As a airline pilot who travels to Europe. I love the SSK003 for it's 3 time zones. No messing with the lug. Only thing one has to do is use the bezel. I set the watch to my home base time. The GMT to the 24 hours marks on the watch face. The cities I travel to on the bezel. Super easy. It's a true Pilot's watch. 20-40X cheaper. Funny how these type of watches are made for pilots. However, the reviews seldom mention this fact and how well they function as a pilots watch.
@@currentaf8455 show me a digital watch that shows 3 time zones at a glance and time zone change with a simple turn or push of a button? I like to get one.
I had several GMT Master timepieces, older and newest generations. And I always have many different types of Seiko timepieces in my collection. As a Captain, navigating from one time zone to the other continuously, using and operating Seiko timepieces is always very easy. And having 3 time zones is a great advantage. And once those movements are regulated well you can enjoy reliable and very consistent time telling for many years without needing very expensive servicing at certain service centers. So, my vote goes for the Seiko without a single second hesitation.
The Seiko Jubilee is good, but when you get them side by side and in the hand, you really notice the difference between the two. Regardless, Seiko did a much better job with the Jubilee compared to their other offerings.
Not every watch thieving criminal can spell Rolex. Nor will they stop you and ask to check the brand before they rip it from your arm. The only silver lining is, that. It won't cost £thousands to replace each time.
My favourite watch of all time is the SKX009 which i've worn probably 95% of the time since I got it in 2015. My Rolex's come and go, but the SKX is like a family member, I have to force myself to wear something else hah! This SSK is something I can definently see myself buying and wearing instead of my SKX as I do actually need the GMT function nowadays working with people across the world with my 2 businesses. I'd like to see a red/blue bezel insert for the SSK, thats the only thing holding me back at the moment, I like the splash of red. :)
i have to admit, I love the SSK003's color scheme. The broad red GMT hand against that blue dial just looks fantastic. I just hate that Seiko insisted on using hardlex for this watch. The Batgirl is incredible, obviously.
Literally doesnt matter, infact I own this watch and the hardlex i feel is better because it doesn't smudge up. I wear the watch daily(over a year) still no visible scratches on hardlex and have gone into the ocean and pools with it and it held up.
@@trippynicktv2985 then you have much better luck with mineral/hardlex than I have. I've had many different Citizens and Seikos over the years with mineral, and outside of 2, I've gotten scratches on all of them. I'm a lefty, so I tend to bang my watch on things more than a righty would. For me, sapphire is always the first choice.
Alex and Edwin are right. The SSK fits my 6.5 inch wrist beautifully due to the compact lug to lug length. I have reviewed it (the black version) on my channel, ‘outsider watches’ Rob
Yeah, I've tried already they wear smaller than the case size might indicate, but I am more of a smaller watch kinda of guy. If they released a 38 it would feel more like a 36 I believe, that would be perfect for my personal taste
I bought the batgirl at the AD in 2021. It’s the best modern Rolex imo and the colors are much nicer than the Pepsi. I really hope a coke is soon to come, which I’d probably buy in the oyster to complement the batgirl. The seiko is a decent watch for the price, but it’s nowhere close to Rolex quality. I think this would be better if you compared it to grand seiko, which in some ways can be considered higher quality than Rolex.
Well, you're comparing a $20,000 watch to a $500 watch. Of course there is going be a difference. I think the Seiko stacks up rather well for being an affordable automatic GMT.
I never understood why they cannot add a day window to these pilot watches, it is more important and useful sometimes than the actual date, especially for those who does not have a fix Monday to Friday workweek, or who are in home office all the time, or during a long vacation it is super useful. This and a screwdown crown would make it perfect for me. However I just installed a 12 hours bezel on my SKX009, and it is also great for dual time zone - sure you have to know if it is day or night, but I think that is easy to decide, lol.
The Seiko is the best GMT on the market today. The dial on the "Blueberry" model is stunning. Shades of indigo and deep blue. The bezel is highly legible, and tough as nails. The proce also makes it perfect. Travelling with a $20,000 watch makes no sense. The Seiko can be replaced easily, and serviced cheaply,. It's a fun holiday watch. Mine has taken a beating, pool, ocean, rough International travel. And I'm just getting started.
