When I first watched this video - "Nah, I love my Apple Watch! Why would anyone buy mechanical watches anyway?" Spend some time out of curiosity reading about watches. "Hmm, these things are kind of interesting. They last at least" When I second watched the video - "Perhaps I'll check how much I want to spend on a mechanical watch to see what is it all about. There is no chance I'll spend $1,200 on a watch though" Reading more about the watches, watching various YT videos, comparing various Seiko and Longines watches. There are so many watches from $100 to hundreds of millions. I guess I would be interested in something sub $1,000. When I watched this video third time - "Shit, SPB143 is one of the best watches for this price. For this price it's almost a steal" And now I'm wearing SPB143 for a week (they are gorgeous btw), my Apple Watch is on the shelf and I strangely don't miss it. How did it happened? I never thought I would be into watches even remotely, and yet, here I am. Eric, big props to you. Love your videos, keep up good work 👍
Check out Steinhart's 39mm line of watches. You will be pretty impressed what they offer for a little over $500 and perhaps ad another gem to your new collection.
Me and my best friend got one each about 2.5 years ago when we were 18. I absolutely love it. I almost used all my money from my job that summer to get it. When we got to the store they only had one in stock so we flipped a coin on who got to get it first. Have bought a few others after it but I always come back to my spb143.
Retired my 20 year old sea master and replaced with this. Very happy. My daily go to wearer. Runs at minus two seconds a day. Friday night I take it off and give it a wind. Monday morning it’s still keeping time same as if I’d be wearing it. Keeper .
one of the best videos I've seen on this watch (and I have watched a fair few) - the reason being that you show the watches from a further aspect so you can see how it sits on the wrist in proportion to the rest of your arm/body which others do not do and you tend to lose all sense of proportion and scale of the watch. That aside, lovely shots. Looking foward to see more!
I've had this watch for a couple of months now and you pretty much sum up my feelings about it. Only other thing I'd mention is the alignment issues. I sent back two with badly misaligned lume pips before finally getting a properly aligned on my third attempt, crazy at this price point. That aside I love the watch
I was always on the fence about this watch and was able to (kind of) forget about it. Here comes Hueguh with this aesthetically pleasing video, and here I am. I've just pulled the trigger on a LNIB SPB143 for 860 USD. A steal of a price!
This video and the one you made on the SKX007, are the reason why I began my watch collecting journey and for that I thank you! Keep up the great content✊
The way Seiko SKX prices are moving, they will be the same price in due time... On the used markets. This brand is going up the wage scale. Love this piece.
Great video! Since I got this watch I can’t take it off the wrist. This watch is clearly super popular in the watch community and my review video is becoming the most viewed on my channel. Enjoy it in good health my friend!
Thanks much for that! Loved the shots of you just hangin out with it! That’s what we’re here for. Want to put ourselves in your shoes until we have our own 👍🏼 Well done.
Been watching watch content for half a year now and just stumbled on your channel. The spb143 has always caught my eye and this video was a great portrayal of it. Great work! 👌🏼
Heuguh, just letting you know that this is first time that I saw a watch video and ordered a watch right there on the spot. You are right it is a great one watch collection piece
That suits you very well and its a gorgeous piece. have to lay my hands on this one as well one day. As usual very entertaining video, enjoyed that one a lot. Stay safe and best wishes from Germany. 👍🏻
Lovely video. I've been really thinking about this piece. I have a Sea-Dweller 16600 but its value is just too much for it to make sense as an everyday watch, and I really don't think the actual quality is sufficiently greater than the Seiko to justify it. I think the Hueguh endorsement has pushed me over the edge!
Vintage Rolex use to be fun because the prices weren’t out of control. I wear my Submariner everyday and love it, but the price has basically doubled from when I bought it...has me thinking about selling.
I have a skx013 and i am very pleased with it !! I think for under 500€ is the best everyday watch because it combines the versatility of a small watch with the practicality of a diver!!
