I've been feeling the same way about Seiko ever since they hiked their prices without offering Sapphires and fixing their QC issues. This one looks awesome! Def on my radar! Thanks Rob.
I've had the white version, sne545p1, for a year and I love it so much. Lightweight, comfortable strap, and just a very cool unique look. Also the lume is the best - I was still able to read the time after 9 hours without light. Solar quartz is fantastic too... just a great value.
Have had this watch on my 'watch list' and after watching your review, have just bought one. Really appreciate the effort of your review. Thankyou. SR downunder.
I feel the same about watch band lengths. I hate a tight band, or even worse, a band that won’t reach! And even if they “fit” the little tail left on the band will barely reach the keeper, popping out from time to time. Very aggravating when they don’t fit right. I will thank you every time you give me the length of the band!!! Great video as always Rob!!! See you in the next one!
I like everything I see! Even the date window at 4pm is acceptable as it aligns with the crown. Also, I’m not a mechanical snob. I welcome solar quartz with open arms.
I was trying to get one of these but I found a deal for $305 US on a green Safarnie instead. The prices on these never really did come down....shame really but I'm very happy with the Arnie.
I totally agree with you on Seiko metal keepers. Scratch up bad and always seem to slip up leaving the tail of the strap flapping in the wind!.... so annoying.
I've seen the white on in person and that ones pretty cool too. Not sure if I want a watch that loud though. Reaaly thinking about getting this and a safArnie though. This in green and a tan SafArnie? Hmm. I like the SafArnie in green too though.....Ack like anything i'll probably go for the best deal I can get.
Love that strap, love the watch too except I already have a Monster and an SKX (plus way too many more divers), so perhaps enough is enough... Ha who am I kidding? Been serious for a mo it’s a little big and thick but none the less really nice. 😉
Great review, I was wondering if you have removed the shroud? I've seen videos with other models deshrouded and it looks great to me and smaller 40mm. I love these bezel with layers but not sure if without the shroud the case is all orange/red.
Damn I like this one. Might have to grab one soon. Always wondered about seiko watches with shrouds: can the shroud be removed, or is it an actual part of the case? Does it look like a normal watch underneath?
allthough the size is much bigger than the skx it looks like optically it wears smaller.. maybe due to the dial size.. is the dial size smaller than on the skx if the tuna has 40mm bezeldiameter and the skx around 41 to 42mm bezeldiameter?
I see this as an unfortunate release. The Tuna, along with the Alpinist, have represented uncompromising tool watches in Seiko's line-up. The fact that this "Tuna" is not even ISO certifiable, using a bezel without painted markings, does a disservice to the brand, and the heritage of the Tuna line.
Silly comment. It has plenty of lume, it has 200m water resist, and the "big Tuna" watches haven't gone anywhere. And if you're going diving, I'm sure you own a dive watch or 10. And Seiko has plenty in its stable if you don't. This is cool, functional, crazy legible, comfy...and in 6 months will be less than $300 street price. It's a smart release.
@@RebelRobot01 no. ISO certification for dive watches involves a whole bunch of stuff beyond the water resistance. Shock resistance, temperature changes, they test the strength of the spring bars, all sorts of stuff. But basically it doesn't even have to be 200m to be ISO certified. It can be 100m. Seiko have had dive computers marked "Marinemaster" that only have 100m ratings. The point is it really doesn't matter, which is why I always sigh when people talk about this. As if a watch is somehow "lesser" If it doesn't have that rating. When we know that 99.9% of Seiko watch enthusiasts do little more than where their ISO 6425 diver in the shower or the pool. Both of which this watch can handle easily.
A new tuna that looks great. Seiko, please offer these with an optional sapphire crystal and then add a S to the end of the model number. It's worth an additional $50
@@23727bgk Sapphire doesn’t scratch as easily for sure. But unless it has really good AR, they are so reflective and would probably be a bit more expensive again? I think Seiko put some AR on their Hardlex, which I find has less glare with good legibility. Just my 2 cents.😃
great video! Any chance you will ever review citizen watches? Their eco drive is a great tech and their watches bang way above the price point. From their chronograph quartz pieces to the promaster diver to their dress watches, they compete with seiko every step of the way. I have been a fan of this page for years and noticed you clearly stay away from citizen.. any reason?
