Just got my SJE093 in yesterday. Wow, what a stunner. Perfect partner for my Aqua Terra 38 white. Need to figure out how to get the Seiko buckle out and onto my Artem strap like you did.
According to one of the Janpanese descriptions: ケースコーティング:ダイヤシールド which is translated into "Case coating: diamond shield" which seems to suggests that the steel has "Diashield"
The 6L37 is basically same as 6L35 but manufactured with different materials for certain parts to improve durability and with overall more shock resistance. Its similar to how Seiko produces the 8L for their dive watches, certain standards to adhere to their dive watch specifications. I rotate between my SJE083 King Seiko and Pelagos 39 through the week for work and I find my SJE to be more accurate after a week, barely deviates more than +3 seconds after a week while the Pelagos 39 is around +10-15 seconds off so the 6L is definitely not a bad movement compared to the Tudor apart from the power reserve. After all the 6L35 movement was produced to be similar to a ETA2892 which you still find in most luxury brands with rebranded name at the same price point. You probably are one of the first ones to get SJE093. I'm patiently waiting for mine since my AD said they will only receive by the end of September. Congratulations and a lume shot would have been great. Maybe a youtube short incoming with a lume shot?
Thanks for doing this video! I pre-ordered one and the wait is killing me. I bought the SLA017 in 2017, but with my 5 3/4" wrist, it was still a bit large for me. Was so excited to see the announcement for the SJE093.
I own this watch. I love it. Probably the second favorite Seiko in my collection. The first being the King Seiko SJE089. I just wish that Seiko would have kept the "Water 150 Resist" text on the dial. And made it 39mm. It feels a little small on my wrist.
Its basically a smaller version of the sla017. I have the sla043, and my wrist is 7.5 , so thats perfect for me. I have 2 lovely tudors , but i still prefer my seiko sla043 over my black bay. These seikos are just incredible watches , but the movement in my tudor is way more accurate. I love my seiko sla043 , its my favorite watch in my collection. Its so robust , and still looks as new as the day i got it. Enjoy it sanjay , because they are special .
Thanks for the review. I have the SLA017 which I love but its a bit large for my wrist so letting it go for this one. Only wish they would have used everbrillant on this one. People are worried about accuracy but a few seconds a day makes little difference to me personally. The looks are spot on. Can't wait.
I wore the spb143 as my daily for over a year and I loved most everything about it, except for the movement. I inevitably sold it and now I really wish that I had jumped on the sla017’s when they came out. These 37 mm 62 mas’ look phenomenal, but the 017 is a better size for me, and with prices being what they are now for the 017, I doubt that I ever add one to the collection. I don’t know, there’s just something about those Sunday grey dials on all of the 62mas reissues that just does it for me. IMO they are the greatest looking divers out there, regardless of brand!
First of all, congratulations on the beautiful Seiko. I've been a bit dissatisfied with Seiko for quite some time now but with this watch I'm giving it another try. On paper the Tudor BB54 is indeed better, but from the feelings I just like the Seiko better. So this will be my first Seiko after a long time, I hope that Seiko has done a good job.
Some people are moaning about the bezel insert being a tad smaller than the slot for it. There was this apparent gap at the edges of the insert based on some photos of dummy units used for the press launch. On your videos, I don't see this "gap". I hope you can tell us more about this. Thanks!
Good video as always ❤ Love my spb143 despite having the lumepip. It’s running about +5 sec a week, so very good. But the sje093 looks sooo good and well executed! I really want one now 😊👌
This watch is gorgeous. However, for the price point, a steel bracelet should be included. It's also odd for Seiko not to update the power reserve on their L movements. We have a situation now where the 6R movements have a higher 70hr power reserve.
Hey Jeff, Hope you're well! Have you considered the SLA065? It's a similar watch, but quite a bit larger than this one. You could also check out the SLA037...but that one is egregiously priced
@@engineer_wannabe I would prefer if the SLA065 had a gray dial and more design language like the 037. I'm okay, though. I have 3 SLA models, the 055, 023, and 051, all on Waffles and Tropics. Best.
Perhaps I missed it in the video, is there any improvement on positive ratchet feel for the bezel action on this SJE or is it like most dampened Seikos? Aside from movement and bracelet advantages the 54 has another strong feature, Tudor's 60 click bezel is class leading imo. Although, I've heard the 54 lume is less than desirable. Aesthetically I lean SJE, missed opportunity for the brand to introduce a proper upgraded bracelet considering its place in the market and introducing the 6L into it.