@@Hueguh I was going for this piece but at the moment im using the Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT Black/Red Version. Love the quality and the movement. th-cam.com/video/vdCfjgQrZmU/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=GNOMONWATCHES
I have the same watch too, and love it. The drill lugs make it convenient but just be wary that the stock bracelet uses fat spring bars. So, it took me a while to realize getting spring bars with 1.2mm tip ends fit into the drill lugs better; otherwise, any strap will easily wobble. Enjoy the watch!
@@Hueguh Gotcha, I had a sea urchin before. When it came to using rubber straps that don't fit those fat bars, I had to find the custom diameter 2.0mm spring bars but with the same fat tip ends. Either way, this classic vintage inspired dial goes well with so many strap options.
Great review. My daily has been either a Speedmaster Pro or a Rolex Explorer. Just ordered a SBDC101 (JDM version) and am looking forward to getting my hands on it.
Now that is a seriously slick watch review of a great watch. I couldn’t afford this, so I got a nearly new SPB053 , (2017’s 62MAS reinterpretation) a touch big for many folk, but as I have big wrists and I love the blue face, looks great on a quality Oyster bracelet. Unfortunately, I still need to scratch the SPB143 itch....it really is the Seiko’s answer to the Submariner......I’ll get one, one day.
I am so jealous, I really am thinking of buying. This seiko is so much not seiko: i.e. other clasp, heavier bracelet, sapphire, ... And I just love the looks!!
Just bought the SRP777 to add to the collection, very similar to this one.. but slightly different shape to it.. also a great option for the one watch collection
Thats the spb149 A limited versions. Well... “limited” with 5,500 watches. A bit different than “limited” from other watchmakers (I am now wearing a watch where there a only 298 of made).
I don't agree, actually. I think there are much better options. Rolex Explorer, Monta Noble, Rolex Submariner, maybe Ming, Seiko Snowflake. But not this imho
@@Deal_Advisor 2k for a watch with no historical meaning, what is this brand anyway? Some glorified microbrand with ETA movement and a hefty pric tag. Hard pass
@@tomislavm2873 so basically what you are saying is, that there are no good products from new brands. Do you consider Tesla cars bad, because the brand has no history? And if Monta did not use ETA/Sellita movements their watches would have cost more and you would hate them more :) Every company starts somewhere. Rolex was considered sh*tty brand for long time until they proved the opposite. You can make ideal products from the very beginning and satisfy all the customers. But Monta does descent job imo. If you were the founder of the Monta I'm sure you'd charge more for the same watches :)
Love this Seiko especially since it isn't a clear clone of the submariner but a 4 digit price I feel there are many better alternatives for the same or around the same price.
Great review mate! I own the original 62mas (6217-8001) and I really love it. It's a little thinner and smaller than this which is great for my chicken wrists. But wow, I'd really love to own this one!
which one is better Tissot T-Sport Seastar 1000 Powermatic 80 Blue Dial Black Rubber or Seiko Prospex SPB125J1 Automatic Black Series? and what is the price of the item
I picked it up second hand, not sure if it’s a catch and release yet...not sure if I’d sell the sub yet. Ideally I’d like to keep one watch constantly moving so I can experience other watches.
This watch is really, really great. I'm just worried about movement accuracy because my Sumo with predecessor 6R15 has a lot of problems with accuracy. I hope Seiko made some improvements with 6R35. Great video.
Very good review - but even your watch has a bezel that won’t align exactly at 12. I don’t know why consumers accept this and keep buying and keeping them. Almost a ubiquitous problem with Seiko.
Have you ever considered a Glashütte Nomos? It’s right up your straße very minimal and I’m sure you’ll love the Bauhaus design. Similar price to the Seiko
Even though I don’t like the aesthetics of this watch at all, I like this video. Something about the way you make your videos make them pleasing for the eye. Great job with the editing as well!
On comparing the skx007/9 with this. How does it wear and weigh case wise..? The skx is 45mm lug to lug n and thickness @ 44mm if I'm not wrong Vs 40.5mm case n 47 mm lug width for the spb143/7/9 line up
I'm buying an Oris at that price. Cool looking dial, but paying that much for a Seiko without the word "Grand" in front of it just doesn't sit with me. I'm sure it is lovely in the metal and I'm just snobby, but there's something in my brain that can't shake putting that kind of dough down on it. The Divers Sixty-Five and Aquis are both within a few hundred dollars of that price after negotiations at an AD or through the grey market, if you're so inclined, and they're some seriously robust watches for the money. Aquis is nice and chunky if you prefer that, and the Divers Sixty-Five is slim, sleek, and vintage-inspired.