Wat zijn er veel prachtige horloges. Maar.... ze hebben allemaal zo'n verrekte datum, die de wijzerplaat verpest. Waarom altijd zo'n prutsig vierkant gaatje. No date!
Owned this exact model for a year now. Conclusion...for the money they cost, they're rubbish. Get a Casio instead. Edit: or rather get 5 Casios for that money.
@@kini5000 The second hand jumps about 10 seconds in hack mode, but not every time which suggest a gear mesh problem. The bezel is out of alignment and the second hand/chapter ring is out of alignment. Time keeping is 10 sec/mth which is about double the quartz average of 5 secs in my experience. Unfortunately I own 2 other Seikos with the same solar movement and they have problems as well so it isnt a one off, again in my experience. Thanks for asking.
I've been feeling the same way about Seiko ever since they hiked their prices without offering Sapphires and fixing their QC issues. This one looks awesome! Def on my radar! Thanks Rob.
I've had the white version, sne545p1, for a year and I love it so much. Lightweight, comfortable strap, and just a very cool unique look. Also the lume is the best - I was still able to read the time after 9 hours without light. Solar quartz is fantastic too... just a great value.
Love that red/orange second hand, and the excellent location of the date window. The overall size is great.
Have had this watch on my 'watch list' and after watching your review, have just bought one. Really appreciate the effort of your review. Thankyou. SR downunder.
Not my style, but damn that watch is fire! Looks great on wrist too. Solar is def the way to go in the quartz arena.
I was going to buy the the new Arnie but after this review I’m going with the tuna. It’s definitely a banger.great review 👍🏻
I dig this one. Can't wait to spin the wheel.
handsome looking watch. huge fan of the tuna case from seiko
I feel the same about watch band lengths. I hate a tight band, or even worse, a band that won’t reach! And even if they “fit” the little tail left on the band will barely reach the keeper, popping out from time to time. Very aggravating when they don’t fit right. I will thank you every time you give me the length of the band!!! Great video as always Rob!!! See you in the next one!
I've just picked up the green urban and its so comfy, such a nice watch on wrist!
Great looking seiko. Awesome review again Rob, seiko needs to bring back the orange dial monster.
I like everything I see! Even the date window at 4pm is acceptable as it aligns with the crown. Also, I’m not a mechanical snob. I welcome solar quartz with open arms.
Looks like a great one - need to track one of these down!
Had this watch & loved it myself
I have the sne499 and it’s a fantastic watch - light and comfortable on the wrist - put it on an elastic ericas original band.
Great review, nice watch!
Like that one. And agree on the keepers.
I was trying to get one of these but I found a deal for $305 US on a green Safarnie instead. The prices on these never really did come down....shame really but I'm very happy with the Arnie.
Congratulations on your latest acquisition! My favorite Seiko is my modded SKX007 by Jeff 😎. Best $1,300 ever spent!
I like silicon keeper❤
Great looking watch wish it was automatic but solar isnt too bad!!
I totally agree with you on Seiko metal keepers. Scratch up bad and always seem to slip up leaving the tail of the strap flapping in the wind!.... so annoying.
I've seen the white on in person and that ones pretty cool too. Not sure if I want a watch that loud though. Reaaly thinking about getting this and a safArnie though. This in green and a tan SafArnie? Hmm. I like the SafArnie in green too though.....Ack like anything i'll probably go for the best deal I can get.
It looks really nice, the short lug to lug might fit my puny wrists
So cool model⌚👌
I want to say that is such a great colorway but I don't want to talk you into keeping it
Love that strap, love the watch too except I already have a Monster and an SKX (plus way too many more divers), so perhaps enough is enough... Ha who am I kidding? Been serious for a mo it’s a little big and thick but none the less really nice. 😉
Surprisingly smaller than it appears in vid. Go for it!
That's so sexy watch plus it was solar..simply but elegant watch..i like seiko...
Nice looking watch. Too bad Mimo is already sold out. 🙁
*it takes a brave man to wear a tuna can!*
If you find a comfortable strap this could be one of the best daily watches ever.
I bet if you just remove the shroud this watch would look 10 times better.
I thought it was part of the watch. It ruins the look of the watch.
just bought the very same tuna in creationwathces, 421 euro in total, I love this strange SEIKO watches
Planning to buy this next. Are you keeping this?
