Lovely to see you unbox you’re grail watch - and a great choice!! Thank you for sharing this happy moment of yours Miguel. I could feel your emotion!! 📹🎤⌚️👨🏻🦱👌😎
It's an absolute stunner. Been wearing mine for six months straight. IMO, the beautiful circular brushing on the crown's face and the angling around it is far more distinctive and pleasant than a banal Prospex or Seiko signed crown. Maybe that's just me, though.
I really enjoyed this, a genuine watch enthusiast genuinely so excited about his new watch that he’s struggling to get his words out. Little bit of magic.
Congratulations! I am waiting patiently for mine to come in sometime in March. Same reason I bought the watch is to cure my rolex itch. Have enough to buy one, but really can't afford to spend that much on a watch that everyone will think is fake anyways. Let me know if your itch has been scratched. Enjoy! ✌🏼
This watch is Seiko's Rolex Submariner as it has the right dimensions, fit and finish to compete with much more expensive dive watches. A classic in the making.
Congrats buddy. The Prospex is a nice line. I’ve had my hand on one and they’re as quality as my turtle. It’s a solid watch. That stainless steel bezel is cool touch.
I really want to love Seiko (I did, for a very long time) but recently I have found their QC issues to be worse than ever. I got the black rubber strap version and the bezel was so misaligned it wasn't even funny. I have also tried 3 of the 1968 recreation watches, 2 had misaligned bezels (very noticably) and the other the date in the date window was very off-centre. When paying $1000+ you should never be nervous to open the box incase of obvious QC errors. The 6r35 movements in the ones I tested were all running between 15-22+ seconds a day, which is of course within its tolerance, but still shows little regulation from the factory as they are capable of much better. I'm sure I will go back to Seiko again (I wish their watches weren't so damn attractive) but am sticking with Swiss and German for the moment, as I have had no similar issues.
I hear you 100% and have heard the same from other people. I really pray that they start to up their QC because if you’re going to charge more $ for you watches I would expect the quality of the watch to reflect the same. Thank you 🙏 for watching!
Nice watch and as an owner of this watch I have to say the bracelet is very comfortable, although this watch is a strap monster I have not worn mine off the bracelet yet. A clean classic which can only be appreciated through ownership.
I got the 143 myself and unfortunately my bezel has a problem - binds up between around the 5 min to 55 min positions. Definitely bummed. It’s an amazing watch - probably the first Seiko I had to pay full MSRP for honestly. Not sure if the dealer can fix this or if it has to go to Seiko - but echo the other comments about Seikos lack of QC it seems. I have 10 seikos and most are divers and all of them have misaligned bezels (including my 143) but this is the first with an actual mechanical defect.
It's an old video but I'm pretty sure that strap doesn't have a thick 1.1mm tip that can fit snugly into the case. You will eventually will wear out the lug holes because of the play.
Amazing video. I love this new line. My only 2 quirks with it is 1. Date window should have been framed or bordered. 2. Still no signed Crown. R we really going forward or backwards. Previous divers had signed crowns. Now we go in too the $1000 + tier, we lose the signed Crown. I would definitely buy this if the above points were mended.
Beautiful watch, I really like to add this watch to my collection can’t afford it at the moment. But definitely definitely on the wish list. Enjoy it my friend.👍
I’m so close to pulling the trigger on this. My part of the UK has been in lockdown and for the money I want to check the size out on my wrist. I had the SKX013 but sold it on at it looked tiny on my 7.25 wrist. This is only 1mm bigger in diameter.
This is a very good video. It's very good mostly in the sense that it shows the watch very realistically in a normal environment which is different than other videos which tend to use professional lighting and photography to glorify it appearance. We need to see more videos like this that show what a watch actually looks like. I was sold on buying this watch; now I am on the fence. Please continue what you are doing the same way.
I always have heard that but never understood exactly why or what will happen. Then i found this video, long but very informative. th-cam.com/video/EZu6wxCVjaE/w-d-xo.html. Not trying to sound like a know it all. Im sire i have made the same mistake on my watches before. everyone is going to forget and do that every once in awhile.