Both are nice watches. The Rolex is $10,000 more than the Seiko and the cost to service the Rolex is more than the Seiko. The Rolex however will appreciate in value, so it is a good investment. Good comparison. Thanks.
I see slightly more detail in that rolex but not even close to as much to justify the price difference. And that seiko movement can be regulated to be as accurate as the rolex ( know from experience ). So replacing the. seiko stock clasp for a milled one ( couple of tenners ) and you are done.
I am starting to realize that most people are buying a name and years ago the Rolex seemed worth the money but most the value is in its profit margins and those margins are used for advertising and the real value is exclusivity 😊
I feel like one of the biggest letdowns is the lack of clicking on the dial on the seiko. Such a small difference that I feel affects the “quality” feel of the watch
I love the Seiko. And I must say, in this day and age, watches in general don’t play as big a role in our lives to justify the big ticket. I check the time on my smartphone more often than on my wristwatch. That being said, the Seiko is a much more sensible watch.
On the list for the Rolex, but recently having added the yellow SSK017, I find this watch truly amazing. It makes no sense to buy the Rolex at all. The Seiko 5 is incredible. Just buy it now!!
I just got the ssk001 with gray/black bezel and there are nicer touches on the Rolex but for the price I could not justify the price plus all the resellers marking up these too
Nice video man. Absolutely adore the Seiko Blueberry. I have a 6.5 inch wrist. Should i go for the Seiko SSK 003 or should i wait for it in 40 or 38 mm somewhere in future?
There is no guarantee that Seiko will release these in a smaller size, but it would be amazing if they did. I also have a 6.5 inch wrist and although the watch is a little big, I don't mind the size at all. I would prefer if it was smaller, but there's no telling when or if they will reduce the size. If you can, I highly recommend trying it on before you make a purchase. If you like it, I'd say go for it.
I own both and the Rolex is entirely in another league but that said, I love them both equally. The Rolex is a phenomenal watch but ALL super luxury watches are way overpriced. If you can afford or want the Rolex I recommend it but I also recommend the Seiko, both get the same amount of wrist time. Another consideration is the Rolex costs zero effectively as it retains value and the older it gets, the more it’s worth.
You're comparing apples to oranges. If someone is considering the Rolex, they're not even thinking of the Seiko. The only reason to consider the Seiko is because the Rolex is out of your range.
Actually I like the Seiko much better...and a ton of $$$$ savings.. ALSO a very notable difference is that the Seiko GMT hand is underneath the hour hand as it should other than the Rolex GMT hand which would cover the hour hand at times.
Let's be real. The Seiko is for your ordinary average everyday people. The Rolex is for doctors, lawyers, lottery winners and other very wealthy people. I'm a Seiko person myself. And even if I had the money to buy a Rolex I would probably spend the money on motorcycles instead. :D
Not really, one can easily compare Orient Bambino to Patek Calatrava and actually the difference will be less than the Seiko vs Rolex visual difference here, doesn't mean that one "wins". They are different purposes, Seiko is a ford focus, Rolex is Porsche and Patek is McLaren, one does not drive to supermarket in a McLaren but that doesn't mean that the Ford "wins".
I swapped the hadlex crystal on my ssk003k1, cracked the bezel insert and got a Seafoam SRPD GMT style glass bezel insert and it still looks great. I will be swapping the OEM bezel and looking to add a lumed ceramic bezel insert. The SSK003 is more gorgeous than Cara Delevingne, who is arguably the most beautiful woman ever 😂
It's a no-brainer for me. I'll take the Seiko any and every time. I see no need for a snotbag watch that doesn't do anything better then a Seiko. So the rolex keeps better time(?) like it would take a year to really see that difference. Seiko has been my watch brand since 1970, and I won't change now. In fact I just ordered a new Seiko about a week ago. Xin Loi rolex...
Excellent in-depth comparison video. I owned the Seiko SSK003 for a whopping 5 days 😂🤦🏻♂️. Something was wrong with the movement/rotor because if I took it off for a few hours, the time would be hours off regardless of being fully wound. So, I returned it & I didn’t want to deal with another issue. The SSK003 is a beautiful watch & is such a great value, but I’m anxiously waiting for a Batgirl at my Rolex AD, although it may be another couple years 😂. This is a great watch to hold you over in the meantime & it scratches the itch as you aspire toward acquiring the Rolex Batgirl. Subscribed!
