The SLA range are sublime. I've got a Tudor BB, these Seiko's just have got something extra. Great collection Gethin. I'm green with jealousy with your SLA Marinemaster. Beautiful beast.
Four twerps on perch ready for the beeech. I do love the Willard case. The SPB151J1 is the perfect size just wish it had a ceramic bezel insert. Beautiful piece begging for a Tropic strap. Keep the hinnies tipped up. Cheers
@@gethinchristian I always enjoy you reviews. Most watch reviewers have no idea when something is to be saluted or not, and that camio by the SARB was just beautiful, a watch to walk you daughter down the aisle in.
@@tom_anderson Very kind of you Tom. I am only reviewing watches that I personally own or than my friend owns who has exactly the same taste. So I really love all the watches that I have reviewed. It's been great fun doing it and I've made some good friends along the way!
It was listed on eBay for £1750. Mr Jun made 1.4k offer and it was accepted. The sla033 he was going to buy is still listed for 3k. It's been there for months and not sold. He was going to buy it for 2.7 k but the owner was rude and not nice to deal with so he was put off making the purchase.
It is a great watch bro! The name Uemura is more cohesive to Seiko than Captain Willard. To be honest I don't see any Japanese culture when people refer to Willard which is a marketing gimmick.
This watch is something else! Willard is one of my Grail watches, honestly even one of the "lesser" variants gets me very excited lol! But this particular one.. oh boy.. it is a gem!
Fab review as always, I'd still plum for the MM if i had to make the choice. Super stuff, many thanks 👍 You seen the Dekla watches that look interesting especially the Turbulence thingy, looks like a good tool/ everyday watch? Atb.
I love everything about it EXCEPT the 2 thin shiny stripes down the bracelet. I absolutley HATE fake lines to mimick actual links. It's a tacky and cheap method started by the cheapest and tackyest watch makers to add flare to budget watches. If you want to see how thise thin lines are created apropriatly with actual links, look at the new Longines Legend Diver
That's a tough decision. They're both good. The 317 wears smaller and is lighter. I think most people would probably pick the 153 as it's more iconic and well known. 317 is a more toolish and basic finishing wise for sure. Personally I liked the 317 a bit more but I'm in the minority. You can't go wrong with either of them. I have reviewed the 317 and the 151, same as 153 but black. The choice is yours!
Oooh that's a hard one! 033 is more expensive and more limited so we want that one the most. Both have the same movement and the 033 doesn't have a bracelet. Crazy why it costs so much more. If I had the choice I would take the 033 but this Uemura is not worse, just less desirable to me anyway. I'm confused now!
@@gethinchristian Yeah I'm confused also, I didn't like the other Willard reissue compared to the SLA033 because the crown guard was so much bigger than the sla033 as SLA033 crown guard more close to the original. But this sla051 seems the same crown guard length as SLA33 (but could be wrong as not in my hands). It's hard for me to tell difference without both watches in my hand but they look pretty much the same...
@@maxpaws3977 It is very similar if not exactly the same. The 033 is more faithful to the 6105 overall, it is pretty much an exact replica. The 051 has some differences particularly the bevel along the case and I would call it a reinterpretation where the 033 is a recreation. 051 is definitely more jewellery like compared to the toolish nature of the 033. Both are awesome but I'd pick the 033.
@@gethinchristian Yes I think I have to agree with you, I'd pick the SLA33 also, it is indeed the most closest the minute hand is the exact same and no prospect logo, it's a real shame all the pieces are now sold and you have to still fork out retail price for a second hand one.
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Like you said, its a night and day difference between spb willards to this watch.
I was watching Indiana Jones and even turned off the volume to watch your re-do, great video
Seiko is mightier than the sword Indy!
This truly was a great review. Its funny, friendly, entertaining, informative and upclose shots are beautiful.
Thank you my man! Very kind of you to say that. Your 049 is a beauty.
I have this one as well now! I prefer this black version, looks so dang good.
Top twerp, M.Gethin, and another first rate review. Hope you and yours are having a super Sunday. Cheers 🍻!
Thank you M David. Keep cooking!
The SLA range are sublime. I've got a Tudor BB, these Seiko's just have got something extra. Great collection Gethin. I'm green with jealousy with your SLA Marinemaster. Beautiful beast.
It is a pleasure to behold Zeus. I dream of the blue Pelagos and the Planet Ocean, ZRC grands fonds, Blancpain 50 fathoms etc etc.
@@gethinchristian Great choices.
I’ve had this watch for over a year. Probably the best feeling bezel Seiko makes.
Very impressed with this watch Dutzu.
Four twerps on perch ready for the beeech. I do love the Willard case. The SPB151J1 is the perfect size just wish it had a ceramic bezel insert. Beautiful piece begging for a Tropic strap. Keep the hinnies tipped up. Cheers
I put my Twerps on a pedestal at the beeeech. Keeps the sand out of the bezels. Totally Keith!
That SLA051 is a stunning watch, i would like to purchase one for myself 👍 Au
It is lovely watch. Beautiful to look at and built tough. Thanks Rob.
I have been educated about Mr Uemura, thank you Sir.