@@engineer_wannabe much appreciate the response. I've purged much of my collection and without a diver, so the search for a diver is on, wish it were readily available to try which makes your videos all the more valuable.
Thanks for making this great video! Quick question: is the rehaut polished like the SLA017, 037, 043? At some angles in your video it looks polished and sometimes it looks brushed. Thanks!
I want this but not because of the seiko part, but because I’m a fan of the vintage Blancpain divers and this is basically as close as you can get to the vintage bathyscaph
Thank you very much for this first impression. Do you know the reference of the black rubber strap ? Also love to see a comparison with the SLA017 which I previously owned. We need to wait a while for this. Last can’t wait to receive this piece. Yes it is pricy but through to the 62MAS
Hi man, planning to buy an artem strap to wear on a sje101, i think i have a wrist size basically the same as you, what size for the strap did you get?
I kind of like it. I think Seiko's very own lower end 62MAS interpretations don't quite hit the mark. The 6R powered interpretations always seem to have a bezel that always looks fat. This bezel seems to be the perfect size. Misaligned or otherwise. Almost worth trying to sell my SLA021.
Agree! The size (width) of the bezel plays a huge part in the overall look of the face of the watch - myself I much prefer a smaller width bezel insert, regardless of material used. It is one of the reasons I pulled the trigger on this new 62mas vs. the earlier versions. Size is important.
Haha maybe I'll be able to borrow a BB54 in the future....my BB54 review should be coming out over the next week. Maybe that'll help with your decision
Sanjay - since I have you to "blame" (🤣) for me purchasing this watch, can I ask you about that Artem strap? Did you change the 20mm spring bars to 19mm spring bars, and what color stitching did you go with - the white or the gray? Thank you for your time.
Haha Congratulations! I'm really happy for you! Yes indeed, I swapped the springbars for 19mm, 1.8mm diameter springbars from Esslinger 👍 I have both the White and Grey stitched one....I think I like the white stitching better, but it's hard to pick between the two
Greetings Sanjay! - Hope you and the loved ones in your "inner circle" are all doing well. Thought I should reach out to you and see if you have found (or even heard of) - a mesh bracelet that would be worthy of this watch?
SJE093 for me! 😁 I have a small wrist and it wears like a dream! I also don't like the baby blue seconds hand on the SLA043. But the more important question is: What do you like better?
@@engineer_wannabe Agreed. I have also 16.5 cm wrist. So, it is crucial for me to try it first, before I decide. Appreciated all your video and reviews. Keep the good work. Cheers.
It’s not Everbriliant steel, it also has Diashield coating. There is a naming issue in the USA so that can no longer call it Diashield nor can include the tag stating that but the watch does indeed have it. According to the Japanese site, they mention Diashield but not Zaratsu finishing so we can assume it’s not Zaratsu. Either way, congrats. I’m waiting patiently for mine! 😊
Zaratsu polishing is just getting the surfaces flat and shiny on a lapping machine ("Zaratsu" comes from how Japanese watchmakers pronunced the brand name of the Swiss lapping machine "Sallaz"). This watch case has been lapped to get the flat surfaces, like many other brands do.
Nice review, that 62mas Seiko is simply gorgeous- however that strap is horrible (subjective) I'm sure youll find a better one. A tropic strap really does finish off the 62mas- you can get so many aftermarket ones. By the way, how small is your wrist? That watch looks big on you 🤔
Hi Sanjay. Didn't know Artem made a short sailcloth strap -- been looking for one for a while since most sailcloth straps are a bit long for a 6 inch wrist. Is that the white or grey stitching on yours? Thanks and keep up the great content. :)
Beautiful looking watch but Seiko are on a cash grab with this model. The price is crazy expensive for a low ball unregulated movement. Most watches at this price are COSC
Just got my SJE093 in yesterday. Wow, what a stunner. Perfect partner for my Aqua Terra 38 white. Need to figure out how to get the Seiko buckle out and onto my Artem strap like you did.
According to one of the Janpanese descriptions: ケースコーティング:ダイヤシールド which is translated into "Case coating: diamond shield" which seems to suggests that the steel has "Diashield"
The 6L37 is basically same as 6L35 but manufactured with different materials for certain parts to improve durability and with overall more shock resistance. Its similar to how Seiko produces the 8L for their dive watches, certain standards to adhere to their dive watch specifications. I rotate between my SJE083 King Seiko and Pelagos 39 through the week for work and I find my SJE to be more accurate after a week, barely deviates more than +3 seconds after a week while the Pelagos 39 is around +10-15 seconds off so the 6L is definitely not a bad movement compared to the Tudor apart from the power reserve. After all the 6L35 movement was produced to be similar to a ETA2892 which you still find in most luxury brands with rebranded name at the same price point.