It means that seiko with less money can offer almost the same than Rolex, not because you pay more it means that is much better If you get a grand seiko with a similar model of rolex are more affordable than rolex and could be much better time pieces The Grand Prix of Geneve is the place to show how's better and Seiko has showed so many time who are they. Both are great watches but with different concepts
I have a GMT two tone, although I always thought that if you needed a dial to constantly tell you the time somewhere else, you must suck at quick math.
I personally think the Seiko is a much better looking watch. I bought both of my sons the seiko for Christmas but unfortunately one has had to be returned as it’s stopped working after a week !
Seiko works flawless for at least 1/2 century, don't need maintenance or repair..if, if, , if repair needed cost max $50... Roles 10 yrs max .. then time is not accurate, & repair services cost.. almost price of new Rolex!! I had one!! Ugh just like Porsche, Lambo Vs. Lexus..!! Just image!!
I guess seiko 5 wins haha why similar movements of automatic but super affordable compare to rolex which is very expensive. But almost the same accuracy only brand name. Seiko Wins
You can buy an entire collection of Seikos for every occasion for the price of that 1 single Rolex. I wouldn't even bother with the Rolex if you ask me.
Save your money and buy a Rolex. This nis an heirloom item, built to last decades. Your investment will be safe with a Rolex, and as the saying goes " when you buy the best you only cry once".
This heirloom argument is just an excuse. I own a 40-year old Rolex that used to belong to by grandfather. It’s just an old, scratched up watch that needs maintenance, which I’d rather keep in the drawer it’s in.
The Rolex face bezel looks much nicer than the Seiko, a really good comparison would be the Steinhart GMT 39 against the Rolex, that would be a great comparison video, I think the Steinhart looks better.
pueees, son dos titanes de las marcas, creo qe se paga demasiado por un rolex,pero no soy un experto,a mi me encanta OMEGA, lleva mas tiempo haciendo relojes , yo me fijo mucho en la durabilidad de un reloj,a estos dos les puedes dar traya, qe responden bien
Wrong analysis, Seiko has over 200 patents which Rolex borrows and seiko's movement are more accurate than Rolex, there is nothing special about Rolex since Rolex always tries to center it's self in tennis, while Olympics rely on accuracy they used Seiko! Seiko is over engineered and the best watch ever built! It surpass the Swiss many many years ago since the late 1960s and early 1970s
this is not accurate. I own both. The Rolex is a superlative chronometer COSC with a -2/+2 per day spec. The Seiko is -12/+10 per second off per day based on the spec of the movement. I own different watches and lets be serious. If it was the Grand Seiko, then yeah, it is comparable to Rolex but not the budget Seiko like this one.
@@sfhdoan if you're talking about research and development than Seiko has been improving their movements and many patents that they have either expired and/or borrowed from Rolex's engineering department, Rolex has changed companies twice due to omega' s competition so to say Seiko is equivalent to Rolex is blasphemous. All parts of seiko's watches are all in house while Rolex buys there parts from over 10 different companies, so their engineering and quality control are not as strong as Seiko. Stop buying into what is popular and status and get into what has made substantial improvements. I sold 3 of my Rolex's 30 years ago because I bought it for the brand, I suggest you do the same but if you love Rolex so much continue to wear it and be happy. For me I want the most of what I'm getting without breaking the bank, Rolex is so so overrated, if you dont know this hopefully you will soon. Good luck with it.
I recently bought a Seiko 5 field watch. 4R36 movement. It started off being 8 seconds a day fast. After 10 day of regular wear, it now is only 2 seconds a day fast. Can't wait to see if it gets even better than that after beak in. 2 Seconds a day is phenomenal in my opinion. Great work Seiko!!!
the GMT Master is a beautiful watch. but about 40% overpriced. £9k for a steel watch GMT watch is an insane amount of money. Seiko offers the same water resistance for -20X the price.
As a airline pilot who travels to Europe. I love the SSK003 for it's 3 time zones. No messing with the lug. Only thing one has to do is use the bezel. I set the watch to my home base time. The GMT to the 24 hours marks on the watch face. The cities I travel to on the bezel. Super easy. It's a true Pilot's watch. 20-40X cheaper. Funny how these type of watches are made for pilots. However, the reviews seldom mention this fact and how well they function as a pilots watch.
