Seiko 7A28 - One of Seiko's best watches... period
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- Thanks Dylan for lending me this rare and awesome quartz chrono. I am impressed! If anyone is looking to buy one I wish you well! Scour the online forums and FB groups. I hope you get lucky
Bruce, once again you are the best at your craft my friend. I am so glad you have given the 7a28 a chance to say hello to the watch audiences. It is my most beloved Seiko quartz and a permanent stable in my collection.
Thanks for letting me try it!
Staple..
I started off going "nah, quartz" ended up going "I wonder if there are any on eBay?". Cheers Bruce.
So true. There are some specials ones out there worth the money
A beautiful piece, Bruce. Nice photography and great info. And Dylan is the most generous friend, big thanks to him for letting us see this gem up close.
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nice review Bruce , I got one (the same model you've reviewed) paid 230$ on eBay about a 2 years ago immaculate condition and never gonna sell this beautiful watch also my birth year watch , thanks again
I have one I bought when I started university im glad.its so appreciated here makes me happy
Great clean example. Big thanks to Dylan for lending. Thanks for another great review as well.
I own a seiko 7A38 which I purchased in 1982 and it's still my favorite seiko.
Me too!
I bought the gold edition of this watch in 1989, and it has served me well. No problems, no complaints. Great watch!
Awesome documentary Bruce thank you!!! I’ve watched this probably 20 times over the last week, anxiously awaiting on my own 7a28-7039 to arrive from NZ. Extremely informative and enjoyable video! This watch screams early 80s style. If I weren’t a kid then, I could see myself wearing this while catching an unbelievable SRV concert 😊
Great video. I have one of the 7038 models. It has been VERY accurate for over 30 years. Did have it serviced once and have changed out batteries. Used the chrono on mine back when I was in Army helicopters to estimate fuel flow, time /distance nav, etc. It NEVER failed me.
Wow, what a great looking watch! Seiko, please do a reissue on this beauty!
With the same movement!
Whowww!!! That is one of the most beautiful chronographs i have ever seen..
That’s just stunning man, seriously thanks for sharing this with us!
Seiko should reissue this watch with simplified markers on the outer edge of the face, a sapphire crystal and solid clasp links. Could be a huge hit!
I had no idea...I learned something today about what appears to be a significant milestone for horology. Thanks, Bruce!
And best of all -- the chapter ring is aligned! :)
lol Seiko back when it was seriously hurting the Swiss
Seiko is still hurting the Swiss.
These 7a28 Seikos are still very much under the radar. Very clean examples like we see here will surely hit the $1000 mark in the next couple of years.
I'm seeing clean ones already selling over $1000 and one the other day for close to $2000 on ebay
Wow, this is a mix of omega speedmaster, Rolex Daytona and AP Royal oak, I want one
Beautiful example and great review of it. I had this version and sold it and now i regret it. This vid makes me want it again
I have a 7A28-703A Pepsi which I bought new in 1983. Still running and I'm just starting to look at giving it a bit of love and a tidy up.
Great vid Bruce, thanks for sharing!
I have the 7a28 7049 and i can't wait till i find this version with the tachymeter!!! thank you for the best watch video ever!
Love your channel man. One of my favs on RUclips. Like your style and taste. Also very unpretentious, hope you do well lad.
Love the intros.. and again another fantastic Seiko.
Thanks brother
I do not like much quartz watches but I like this one. Thanks for sharing.
I purchased the 1989 gold daydate version two days ago... Can't take my eyes off... Awesome watch definitely
Wow that sure is a beauty! I'd love for Seiko to make a modern hommage of this watch. I'd buy it in a heartbeat.
Too bad they don't make a quartz chrono movement like this anymore.
Awesome vid Bruce!!! A Seiko Chrono equipped with the 7a28 was my first choice when trying to find a birth year watch, they were produced in the early 80s and designating the date of manufacture with Seiko is pretty easy, unfortunately I still haven't found my 1983 yet.
