 on this point.
See you in Westlake soon!
Jeff
I just bought the panda. Wasn’t shopping, was an impulse buy. Love the look and size. Its my 5th Seiko. Love the brand.
So as an authorized dealer, does that mean that you inventory all the watches that Seiko makes? As an online dealer how do you handle your inventory. And how do you send watches to your clients? Do you simply drop ship them to the client? Or do you order them in, wait for them and then ship them direct to the client? I'm just curious how online sellers work. This came up as my family is in Cleveland and I was hoping to visit your store when I went to visit them. But now I know that your online only. And so how does this differentiate you between your operation and Amazon? With exception of having someone answer the phone talking direct to your clients how , do you handle the fulfilling the customer's orders.
I have the Black Dial version. Mine is a JDM version which has a product code beginning with SBDL.. Absolutely love it. It's a quality piece.
Ended up buying a very similar watch made by Tactical Frog. Essentially the same watch with unique faces and slightly different case profile. Was looking for a turquoise colored watch and for $200, it's been awesome. It rotates through with my other watches including multiple Seikos.
So glad you reviewed this one. Its on my short list.
I just tried it today in Cardiff,UK.Very nice watch,comfortable and well built.
Congrats Teddy - what great news - I am a huge Seiko fan having grown up in Japan - and what a fine looking watch !!
Such a great watch...I will have to add it to my collection...another favorite under $1000 but at 49mm is the Vostok-Europe YM86-620C504...Dive watch with perpetual calendar and chrono and in an awesome yellow coloring....
Great video as usual Teddy, however I must say, production on this one was particularly good!
The transitions at 1:50-1:53 were awesome!
I own this watch with the blue watch face and red chrono dial. Super happy owning it. Nothing to complain about. Absolutely fantastic watch!
I LOVE this speedtimer as a complication watch under $1000 and as an addition for a 3-6 piece collection under $7-10k, particularly for little details like a double purpose for the bottom subdial, and then the date window not just being at "around 4:30" but actually being closer to like 4:15. That kind of playful asymmetry + value proposition makes this so much more than the "Seiko Daytona El Primero (yes there is a version with blue and grey subdials)" that people around me refer to this watch as. It's a playful take on a panda chrono that should be in any collector's affordable hit list as a tasteful homage that does and proposes more. As you said, it's either this or the Bulova Lunar Pilot/Seagull 1963 as mechanical chronographs under $1000 go, and this is DECIDEDLY the dressier and more properly sized of the three.
Thanks for offering Seiko, Teddy. This WILL be my next watch from you!
Congrats Teddy, Well deserved.
I appreciate your professionalism.
Excellent informative even handed review. You have a new subscriber! Thank you for the great content.
Great piece.. now you've got me thinking about whether I should buy this one or a Tudor Back Bay Chrono to compliment my 20 year old Breitling Navitimer
Got the SSC 815 & 819
Great pieces look great at the race track!
Own it and love it. I wear it on a green tropical. Don’t even miss my Tudor GMT
Congratulations!! The watch looks stunning!!
Congratulations Teddy. Finally Seiko Watchers are now on your website.
I got super excited about this watch but I wear a bulova lunar pilot daily and it fits my wrist perfectly.
Just bought this watch in the brown/champagne dial. Nothing better than getting this video in my feed after the fact. Loving the watch!
I just bought this watch. Beautiful
Finding these currently in the US shipped including tax for under five hundred dollars, amazing deal for this watch. The gold panda dial and blue/black dial are the real sleepers here.