Appreciate the insight, thanks for educating me on this 👍
As an airline pilot 😂
Because digital watches exist
@@leebarrett9581 you wish you is a pilot.
@@currentaf8455 show me a digital watch that shows 3 time zones at a glance and time zone change with a simple turn or push of a button? I like to get one.
The Seiko holds up in this comparison much better than you'd think. Love it!!!
but for pèople how want to hold the value rolex do better , seiko is a wacth brand like casio
@@calindor19😂 Seiko has more heritage than Rolex itself, let alone Casio. If you want to hold value buy gold.
@@Lucmercurius exactly!!
@calindor19 who gaf? Seiko has been more influential in horology than Rolex ever has.
So the Rolex is going for £15’000 and the seiko is going for £380. That’s amazing.
And Casio Duro is going for £80
But its quartz . Automatic watches feel very superior @@mateuszbyk5795
@@mateuszbyk5795Casio Duro is not GMT.
Yes, I agree. But, Rolex is Rolex and Seiko is Seiko. 👍
@@oakkblackbirden op beide kan je zien hoe laat het is. Seiko dus!
I had several GMT Master timepieces, older and newest generations. And I always have many different types of Seiko timepieces in my collection. As a Captain, navigating from one time zone to the other continuously, using and operating Seiko timepieces is always very easy. And having 3 time zones is a great advantage. And once those movements are regulated well you can enjoy reliable and very consistent time telling for many years without needing very expensive servicing at certain service centers. So, my vote goes for the Seiko without a single second hesitation.
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I own the SSK003J1 and love this watch. I wish I could afford the Rolex but with that said I am truly satisfied and happy with my Seiko GMT.
It's a fantastic alternative!
Wearing the Rolex makes people even in the streets stare at your hand. a problem that is better off being avoided.
Why would you want to downgrade?
@@JamesSmith-gi7ds 🤣
I actually love the jubilee on the Seiko. Feels warm, and comfortable. 👍🏼
The Seiko Jubilee is good, but when you get them side by side and in the hand, you really notice the difference between the two. Regardless, Seiko did a much better job with the Jubilee compared to their other offerings.
Great comparison mate! The Seiko is stunning. Amazing value for sure!
Thanks!
My favorite feature of the Seiko is that I would feel comfortable wearing it in public and not worry I was making myself a target for crime.
@@mr.anonymous9700 At a certain point you do need to use some common sense. Would you drive a Ferrari in south central Los Angeles?
Not every watch thieving criminal can spell Rolex. Nor will they stop you and ask to check the brand before they rip it from your arm. The only silver lining is, that. It won't cost £thousands to replace each time.
@@MegaVinny73 True, any shiny watch is attractive. People have died in robberies for their $600 clones.
@@alpinoalpini3849 Perhaps that was the wrong example.
Just get a fake rolex if you are worried about that!
My favourite watch of all time is the SKX009 which i've worn probably 95% of the time since I got it in 2015. My Rolex's come and go, but the SKX is like a family member, I have to force myself to wear something else hah!
This SSK is something I can definently see myself buying and wearing instead of my SKX as I do actually need the GMT function nowadays working with people across the world with my 2 businesses. I'd like to see a red/blue bezel insert for the SSK, thats the only thing holding me back at the moment, I like the splash of red. :)
i have to admit, I love the SSK003's color scheme. The broad red GMT hand against that blue dial just looks fantastic. I just hate that Seiko insisted on using hardlex for this watch. The Batgirl is incredible, obviously.
Possibly to lower the price. And why do we need Sapphire? Surely we aint gonna go for sports.
I doubt sapphire would raise the price $10. @@jadumootu6816
That GMT hand is so hard to read on the Rolex, especially when it's near a number.
Literally doesnt matter, infact I own this watch and the hardlex i feel is better because it doesn't smudge up. I wear the watch daily(over a year) still no visible scratches on hardlex and have gone into the ocean and pools with it and it held up.
@@trippynicktv2985 then you have much better luck with mineral/hardlex than I have. I've had many different Citizens and Seikos over the years with mineral, and outside of 2, I've gotten scratches on all of them. I'm a lefty, so I tend to bang my watch on things more than a righty would. For me, sapphire is always the first choice.