When I first watched this video - "Nah, I love my Apple Watch! Why would anyone buy mechanical watches anyway?"
Spend some time out of curiosity reading about watches. "Hmm, these things are kind of interesting. They last at least"
When I second watched the video - "Perhaps I'll check how much I want to spend on a mechanical watch to see what is it all about. There is no chance I'll spend $1,200 on a watch though"
Reading more about the watches, watching various YT videos, comparing various Seiko and Longines watches. There are so many watches from $100 to hundreds of millions. I guess I would be interested in something sub $1,000.
When I watched this video third time - "Shit, SPB143 is one of the best watches for this price. For this price it's almost a steal"
And now I'm wearing SPB143 for a week (they are gorgeous btw), my Apple Watch is on the shelf and I strangely don't miss it. How did it happened? I never thought I would be into watches even remotely, and yet, here I am.
Eric, big props to you. Love your videos, keep up good work 👍
Check out Steinhart's 39mm line of watches. You will be pretty impressed what they offer for a little over $500 and perhaps ad another gem to your new collection.
Have a Rolex Seadweller. And even then i grab the SPB more often! Awesome watch
haha the same thing happened to me, wearing my SPB143 as I watch this video. Strangely I know this has been one of the best purchases of my life.
How is it going 3 years later?
Stay as far away from Steinhart as you can. :,D
Absolute banger from Seiko. Everyone I know who is into watches has either bought one or is considering to buy one.
Best new Seiko in years.
Yes..it's gorgeous..
Got one for my birthday. Loving it! ❤️
Got the blue birch version of this watch
Just ordered one last night, can't stop watching all the reviews and videos about this watch.
Me and my best friend got one each about 2.5 years ago when we were 18. I absolutely love it. I almost used all my money from my job that summer to get it. When we got to the store they only had one in stock so we flipped a coin on who got to get it first. Have bought a few others after it but I always come back to my spb143.
Retired my 20 year old sea master and replaced with this. Very happy. My daily go to wearer. Runs at minus two seconds a day. Friday night I take it off and give it a wind. Monday morning it’s still keeping time same as if I’d be wearing it. Keeper .
I'm pretty sure this is the earliest i've ever been, btw you're really getting me into watches with these videos so thanks for the new hobby i guess
hahaha Its going to get expensive
This is a watch in my small collection I will NEVER replace! What a perfect design!
one of the best videos I've seen on this watch (and I have watched a fair few) - the reason being that you show the watches from a further aspect so you can see how it sits on the wrist in proportion to the rest of your arm/body which others do not do and you tend to lose all sense of proportion and scale of the watch. That aside, lovely shots. Looking foward to see more!
I've had this watch for a couple of months now and you pretty much sum up my feelings about it. Only other thing I'd mention is the alignment issues. I sent back two with badly misaligned lume pips before finally getting a properly aligned on my third attempt, crazy at this price point. That aside I love the watch
I bought this one-second hand, so the previous owner went through the hassle of finding a properly aligned example lol.
That really is shocking at this price point but hey, Seiko are famous for it lol
normally dont like watching youtube vids that sell us on stuff, however, for you I make an exception, keep up the great work!
I was always on the fence about this watch and was able to (kind of) forget about it. Here comes Hueguh with this aesthetically pleasing video, and here I am. I've just pulled the trigger on a LNIB SPB143 for 860 USD. A steal of a price!
How did you buy one for 860USD?
@@roshangeorge1458 Sorry, I should have clarified my comment. It wasn’t brand new, but rather LNIB
This video and the one you made on the SKX007, are the reason why I began my watch collecting journey and for that I thank you! Keep up the great content✊
The way Seiko SKX prices are moving, they will be the same price in due time... On the used markets.
This brand is going up the wage scale.
Love this piece.
