Every now and than, I come back to this video. I saw this video when it came out, and it took me 2 years and half to get the SNKE51, now, after wearing it daily for almost two years, i bought it again to be pristine, and really take care of it, as i got some other ones on the side, to rotate.
9:45 blue strap is also good! Liked that blue leather, but like that blue suede as the micro 'fluff' rearranges and 'shades' light to the two toned blues, that actually complements the blue sunburst dial!
The blue-black crock band on this Seiko 5 SNK E51 is arguably the most beautiful combo I have ever seen. Breathtaking indeed. I ordered the “J” version for $100 and also a deep blue XL crock band. This is truly a ‘must have’ thing. I may have to mod in a Sapphire crystal.
2 years later I did exactly the same to my SNKE51J1 due to this guy's videos. Sapphire with double dome and blue AR and the Hardley Roma blue croc. Brings this little Seiko to a new level.
I'm glad to watch a fellow strap nut! Since I don't have a lot of money for tons of watches, I quickly discovered the beauty of strap swapping to transform the few watches I have to fit the occasion. Much cheaper and can be quite effective!
The dark blue Hadley 👌🏼 Amazing how some of these straps add a ton of versatility to the timepiece and make a sub $100 watch look like a million bucks.
Great video! I’m just now getting into watches and I never knew that these bands can be mixed and matched! I just bought and Seiko 5 myself and switched out the band for a NATO nylon strap. Very casual, everyday, beat up watch.
Recently I bought this model of Seiko 5, it is really a stunning looking watch costing me US$75, what a bargain. When it arrived it was running 30sec per day fast, not really acceptable after some adjustments it is now running about 10 sec per day slow totally acceptable. Get this watch you won't be disappointed.
Me three! Was considering the Bambino gen 2 for another inexpensive dress watch alternative, but this watch with the Blue Croc strap is fabulous. Also, one guy in his amazon review of the band mentioned that he installed a double dome sapphire crystal along with a deployment clasp...the watch looks amazing-he developed a real keeper! Be well.
Howzit! So, you might be wondering "what the hell does that intro shot have to do with anything?". Well, it doesn't! I am random af and I just thought it was cool! It was really cold up there at nearly 10,000 feet but the view is amazing. That guy is my buddy Sterling. He tried to swat my drone down. He missed :p Sterling does some cool photography. And yeah, that scratch on my Seiko 5's glass really bums me out. Oh whale! Don't forget to follow us on instagram for photos of stuff! It's also where I announce future mod sales! instagram.com/minitwatch
"Watch for standing in an art gallery and pretending to buy a painting while making up a bunch of stuff about the painting... Because you know.. so is she!.. or he!" hahahahah
Great form today. I like the different straps and different looks for the watch with them. Gingerbread was good on that watch. Bless you for you sneeze and find the shoe.
Thats an amazing Video for that seiko blue dial....did a lot of justice to that asset, i have the same and now going to replace with new strap asap...Thanks buddy..😄
You know, I tried to do the whole art gallery thing in a few locations. I got told to stop each time. haha! It's like WHYYY BRO? FREE ADVERTISING! But no.
ohhhh I agree 100000000% percent. I have this watch, and the original bracelet was absolute rubbish. I changed it to a black leather band, and it looks great
Thank you. Blue dial watch search brings me to this ultimate strap guide. Very sad, some watches I like it to stick with certain straps so I force to buy a new watch if I need some other combination.:)
I have only just discovered this video, I thought I had watch all your uploads! You are completely right about the Seiko 5 looking good on anything. I've got strap from eternitizzz and combat-straps that cost more than my Seiko 5, but that little Seiko can roll with the punches along side the big boys! That blue 'gator like strap from Hadley roma is beautiful on that! Great vid!
My wife and I have been laughing our asses off watching this video, we are definitely going to buy this watch now. Just subscribed to your channel, keep it up brother you’re a great reviewer!
Good concept on the video. I love the selections as well, except for the mesh, its just not for me. I like how you demonstrated enough of each and then moved on. The beauty of this watch is its versatility with many differnet bands. Good job.
1st time watching your channel, really like your unpretentious "presenting", Enjoyed the video v-much, I'm looking to buy a decent watch, until I started researching I'd never look at a Seiko but now I know how good they are, again thank for a cool video,cheers from Ireland.
exactly, seiko 5 just need a strap change, the stock bracelet/strap does do its justice! sadly, most of the people are turned away because of the stock look
I've been planning to get this, but the only version available in India comes with the notched strap requirement...which sucks! All my current straps will either need to be cut or will be unuseful.