If Seiko launch a 38mm or even a 40mm it will be a no-brainer instant hit
This would be a welcome addition if they ever make it
Seikos usually have very short lug to lug profiles/case heights. Don't let the case width deter you. These fit smaller wrists.
I have a 6.25 inch wrist and the Seiko 5 GMT fits perfectly because of the short lug to lug
Alex and Edwin are right. The SSK fits my 6.5 inch wrist beautifully due to the compact lug to lug length.
I have reviewed it (the black version) on my channel, ‘outsider watches’
Rob
Yeah, I've tried already they wear smaller than the case size might indicate, but I am more of a smaller watch kinda of guy. If they released a 38 it would feel more like a 36 I believe, that would be perfect for my personal taste
As a recent SSK003 owner I felt good seeing this video
I bought the batgirl at the AD in 2021. It’s the best modern Rolex imo and the colors are much nicer than the Pepsi. I really hope a coke is soon to come, which I’d probably buy in the oyster to complement the batgirl.
The seiko is a decent watch for the price, but it’s nowhere close to Rolex quality. I think this would be better if you compared it to grand seiko, which in some ways can be considered higher quality than Rolex.
I'll definitely do a comparison with Grand Seiko if I ever get a GS GMT in the future.
Well, you're comparing a $20,000 watch to a $500 watch. Of course there is going be a difference. I think the Seiko stacks up rather well for being an affordable automatic GMT.
@@paulyCgmt batman is $12k, not $20k.
My dream is to have a Sprite on my right wrist holding a can of Sprite sipping while my left wrist Batgirl giving me a HJ 😆
@@808jspekeg6 ...IF your AD deems you worthy to buy one at retail price.
I never understood why they cannot add a day window to these pilot watches, it is more important and useful sometimes than the actual date, especially for those who does not have a fix Monday to Friday workweek, or who are in home office all the time, or during a long vacation it is super useful. This and a screwdown crown would make it perfect for me.
However I just installed a 12 hours bezel on my SKX009, and it is also great for dual time zone - sure you have to know if it is day or night, but I think that is easy to decide, lol.
The Seiko is the best GMT on the market today.
The dial on the "Blueberry" model is stunning. Shades of indigo and deep blue. The bezel is highly legible, and tough as nails. The proce also makes it perfect. Travelling with a $20,000 watch makes no sense. The Seiko can be replaced easily, and serviced cheaply,.
It's a fun holiday watch. Mine has taken a beating, pool, ocean, rough International travel. And I'm just getting started.
Bat Girl is superb. Seiko GMT is affordable and fantastic. I'd chose Seiko. :)
Both are nice watches. The Rolex is $10,000 more than the Seiko and the cost to service the Rolex is more than the Seiko. The Rolex however will appreciate in value, so it is a good investment. Good comparison. Thanks.
I see slightly more detail in that rolex but not even close to as much to justify the price difference. And that seiko movement can be regulated to be as accurate as the rolex ( know from experience ). So replacing the. seiko stock clasp for a milled one ( couple of tenners ) and you are done.
If I didn't know any better, I'd pick the Seiko every time.
My favorite Rolex by far. Just ordered the Seiko ssk003 about to arrive this Friday I’m hyped
Great pick up, it's fantastic!
I have the orange SSK and I'm so happy with it, that I bought the blue one being reviewed here.
I'll take the Seiko and a nice vacation at the Mediterranean Sea for the price of the Rolex, TVM.
Both are beautiful. The Rolex is nice but I'm a Seiko guy. For the money, Seiko cannot be beat. I love the red GMT hand on the SSK003
I am starting to realize that most people are buying a name and years ago the Rolex seemed worth the money but most the value is in its profit margins and those margins are used for advertising and the real value is exclusivity 😊
I feel like one of the biggest letdowns is the lack of clicking on the dial on the seiko. Such a small difference that I feel affects the “quality” feel of the watch
@@Mulppy I totally agree. While the bezel looks nice, it could do with a much better action.
I love the Seiko. And I must say, in this day and age, watches in general don’t play as big a role in our lives to justify the big ticket. I check the time on my smartphone more often than on my wristwatch. That being said, the Seiko is a much more sensible watch.
