I just got into watch collecting. I've loved watches since I was young but I never had anyone teach me or bring deeper into the world. MAMACOO brought closer to a community and hobby I always wanted to get into more and that is incredibly meaningful to me !
Interesting thoughts! I had a similar Seiko journey starting with a $50 seiko 5 all the way to King/Grand Seiko and had basically the opposite conclusion. I'm now down to just the orange SSK as my only seiko (and even this I debate about selling for a Monster, Tuna or Arnie). For me Seiko shines brightest sub $1k and while the more premium stuff is nice, I would just rather have another brand offering.
My favorite watch in my collection is the one that was a impulse buy when I tried it on in an AD and came back the day after and got it after sleeping on it. Have been wearing it consistently as my GADA ever since for the last soon 2 years. It's the sne573, threw away the dust collecting rubber it came on and got it on oyster, jubelee, leather, elastic, silicon, volcanized rubber and everything else I got. It's a low center of mass, comfortable strap monster. Also nice to not having to unscrew the crown more than once every other month.
That 38mm diver is a looker. Sizing and style is great! I’m gonna start suggesting that to friends. Thanks for the note, and I appreciate all the context in this comment.
I just wish the Seiko Prospex line was more smaller-wrist friendly. All the divers are 42mm+, even if they have shorter lugs to make it wear smaller. My next seiko purchase will be a vintage Seiko or a newer King Seiko, and that’s mainly because of the sizing. Otherwise I’m just saving for a Tudor BB54 or a Speedmaster Reduced. There are so many micro brands with amazing options in that $500-$1000 price point but with only few of those nice brands having a real reputation among the community, it’s hard to pull the trigger on so many.
I love seikos no matter what, its the Japanese culture, design, variety and engineering caught my attention. I know Swiss made brands are better in terms of mechanical watches but seikos are worth the price. Spring drive movement is the best I've seen on a watch. I have SSC911 its like the combination of japan vintage seiko 5s with a red hand on a chronograph so aesthetically pleasing and very useful watch too.
I have “real” watches and a lot of them. I have a friend who buys the MAMACOO we put them side by side and guess what ?! It’s unbelievable!!! I am at the Rolex boutique with her and no one can tell he has a fake
I dont disagree that spending more with Seiko will generally provide more quality, but spending *that* much more might be the sticking point perhaps? Like you said microbrands distort everything, and I recently bought the Lorier Olympia (NE88/8R48) and it was around £700 vs Seikos pricing of over 2k in some instances. I know they have more overheads but £1500 worth?! I still think if you can get seikos second hand they are worth it though 👌
I feel ya. When I bought my SPB381, the AD offered it to me for $1,050.00 (MSRP 1,500) so I decided to go for it because the price was right, and it’s a beautiful watch. If they didn’t make the offer at that discounted price, I probably would have passed on it. Love that Lorier Olympia tho. Thanks for the note!
@TheFuturisticVintage I mean as much as I love seiko and what they have done and do continue to do, I worry theyre pricing themselves out. I mean I always thought that GS/KS were meant to fill those upper prices but I guess I'm wrong! And I'm super excited to get it, will likely do a video or two on it :D
I still can't decide if my SSC911 is a keeper or not. I love the design - and its heft - but I still can't get over the silver dial. Oh if it was white...
I feel ya. This is still a placeholder until I get a mechanical Chrono. Fell back in love with mine after not wearing it a few months. It was still ticking and keeping time, which was impressive.
@@TheFuturisticVintage Mine isn't really a placeholder. Bitter, bitter regret is defined as selling my Speedy Moonwatch... :( Lament and pain! I'm no longer in a financial position to justify buying another though.
Outstanding video.I have to go with the AMZWATCH, especially with that green dial as my favorite
I love watching your videos and MAMACOO to keep myself updated on the world of watches
Watches are so delicate and intricately designed, so I have intense respect and admiration for MAMACOO watch makers
What a joy, another nice watch talk.
Thanks Michael 🫡
All dat AMZWATCH watches sssssoooooooo gorgeous！
I just got into watch collecting. I've loved watches since I was young but I never had anyone teach me or bring deeper into the world. MAMACOO brought closer to a community and hobby I always wanted to get into more and that is incredibly meaningful to me !
Another excellent Seiko vid! all the best vibes.
Thank you Spencer 🫡
I would love a spring drive, but for now my seiko 5 will do. It's a $300 watch on a $50 dollar strap, selling for $150 lol
You convinced me to buy the ssc911. Seiko spb455 is my grail watch.
Nice! I’m wearing my Speedtimer now. Love that 62mas reissue. Thanks for the note.