Mate, the rolex submariner is a beautiful piece, but also expensive and very dull imo. It's not for me. For that reason I dont think you're necessarily missing out with a sub. This watch is excellent too. Sometimes in life the wanting and lusting after is better than the actual reality of having. I personally don't own a rolex. My collection does seem incomplete without one though. I think I've decided on a vintage air king with 3,6,9 dial when I get around to getting one, as I'm not too struck on many modern ones. Ive got 12 watches currently and the diver I bought as my premier diver in my collection is the omega planet ocean that I bought new this year. I've also got two cartiers for my go to dress and everyday options. Getting a tag monaco sometime in the new year. Probably sell a couple of pieces too. Collections are always evolving aren't they?
Nope those dimensions are big for me, this watch is on a different level for a lot of different reasons. The beauty about what collecting is buying what you like and what speaks to you no matter the price, specs, brand.
@@anthonyschumacher9925 In this hobby we have to take everything with a grain of salt my man. Collectors take themselves way too serious. I thought this comment was hilarious to be honest 😂
@@SoCalWatchReviews I think you may have misunderstood my comment. I honestly could not agree more. Your comment was hilarious and refreshing to see which is why felt the need to reply. I think a lot of us (yes I'm one, my collection stands at 46 "timepieces") do take it just a tad too serious. Love this community though. Good stuff man. Fun chatting.
Dont know why many people praise "holes cases" as something that prevents damage on the case...its much more probable to damage the case flanks while inserting the tool in the holes, than scratch it with a proper tool, while removing spring bars from the back...just look at your spb143 sides after a couple of strap changes.
You showed us the date is changed when the crown is in the second position. But when you did this, it was at 1 o’clock. And you did not know if it was a.m or p.m. because this is an unboxing video. As you very well know, this can damage the date mechanism of a watch. Just a friendly reminder.
Believe me I do as well. However compared to my real grail (Rolex Sub), this actually was a reachable watch. In my opinion it was worth every penny and I’m still over the moon with it!
@@SoCalWatchReviews $1200 would be my absolute peak in terms of what I'd pay for a watch... And frankly I'd probably dump 90% of my collection in order to justify it cus I'd wear that thing every day. Some day .. #watchgoals
just got it for myself today. i love it. i love the grey dial. i love how it wears. did i mention i love it.
Congrats man!
Lovely to see you unbox you’re grail watch - and a great choice!! Thank you for sharing this happy moment of yours Miguel. I could feel your emotion!! 📹🎤⌚️👨🏻🦱👌😎
Thank you 🙏 for the support!
Amazing man, I'm so proud of you! such a fantastic watch and I can't wait to see your review!!
Thank you brother 🙏
I just got the same combo a month back - its perfect on the Artem strap!
Congrats on your grail
Congrats and thank you!
Love the 62mas such clean lines. Congrats on getting one of your grail pieces man enjoy it! 🤗🍾🥳👊
Thank you brother!
It's an absolute stunner. Been wearing mine for six months straight. IMO, the beautiful circular brushing on the crown's face and the angling around it is far more distinctive and pleasant than a banal Prospex or Seiko signed crown. Maybe that's just me, though.
Thank you 🙏 for watching!
Holy smokes!! Loving this watch bro! Congrats, very well deserved! Can hear the joy in your voice haha 😁🥳👍👍
Thank you Dave! #yogahands baby!!
Very very nice piece. I'm very happy for you! Your joy is infectious. Just unboxed an Alpina that gave me a similar feeling. 👍
I saw that video (forgot to leave a comment) and I’m super happy for you brother!
imagine seiko releasing more color ways of this model, like ferrari red, tiffany blue, aqua green, vintage yellow...they'll be fire!
Oh no, I would go broke real quick 😂
White dial. 🤯
Congrats on the new watch Miguel! It's a beauty.
Thank you brother 😊
Happy for you man. My grail is the sbdc105, same watch but with gilt dial. Hope to have it one day, beautiful watch and strap combo
Thank you and best of luck to you!
I really enjoyed this, a genuine watch enthusiast genuinely so excited about his new watch that he’s struggling to get his words out.
Little bit of magic.
I love watches so much! I’m glad that my excitement came through in the video. Thank you for watching!!
Awesome watch man, I'm very happy for you!
Thank you brother 😊
Which u prefer Skx013 or Spb143 for small wrist ?
SKX013
I am between that one (spb143) or (spb147) I really like the strap were is from if you can give me info.
Both the 143 and 147 are 🔥!! Link to the straps - artemstraps.com
@@SoCalWatchReviews thank you.