On the list for the Rolex, but recently having added the yellow SSK017, I find this watch truly amazing. It makes no sense to buy the Rolex at all. The Seiko 5 is incredible. Just buy it now!!
I just got the ssk001 with gray/black bezel and there are nicer touches on the Rolex but for the price I could not justify the price plus all the resellers marking up these too
I have the coke dial 16710 and the Seiko Gmt and of course each watch has its pro’s and con’s, in the end the Seiko wins all day long.
Would be interesting to see one of seiko’s top models like a prospex or grand seiko vs the Rolex.
Grand seiko.
But it would embarres the rolex
Until you need servicing in Japan
And when grand seiko can make a decent functional bracelet
Then they would be on par or better
Nice video man. Absolutely adore the Seiko Blueberry.
I have a 6.5 inch wrist. Should i go for the Seiko SSK 003 or should i wait for it in 40 or 38 mm somewhere in future?
There is no guarantee that Seiko will release these in a smaller size, but it would be amazing if they did.
I also have a 6.5 inch wrist and although the watch is a little big, I don't mind the size at all. I would prefer if it was smaller, but there's no telling when or if they will reduce the size. If you can, I highly recommend trying it on before you make a purchase. If you like it, I'd say go for it.
For for Seiko SSK 003, I have a 6.7 inch wrist and it fits perfectly
The srpd line. 38mm.
Great review, I can’t afford a Rolex , but my newly acquired SSK001 will do just fine, thank you.
Rolex is just overpriced
Yes, for people that can’t afford one.
@@EscapePlan97 ngl yes..I'm not that rich to buy a Rolex...it is what it is..and i admit it
Fr fr get a tudor
@@EscapePlan97no literally they're overpriced. They don't do anything a tudor can't
@@miztahfrawg agree
I own both and the Rolex is entirely in another league but that said, I love them both equally. The Rolex is a phenomenal watch but ALL super luxury watches are way overpriced. If you can afford or want the Rolex I recommend it but I also recommend the Seiko, both get the same amount of wrist time. Another consideration is the Rolex costs zero effectively as it retains value and the older it gets, the more it’s worth.
I own the pepsi version of the seiko and I love it. One of my favorite watches. I love it as much as my Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra
What is the reference of seiko pepsi like model ?
Im rich go for rolex but my budget is just for seiko but these two are just fine.
You're comparing apples to oranges. If someone is considering the Rolex, they're not even thinking of the Seiko. The only reason to consider the Seiko is because the Rolex is out of your range.
Bezel on the Rolex looks nicer but I don’t know why anyone would want a whole paragraph printed on their dial… Seiko is much less messy
Actually I like the Seiko much better...and a ton of $$$$ savings.. ALSO a very notable difference is that the Seiko GMT hand is underneath the hour hand as it should other than the Rolex GMT hand which would cover the hour hand at times.
they both shares the beauty of GMT watches
Excellent Presentation buddy🤍🤍. Im waiting for the Seiko.
I appreciate the kind words
Let's be real. The Seiko is for your ordinary average everyday people. The Rolex is for doctors, lawyers, lottery winners and other very wealthy people. I'm a Seiko person myself. And even if I had the money to buy a Rolex I would probably spend the money on motorcycles instead. :D
Yeah, agree with that 👍.
Rolex deepsea and a Harley,, perfect combo!
@@Leftystrat Seiko SNJ025P1 "Arnie" & Triumph Thruxton 1200 R.
@@CaptainLeftHook with daisy duke on the back seat … heaven☝️
@@Leftystrat Jennifer Morrison or Rebecca Ferguson. 👍😆
As much as I love the Bat Girl, the very fact the comparison is being made suggests the Seiko wins.
Not really, one can easily compare Orient Bambino to Patek Calatrava and actually the difference will be less than the Seiko vs Rolex visual difference here, doesn't mean that one "wins". They are different purposes, Seiko is a ford focus, Rolex is Porsche and Patek is McLaren, one does not drive to supermarket in a McLaren but that doesn't mean that the Ford "wins".
Great comparison, I would be curious how the aquaracer Batman fits in between those two.
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in terms of value proposition, i will take the seiko, at least i don't have to worry about the value decline of rolex especially in recent months.