Strangely, Watchsleuth describes the watch as having a 20mm lug, while the manufacturer says 18mm. I will wait for my new SNKE51 to arrive before buying any strap! www.watchsleuth.com/seiko5finder/search/?MOD=SNKE51
difference between this and the seiko srpe53. I saw both reviews on your channel, and the only difference I can tell is the dial time markers (round vs straight). Any more technical specs I should keep in mind before making the decision? Thanks
Had to wait for a while before I got my own piece and I tell you, its now my regular watch! I bought 4 straps (3 silicones, 1 mesh) and its so true!!! This watch is a chameleon as it complements every single strap. My friends always notice it. Cheers!!! Btw, I bought mine from a store for $62. A definite STEAL!!!!
Hi, I just ordered this watch and waiting for it to arrive excitedly. Now I am hunting down good looking straps for this beauty.Can you confirm me whether it fits 18mm or 20 mm straps? Different websites seem to have different lug width for this watch
The Hadley Roma is the best. By far. So sexy. The first one you showed. I picked up that 40mm Tisell Type B cuz of one your last videos. That Miyota movement! I've had it for a week and I love it. The thing that gets me about the Seiko 5 is that it's 38mm. Too small for me, but I do own one and I love it, but it's sparsely worn.
Every now and than, I come back to this video. I saw this video when it came out, and it took me 2 years and half to get the SNKE51, now, after wearing it daily for almost two years, i bought it again to be pristine, and really take care of it, as i got some other ones on the side, to rotate.
That blue leather strap (7.47 - 9.43) is just PERFECT for that watch. Personaly, I would keep it on the watch all the time.
It is glorious, isn't it!!
The tan one before this one also looks amazing, I really, really want this watch now
@@minitwatch Hello Sir. Where did you get the blue strap ? How large is it ? 20 mm ? Thank you very much.
@@minitwatch more than Seiko watch, your words made me feel pleasure sir. The words about gentleman and savage uffffff hahaha...
9:45 blue strap is also good! Liked that blue leather, but like that blue suede as the micro 'fluff' rearranges and 'shades' light to the two toned blues, that actually complements the blue sunburst dial!
The blue-black crock band on this Seiko 5 SNK E51 is arguably the most beautiful combo I have ever seen. Breathtaking indeed. I ordered the “J” version for $100 and also a deep blue XL crock band. This is truly a ‘must have’ thing. I may have to mod in a Sapphire crystal.
2 years later I did exactly the same to my SNKE51J1 due to this guy's videos. Sapphire with double dome and blue AR and the Hardley Roma blue croc. Brings this little Seiko to a new level.
I'm glad to watch a fellow strap nut! Since I don't have a lot of money for tons of watches, I quickly discovered the beauty of strap swapping to transform the few watches I have to fit the occasion. Much cheaper and can be quite effective!
The Blue strap is killing it
The dark blue Hadley 👌🏼
Amazing how some of these straps add a ton of versatility to the timepiece and make a sub $100 watch look like a million bucks.
That blue suede is VERY slick.
Great video! I’m just now getting into watches and I never knew that these bands can be mixed and matched! I just bought and Seiko 5 myself and switched out the band for a NATO nylon strap. Very casual, everyday, beat up watch.
Love it when you zoomy zoom on the strappy straps
Your laugh is just crazy man 😂😂😂😂 I love your reviewing and how you tolk 😂😂😂😂
I love all the strappy straps.
Hard to choose, huh! I'm facing that dilemma.
Recently I bought this model of Seiko 5, it is really a stunning looking watch costing me US$75, what a bargain. When it arrived it was running 30sec per day fast, not really acceptable after some adjustments it is now running about 10 sec per day slow totally acceptable. Get this watch you won't be disappointed.
Well done.
Gives me ideas for bands.
Probably spend more on all the bands than I did on the watch.
I find nothing wrong with that :) Cheers!
I like all the options u are showing no one shown like this , love it
Lmao your description of the Nantucket blue blue strap. So innocent, so pure!
The blue suede strap, goes bang on with the dial. It's a match made in heaven if I may say do!
I kind of hate you now. I want to buy this watch.
Hehe! Oops!
Me too, now! I need to get one with a Hadley Roma MS834 band. It looks so georgeous.
Me three! Was considering the Bambino gen 2 for another inexpensive dress watch alternative, but this watch with the Blue Croc strap is fabulous. Also, one guy in his amazon review of the band mentioned that he installed a double dome sapphire crystal along with a deployment clasp...the watch looks amazing-he developed a real keeper! Be well.
Cool, it's dinner and a show. Nice touch with the sock puppet. Keep them coming.
