New 41mm Seiko Speedtimer - Classic X Factor
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- Опубликовано: 6 июл 2024
- Seiko has slightly upscaled the Solar Speedtimer. They currently offer it in 3 colorways. I show each in this video, as well as contrast theml to the smaller 39mm version. If you are shopping any Seiko or Grand Seiko watch, reach out to my friend Brad at Brent Miller. Excellent AD-
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0:00 - 3:34 Reminiscent of 'Classic Seiko'
3:24 - 7:54 39mm vs 41mm
7:54 - 8:48 Conclusion 
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excellent review! yesterday I saw all the variants in person and first got the new seiko speedtimer 41 ice blue dial but ended up exchanging it for the blue dial. ice blue dial is beautiful but made it hard to see the white markers when there is low light. black is classic, panda is too daytonaish, blue is sharper and the sunburst dial is mesmerizing. totally agree with bruce. this is the most satisfying seiko i've seen in long time. timeless design, milled bracelet, solar, sapphire, looks and feels totally high quality. i have rolexes, cartier, chopard, citizen, casio. And
this one is one of my favorite - looks, function, feel, quality, and priced at level i can bring and wear at ease!
Bought the older version over the newer one. Love it, just fits perfectly on my 6.75 in wrist.
This is a stellar release by Seiko. I really like this version more than the one from last year in 39mm. I haven't had the chance to try this on the wrist, but the size, the hands, the white lume, the bezel, the spacing on the dial, basically all the things you mention just make this a winner over the previous release. I need to figure out when (versus other watch wants), but I want to pick one of these up at some point. Thanks for taking a look at all 3.
You shld pick all 3 up.....
I got the SSC911 about a month ago and I love it. Awesome addition to the collection
Love my 39mm golden panda, totally agree about the old seiko, i still have a sarb033 that i paid about $300 for and wear it regularly
Very nice looking watches,I enjoy the double tick of the second hand disguises the quartz movement......
Great review Bruce. So good of you to direct compare the sizes which matters far more for a chronograph with 4 dials and not 1.
Execution of markers and handset is to me better on the 41, the bezel is better on the 39.
I had a GMT on my list for next watch but I can't take my eyes of that SBDL095
I wonder if Seiko will release a version of this with the golden 'Pogue' dial... It's the 50th anniversary of Skylab in 2023; the timing would be perfect...
Bang bang
An excellent review of the options.
Good looking watches, thanks Bruce 👍
That 41 mm Panda looks so nice. I really like the splashes of red which enhances the whole look of the watch. Just wish it was a bit cheaper.
Want them all! 😍
Great review, I initially tried the 39mm and was put off by the smaller 6 o,clock sub-dial. It’s a very attractive time piece but just a bit small. I spoke to people saying they should bring out a larger variant… my prayers were answered. D.V. I will acquire the SSC911P1 (panda) variant this year.
New subscriber here. Just bought the 41mm with white/silver dual. Such a pleasure to listen to this review through the eyes of a true Seiko enthusiast. Question: did you say the aluminum bezel is prone to scratching?
Nice review. These are becoming very popular and it's affordable.
I’ve always liked the Speedtimers. The Panda being my favourite. The only gripe I have with Seiko is the bracelet to lug interface. From what I see, the lugs jut past the end link slightly and appears that the bracelet a generic style used over a variety of models and the interface is noticeably “off”. I know it’s a small detail however with the increasing price demand; I expect a bit more attention to the small details. Of course it won’t matter if I put it on a strap. I still love the watch.
These are great, got a lot of Seiko's but I am interested !!!
This is the review I've been waiting for. If they put a completely black bezel on the 41mm panda, it would be perfect! I don't particularly like the grey bezel. Thanks Bruce--great review!!
I like the smaller 39mm just wish it had more micro adjustments on the clasp. I’ve gotten complements when I’ve worn mine.
I love this watch!
Awesome review.
Great video. Thanks
I like the Panda best. It’s a lot of watch for $700. And like you, I like the larger size.
So is the extra 2mm that the 41 gains over the smaller version gained purely by a larger bezel, or is it larger in other ways too? It would be good to know how they compare in terms of lug-to-lug size.
I'm so torn between the panda and pepsi versions anyways.