Why nobody talk about the seiko can have 3 time zone due to the inner bezel?
I swapped the hadlex crystal on my ssk003k1, cracked the bezel insert and got a Seafoam SRPD GMT style glass bezel insert and it still looks great. I will be swapping the OEM bezel and looking to add a lumed ceramic bezel insert. The SSK003 is more gorgeous than Cara Delevingne, who is arguably the most beautiful woman ever 😂
If you saw Cara without makeup ...
It's a no-brainer for me. I'll take the Seiko any and every time. I see no need for a snotbag watch that doesn't do anything better then a Seiko. So the rolex keeps better time(?) like it would take a year to really see that difference. Seiko has been my watch brand since 1970, and I won't change now. In fact I just ordered a new Seiko about a week ago. Xin Loi rolex...
Excellent in-depth comparison video. I owned the Seiko SSK003 for a whopping 5 days 😂🤦🏻♂️. Something was wrong with the movement/rotor because if I took it off for a few hours, the time would be hours off regardless of being fully wound. So, I returned it & I didn’t want to deal with another issue. The SSK003 is a beautiful watch & is such a great value, but I’m anxiously waiting for a Batgirl at my Rolex AD, although it may be another couple years 😂. This is a great watch to hold you over in the meantime & it scratches the itch as you aspire toward acquiring the Rolex Batgirl. Subscribed!
A lot of people think this but the gmt hand follows the 24 hour chapter ring.
Makes me so proud my $500 watch is compared to a $xxK+ watch.
What is your watch ?
A dial on a pilots watch doesn't really need a clicking bezel, only on a divers watch you would need that.
interesting comparision...got one watch against one that is around 1-2% of the cost of the other.
It means that seiko with less money can offer almost the same than Rolex, not because you pay more it means that is much better
If you get a grand seiko with a similar model of rolex are more affordable than rolex and could be much better time pieces
The Grand Prix of Geneve is the place to show how's better and Seiko has showed so many time who are they.
Both are great watches but with different concepts
What is the equivalent of a rolex submariner for seiko ?
I am biased, my partner is a Seiko dealer and so I chose the Rolex GMT, despite the fact I can have a Seiko at trade
I have a GMT two tone, although I always thought that if you needed a dial to constantly tell you the time somewhere else, you must suck at quick math.
your rolex rehaut is not alligned perfectly mine has the same problem
Amazing review! Subscribed after watching this clip!
Thank you for the support!
The most important point... the Seiko I can afford. The Rolex, I can't.
I personally think the Seiko is a much better looking watch. I bought both of my sons the seiko for Christmas but unfortunately one has had to be returned as it’s stopped working after a week !
Did you end up getting a replacement?
Love seiko ! You get your moneys worth and not buying a name only
Seiko works flawless for at least 1/2 century, don't need maintenance or repair..if, if, , if repair needed cost max $50... Roles 10 yrs max .. then time is not accurate, & repair services cost.. almost price of new Rolex!! I had one!! Ugh just like Porsche, Lambo Vs. Lexus..!! Just image!!
That's my favourite Rolex. The other two Rolex is usually only laying in their boxes.
Ssk003 gets my vote
While I like SSK003 there is one annoying thing.. It's that secondhand luminous is wrong side..
I have a Big Question? the Seiko 5 Do They made in Japan or China ?
So you are all saying you would take the seiko over the gmt master if Rolex would actually sell you one?
Yea, I thought so 🙄
Amazing video man 👍
Thanks for watching!
I guess seiko 5 wins haha why similar movements of automatic but super affordable compare to rolex which is very expensive. But almost the same accuracy only brand name. Seiko Wins
I cannot go wrong with the ANY Seiko.
Very good comparison.
Seiko looks better
Rolex is for the Safe and Seiko for the Whrist❤
I just changed the battery on my Seiko dive watch that I bought when I was 18 back in 1986. Love that watch. It will probably outlast me.
Most seiko watches have poorly made bracelets, but you can just replace it with a better aftermarket watch bracelet
I have Both :)
Excellent review
Fantastic review! 👌🏼
Thank you!
You can buy an entire collection of Seikos for every occasion for the price of that 1 single Rolex. I wouldn't even bother with the Rolex if you ask me.
