One of the Most Underrated Luxury Dive Watches on the Market - Glashütte Original SeaQ 39.5mm
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Of the many watch brands calling Glashütte, Germany home, Glashütte Original is in my opinion a bit underrated considering the incredible work the brand does in terms of case and dial finishing as well as producing a collection of beautiful in-house calibers. GO's diver watch, the SeaQ, is a luxurious take on a watch built by the brand's predecessor in the 1960s. In this video, we'll share some of the history of Glashütte Original while also taking an in-depth look at the SeaQ in a striking 39.5mm blue variant.
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It's not underrated by those that look beyond Rolex.
oddly, the closed caseback is appropriate for a "dive" watch and historically accurate to the vintage original. Also, the back finish is sublime. I do miss seeing the movement, but agree with GO's decision. Furthermore, if the exhibition back increases the thickness, this would also remove the proportions that make this watch special. I bought one and the 'feel' is special...
Sir, you nailed it. I've been sitting here for nearly an hour, pondering and wondering why so many closed-back opponents don't get that.
I appreciate the closed caseback and the deep engraving on it. I like it better on a tool ( although luxury ) watch such as this. This is a watch for enthusiasts as Teddy mentioned.
@@johng5219 and also, they did not cut a single corner. Every watch I see in this category either has terrible lume, a non-micro adjusting clasp, or something else that just makes the product seem less special. The SeaQ gets the most wrist-time in my collection!
I have both the 39.5mm and the 43.2mm panorama date in black on the green cloth strap, Both are great watches. The bigger one is good for the office with great wrist presence. The movement is beautiful and it has a 100 hour power reserve if that's important to you. The smaller version is great for weekends with the retro look. It's not a Rolex- its something much better- you can't compare the finishing and the movement. It compares to the Blancpain 50 Fathoms. You can buy these for at least 30% off. BTW, most watches can be had for 20-30% off at ADs except the sport watches of Rolex, AP, Vacheron, and Patek, Total bargains but not for everyone. Why every Rolex fanboy has to justify their submariner I'll never know.
Do you have withe the strap or bracelet?
you're so right! Glashutte Original is beyond underrated! Loved this!
I absolutely love this watch! I love that it’s a lesser known, but high quality piece!
Totally agree with that shade of blue, it is mesmerizing. And hiding that beautiful movement; must be one of those "we did this just for the watchmakers" things, perhaps?
Your positioning of this GO diver, you’re spot on.
Hi Teddy. Great content as always, detailed review, informative comments. I am lucky to own its bigger brother for over one year now, cherish it every day. The bracelet, as you mentioned, is amazingly overengineered and a little known (or little mentioned) functionality is that the 7mm adjustment can be deployed one-handedly (increase AND decrease lenght) with the watch on the wrist. Cheers!!
I totally agree about the case back. A display caseback would elevate this piece to the level of its big brother and might just be the reason to choose it over a submariner.
Bought one of these from your store yesterday! AJ is great.
All class here Teddy! Keep 'em coming....
Beautiful watch. Thanks for the brand background.
Nice review and GO is definitely beautiful, thanks, Teddy.
I own one and I have a few Rolex pieces too. The quality of this piece is at another level but brand recognition is at the bottom. It is the kind of watch you have to see it in person to appreciate it. I feel that it is worth every penny.
Yep, the SeaQ (like the Blancpain Fifty-Fathoms) is a cut above Rolex and Omega.
Of course !! Rolex makes 1 mio watches 100% machines used for them vs GO ...... a real watchmaker.
I give u a small story. When Omega had problems with the Co axial swatch group used GO watchmakers to solve the problem.
Booom !
Yeah, but the fifty fathoms is too big. This is a lot more suitable
I own this awesome watch. Black with a gray textile strap. Got a black rubber strap from B2 straps of Switzerland, which is the other OEM strap for the SeaQ. The watch has an amazing retro look but most importantly this is one of the most accurate mechanical watches I have ever seen. No exaggeration! The watch runs fast by 2 seconds per month!!! This borders a high end quartz movement performance. Mind blowing. And considering it can be found pre owned for around $6000 ot even less, tris is one of the best bargains in luxury diver watch niche. A watch for real enthusiasts.
I'd tweak a few things about it, but it's such a stunning looking and impecably built piece that even someone as perfectionist as i am can only wish he'll once get to own! Unless something more appealing comes out by the time i can afford it 🙂
It ticks soooo many boxes in my book, and the 4-5 things i'd change are so insignificant compared to the general value of the watch that i wouldnt think twice to buy it if i had 10k usd to throw on it right now! My biggest complaint would probably be not having at least a 80h power reserve with a gauge on the dial, and that kinda says it all about how much i love this watch!
Thank you for a nice, detailed video about it, Teddy! I had noticed this piece a few weeks ago and im so happy to see it caught your attention as well!