Great review, I was wondering if you have removed the shroud? I've seen videos with other models deshrouded and it looks great to me and smaller 40mm. I love these bezel with layers but not sure if without the shroud the case is all orange/red.
Damn I like this one. Might have to grab one soon. Always wondered about seiko watches with shrouds: can the shroud be removed, or is it an actual part of the case? Does it look like a normal watch underneath?
Shroud can be removed. Seen it in a few video reviews
I wish you'd show them with the shroud iff
I am a bracelet-guy. Wondering how it would look on a jubilee.
allthough the size is much bigger than the skx it looks like optically it wears smaller.. maybe due to the dial size.. is the dial size smaller than on the skx if the tuna has 40mm bezeldiameter and the skx around 41 to 42mm bezeldiameter?
Would you say this is similar to the street tunas?
Expect to pay $800 or so here in Australia with no discount whatsoever.
currently $399aud
SBDN053 whats your thoughts on this watch?
Can those straps be bought separately?
Idk whether to get this or the arnie... decisions
I currently have a 5610 (neg display on combi). I am debating selling it for this. What do you think?
I see this as an unfortunate release. The Tuna, along with the Alpinist, have represented uncompromising tool watches in Seiko's line-up. The fact that this "Tuna" is not even ISO certifiable, using a bezel without painted markings, does a disservice to the brand, and the heritage of the Tuna line.
Silly comment. It has plenty of lume, it has 200m water resist, and the "big Tuna" watches haven't gone anywhere. And if you're going diving, I'm sure you own a dive watch or 10. And Seiko has plenty in its stable if you don't. This is cool, functional, crazy legible, comfy...and in 6 months will be less than $300 street price. It's a smart release.
@@caomhan84 And also if it says "Diver's 200m" (as this one does), doesn't it mean that it is ISO-certified?
@@RebelRobot01 no. ISO certification for dive watches involves a whole bunch of stuff beyond the water resistance. Shock resistance, temperature changes, they test the strength of the spring bars, all sorts of stuff. But basically it doesn't even have to be 200m to be ISO certified. It can be 100m. Seiko have had dive computers marked "Marinemaster" that only have 100m ratings. The point is it really doesn't matter, which is why I always sigh when people talk about this. As if a watch is somehow "lesser" If it doesn't have that rating. When we know that 99.9% of Seiko watch enthusiasts do little more than where their ISO 6425 diver in the shower or the pool. Both of which this watch can handle easily.
A new tuna that looks great. Seiko, please offer these with an optional sapphire crystal and then add a S to the end of the model number. It's worth an additional $50
@@23727bgk Sapphire doesn’t scratch as easily for sure. But unless it has really good AR, they are so reflective and would probably be a bit more expensive again? I think Seiko put some AR on their Hardlex, which I find has less glare with good legibility. Just my 2 cents.😃
Hardlex?
great video! Any chance you will ever review citizen watches? Their eco drive is a great tech and their watches bang way above the price point. From their chronograph quartz pieces to the promaster diver to their dress watches, they compete with seiko every step of the way. I have been a fan of this page for years and noticed you clearly stay away from citizen.. any reason?
I have a ton of citizen vids. People send watches in for video. I don’t buy them.
The white one tho
Wat zijn er veel prachtige horloges. Maar.... ze hebben allemaal zo'n verrekte datum, die de wijzerplaat verpest. Waarom altijd zo'n prutsig vierkant gaatje. No date!
Too bad the buckle doesn't match the case finish
the seconds hand is off
I agree, those huge metal keepers are trash. Glad they switched back to a rubber one.
Yes definitely 👍
Nope. Mimo sells for full retail.
I despise that metal keeper, I hope they do more like this.
The misaligned seconds hand is so annoying.
3Q
First.
Owned this exact model for a year now. Conclusion...for the money they cost, they're rubbish. Get a Casio instead. Edit: or rather get 5 Casios for that money.
What went wrong with yours?
@@kini5000 The second hand jumps about 10 seconds in hack mode, but not every time which suggest a gear mesh problem. The bezel is out of alignment and the second hand/chapter ring is out of alignment. Time keeping is 10 sec/mth which is about double the quartz average of 5 secs in my experience. Unfortunately I own 2 other Seikos with the same solar movement and they have problems as well so it isnt a one off, again in my experience. Thanks for asking.