Great review as always Bruce. I love the watches I just don't like the date placement. In fact I wish the they didn't include a date. But overall a great series of watches by Seiko!!
Why does the new 41mm panda SSC911 dial look grey on website compared to the true white panda on the 39mm?
This is my favorite video about Seiko 911. Currently, I stay study about models of Seiko than not more similar of Daytona. And, your comment about proportionality of 41mm than 39mm is my same opinion. Not just about size, but the Seiko style for me is more present in the 41mm. The 39mm it's absolutely amazing, but, i feels like a Daytona (saytona for someones). I save your video for me remember and appreciate up to buy my 41mm.
Seikopath? I'm using that. That's awesome.
Nice Review. Is the panda dial white or Silver Bruce?
I got the panda and it’s amazing. Haven’t taken it off one day since buying it over 1 month. Don’t mind the bracelet fit on the lugs. Don’t mind the bracelet in general and only two micro adjustments as i found a perfect fit for me. Don’t mind the 21mm. I love the watch and it’s an amazing daily wearer and that it is quartz so I can just pick it up and go. The 39mm as a chrono is too small for me. 41mm is perfect. And love that it got some lume worthy of the seiko. The silver white dial is a lot nicer for me than the white on the previous smaller version.
The “Ice Blue” version looks best. SSC935. You forgot that one.
Seiko had a 41mm chronograph that was a JDM only model for years. Is this the same watch, or is it all new?
Loving the Pepsi version 😎
What Is that green face one you had on at the beginning 😍
7:49 I have really enjoyed watching you share your experience with so many different seiko and grand seiko models over the years Bruce; so I just wanted to thank you for that. I remember all the different marine master iterations you went through lol. That said, which Seiko model has ultimately survived in your collection so far? I know you're currently in a bit of a watch consolidation period so I wouldn't be surprised if there's currently no Seiko's in your collection (but it does bring a tiny tear to my eye 🥲). Any that you're currently eyeing? 👀
I appreciate it! Right now I have one Seiko. It is the srpc13 recraft ufo. It's a keeper because it was a gift from my father. I don't wear it much but it's really cool. The seiko I most covet right now is the SLA63 Uemura Aurora limited edition. I really want an 8L Willard
@@BruceWilliams woah, the case does look very retro with a ufo like shape! Very cool. SLA63 is absolute 🔥. I have the SPB301 Naomi Uemura special edition glacier Willard and I absolutely love it. The only thing that's missing is that amazing 8L movement like you said!
Just purchased the ssc911. 😊
The size was a put off , saw the new panda few days ago , nice watch
Funny you uploaded this just an hour ago, I was just cross shopping between the 911 and the 813!
Glad I can help
I'd get back into chronographs if they made the ST in a 43mm or larger.
Does it have a screw down crown? And what is the quality of its clasp?
Nice review. I have a subjective question: which of the 41mm versions looks best in person? I don’t have a retailer that carrie’s them nearby to see them in person.
My own opinion- 1) Panda 2) Coke 3) Pepsi
The only issue with the larger version is the lug size is 21mm. Try to find a watch band to fit is rather impossible to nonexistent!
I bought this watch and I absolutely love it, but I have a question... Has anyone else noticed that the action on the upper "A" button has less of a "click" when you press it than the lower "B" button to reset the chrono? Obviously, it's nothing like an automatic watch where there is a very definite click, but in my case the upper button feels a bit "softer" than the lower button and while there is a subtle click, it's less than the lower button. Is this normal? Anyone else notice this?
Does anyone sell a replacement ceramic bezel insert?
Personally, I prefer the 39mm panda. I absolutely love mine and get compliments regularly. On the new ones….The coke and Pepsi looks nice …however, No all black bezel? Gray and black with silver dial. 21 mm Lug?
What's going on with the "shadow hands" on the subdials? Hopefully people know what I mean, it's like there's a burn mark of where a hand was?!
I’ll wait until it goes on 30% sale at Macys
Thank you bw
You haven't touched on the bracelet. The larger version seems to have a better-fitting bracelet in terms in design, on 39mm it looks like an afterthought.
What are your thoughts on The new automatic Tissot panda chronograph PRX Bruce ?
I love the prx chrono, I have the blue one. The panda looks nice. I would prefer silver accents and not gilt
The 41 seems to have better proportions. I don’t understand why they didn’t use a white date wheel on the white version (for both sizes). It kills the design for me.