Cheers!
With the exception of the date placement (I wish it were more outward like the vintage piece it portrays) this might be one of the best looking dive watches to my eyes. I love the classic 4 and 5 digit subs, but I'd take this over any 6 digit reference any day. Beautiful diver and great video.
Finally saw this one in person today, alongside offerings from nearly every major brand + Rolex etc - absolutely stunning. By far one of the most attractive watches in the store, and is now on my personal list
The more people ignore this brand, the more I like it. I am tempted to sell my Sub, buy this watch and pocket some cash. I really like the simple design. The two tone is beautiful. Keep up the good work.
Teddy,
As always, fantastic video. I most appreciated the back history you highlighted here which to this consumer is what makes G.O. worthy of my attention. It's the stories we watchheads tell when someone notices our wrist that makes this hobby so enjoyable. As you've said countless times, "watches are conversation pieces." I'd wear this brand like a boss. Lastly, I couldn't agree more. It's the under the radar brands with either rich or new histories that keeps me searching and coming back for more tick tock. Thank you for the great horological content. Monty
Beautiful watch! Great video. You should do a watchbox/storage video next!
absolutely amazing! Love the green one
Purchased a 39.5mm in Blue with a fully brushed bracelet from the AD. Choice was between the Explorer 1 new or the GO. The GO is visually more interesting, finished to a much higher standard, and has a vibrant dark blue dial with personality that dances in different lighting. On a time graph is meets or exceeds the accuracy of my GMT Master 2 in all six positions - yes, better than +/- 2 seconds/day. Best of all, I can wear it anywhere on a rubber or leather strap because it does not attract attention until someone gets up close - then, it is a dazzler. I do believe that this watch will be much more popular in the next few years as GO picks up their marketing and probably releases a version with a black dial with white markers and a white dial with black markers.
A great review Teddy. I love this watch but as you state the price is for the enthusiast and I'm OK with that. I assume production volumes are low compared to some perceived luxury brands so that would explain the higher price point to a degree. The lack of a display case back while being a nice addition for me is certainly not a deal breaker if I was in the market. I have a few watches with display case backs and I'll look at the movement when I put the watch on and often not look at it again until I take it off. That bracelet is a brilliant addition to the watch, the on the fly micro adjustment is fantastic.
Not ‘ underrated’ at all just understated and high horology. Im so glad this piece remains under the radar!
Love it. Just wish it had the display case back like the panoramic date version.
love the brand.. have a dozen vintage pieces and 1 a spezichron diver blue bezel and i love each and everyone..
So beautiful watch ! Thanks for the video ! :)
Great video once again Teddy. You’ve basically reviewed my top two favorites this week (aqua terra and the SeaQ). I know you already made a video of the Zenith Defy Classic, but how about reviewing the skeleton version? Preferably the ceramic one haha.
Take care
Superb watch! Great presentation!
Though the 39mm would fit me better, I purchased the 43mm SeaQ mostly because I wanted to see the movement- especially at this price point. In addition, I like the panorama date. I’m very pleased with it!
It also has 100 hour Power reserve!!!
@@shuabshungne8043: Also the bracelet adjust is outstanding. I have Rolex with 5mm adjust, why even bother?
My choice is the 39.5 blue dial panorama date as well.
I recently traded up for the reed green model and it is an astonishingly beautiful watch. Your review was right on point and I can't think of a better dive watch for the price point. Furthermore the fact that it's not a Rolex means that authorized dealers are more willing to work with clients on a purchase price. So I think it's a win-win. And yes, too bad they didn't show the movement. I'm really not certain why they did that.
Stunning watch
These videos are of insanely high quality. They are like luxory watches themselves.
Your spelling is quite luxurious
@@Mile-long-list English isn't my native language.
Lovely time piece. Thanks for the review
It is outside of my price range, but, I might get one anyway new or from the secondary market. Nice video Teddy.
As always; you nailed it! Great review. I would only add this watch boast ISO Certification too; it’s a true divers watch meant for the Open Sea. I agree, finishing not quite on par with Blancpain FF, or Lange, but certainly far above Omega, Breitling, and Rolex. Grand Seiko and JLC might be the only legit competitors here. However, GOs design queues and finish really showcase how much they’re coming into their own. It looks nothing at all like a homage; they’re definitely diving into their own swim lane; pun intended.
GO's finishing is better than the BP fifty fathoms IMO. Movement finishing is also better than JLC.
JLC has the better case finishing.
BP Fifty fathoms has the better movement.
Definitely a much better watch than the cache brand(Rolex) that is not even available when you want it! As you said, it’s a watch for the enthusiast and I will say the connoisseur, being a tall and big guy I will go for the Sea Q Panorama Date because I’m a fan of the big date and I want to see the movement! Nice video, keep the good work my friend!