You probably are one of the first ones to get SJE093. I'm patiently waiting for mine since my AD said they will only receive by the end of September. Congratulations and a lume shot would have been great. Maybe a youtube short incoming with a lume shot?
Sure, I'll do that right now 😉
Thanks for doing this video! I pre-ordered one and the wait is killing me. I bought the SLA017 in 2017, but with my 5 3/4" wrist, it was still a bit large for me. Was so excited to see the announcement for the SJE093.
I have a small wrist too. And 46mm is my sweet spot. I hope ill get this piece too
Hope you both get your pieces in soon! Can't be long now 👍
I own this watch. I love it. Probably the second favorite Seiko in my collection. The first being the King Seiko SJE089. I just wish that Seiko would have kept the "Water 150 Resist" text on the dial. And made it 39mm. It feels a little small on my wrist.
what wrist size do you have?
@@javiersaturno9689 Im guessing 7 inches
Love it! 🥳 congrats, Sanjay!
Thanks so much, Chaz! ❤️
Great video Sanjay and I like all your divers. If you ever sell one let it be the BB58 bronze 😎. That Seiko dial is simple perfection . Best regards
Thank you, my friend! Yeah the BB58 Bronze is the one that I could part with when I have to 😁
Compare it to SEIKO SPB 453 SIR❤😊
Was pumped to see you review this!
I ama Seiko fan and also own several Tudor. Would take the SJE093 over the BB54 all day.
U nuts lol
Agreed, I get the arguments about movements but the design and looks of this are a total winner for me.
In what way is the Seiko better than the Tudor?
@@Nom_AnorVSJedi objectively, none. Subjectively, some people just like Seiko and this model is more limited than most Tudors.
@@CaptainSnappy Finishing is better on the Seiko. The only downsides IMO are the movement and the lack of bracelet on the Seiko.
Its basically a smaller version of the sla017. I have the sla043, and my wrist is 7.5 , so thats perfect for me. I have 2 lovely tudors , but i still prefer my seiko sla043 over my black bay. These seikos are just incredible watches , but the movement in my tudor is way more accurate. I love my seiko sla043 , its my favorite watch in my collection. Its so robust , and still looks as new as the day i got it. Enjoy it sanjay , because they are special .
I too still prefer my SLA043 over this one. I’m just a sucker for a blue dial. It’s also very well executed.
I’m also a Seikopath. Congratulations!
Thank you, my friend
Seiko need to put a clasp on their rubber SLA straps given the price point, similar to the Oyster flex and omega options
Thanks for the review. I have the SLA017 which I love but its a bit large for my wrist so letting it go for this one. Only wish they would have used everbrillant on this one. People are worried about accuracy but a few seconds a day makes little difference to me personally. The looks are spot on. Can't wait.
Mine is running very accurately!
Hope you get yours soon!
I wore the spb143 as my daily for over a year and I loved most everything about it, except for the movement. I inevitably sold it and now I really wish that I had jumped on the sla017’s when they came out. These 37 mm 62 mas’ look phenomenal, but the 017 is a better size for me, and with prices being what they are now for the 017, I doubt that I ever add one to the collection. I don’t know, there’s just something about those Sunday grey dials on all of the 62mas reissues that just does it for me. IMO they are the greatest looking divers out there, regardless of brand!
First of all, congratulations on the beautiful Seiko.
I've been a bit dissatisfied with Seiko for quite some time now but with this watch I'm giving it another try.
On paper the Tudor BB54 is indeed better, but from the feelings I just like the Seiko better.
So this will be my first Seiko after a long time, I hope that Seiko has done a good job.
Some people are moaning about the bezel insert being a tad smaller than the slot for it. There was this apparent gap at the edges of the insert based on some photos of dummy units used for the press launch. On your videos, I don't see this "gap". I hope you can tell us more about this. Thanks!
Good video as always ❤ Love my spb143 despite having the lumepip. It’s running about +5 sec a week, so very good. But the sje093 looks sooo good and well executed! I really want one now 😊👌
Thanks so much for the kind words! The SPB143 is a fantastic watch!
Thank you for showing us this beautiful watch. Does it use standard spring bars or the Seiko fat bars? Thank you 🙏🏻
This watch is gorgeous. However, for the price point, a steel bracelet should be included. It's also odd for Seiko not to update the power reserve on their L movements. We have a situation now where the 6R movements have a higher 70hr power reserve.