Great video! Since I got this watch I can’t take it off the wrist. This watch is clearly super popular in the watch community and my review video is becoming the most viewed on my channel. Enjoy it in good health my friend!
The perfect Bond watch. Understated elegance.
I have the same watch and it is much better than I thought it was when I bought it.
It is elegant and aesthetically pleasing.
I knew this was going to end up here! Cheers, and thank you!
A beautiful Seiko and a fantastic video. Loved the humour at the end! Thank you.
Thank you very much!
This watch is amazing. I've had the blue-grey dial version (spb149) for about 6 months. It's very close to a perfect watch in my eyes.
Thanks much for that!
Loved the shots of you just hangin out with it! That’s what we’re here for. Want to put ourselves in your shoes until we have our own 👍🏼 Well done.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great watch and review! What wrist size are you?
Been watching watch content for half a year now and just stumbled on your channel. The spb143 has always caught my eye and this video was a great portrayal of it. Great work! 👌🏼
Hey Hueguh, can you please do an updated watch collection showing all of your timepieces my friend. I would love and appreciate it
Amazing video man! It made me make my mind up. Picking up my new SPB143 in a few days.
Great cinematography!
Tag me on IG once it hits your wrist :)
Have had this watch for a year now. Could do with only this watch and sell the rest, it's that good.
Great review as always mate! I recently purchased the Seiko SPB143 and Absoulelty love it!!!! Such a fantastic watch and it's also a strap monster!!!
Couldn't agree more!
Seiko is incredible.
Beautiful watch. I like the understated look only other watch enthusiasts would appreciate. At 1k, this watch is practically a steal.
The quality is there, but still felt kind of weird spending that much on a seiko.
Indeed.
Just got mine today ordered after watching your video last week lol now I’m back again
Got this watch and i really like the look and feel of the bracelet
Been hooked on your videos for the last few days. Really enjoyed this.
Heuguh, just letting you know that this is first time that I saw a watch video and ordered a watch right there on the spot. You are right it is a great one watch collection piece
The rubik's cube compliments the watch in stunning fashion. I need one of each !
Fresh insightful voice in watch reviews. And I’m absolutely loving my 62MAS. Worth the $.
Been attracted to this watch for about 3 months, but im just staying with my 007 for my one watch collection😁
Smart!
That suits you very well and its a gorgeous piece. have to lay my hands on this one as well one day. As usual very entertaining video, enjoyed that one a lot. Stay safe and best wishes from Germany. 👍🏻
Awesome filming and solid review. Thanks.
@hueguh fantastic review do you still own and enjoy the 143 ?
I have the spb297 save the ocean model of this. It is an amazing watch. Made me change my mind on seiko for the better.
You are a lucky man sir. I plan to add the SPB143 to the collection this year.
Beautiful watch, man! Reminds me a lot of the Tudor Black Bay.
It's an awesome watch... I'm blessed to have one myself.
The best successor to the skx. I love mine so much. I even “upgraded” to the sje093 but it doesn’t replace my spb.
Do you have preference?
Have been wanting this one or a Baltic! Awesome video hueguh
I wish this video was longer lol! Great work!
Lovely video. I've been really thinking about this piece. I have a Sea-Dweller 16600 but its value is just too much for it to make sense as an everyday watch, and I really don't think the actual quality is sufficiently greater than the Seiko to justify it. I think the Hueguh endorsement has pushed me over the edge!
Vintage Rolex use to be fun because the prices weren’t out of control. I wear my Submariner everyday and love it, but the price has basically doubled from when I bought it...has me thinking about selling.
@@Hueguh Did u sold the sub?
Best seiko to date. Bang for buck, looks, and future value (im assuming)
I have a skx013 and i am very pleased with it !! I think for under 500€ is the best everyday watch because it combines the versatility of a small watch with the practicality of a diver!!
wooow, t h e best review of this watch on youtube.. hands down. Good facts, nice views and good comments! Thanks ALOT!
I appreciate that! What timepiece is on your wrist these days?
@@Hueguh I was going for this piece but at the moment im using the Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT Black/Red Version. Love the quality and the movement. th-cam.com/video/vdCfjgQrZmU/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=GNOMONWATCHES
Nice review man! How do you think this compares with the spb213?