Congratulations! I am waiting patiently for mine to come in sometime in March. Same reason I bought the watch is to cure my rolex itch. Have enough to buy one, but really can't afford to spend that much on a watch that everyone will think is fake anyways. Let me know if your itch has been scratched. Enjoy! ✌🏼
Congrats and honestly I still don’t want that Rolex 👍🏼
This watch is Seiko's Rolex Submariner as it has the right dimensions, fit and finish to compete with much more expensive dive watches. A classic in the making.
Very nice, I'm thinking about getting this... But I'm reading about issues with the movement? How has the movement worked for you?
So far is working like a champ!
I've had mine for 5 months... it's settled into -7 /24 hrs
I see where Artem now has 3 different sizes of straps. Would you normally size down if using a deployant as opposed to a buckle?
That’s a great question man. I have a 6 7/8” wrist and these are the standard size.
Congrats buddy. The Prospex is a nice line. I’ve had my hand on one and they’re as quality as my turtle. It’s a solid watch. That stainless steel bezel is cool touch.
Thank you 🙏
Congratulations on the new watch! :)
Thank you 🙏
what’s the brand of the quick release strap in the last part of the video? it’s a real beauty. congrats for getting such a nice watch
Thank you 🙏 and here you go
artemstraps.com
Awesome piece...what size are those artem cloth straps?
Thank you and 20mm
I really want to love Seiko (I did, for a very long time) but recently I have found their QC issues to be worse than ever. I got the black rubber strap version and the bezel was so misaligned it wasn't even funny. I have also tried 3 of the 1968 recreation watches, 2 had misaligned bezels (very noticably) and the other the date in the date window was very off-centre. When paying $1000+ you should never be nervous to open the box incase of obvious QC errors. The 6r35 movements in the ones I tested were all running between 15-22+ seconds a day, which is of course within its tolerance, but still shows little regulation from the factory as they are capable of much better. I'm sure I will go back to Seiko again (I wish their watches weren't so damn attractive) but am sticking with Swiss and German for the moment, as I have had no similar issues.
I hear you 100% and have heard the same from other people. I really pray that they start to up their QC because if you’re going to charge more $ for you watches I would expect the quality of the watch to reflect the same. Thank you 🙏 for watching!
Nice piece! Congrats!
Thank you my man!
What’s the strap on that SKX? It looks great!
Thank you for watching. That’s the Artem sailcloth strap. Link in the description of the video.
@@SoCalWatchReviews Thanks, great content, keep it going!!!!
Where can I get the Artem Sailcloth strap with the Omega styled deployant clasp?
Go to their website.
Go to the Artem website;
artemstraps.com
Nice purchase Miguel, look forward to the review, congratulations on your grail purchase.
Thank you brother!
Nice watch and as an owner of this watch I have to say the bracelet is very comfortable, although this watch is a strap monster I have not worn mine off the bracelet yet. A clean classic which can only be appreciated through ownership.
Agree 💯 and thank you for your support!
How do you open the diver’s extension? I have the 149 but unable to open it, I don’t want to mess up the bracelet.
Check my full review:
th-cam.com/video/prB26Yjz4N4/w-d-xo.html
I got the 143 myself and unfortunately my bezel has a problem - binds up between around the 5 min to 55 min positions. Definitely bummed. It’s an amazing watch - probably the first Seiko I had to pay full MSRP for honestly. Not sure if the dealer can fix this or if it has to go to Seiko - but echo the other comments about Seikos lack of QC it seems. I have 10 seikos and most are divers and all of them have misaligned bezels (including my 143) but this is the first with an actual mechanical defect.
Man I say take that thing back to the dealer ASAP and you should not spend a dime on fixing it or ask for another one or a refund. Best of luck!
Congratulations on a beautiful piece man!
Thank you my man!
Love it ! Congratulations ! Where does your strap come from ?
Thank you! The strap is from Artem!
artemstraps.com
It's an old video but I'm pretty sure that strap doesn't have a thick 1.1mm tip that can fit snugly into the case. You will eventually will wear out the lug holes because of the play.
Thank you for watching and honestly Artem straps are super reliable and tough, never gave me any issues 👍🏼
Amazing video. I love this new line. My only 2 quirks with it is
1. Date window should have been framed or bordered.
2. Still no signed Crown. R we really going forward or backwards. Previous divers had signed crowns. Now we go in too the $1000 + tier, we lose the signed Crown.