Yes, however the slimmer 6L is a "fair" tradeoff...in my opinion (your opinion may differ). 🙂
@@kentlewis988true
This is one of the most beautiful watches I've ever seen. My wrist is 8 inches, so it's probably too small for me.
Hey Jeff,
Hope you're well!
Have you considered the SLA065? It's a similar watch, but quite a bit larger than this one.
You could also check out the SLA037...but that one is egregiously priced
@@engineer_wannabe I would prefer if the SLA065 had a gray dial and more design language like the 037. I'm okay, though. I have 3 SLA models, the 055, 023, and 051, all on Waffles and Tropics. Best.
I'm sure Seiko will eventually oblige....just a matter of time haha 😁
Glad to hear that you're still enjoying your time away from bracelets!
@@engineer_wannabe Yes, Seiko will always have something to tempt me with, some new SLA model or other.
I preordered this the day came out wish I got mine already lol
Perhaps I missed it in the video, is there any improvement on positive ratchet feel for the bezel action on this SJE or is it like most dampened Seikos? Aside from movement and bracelet advantages the 54 has another strong feature, Tudor's 60 click bezel is class leading imo. Although, I've heard the 54 lume is less than desirable. Aesthetically I lean SJE, missed opportunity for the brand to introduce a proper upgraded bracelet considering its place in the market and introducing the 6L into it.
Great question! It does have a signature, dampened, "Seiko bezel" feeling
@@engineer_wannabe much appreciate the response. I've purged much of my collection and without a diver, so the search for a diver is on, wish it were readily available to try which makes your videos all the more valuable.
Why did you choose this over the 54. I own a 54 right now but this one looks amazing
Congrats bro🎉very nice SEIKO! Hope I could get soon! Love this one ❤
Thanks so much, I hope you get yours soon too!
I love the vintage bathyscaph design
Hi Sanjay. The Artem strap is standard spring bar yes? Looks good on the 093..Planning to order one myself.
Would take this over any black bay 👍
Haha Are you going to get one? I know you said "no" but it has been a couple of weeks since then 😛
@@engineer_wannabe nah - living vicariously through you .
Thanks for making this great video! Quick question: is the rehaut polished like the SLA017, 037, 043? At some angles in your video it looks polished and sometimes it looks brushed. Thanks!
Damn I'm so jealous. I think you're literally like one of the first people to get these. I don't even think they are selling these online
They'll be shipping very soon! Hang in there!
I want this but not because of the seiko part, but because I’m a fan of the vintage Blancpain divers and this is basically as close as you can get to the vintage bathyscaph
I believe there was a limited edition BP Bathyscaphe that had vintage proportions...but I'm not certain 🙂
@@engineer_wannabe there were the jour date 70s that looked good and were limited but they still came in at 43mm
Thank you very much for this first impression. Do you know the reference of the black rubber strap ?
Also love to see a comparison with the SLA017 which I previously owned. We need to wait a while for this.
Last can’t wait to receive this piece. Yes it is pricy but through to the 62MAS
Hi man, planning to buy an artem strap to wear on a sje101, i think i have a wrist size basically the same as you, what size for the strap did you get?
I kind of like it.
I think Seiko's very own lower end 62MAS interpretations don't quite hit the mark.
The 6R powered interpretations always seem to have a bezel that always looks fat.
This bezel seems to be the perfect size.
Misaligned or otherwise.
Almost worth trying to sell my SLA021.
Agree! The size (width) of the bezel plays a huge part in the overall look of the face of the watch - myself I much prefer a smaller width bezel insert, regardless of material used. It is one of the reasons I pulled the trigger on this new 62mas vs. the earlier versions. Size is important.
Still waiting for mine. Where do you live ?
Congrats Sanjay. I'm still contemplating on this one vs the BB54. And I think that's a cool comparison video idea. 😁😁
Haha maybe I'll be able to borrow a BB54 in the future....my BB54 review should be coming out over the next week. Maybe that'll help with your decision
The original tropic strap was signed on the back of the buckle. The ZML01 waffle was unsigned.
Ah that makes sense! Thanks for the info
Thnx for the information 🎉
Thanks for watching!
Sanjay - since I have you to "blame" (🤣) for me purchasing this watch, can I ask you about that Artem strap? Did you change the 20mm spring bars to 19mm spring bars, and what color stitching did you go with - the white or the gray?
Thank you for your time.
Haha Congratulations! I'm really happy for you!