Beautiful watch. I recently got a Fossil FB-01 for Christmas and love it.
Very nice!
great video quality in this review - nice work!
I have the same watch too, and love it. The drill lugs make it convenient but just be wary that the stock bracelet uses fat spring bars. So, it took me a while to realize getting spring bars with 1.2mm tip ends fit into the drill lugs better; otherwise, any strap will easily wobble. Enjoy the watch!
Been dealing with Seiko spring bars since the SKX days, I usually just use the stock spring bars with natos and leather.
@@Hueguh Gotcha, I had a sea urchin before. When it came to using rubber straps that don't fit those fat bars, I had to find the custom diameter 2.0mm spring bars but with the same fat tip ends. Either way, this classic vintage inspired dial goes well with so many strap options.
Concise and thoughtful critique! Thanks and well done!
Love the Seiko watch. 4:09 😂
Debating between this and a Doxa Sub 200 as my upgraded diver. Also, love that shot of the Eaton Centre! When did you go to Toronto?
Doxa is awesome, had it on the radar for a minute. 42mm is at the limit for my wrist, so I swayed towards the 40.5mm Seiko.
My best one watch collection Would be the Tudor BB58.
Great review. My daily has been either a Speedmaster Pro or a Rolex Explorer. Just ordered a SBDC101 (JDM version) and am looking forward to getting my hands on it.
It’s a great release from Seiko.
Now that is a seriously slick watch review of a great watch. I couldn’t afford this, so I got a nearly new SPB053 , (2017’s 62MAS reinterpretation) a touch big for many folk, but as I have big wrists and I love the blue face, looks great on a quality Oyster bracelet. Unfortunately, I still need to scratch the SPB143 itch....it really is the Seiko’s answer to the Submariner......I’ll get one, one day.
Excellent piece, have been debating on either getting this Seiko SPB143 now or wait and get my grail the Omega "Great White" Seamaster Pro.
Great video thanks. I've got the spb147, love it.
Very pretty! I just got my first dive watch with the Orient Kamasu and I’m loving it. Hope someday to get a watch like this too
I am so jealous,
I really am thinking of buying.
This seiko is so much not seiko: i.e. other clasp, heavier bracelet, sapphire, ...
And I just love the looks!!
One of my favorite watch models of the last few years, across any brand. Off topic-- where did you get that valet?
Open Spaces
Just bought the SRP777 to add to the collection, very similar to this one.. but slightly different shape to it.. also a great option for the one watch collection
The only similarity between this two is that they are both diver watches. SPB143 is much higher league to even compare it with SRP777.
I just got mine and love it . 😊
I absolutely love the blue/gold edition of this watch.
Thats the spb149
A limited versions. Well... “limited” with 5,500 watches. A bit different than “limited” from other watchmakers (I am now wearing a watch where there a only 298 of made).
Great call. It is the one watch collection. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I don't agree, actually. I think there are much better options. Rolex Explorer, Monta Noble, Rolex Submariner, maybe Ming, Seiko Snowflake. But not this imho
@@Deal_Advisor Monta? Don't make me laugh.
@@tomislavm2873 yeap, why not? If ~2k is the max you can afford it's not bad option at all
@@Deal_Advisor 2k for a watch with no historical meaning, what is this brand anyway? Some glorified microbrand with ETA movement and a hefty pric tag. Hard pass
@@tomislavm2873 so basically what you are saying is, that there are no good products from new brands. Do you consider Tesla cars bad, because the brand has no history? And if Monta did not use ETA/Sellita movements their watches would have cost more and you would hate them more :)
Every company starts somewhere. Rolex was considered sh*tty brand for long time until they proved the opposite. You can make ideal products from the very beginning and satisfy all the customers. But Monta does descent job imo. If you were the founder of the Monta I'm sure you'd charge more for the same watches :)
Great video! You think this can be worn as a dress watch at all or would it be better off to get a dedicated dress watch?
🤣🤔🙄 No
Excellent video - really enjoy your watch content
Wonderful video. Really like your style. New Subscriber.