I have both. The ssc813 and the ssc911. I gotta admit for a 6.4inch wrist. Theres just sumthing about the 39mm that just works. It wraps around ur wrist better. Rhe new one is nice. But on wrist i dknt know. Just not as good the 39. Its just.... Better. The dimensions i mean.
The 24 hour subdial has always seemed useless to me--like it's basically there just for show. Have you found any use for it while wearing the watch?
Agree with you. It'd be much more useful if we could set it individually, say to track another time zone or something. Otherwise, it's just like "do I know if it's AM or PM outside where I am?" 😂
Lol no use. I like the pr feature though. Especially on a solar powered quartz
Nice review Bruce.
Can I ask. The movement.... At this price range, assume it won't be anything special?
But no mention in your review of it, it's accuracy (quoted or by your own measure).
I assume therefore it's pretty poor?
Its quartz. It will be accurate.
@@Bredes1 if true Andre. Fair play.
Either way. Not clear at all from the review it seemed.
Also Seiko renowned for rubbish Mechanical movements..... Hence the query.
Not poor. It's a v192 solar quartz. Nothing of note but solid for sub 700 imo
I've not fallen out with Seiko but necessary to be more cagey these days. Most Seiko will be heavily discounted at times by dealers in need of cash flow. When you can buy at 25/35% off is the time to jump in. I've had the occasional deal at 50% discount
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The bezel on the 39mm looks nicer.
Seiko still a good value considering their contribution to horology I can’t see micro brand being preferred to an original player in horology the like of seiko
I'm with you
I got the 39mm one then the 41mm came out and I like that one more ...............,......
it's just personal preference, i have the sand dial and love it, the bezel is the real highlight. this new version with that flatter bezel is too generic, looking more like a daytona homage, having said that, i intend to buy the pepsi version too, it's too eye catching, just spacing out my purchase and not buy too many at one go
The 39mm looks better finished, mainly because of the bezel.
If only they could have placed the date better - or not at all.
no ceramic insert?
No ceramic
@@BruceWilliams not good for such price
@@Jollopukki2 if it was ceramic it would cost more
I just bought the coke version and love it.. But the crown is a push pull and not a screw down... This was the only negative thing about the watch..
The blue dial > black dial > white dial
The 21mm lug width kills it for me. I think these looks great and can’t wait to see other models but hope we get more normal lug width.
Do you mean in terms of sourcing other strap options? I don't think 21mm is as unusual as it once was.
To me the panda is the only one I would consider but not for 700. Too many micros at 500 or less I like way more.!!
Exactly!
Pepsi for me
Solar ?
Yes
@@BruceWilliams yeah couldn’t remember … looks good … miss old seiko
The 813 looks better in proportions
The black and grey colour gradation on the dial destroyed the look !
That Coke and Pepsi looks great, especially the Coke since I'm always on the lookout for cool watches with red. For $700, for what you get, this is a wonderful price point. Ughhh... I'm really trying to limit my collection in number and already have 2 Seikos. I need to stop watching RUclips.
Lol it's the constant struggle! Too many cool ones, the question becomes which makes the cut. I think your right though, if we unplugged and enjoyed our watches in ignorance new releases wouldn't pose a issue
@@BruceWilliams ignorance is bliss at times. lol
I think Seiko is now being beaten by microbrands! Microbrands are not only doing a great job, they are also bringing great values.
$700 and no screw down crown??
it is certainly new. but not improved. It looks chunkier than the older 813
What?
I can't stop think bout this but now I like the blackface (politics aside)
Criminally overvalued. You can get a titanium solar Casio Oceanus with more functionality for less money.
Nope. I prefer the original. The bigger size looks off to me.
Too big
downgrade
My God…what a horrible video. Is there a place I can go to get the time I wasted back again?
I guess it was too much to hope for to just have an actual review that talked about THESE watches.
Just purchased a Pelagos 39 and as part of the deal, my AD gave me a £200 gift card so l used the discount towards the 39mm Seiko Speedtimer Panda for £390 - absolutely love it and wears brilliantly. Yes l’m loving the Pelagos 39 too 😅
That is awesome! Congrats Adam
why couldnt they make this in an automatic, solar is cheap to me...