I wish you luck
I have that same watch but not in as good condition as that one. Great looking watch and a great vid. Thanks.
Great video of one of the best quartz movements ever!!
I was on a hunt for the RAF (Royal Air Force) Gen I model for years, but they were always out of my reach, because they were specifically made for the British Air Force and issued to pilots, they are very rare and command pretty high prices. I find them to be the best looking 7A28s out there
That is awesome
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I have one of these, but in the 2 tone steel and gold with champagne dial and Royal Oak-esque case/bezel. I picked it up about 2 years ago as NOS, in absolute unworn, mint condition with original box, paperwork, everything. Paid $250 for it... I don't think the seller realised exactly what it was... his loss was my gain. It's my favourite watch in my 7 piece all Seiko collection.
Great video Bruce! Beautiful watch!
That integrated bracelet is fricking awesome.
I love these watches.....great review
I absolutely love my 7a38!!!
awesome
i'll be on the lookout
Thanks
Just picked up a boxed NOS one of these. It's absolutely mint and stunning 😍
If you dont mind, how much did you pay for it?
Exelente cronografo, robusto, solido.
Funcioniento perfecto !
Best Seiko.
this one's still very classic nowadays. I got it around USD$300. pretty love it.
I like the Genta/Royal Oak influence.
Bought one of these in the early 80s. Chrono quit working, but it still keeps very good time.
Great video.
Thanks
Send it to Spencer Klein, he'll get it up and running
chillwill120,
Thanks for that information, I will certainly look into it.
I have the very same watch you featured but with a golden dial and a blue and red tachymeter bezel. I bought the watch in 1987 and paid £160 pounds for it. I later found out that the watch had got reduced to £80 pounds! Hindsight is a wonderful thing isn't it!. I wore it quite a bit back in the day but I seem to have bought quite a few watches over the years and it doesn't get much wrist time these days.
These are great watches. I can understand being a bit miffed at loosing out out an £80 price reduction, but have you seen what a decent condition one sells for these days. I recently saw a near "new old stock" 7a28 with the gold face sell for £750.
I found a 7A28-7030 with a "Pogue" gold dial at a Flea Market. It had an aftermarket bracelet but when the dealer told me he would take $100 cash for it I jumped on it. I probably should have kept it because it was of course very rare, accurate, and attractive but I sold it to a gent from Asia for $299.99. Sorta regret it but I am not a collector currently owning only a Seiko Blumo as my sole watch. Here is the WUS thread I made after snagging it originally with photos. forums.watchuseek.com/f21/6am-flea-market-find-neat-seiko-4154306.html
You nailed it Bruce! A really unique find that compares with the speedmaster in a more economic way. My own find (if you will) is the SND703. It IS my speedmaster. It's a great quartz chrono, but doesn't compare in overall appearance to this 7A28.
Crap.... she'd the light... you did.
Dylan, really cool piece. I'll have a lookout in Germany, to get one.
Cheers
Had a look on ebay... Man, is this in pristine condition. Love the dial layout as well.
Yeah this one is in rare condition!
Liking the intro music. Very funky
It looks really good! Love it!
Wow this one look nearly NOS. I had a 7a28 7040 JDM speedmaster which I recently sold just because I wasn't 100% happy with its condition hope to add another to the collection at some point.
This is exactly the watch I'm after... 80s fan.
That model if re-released as 39-41mm, basically same as that, just with a slight enhancement to bracelet/clasp but maintaining its design would sell like hot cakes. I'd be happy to pay up to AU$500 for that new.
Wow, I literally almost bought this same model... Nice example man!
hello! from where did you almost buy it?
Wow! Thats a classic right there
If seiko is so intelligent, deep and truly has a value.
it a very fine watch I love the looks and function I hope there's an automatic version of chronograph watch
What a beauty!
Hooray! The tachymeter scale goes a bit past the minute. It's much more likely to go over a minute than to need only ten seconds, as in timing a mile to check speedometer accuracy.