I would definitely buy this if the above points were mended.
I believe they have released a new shogun and the same issues.
I would agree with you!
How does the stock bracelet feel? Is it similar to the quality of the stock skx bracelet?
Not even close, this bracelet is way better and feels solid!
@@SoCalWatchReviews awesome! Will definitely be getting one very soon, I loved the review btw.
@@LocalWatchGuy massive congrats and thank you 🙏
@@SoCalWatchReviews mines arrived just today! Got it fit with the sail cloth strap from artem😬looks even better in person
@@LocalWatchGuy nice!!!!
Congrats Miguel! This is an awesome watch!
Thanks man 🙏
Love these! Congrats on the purchase
Thank you 🙏
Beautiful watch, I really like to add this watch to my collection can’t afford it at the moment. But definitely definitely on the wish list. Enjoy it my friend.👍
Thank you 🙏 for watching and I hope you get the opportunity to get this watch!
I’m so close to pulling the trigger on this. My part of the UK has been in lockdown and for the money I want to check the size out on my wrist. I had the SKX013 but sold it on at it looked tiny on my 7.25 wrist. This is only 1mm bigger in diameter.
This Watch is perfect in diameter, believe me you won’t be disappointed!!
I’m looking forward to trying one on, concerned it will be too small for my 8in wrist. Tried on the Willard which I felt was too small.
@@15harry1561 you should try it out and see what you think!
Great video bro so happy for you!
Thank you P!
Great video! Congrats. 👍
Thank you 😊
Congrats.
Thank you 🙏
Let's go!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations brotha. I know how bad you've wanted this piece. Beautiful 😊🔥
Thank you!!
Where did you find that strap?
artemstraps.com
What a Beauty, bien compra felicidades hermano, ahora quiero ver el Review en detalle, ándale ándale jajaja 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Gracias hermano 😊
This is a very good video. It's very good mostly in the sense that it shows the watch very realistically in a normal environment which is different than other videos which tend to use professional lighting and photography to glorify it appearance. We need to see more videos like this that show what a watch actually looks like. I was sold on buying this watch; now I am on the fence. Please continue what you are doing the same way.
Thank you and don’t be on the fence, it’s a great watch and I really do recommend it! Take care 😊
what strap are you using and where can you buy one?
Using the Artem strap
artemstraps.com
Congrats, man!
Thank you 🙏
Got mine last june..awesome watch..
Such a stunning piece!! Thanks for the support!
6R35 manual: avoid amending the date when the watch is displaying between 9 PM and 1 AM. Doing so may cause damage. You were probably lucky this time.
I caught that once I was editing the video. You’re 100% right!! Won’t happen again.
I always have heard that but never understood exactly why or what will happen. Then i found this video, long but very informative. th-cam.com/video/EZu6wxCVjaE/w-d-xo.html. Not trying to sound like a know it all. Im sire i have made the same mistake on my watches before. everyone is going to forget and do that every once in awhile.
@@malkinmalone because during that time it is engaged with the date changing wheel and changing the date manually during that time could break it
I just got the 147 and put it on a NATO. It’s a Tudor BB58 rival for a lot less cash.
Congrats!
Wow, that watch is so clean, really nice!
And I totally relate with ur frustration of scuffing up a new watch right out of the box 😆
Thank you 🙏 and man I’m not looking forward to that first scratch!!
@@SoCalWatchReviews once you've picked up a few of them you stop minding as much and can relax more wearing your piece.
@@pb8876 😂
It’s just a fantastic release from Seiko.
Agree 💯
I wish they made this in a GMT version :-(
That would be awesome!
The Sub is iconic, but for what they go for now I’d rather have this Seiko + a four seasons Grand Seiko.
1000% agree with you! Thank you 🙏 for watching!
Having mine soon also !
Great ready to fall in love 👍🏼
Great intro!
Mate, the rolex submariner is a beautiful piece, but also expensive and very dull imo. It's not for me. For that reason I dont think you're necessarily missing out with a sub. This watch is excellent too. Sometimes in life the wanting and lusting after is better than the actual reality of having.
I personally don't own a rolex. My collection does seem incomplete without one though. I think I've decided on a vintage air king with 3,6,9 dial when I get around to getting one, as I'm not too struck on many modern ones.