It was a pleasure Tom. Thanks for watching and commenting. Glad you enjoyed the review!
@@gethinchristian I always enjoy you reviews. Most watch reviewers have no idea when something is to be saluted or not, and that camio by the SARB was just beautiful, a watch to walk you daughter down the aisle in.
@@tom_anderson Very kind of you Tom. I am only reviewing watches that I personally own or than my friend owns who has exactly the same taste. So I really love all the watches that I have reviewed. It's been great fun doing it and I've made some good friends along the way!
Forgot to mention - great review man!
Thanks Nikola!
I had my eye on that when it was on Ebay. £1400 was an absolute steal.
It was listed on eBay for £1750. Mr Jun made 1.4k offer and it was accepted. The sla033 he was going to buy is still listed for 3k. It's been there for months and not sold. He was going to buy it for 2.7 k but the owner was rude and not nice to deal with so he was put off making the purchase.
It is a great watch bro! The name Uemura is more cohesive to Seiko than Captain Willard. To be honest I don't see any Japanese culture when people refer to Willard which is a marketing gimmick.
Insightful and delightful just like you bro!
I blame the superficial, whimsical nature of most of my fellow Americans, sadly. I agree with you, btw.
This watch is something else! Willard is one of my Grail watches, honestly even one of the "lesser" variants gets me very excited lol!
But this particular one.. oh boy.. it is a gem!
You couldn't go wrong with any of them Nikola. 151 051 033 all excellent! So freaky!
Fab review as always, I'd still plum for the MM if i had to make the choice. Super stuff, many thanks 👍
You seen the Dekla watches that look interesting especially the Turbulence thingy, looks like a good tool/ everyday watch?
Atb.
Dekla turbulenz looks like a nice watch. Great price. Glad you enjoyed it Zeb. God bless you bro!
G reat review of a great watch!
(Mine has been on wrist for two months straight! Favorite diver ever!)
Thanks Joshua. It's such a great watch I didn't want to send it back to the owner after the review!
Very good review. Ive got one coming can't wait to try it.
Thanks Wolf. It's a great watch, you will love it.
The black one coming now too
@@WristWatcherI love mine
Had to get the bezel fixed and the movement regulated but now that that's done it's pretty much perfecto
@@wolfdna788 I got the blue one when it first came out.
Thank you bro for very interesting story about Uyemura! Great job, great watch! I ,m sure best diver from Seiko!
Thank you zhanatomarov! I have the SLA065 coming soon to the channel.
Fantastic review of a lovely watch Gethin.
Stupefaction Mr Paul. Please forgive my transgressions. 55mm lug to lug not 45.
nice subscribed
Thanks bro!
Thanks for the video! Can you please tell me the reference number of the Marine Master?
SLA023
If this were 42mm I would buy it. Other than that it's a beautiful watch.
Don't let the size out you off. It's very wearable and comfortable on the wrist.
I love everything about it EXCEPT the 2 thin shiny stripes down the bracelet.
I absolutley HATE fake lines to mimick actual links.
It's a tacky and cheap method started by the cheapest and tackyest watch makers to add flare to budget watches.
If you want to see how thise thin lines are created apropriatly with actual links, look at the new Longines Legend Diver
I hear ya.
I am having a problem deciding between the SPB317 and the SPB153, no where near by for me to try them, any thoughts?
Cheers
That's a tough decision. They're both good. The 317 wears smaller and is lighter. I think most people would probably pick the 153 as it's more iconic and well known. 317 is a more toolish and basic finishing wise for sure. Personally I liked the 317 a bit more but I'm in the minority. You can't go wrong with either of them. I have reviewed the 317 and the 151, same as 153 but black. The choice is yours!
@@gethinchristian thanks for your input, it is a tough one, cheers
Would you say it's better or as good as SLA033?
Oooh that's a hard one! 033 is more expensive and more limited so we want that one the most. Both have the same movement and the 033 doesn't have a bracelet. Crazy why it costs so much more. If I had the choice I would take the 033 but this Uemura is not worse, just less desirable to me anyway. I'm confused now!
@@gethinchristian Yeah I'm confused also, I didn't like the other Willard reissue compared to the SLA033 because the crown guard was so much bigger than the sla033 as SLA033 crown guard more close to the original. But this sla051 seems the same crown guard length as SLA33 (but could be wrong as not in my hands). It's hard for me to tell difference without both watches in my hand but they look pretty much the same...
@@maxpaws3977 It is very similar if not exactly the same. The 033 is more faithful to the 6105 overall, it is pretty much an exact replica. The 051 has some differences particularly the bevel along the case and I would call it a reinterpretation where the 033 is a recreation. 051 is definitely more jewellery like compared to the toolish nature of the 033. Both are awesome but I'd pick the 033.
@@gethinchristian Yes I think I have to agree with you, I'd pick the SLA33 also, it is indeed the most closest the minute hand is the exact same and no prospect logo, it's a real shame all the pieces are now sold and you have to still fork out retail price for a second hand one.
@@maxpaws3977 You can pick up a used one for 2.8 k.
A good beer wearing a fine watch....at the beach
That's how we do it super.
Lucky bastard I’m jealous
Get one! 1.3k!