Interesting thoughts! I had a similar Seiko journey starting with a $50 seiko 5 all the way to King/Grand Seiko and had basically the opposite conclusion. I'm now down to just the orange SSK as my only seiko (and even this I debate about selling for a Monster, Tuna or Arnie). For me Seiko shines brightest sub $1k and while the more premium stuff is nice, I would just rather have another brand offering.
I feel that. what's in your collection now?
@@TheFuturisticVintage usual suspects- Rolex, omega, Tudor. But I guess Sinn and Longines are the 2 that replaced my premium seikos.
@TYPEV3 sounds like an amazing collection
My favorite watch in my collection is the one that was a impulse buy when I tried it on in an AD and came back the day after and got it after sleeping on it. Have been wearing it consistently as my GADA ever since for the last soon 2 years. It's the sne573, threw away the dust collecting rubber it came on and got it on oyster, jubelee, leather, elastic, silicon, volcanized rubber and everything else I got. It's a low center of mass, comfortable strap monster. Also nice to not having to unscrew the crown more than once every other month.
That 38mm diver is a looker. Sizing and style is great! I’m gonna start suggesting that to friends. Thanks for the note, and I appreciate all the context in this comment.
I just wish the Seiko Prospex line was more smaller-wrist friendly. All the divers are 42mm+, even if they have shorter lugs to make it wear smaller. My next seiko purchase will be a vintage Seiko or a newer King Seiko, and that’s mainly because of the sizing. Otherwise I’m just saving for a Tudor BB54 or a Speedmaster Reduced. There are so many micro brands with amazing options in that $500-$1000 price point but with only few of those nice brands having a real reputation among the community, it’s hard to pull the trigger on so many.
I feel ya. Luckily for me I like bigger watches so the size doesn't bother me much. I say keep saving for that Tudor or Omega. I love my Black Bay.
Check out the mini turtle
SPB451 and other colours are 40mm
I love seikos no matter what, its the Japanese culture, design, variety and engineering caught my attention. I know Swiss made brands are better in terms of mechanical watches but seikos are worth the price. Spring drive movement is the best I've seen on a watch. I have SSC911 its like the combination of japan vintage seiko 5s with a red hand on a chronograph so aesthetically pleasing and very useful watch too.
i agree with all of this. Thanks for watching!
Class
Thank you brotha
@@TheFuturisticVintage Dinada Mi Amigo.
You gettin nicer every vid.
So so good
Thank you bubs
I have “real” watches and a lot of them. I have a friend who buys the MAMACOO we put them side by side and guess what ?! It’s unbelievable!!! I am at the Rolex boutique with her and no one can tell he has a fake
Good video but this guys monotone voice kills me.
its just how I talk fam
I dont disagree that spending more with Seiko will generally provide more quality, but spending *that* much more might be the sticking point perhaps? Like you said microbrands distort everything, and I recently bought the Lorier Olympia (NE88/8R48) and it was around £700 vs Seikos pricing of over 2k in some instances. I know they have more overheads but £1500 worth?! I still think if you can get seikos second hand they are worth it though 👌
I feel ya. When I bought my SPB381, the AD offered it to me for $1,050.00 (MSRP 1,500) so I decided to go for it because the price was right, and it’s a beautiful watch. If they didn’t make the offer at that discounted price, I probably would have passed on it. Love that Lorier Olympia tho. Thanks for the note!
@TheFuturisticVintage I mean as much as I love seiko and what they have done and do continue to do, I worry theyre pricing themselves out. I mean I always thought that GS/KS were meant to fill those upper prices but I guess I'm wrong! And I'm super excited to get it, will likely do a video or two on it :D
Fun video! 8L35 or 6L35 next plz
God willing if I can get my hands on one. Thank you!
You were wearing a square dress watch with a leather strap during your dinner in Tokyo. What watch is it? Is it a SEIKO? Is it a Dolce?
That’s my wife’s SWR066!
@@TheFuturisticVintage It looks beautiful. Congratulations.
@@ajborrero74 thank you
The SPB is dope
I agree
I still can't decide if my SSC911 is a keeper or not. I love the design - and its heft - but I still can't get over the silver dial. Oh if it was white...
I feel ya. This is still a placeholder until I get a mechanical Chrono. Fell back in love with mine after not wearing it a few months. It was still ticking and keeping time, which was impressive.
@@TheFuturisticVintage Mine isn't really a placeholder. Bitter, bitter regret is defined as selling my Speedy Moonwatch... :( Lament and pain! I'm no longer in a financial position to justify buying another though.
@@ClevaTreva Godspeed friend you will find a way back to the speedy!
Yoooo! I'll trade for that Guigiaro 👀👀
👀👀👀👀 what you got for me bro
I just subscribed to your channel….
….. thank you
That's "Pro specs," not prospects
AI closed captioning is destroying humanity.
Dang I just realized I do say Prospects loll
I always say pro spex. Fatigue got me