Ive got 12 watches currently and the diver I bought as my premier diver in my collection is the omega planet ocean that I bought new this year. I've also got two cartiers for my go to dress and everyday options.
Getting a tag monaco sometime in the new year. Probably sell a couple of pieces too. Collections are always evolving aren't they?
Awesome collection you got there! Thanks for watching!
Just a lil constructive Criticism.. that lamp reflection is really distracting. Maybe try a soft box or just use day light ?
I had my soft box on, but also another light on as well. Quality will keep improving over time and thank you for your feedback!
Is that a SKX007?
The main Watch being featured is a SPB143, but the SKX007 does make a cameo!
If the SPB143 is your grail, what can you say about, let's say SBDX001? is that the HOLY grail?
Nope those dimensions are big for me, this watch is on a different level for a lot of different reasons. The beauty about what collecting is buying what you like and what speaks to you no matter the price, specs, brand.
Interesting piece. Feel free to comment on my reviews to help promote your channel. Wear your pieces in good health. Regards.
Thank you sir 🙏
Where did you purchase from?
@belmount_watches he’s located in San Diego, CA
Was it a local store or online?
@@elliottk2518 all vía Instagram. He’s a stand up guy. His name is Adam.
That's one helluva San Martin homage!
😂
That's messed up man but funny!
@@anthonyschumacher9925 In this hobby we have to take everything with a grain of salt my man. Collectors take themselves way too serious. I thought this comment was hilarious to be honest 😂
@@SoCalWatchReviews I think you may have misunderstood my comment. I honestly could not agree more. Your comment was hilarious and refreshing to see which is why felt the need to reply. I think a lot of us (yes I'm one, my collection stands at 46 "timepieces") do take it just a tad too serious. Love this community though. Good stuff man. Fun chatting.
Can try on nato strap
I did in my review video!
th-cam.com/video/prB26Yjz4N4/w-d-xo.html
The band looks like it would be breathable for a long day
It really is man!
Cool !!
good review
Thank you
Dont know why many people praise "holes cases" as something that prevents damage on the case...its much more probable to damage the case flanks while inserting the tool in the holes, than scratch it with a proper tool, while removing spring bars from the back...just look at your spb143 sides after a couple of strap changes.
Honestly for me personally it’s just faster to change straps! Thanks for watching!
Beautiful timepiece! If I may offer one critique though.... Try not to film under the light.
Waiting for your full review!
I never do videos like this, check out my other videos. I’m still trying to improve on these improv to videos. Thanks for your input.
@@SoCalWatchReviews I just subscribed to your channel and have enjoyed the few videos I’ve watched thus far. Great intro btw! Where in SoCal are you?
Thank you and Riverside!
@@SoCalWatchReviews Awesome! I’m here in Lake Elsinore. Work in LA.
@@SoCalWatchReviews waiting on that spb143 review... I wish I could see one in person, but no one that I can find, can keep them on the shelf.
That's a stiff bezel and the bracelet....maybe a strap code
I think uncle Seiko maybe working on something 👍🏼
Ordered mine, whilst it still can. I am sure Seiko will discontinue this piece in a short time
Congrats 👏
Man, you changed the date at 1:10, ouch!
Yeah I know, saw that during editing. I was too busy looking at my camera when I was filming. Luckily the Watch didn’t get messed up!
You showed us the date is changed when the crown is in the second position. But when you did this, it was at 1 o’clock. And you did not know if it was a.m or p.m. because this is an unboxing video. As you very well know, this can damage the date mechanism of a watch. Just a friendly reminder.
Yup realized that when I was editing the video. Will never happen again!
Can someone explain this to me or link to a video that explains?
@@bruceg.3483 th-cam.com/video/EZu6wxCVjaE/w-d-xo.html
i hate that "affordable"...is $1200.
Believe me I do as well. However compared to my real grail (Rolex Sub), this actually was a reachable watch. In my opinion it was worth every penny and I’m still over the moon with it!
@@SoCalWatchReviews $1200 would be my absolute peak in terms of what I'd pay for a watch... And frankly I'd probably dump 90% of my collection in order to justify it cus I'd wear that thing every day. Some day .. #watchgoals
that's your "grail" watch? Go TUNA or go home!
That’s the beauty of watches, we all have different taste. Thank you for watching!