Howzit! So, you might be wondering "what the hell does that intro shot have to do with anything?". Well, it doesn't! I am random af and I just thought it was cool! It was really cold up there at nearly 10,000 feet but the view is amazing. That guy is my buddy Sterling. He tried to swat my drone down. He missed :p Sterling does some cool photography. And yeah, that scratch on my Seiko 5's glass really bums me out. Oh whale!
Don't forget to follow us on instagram for photos of stuff! It's also where I announce future mod sales! instagram.com/minitwatch
Sapphire crystal swap video upcoming?
The randomness is what makes it good :)
=]
Where did you buy these amazing straps at 6:30 - 7:30 and 13:00 ? And what size ? Want to do the same with my seiko !
minitwatch Howzit? Now I'm even happier to have subscribed :D
This is the video to show a friend how versatile a Seiko 5 actually is!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 especially for anyone looking for a 38mm.
Perfect! This is why I do it! I'm glad I could help!
Aren't Seiko 5 just legendary?? 💙 straps work
Heckin yes they are!
just bought this watch, and your "safe option" at 4:30 was the clincher
Benchmark blue sude👍. Great video
Can't go wrong with that combo! Thanks, man!!
I jam home the 22mm benchmark blue suede strap onto my 2nd gen orient bambino. It’s my most-complimented strap
Just got this watch today .. The dark deep blue dial is stunning, dark brown/oxblood strap is what I'm looking to put this on.
This is a feel good video. Good job man!
best bang for your buck watch
"Watch for standing in an art gallery and pretending to buy a painting while making up a bunch of stuff about the painting... Because you know.. so is she!.. or he!"
hahahahah
The red one at the end is lush. That and the black one were the only ones I liked.
Great form today. I like the different straps and different looks for the watch with them. Gingerbread was good on that watch. Bless you for you sneeze and find the shoe.
Thank you, Charlie! I appreciate your blessings :) Aloha!
the blue leather strap combo is my jam!
Thats an amazing Video for that seiko blue dial....did a lot of justice to that asset, i have the same and now going to replace with new strap asap...Thanks buddy..😄
I would recommend the SARB 33 for blending into an art gallery.
You know, I tried to do the whole art gallery thing in a few locations. I got told to stop each time. haha! It's like WHYYY BRO? FREE ADVERTISING! But no.
it has been discontinued... sadness
dodolabis you can very easily find one for many years to come.
7:50 is the best combo
I like your sense of humor.
I have pumpkin orange Barton, makes all my watches look good
I ordered already the watch after looking at this video omg
15:23 Achoo-giggity. Yep - I caught that, Quagmire. LOL
Anyway, great video! Definitely going for the blue strap.
Fun video and great selection - last strap (Red scales pattern) wins! Complements the blue dial perfectly.
ohhhh I agree 100000000% percent. I have this watch, and the original bracelet was absolute rubbish. I changed it to a black leather band, and it looks great
OMG , you were very suggestive with the 1st blue leather. Lol I'm subscribing.
Thank you. Blue dial watch search brings me to this ultimate strap guide. Very sad, some watches I like it to stick with certain straps so I force to buy a new watch if I need some other combination.:)
I’ve always said it, a “strap will make or break the watch.”
First thing I do when I open these videos is check the end of the description. This one was a bit lack luster :p but keep up the great work!
Dammit! i have failed you! It's hard to make that part entertaining lol.
I enjoy all of your videos, my wallet does not.
Thank you and also, ooops :p
Bought the last one , the Timestrap red scale one at 15:07 for my blue dial Seiko 5 - it makes the watch. Thanks for the tip.
I love the look of mesh bracelets but they always pull the hair on my arms. LOL
I have only just discovered this video, I thought I had watch all your uploads!
You are completely right about the Seiko 5 looking good on anything.
I've got strap from eternitizzz and combat-straps that cost more than my Seiko 5, but that little Seiko can roll with the punches along side the big boys!
That blue 'gator like strap from Hadley roma is beautiful on that! Great vid!
I think the second last one was the best. The black leather strap with white stitching. Would’ve been better if there was an all black leather strap 👌
this watch is Band width about 19~ 20mm :D
you got that island vibe bro! i just visited waikiki for a week this august and i absolutely need to go again... or move there
My wife and I have been laughing our asses off watching this video, we are definitely going to buy this watch now. Just subscribed to your channel, keep it up brother you’re a great reviewer!
That blue strap is really nice
Love the sound effects and uncle Jimmy hahaha new sub for that :)
my favorites on it is the mesh bracelet and the blue suede 😍
White stitched black strap is the best
It does look very classy, huh? Good choice!
Extremely versatile watch
What tool do you use to remove the strap. Could you leave a link please. I'm new to this so I don't know🤣
I liked all crocodile except the red+the mesh.