Yes indeed, I swapped the springbars for 19mm, 1.8mm diameter springbars from Esslinger 👍
I have both the White and Grey stitched one....I think I like the white stitching better, but it's hard to pick between the two
Greetings Sanjay! - Hope you and the loved ones in your "inner circle" are all doing well. Thought I should reach out to you and see if you have found (or even heard of) - a mesh bracelet that would be worthy of this watch?
I watch your videos just to remind me how infinitely valuable I am! Haha!
Haha, well, you are and I'm not just saying that!
What do you recommend? SJE 093 vs SLA 043? Prices are more or less same.
SJE093 for me! 😁 I have a small wrist and it wears like a dream! I also don't like the baby blue seconds hand on the SLA043.
But the more important question is: What do you like better?
@@engineer_wannabe Agreed. I have also 16.5 cm wrist. So, it is crucial for me to try it first, before I decide. Appreciated all your video and reviews. Keep the good work. Cheers.
Do you still have it Sanjay?
It’s not Everbriliant steel, it also has Diashield coating. There is a naming issue in the USA so that can no longer call it Diashield nor can include the tag stating that but the watch does indeed have it. According to the Japanese site, they mention Diashield but not Zaratsu finishing so we can assume it’s not Zaratsu. Either way, congrats. I’m waiting patiently for mine! 😊
Zaratsu polishing is just getting the surfaces flat and shiny on a lapping machine ("Zaratsu" comes from how Japanese watchmakers pronunced the brand name of the Swiss lapping machine "Sallaz"). This watch case has been lapped to get the flat surfaces, like many other brands do.
@@willywampa9022Yes indeed, but a flat polished surface doesn’t mean it’s Sallaz though right?
i have 3 Tudor BB and 5 62mas reissue... i will take 62mas over the tudor....
have you ever tried on a sla037 or 43 ? wondering since ive had those to try on before. wondering how it compares to those, thanks !
I briefly had the SLA037. It was alright but unsuitable for my small wrist. This wears much better for me!
@@engineer_wannabe whats your wrist size? im about 6.75"
Is the 6L movement inferior to the 8L found in the SLA017??
The bezel is in ceramic?
Nice review, that 62mas Seiko is simply gorgeous- however that strap is horrible (subjective) I'm sure youll find a better one. A tropic strap really does finish off the 62mas- you can get so many aftermarket ones. By the way, how small is your wrist? That watch looks big on you 🤔
Can you fit a 20mm strap on the SJE093?
It depends on the strap. Generally speaking, it should be fine. But some look worse than others
You must be an insane person who sold a tudor BB54 just to buy a Seiko! just kidding, I own SLA043 the briliant steel Seiko and I love it!
What about the bezel - ceramic or not?
Not
Hi Sanjay. Didn't know Artem made a short sailcloth strap -- been looking for one for a while since most sailcloth straps are a bit long for a 6 inch wrist. Is that the white or grey stitching on yours?
Thanks and keep up the great content. :)
Hey there,
Yeah the straps are very comfortable once broken in 🙂
The one here has white stitching, but they have a grey option
SLA055 or SJE093?
Is there an Ultra Deep in your future?
I love the Ultra Deep but I don't think I could pull it off...haha 😅
Dear Engineer Wannabe
SLA037 or MM300 Lume VS SBEN003 Lume, Whos Lume longer and lighter ?
Thank You so much😊
I wish I could answer this for you...anecdotally, the Lume on the SBEN003 is equal to the SLA models
@@engineer_wannabe that great!!
Thank You so much☺
Does it have grand seiko level finishing?
Yeah, I'd say so 🙂
No lume shot????
I don’t understand how they can sign off on no Seiko on the buckle. Who cares if the original did or didn’t!
cool info on that 3 o clock pip!
Yeah, I was so surprised to see it!
I found there are 2 versions of the SPB143 dial, the first one without the lume pip at 3.
Thanks for the video. It is a beautiful piece!
I dont understand why Seiko and other brands comply to the standards - If its breaka the design of the watch. Surely the latter is more important
I agree...Seiko should focus on the design but I believe that there are legal implications when they use the word "Divers" on the dial.
you can’t really compare bronze to steel.
Beautiful looking watch but Seiko are on a cash grab with this model. The price is crazy expensive for a low ball unregulated movement. Most watches at this price are COSC
I understand where you're coming from but the movement is better than you think 🙂
So many flllers, im having a hard time understanding
Beautiful watch. Absolute shit movement. Laughably overpriced. Don’t be a sucker.
Okok... Now I have to check it in person 🫣
You really should! Looking forward to hearing what you think!
@@engineer_wannabe Unfortunately all spoken for before they arrive the store 😮💨