Thanks for a Glashütte Original review! The blue dial Pano Senator Moon Phase is a watch I’d love to own one day. Nice to see another option from G O. But the closed case back is a big disappointment.
I was talking to my local AD and he said something very similar: He KNOWS brands like Glashutte Original and even Grand Seiko are well worth the price. But his problem is convincing wives and grandparents who come into his store looking for a Rolex as a gift that these are just as good (or better, in many ways). So you hit the nail on the head saying it's definitely an "Enthusiast's Brand". Personally I'd go for the larger 43mm size, but both sizes are gorgeous. Thanks, Teddy.
Good take and true. This is a wonderful watch it’s in a competitive range for price and when people save up many want status. This watch doesn’t have that as much as others but it is still phenomenal. If this was able to get closer to Seamaster pricing it would be considered much more.
Totally agree. It leaves the GOs and Grand Seiko's affordable so I'm okay with that. When I see a Rolex on a wrist I'm thinking it's a fake or they don't necessarily even like watches. When you see a GO or Grand Seiko, you know they love watches.
I love the two tone Panorama Date!
Agreed. It's amazing looking. I settled for the black dial Panorama because of the price difference and I don't know if I could pull off wearing such a beautiful watch. The grey dial is really nice with the gold accents.
Should or must have the exhibition case back. Missing out big time closing up such a beautifully decorated movement.
I feel like there should be a law that states all mechanical watches should have an exhibition case back. So sad when they cover it up
they lost so much business for not showing the movement. I'd own one now if it was exhibition like the big brother
Exhibition case back is NOT worth it, as it usually makes the case thicker. That’s what happened with the new Black Bay 58. Solid case backs are good enough for Rolex, they should be good enough for GO
Off to see the green version tomorrow and if it looks as good as the blue, I will buy it. Have a Rolex, so this is a great addition to the collection. Love GO!
It is a shame. Sapphire doesnt really add much thickness at all. The reason a closed caseback is fine for Rolex is because their movements are nowhere near as beautiful as this. This is high horology. Totally different concept.
I really didn't like this watch when I first saw it but the more I see it, the more it grows on me big time
There are a lot of things I like with this one, the dial particularly! I do however which the integration of the bracelet looked a bit more "thoughtful"
On my wishlist 👊
GO has some of the best dials in the business. The movements are pretty great, too.
I think I dig this more than a Sub for example...plus you can actually go into a Glashütte boutique and walk out with this beauty immediately
It’s certainly a stunning watch, but for the money they ask I think they have to increase the power reserve up to 60 hrs at least. Also opening the case back would add sweetness to the deal.
Thank god at least one watch maker uses numbers for it's sub watches, I love it and can even put up with the Date @ 3 with that dial, would I buy one, yes but a bit out of my price range
Beautiful watch still on my wish list someday :) "it will come"
Been on a waitlist for a BB58 for a while now. If I had the money, i'd get this watch.
I prefer the size of this one, but the case back and date from it's bigger brother.
I own a senator chronometer, it's one of the best experience when adjusting time
I think I like the one with the black leather band better….. what does than run again cost wise I missed it? Great video as well and well done as always.
Love these. To me, they are so, so much more classy than Rolex, Omega and Tudor. Going to try on this and the Panorama Date this weekend and pull the trigger on whichever I like better. I've been pining for months. I actually don't like that the center portion of the bracelet is polished; for that reason, I'll be getting either a cloth or rubber strap.
Agreed. Get the cloth or rubber strap. Great watch. You can get one from a dealer for under $9K
Hi Teddy! my favorite RUclipsr💃
Display case back + Fully brushed bracelet + Black/Charcoal dial with the white gold applied indices of the blue model.
Then it would be perfect for me. Currently discounts run at 15-20% off RRP.
My kind of dial. There's a lot of open blue with nowhere to hide.
That dial, numerals, perfect size diver for my 6.3 inches wrist... This watch has to be mine some day! 😄
Perfect for your wrist size.
I'm probably 6.1" and fits amazing
SeaQ Panorama Datum for just a little more but more inclined to get a Seventies flyback Chrono with cushion case and a sunburst blue dial. GO is pricey and soft so better get it on the grey market or second hand. Funny that I was more intrigued by the clean design of the Mühle.
I’ve tried this in person and it is a beautiful watch. For me, there are only two negatives, the 40-hr power reserve and the the polished center links, which could show scratches easily. The rest of the watch is perfect.
Also, the bracelet doesn’t taper. Which for me is a big negative.
@@horstpruffa what does "taper" mean?
One of The best diver around The seven seas!
Love everything about this, even the brushed end links. I don't understand the need so many men feel to dress up like a fictional British superspy from the '60s.
I assume you’re referring to the Seamaster Diver 300. I couldn’t care less about the Bond connection. I just think it’s a great watch and an amazing value for the price. I’m sure most owners feel the same.