Save your money and buy a Rolex. This nis an heirloom item, built to last decades.
Your investment will be safe with a Rolex, and as the saying goes " when you buy the best you only cry once".
Ummm, you mean buy once cry once.
@wingwang007
You go ahead, SETTLE for substandard watches. I'll roll with my Rolex collection slick.
This heirloom argument is just an excuse. I own a 40-year old Rolex that used to belong to by grandfather. It’s just an old, scratched up watch that needs maintenance, which I’d rather keep in the drawer it’s in.
The Rolex face bezel looks much nicer than the Seiko, a really good comparison would be the Steinhart GMT 39 against the Rolex, that would be a great comparison video, I think the Steinhart looks better.
The Seiko looks better. Brightly colored hands big enough that I can see them.
Amazing review ❤
Thank you!
Rolex for the win in every way. 👏🇦🇺
It shows how over priced the Rolex is.
The crown at 4 is so much better for everyday wear than a watch with the crown at the 3 o'clock.
Who else can't stop looking at his callouses
There’s a subtle difference in price
pueees, son dos titanes de las marcas, creo qe se paga demasiado por un rolex,pero no soy un experto,a mi me encanta OMEGA, lleva mas tiempo haciendo relojes , yo me fijo mucho en la durabilidad de un reloj,a estos dos les puedes dar traya, qe responden bien
You can't compare these watches. It's like comparing a Toyota Corolla to a BMW M5
Wrong analysis, Seiko has over 200 patents which Rolex borrows and seiko's movement are more accurate than Rolex, there is nothing special about Rolex since Rolex always tries to center it's self in tennis, while Olympics rely on accuracy they used Seiko! Seiko is over engineered and the best watch ever built! It surpass the Swiss many many years ago since the late 1960s and early 1970s
this is not accurate. I own both. The Rolex is a superlative chronometer COSC with a -2/+2 per day spec. The Seiko is -12/+10 per second off per day based on the spec of the movement. I own different watches and lets be serious. If it was the Grand Seiko, then yeah, it is comparable to Rolex but not the budget Seiko like this one.
@@sfhdoan if you're talking about research and development than Seiko has been improving their movements and many patents that they have either expired and/or borrowed from Rolex's engineering department, Rolex has changed companies twice due to omega' s competition so to say Seiko is equivalent to Rolex is blasphemous. All parts of seiko's watches are all in house while Rolex buys there parts from over 10 different companies, so their engineering and quality control are not as strong as Seiko. Stop buying into what is popular and status and get into what has made substantial improvements. I sold 3 of my Rolex's 30 years ago because I bought it for the brand, I suggest you do the same but if you love Rolex so much continue to wear it and be happy. For me I want the most of what I'm getting without breaking the bank, Rolex is so so overrated, if you dont know this hopefully you will soon. Good luck with it.
I recently bought a Seiko 5 field watch. 4R36 movement. It started off being 8 seconds a day fast. After 10 day of regular wear, it now is only 2 seconds a day fast. Can't wait to see if it gets even better than that after beak in. 2 Seconds a day is phenomenal in my opinion. Great work Seiko!!!
@@Cowboy67801 it readjusts itself at the end of month and is more accurate than Rolex. Is it spring drive?
Not spring drive. Although the accuracy is phenomenal for a entry level Seiko @@jorad4887
the GMT Master is a beautiful watch. but about 40% overpriced. £9k for a steel watch GMT watch is an insane amount of money. Seiko offers the same water resistance for -20X the price.
You must be a hard working man, or you row for fun... check out those callouses!💪
I wish I could have one but I'm poor and can't have one but I'm still going to get a plastic watch 😢
whats the price difference
right into the first 10 seconds you call confidently tell Seiko is definitely more beautiful.
I see only one colour on the Seiko bezel insert??
It's black and blue
@@welcomewristthen i am going colour blind
@@mobiusklein9140 not at all, it can be hard to see the blue on the Seiko sometimes. It comes out under direct light.
Nice job ❤
The Seiko watch should be smaller in size.
The designer must understand this
It would be good for them to release smaller watches
I'm not sure about you folks, but I'll go with Roxel. Definitely much better-looking.
Never heard of a Roxel......
How’s that roxel do’n these days?