I’m still deciding between this spb143 and the spb159 grrrrrr
Love this Seiko especially since it isn't a clear clone of the submariner but a 4 digit price I feel there are many better alternatives for the same or around the same price.
What other watches do you like at this price point? I’d love something a little thinner that still has a timing bezel.
Great review mate!
I own the original 62mas (6217-8001) and I really love it. It's a little thinner and smaller than this which is great for my chicken wrists. But wow, I'd really love to own this one!
Thanks for sharing!
@@Hueguh You're welcome, Thank you for all the work you put in the video's!
do you know the name of the table and chairs you have?? Also, love the change up into watch focused content. Definitely wanting a better watch!
I think pin and collar system is safer than screws links system,from my experience
A black dial, 39mm and a black ceramic bezel and it would be my dreamwatch.
2021 Best Watch of the Year
this watch on my list, I love this one
which one is better Tissot T-Sport Seastar 1000 Powermatic 80 Blue Dial Black Rubber or Seiko Prospex SPB125J1 Automatic Black Series? and what is the price of the item
Solid pickup man!
Nice video as always!
Thanks for the visit
Beautiful video and watch!
cant wait for mine to come in
be sure to share your post
Very smart pickup! (assuming it’s your watch) Still debating on my next watch, but this is on the list of contenders for sure.
I picked it up second hand, not sure if it’s a catch and release yet...not sure if I’d sell the sub yet. Ideally I’d like to keep one watch constantly moving so I can experience other watches.
@@Hueguh that’s a cool idea. Never thought about that.
This watch is really, really great. I'm just worried about movement accuracy because my Sumo with predecessor 6R15 has a lot of problems with accuracy. I hope Seiko made some improvements with 6R35. Great video.
You can regulate this movement as well as 6r15 to run withing cosc standard no problem. Any watchmaker with timegrapher can do it.
A lot of the 6R35s come out of the box within cosc standard :) It's pretty rare to get a bad even. heck, even my 4R35 runs about +-2s per day. Insane.
Very good review - but even your watch has a bezel that won’t align exactly at 12. I don’t know why consumers accept this and keep buying and keeping them. Almost a ubiquitous problem with Seiko.
Is that Eaton center? If so where did you buy this? Online or somewhere in Toronto?
Was also wondering where you purchased
Have you ever considered a Glashütte Nomos? It’s right up your straße very minimal and I’m sure you’ll love the Bauhaus design. Similar price to the Seiko
Even though I don’t like the aesthetics of this watch at all, I like this video. Something about the way you make your videos make them pleasing for the eye. Great job with the editing as well!
Your leather cardholder looks dope. What is it?
On comparing the skx007/9 with this. How does it wear and weigh case wise..? The skx is 45mm lug to lug n and thickness @ 44mm if I'm not wrong Vs 40.5mm case n 47 mm lug width for the spb143/7/9 line up
I'm buying an Oris at that price. Cool looking dial, but paying that much for a Seiko without the word "Grand" in front of it just doesn't sit with me. I'm sure it is lovely in the metal and I'm just snobby, but there's something in my brain that can't shake putting that kind of dough down on it. The Divers Sixty-Five and Aquis are both within a few hundred dollars of that price after negotiations at an AD or through the grey market, if you're so inclined, and they're some seriously robust watches for the money. Aquis is nice and chunky if you prefer that, and the Divers Sixty-Five is slim, sleek, and vintage-inspired.
I love 65, but it's fragile as F. Aquis is robust, no doubt. Had all of them, SPB143 wins for me.
Great video! What do you think of Grand Seiko?
The snowflake is on the list to go see...maybe after covid. The snowflake dial and spring drive movement look awesome from the pictures I’ve seen.
@@Hueguh I too love the snowflake. One of the best looking watches out there imo! I've tried it on and i can say that it's fabulous!
It's my 1 watch collection
Well... Does a DW5600 count?
Great review. I agree, it is an absolutely stunning watch, and the sizing is spot on.
It really is!
Have one and love it, I can live with the timekeeping but just wish it were 1-2 mm thinner!
Nice review of a very nice watch ! Cheers
Thanks for watching
Jeez this is a nice watch
Hey Hueguh! The chairs at 4:09, where are they from?