Teddy, does the 43 have the same dial color and pop as the 39.5? I realize it’s thicker and has the date added but wanted to make sure it has the vivid blue if the 39.5.
I love this watch. But I think I would probably lean towards the Nomos Ahoi Ref 561 instead. A bit different for sure since the GO is a true dive watch and the Nomos lacks a timing bezel, but I think the price increase for this compared with the Nomos would be hard for me to stomach for a watch with similar applications. If the Glashutte had a sapphire caseback however...
After being a Rolex Submariner owner for decades, I bought a Sea-Q , 43mm, a couple of years ago. I ended up selling it after about 6 months. I couldn't get used to the dial . It's almost hard to put my finger on , but there just seemed to be something unbalanced about the dial every time I looked at it . No question that it's an extremely well made watch . Just found that it wasn't for me . Great video tho . Nice to see Glashutte getting some love .
Sometimes it's all about feeling and it doesn't always end up in a good way
Those Arabic Numerals are bothering me, they are too big and there are too many of them.
The big date window is polarizing: Either you love it, or you hate it. I'm in the former camp, but I can understand how annoying it is to other people.
Very German of G.O. to put practical utility above symmetry and popular aesthetics. It's even more of an enthusiast's watch than the 39.5 version.
Great vid of their factory.
I am curious as to why you did not address the significant distortion of the numbers as seen through the crystal.
I love it, blue and green itirations. Unfortunately the black dial is not as nice as the 58 black dial. The blue dial however is much nicer than the blue 58. Bracelet is in a totally different league mind. Does double the price equate to double the pleasure?
Expensive if you want the black dial. Blue justifies price better. Green vs hulk, no brainer considering hulks price.....Only my humble opinion guys.
Great review Teddy as we've come to expect
I know the Black Bay 58 gets mentioned all the time by just about every RUclipsr, but I didn’t like it as much as I liked the Pelagos. I liked the Pelagos enough to go ahead and buy it. It’s as comfortable as either of my Rolexes and is lighter, because of the titanium. It’s become my go to watch, over the dozen other divers in my collection.
Gorgeous watch!
I love everything about it except the font on the bezel. And the price.
This is a really interesting brand, very underrated in my opinion. I'd really like to add one of their pieces to my collection in the future.
I love this dial
I saw the glashutte showroom once when I had a layover in an airport in Germany (can't recollect which one). Knew their name before, but just loved the watches they had on display there!
Could it have been Zurich? Not in Germany of course but I believe they have a boutique there
The prices of Glashütte Original make me smile. As Teddy says, it was a nationalized concern known as GUB Glashütte (Generell Uhren Betrieb Glashütte?) during the days of Communist East Germany. I believe the dial of the SeaQ is very closely based on a dive watch they made around 1970... Neither their price or performance set too many pulses racing back then. But Capitalism has cured them!😁
@@jancovanderwesthuizen8070 Could be. Was a layover, so I don't recall exactly which airport it was. Germany came to mind, since well.. glashutte
Nice watch. GO is underrated and a great brand. Other divers with fantastic finished movements come from Blancpain.
I love GO! I agree that this should have a sapphire caseback, as should any watch with a beautiful movement. As others have noted, Rolex movements are not worth looking at, so they thankfully hide them. The sapphire caseback Tudors are rightfully mocked, as the Kenissi movements are less attractive even than Rolex movements.
Great watch. A little pricey for me at the moment. Good vid. Keep at it!
Where can I buy the 39mm diver in this video¿
Nice review Teddy. Beautiful watch but a little out of my price range.
I'm with you. I would prefer a lesser known brand than one of the big names.
My lovely and desired wrist watch!
Wow what a dial!
I would pic this over rolex anyday
teddy do you review
west end watch ?
Very nice watch. But it looks like Glashütte took the hands and indices from the 43.2mm version (I'm not sure)... so the proportions don't seem quite right to me...
I really like this watch and it was a consideration until I was able to pick up my Blancpain OC3. If I wasn't lucky enough to pick that up I think I would have bought a seaq.
Gorgeous watch.
Its really stunning
Do they use this movement for other dress/sport models?!
I was waiting for the price, because that watch is beautiful. 😅 $10,000 yikes. Can't afford that. Sorry I'm poor.
Can easily get with a discount.
@@taonguyen5174 Yeah? A $9,000 discount? Cuz that's all I could afford.
I go with the two tone big brother!
What is the accuracy guarantee?
Nice piece.
I have no idea why I should be interested in watching this video so props on the thumbnail I guess
Glashütte Original SeaQ Panorama Date is certainly a grail watch of mine.
The grey and yellow gold is gorgeus.
I am waiting for GO to put an exibishion case back and then the watch will worth to buy...
Does it come in green?
Good presentation
what kind of glasses are those