Bruh thats the most beautiful dial ive ever scene
Love the straps and bracelets! Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome, Jojo! I do this for the people!!
Wow you sold the hell outta this affordable watch. Seiko needs to compensate you for the free ad
What's the width (size) of these bands??
Wow! Amazing straps! I love my SNK809!
An iconic Seiko 5 for sure! probably the MOST iconic!
O yeah!
Hey mate, will these straps fit Seiko SNK357?
Good concept on the video. I love the selections as well, except for the mesh, its just not for me. I like how you demonstrated enough of each and then moved on. The beauty of this watch is its versatility with many differnet bands. Good job.
lug width? 18mm? 20mm? love it :)
Sadly the Wocci brown suede is no longer available and is not so easy to find Hadley Roma straps in Italy
Great vid , can you interchange straps on all Seiko 5's , asking for my son
Will these straps work with the Seiko 5 SNK793?
Love the video. What a transformation. Dare I suggest you might do the same for the Alpinist? What fun that would be. 👏
The video u had in the forest with the Saab 035, or 033, was untouchable.... that music was bustin heads... nice straps btw...
Yeah, i'm trying to recreate that with another watch. It's not going so well haha! Thanks, man!
1st time watching your channel, really like your unpretentious "presenting", Enjoyed the video v-much, I'm looking to buy a decent watch, until I started researching I'd never look at a Seiko but now I know how good they are, again thank for a cool video,cheers from Ireland.
Very useful vid. Thanks mate
Great examples, favorited!
That savage laugh 😈
mesh looking amazing!!!
The Seiko SNKE51 I just ordered says it takes an 18mm strap
Did 20mm fit?
I should buy seiko 5 like your designs...mine is SNK809 stainless steel version... I like simple and clean dial...
I have seen on internet lug is 18mm. Can you confirm it?
The lugs on the SNKE51 are 20 mm :)
18mm is for snk793 which model is similar like snke51
exactly, seiko 5 just need a strap change, the stock bracelet/strap does do its justice! sadly, most of the people are turned away because of the stock look
Keep it up! Nice video. What strap would you recommend for a SNK809 w/ black dial?
I've been planning to get this, but the only version available in India comes with the notched strap requirement...which sucks! All my current straps will either need to be cut or will be unuseful.
Is it possible to get the name on the number 4 there? My Norwegian ears has a hard time to get it... The red/brown leather is stunning!
That intro hahahaha great video!
The lugs on this watch are listed as 18mm. Are you cutting the ends of these straps down from 20mm on the ends, or are these in fact 18mm straps?
Strangely, Watchsleuth describes the watch as having a 20mm lug, while the manufacturer says 18mm. I will wait for my new SNKE51 to arrive before buying any strap! www.watchsleuth.com/seiko5finder/search/?MOD=SNKE51
I have the SNKE51 here now and the lugs measure 20mm.
@@chuckgentry3613 thank you fyi
2 blue are the best .
that's the best perfect watch of inexpensive it. i have bought this watch.
I have that exact model on a Crown & Buckle Anchorage strap! Tan nubuck leather with navy stitching.
It must be beautiful!
Great. But, where is nato strap?
The pumpkin is legit
Hello Sir, Which small seiko watch say 38mm⌚ with a 6r15 mvmnt...with wind.hack.date Day.Lume...would you recommend?. .PLEASE HELP.Thank You.
difference between this and the seiko srpe53. I saw both reviews on your channel, and the only difference I can tell is the dial time markers (round vs straight). Any more technical specs I should keep in mind before making the decision? Thanks
This looks just awesome.
This watch uses 20mm bands?
Great video as always 💪
Silly but super video. Thanks!
That's like all my videos :p It's who I am. Thank you for watching!
I even dont know enough english to understand this video but idea for watch with random straps is nice and helpfull
Had to wait for a while before I got my own piece and I tell you, its now my regular watch! I bought 4 straps (3 silicones, 1 mesh) and its so true!!! This watch is a chameleon as it complements every single strap. My friends always notice it. Cheers!!! Btw, I bought mine from a store for $62. A definite STEAL!!!!
Hi, I just ordered this watch and waiting for it to arrive excitedly. Now I am hunting down good looking straps for this beauty.Can you confirm me whether it fits 18mm or 20 mm straps? Different websites seem to have different lug width for this watch
What Size of the Strap should i order now? I have seiko snxs79k
The Hadley Roma is the best. By far. So sexy. The first one you showed.
I picked up that 40mm Tisell Type B cuz of one your last videos. That Miyota movement! I've had it for a week and I love it.
The thing that gets me about the Seiko 5 is that it's 38mm. Too small for me, but I do own one and I love it, but it's sparsely worn.
silicone and mesh are just OP