I own a 7a48 with moon phase chronograph date hand 15 jewel as well in mint condition from the early 80s they don’t make quartz like it anymore however I was told seiko doesn’t have any more movements for the caliber I own when it dies my only option would be to purchase another one for parts mine is almost 30 years old
wow great watch never knew it existed
Damn! If this would’ve been a meca quartz I wouldn’t sleep until i got this watch!
I have one and I love it
I like the bracelet n the tachometer bezel! Overall a very nice watch! What is the water resistant rating of this watch ?
I don't know, probably inadvisable to use in water though
Looks surprisingly similar to the "man on the moon" watch from Omega. Contrast wise, looks a lot prettier actually. Truly the affordability of Seiko is it's main forte. More people can enjoy it's true essence.
I'm not a chrono expert, but that's exactly the type of design and quality I'm looking for.
Color scheme, 3 subdials in this position, size, all that. If anyone can direct me towards an affordable Chrono that gives the same vibe, and is preferably still produced, please feel free to do so.
Great vid and watch. Subbed.
your friend got Seiko grails Bruce... i mean damn that is a nice piece...
Really nice watch..😍
Seiko is awesome
Same movement used in the Aliens, Ripley Watch.
Actually, that is a "reverse Panda" dial. Nice watch.
Got mine in 2019 for about $400 good luck even finding one today.. Reaching $2,000 these days
Here we are less than a year after this video and you're not going to find this watch in NOS condition like this for $500, trust me. What a deal!
I wish seiko would create a modern version of this with solar.
Good review.
Very very cool looking watch man, would buy it right now if wasnt qaurtz.
This quartz has better history than most modern mechanical movements and it's really high quality. I think you shouldn't be discouraged by it.
Omega speed master seiko quartz! Beast
My Seamaster with a Cal.1538 hits every indices dead on, I don't know what you're on about Bruce?
Hey Bruce! I really like your channel, great great content!
May I ask where did you get your macro lens for your iphone? I am looking for one for my Galaxy s7. Cheers!
Cheap one at best buy. I think Insignia was the brand
hi, i recently inherited a 7050 and i have trouble adjusting the timer back to 0
Same problem over here with a 7a28-701a, how did you fix it
Time to do some shopping!
nice... which one is More rare? 7039 or 703B?
Very nice watch but the second hand prices are too high.
hi do you know anything about seiko 7a28 6020 or how much it is worth today i own this watch cant seem to find much info about it on the net
Is there any modern version of this watch ?
Do you know what seiko new model.. That similar to this watch?
Great watches - you been watching Spencer Klein videos? :-)
I've never heard of Spencer Klein, but if he is a Seiko nut I'll have to look him up haha
Bruce Williams oh yes you definitely should. He did a quick technical perspective on the same watch on RUclips the day before you. He's not really a youtuber but a watchmaker specialising in vintage Seiko. He's hugely respected and was big on the forums before RUclips and Facebook. What he doesn't know about vintage Seiko isn't worth knowing. Plus if you've an expensive vintage Seiko that needs work he's one of the best.
Looks inspired from an Omega.
Spencer Klein did a vid on the 7a quartz a day ago...check it out!
Any recommendations of reputable sites to buy older watches such as this?
Sorry I don't know of any
Ok, thank you for the reply! Excellent review, thanks!
Is the dial lumebrite or tritium ?
How much?
Yes, I have a tacky -meter on my sports car.
Willing to sell?
Damn, just discovered these. Looks like im late to the party
Underrated? Have you seen the prices they are asking? 700€ and up. No way!
There's gonna be a recraft version one day...
sadly probably and they will make it 47mm
Mine has a moon phase
Designed by Gerald Genta
Nope, as you were saying the second hand of the chrono hit the marker every time they actually miss left and right all the time
As soon as I saw quartz on the dial I had to bow out!
Ill take it over a moon watch any day.
after owning a seiko kinetic i wouldnt wear anything else.
Looks like "speedmaster"
7a28 7020 that's the one I've got. With the Black face
Take my f-ing money!!