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Seiko Arnie: The Best Iconic Dive Watch Under $500 & Why Schwarzenegger Choose It Over His Rolex
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- Опубликовано: 14 авг 2024
- Why did Arnold Schwarzenegger choose a Seiko over his Rolex? In today's video, we return to a favorite topic on the channel-watches in movies-with a watch so famous because of its appearance in several films, that it's colloquially referred to as the "Arnie." But beyond its famous wearer, the Seiko H558 was reissued in 2019 with the SNJ025, along with a variety of new color options. During my research and analysis of this watch, I discovered it was selected for reasons far beyond its futuristic looks. Join me for revealing and surprising discoveries, hidden meanings, a fascinating backstory, and why this Seiko reissue, in my opinion, is now the best iconic dive watch under $500.
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I bought that watch right before I went to basic training and it lasted through my entire enlistment. As an Airborne infantry soldier, I beat the hell out of it and it never let me down. When I was a freshman in college, it died on me. I went to the mall to have the battery changed and was horrified to discover that the battery had ruptured and that the watch was destroyed. It felt like a part of me had died. I still have it in a box with all of my other Army stuff.
Wow thanks for your service! Damn sorry to hear that bro 💪😢
What was the original price in the 80s?
Great story. I understand why you have that attachment.
Cheers from Sydney, Australia.
Another outstanding video TGV. You have successfully found a way to talk about one of the greatest action movies ever for 15 minutes on a watch channel. The watch is great and functional, and the only real downside is the size. It wears a little bit smaller than the dimensions suggest, but it’s undeniably a chunkster of a watch.
About predator: In college my buddies and I watched this movie and when it was over we wanted to watch it again, so we watched it for a 2nd time. Then in the morning another friend came over who had never seen it so we watched it a 3rd time within a 24 hour period. It’s that good of a movie.
I agree! I'd buy one like a shot if they did one sized like the Emperor Tuna at 52mm.
When’s the best time to watch The Predator?
(whisper) “Any time”
I sometimes watch either this or Aliens when ironing my shirts
I do love the blend of interesting factual content and humour, TGV. Appreciate the effort that goes into these films. Chapeau, sir
+1
Indeed!
Affirmative!
I own the Pepsi reissue, and it has become one of my favorites. It is by far my biggest watch, but Seiko applied their usual sizing magic. Thus, it wears really comfortably, and doesn't look bulky at all on my 7" wrist. I don't see myself ever parting with this true gem.
Excellent to hear - I think I am going to buy one shortly.
It's got flaws like a plastic shroud, no backlight when in stopwatch mode and a short thin second hand to point the worst but this tool of a watch brings the best looking analog digi combo of any watch. I thank Seiko for bringing this one back.
Thank you for an excellent video. Taking everything into consideration, the Arnie is prably superior to the Rolexes in most aspects: more rugged, more accurate, more functional and now with solar power, probably longer lasting. And at about 5% of the price of the Rolex. With the Arnie and the Capt Willard, Seiko pretty much owned the action movie scene of the 70s and 80s.
I read that the solar module is only good for 10 years or so, though
@@calumryan6328 , that may be true, but the Rolex must be serviced every 5 years or so and that will probably cost many times the full price of the Arnie. And the module can be replaced.
Automatic watches can stop keeping accurate time very easy.
This is why all law enforcement/military wears quartz.
Even though action films are meant to be over the top fun films to enjoy,it's always good to see some degree of 'realism' in the watches they wear.Arnie wearing his Seiko or Gerrard Butler wearing a G Shock in Olympus Has Fallen are better choices than Richard Mille in Expendables 3.
I have the 025 version, put on an Uncle Seiko waffle strap because I wasn’t thrilled with the thickness of the original. I have to admit that, in spite of my owning several G-Shocks, this has become my default watch for casual travel and physical activity. I like the fact that I can read the digital display without going through a button routine to move the hands, and I’ve used the stopwatch function for timing exercise activities (I also appreciate that Seiko didn’t opt for a negative LCD display in the interests of “military style fashion”).
I know this is an old review of yours and you never fail to deliver, but the way you write and describe the watch itself and its history shows your love for horology and its rich history for a simple seiko arnie. not much reviewers would go to such lengths but you sir go the extra mile and I appreciate it.
On a serious note, I had the re-issue Arnie with both the black and the Pepsi bezels. Great watches, and I enjoyed them thoroughly. Sold them off of course to fund other purchases...as I recall to fund something from my favorite micro brand (a brand I wish you'd give attention to), Zelos. But thanks for this great overview. Have a great weekend. Onwards.....Upwards.....
1987 Predator is lightning in a bottle and a Hollywood cornerstone for action horror. Interesting to see the history and how Seiko was locked into the marketing scene. 1986 Aliens with Sigourney Weaver's Seiko 7A28-7000 is another great example.
He wore the same watch in commando as well
Fantastic beginning... now we will never find this watch because of another wonderful vid... shameful
Fandabidosy. All my favourites again in one video, 80s, Seiko, Japan, Movies. Quite literally just re-watched one of my favourite 80s movies (one of many many) Black Rain, wearing my Casio databank. Shame I'm not wearing an Adidas tracksuit and shelltoes and I'd be in heaven 🙏. Fantastic research, history and production sir. Have a great Easter my friend and as always thank you
I remember going to buy this watch in 1985 after watching Commando. It lasted for over 20years before the rubber strap decayed and became brittle from the elements and all my adventures. Loved this watch! Looking forward to purchasing the reissue.
It took 36 years for my H601 strap to break in two. I mostly use it as a bedside clock and it was already hairline cracked one day. I picked it up and the hairline went straight through to the other side after 30 seconds which it then failed and broke, once and for all. Great watch. Going to get a good aftermarket strap tomorrow at my watch guy.
As a kid of the 90s, i have a warm fuzzy feeling, when i see those action movies, just brings good childhood memories, brilliant TGV.
Me too my friend, me too. Very well put.
Thank you my friend! 😎💪
Best regards,
TGV
Genius TGV. I can’t wait to see Hugo’s new movie 😁. I quite fancy adding an ‘Arnie’ to my growing Seiko collection after seeing your take on its history and importance. Stay safe.
Arnold was one of my childhood heroes growing up, so buying the SNJ 025 was a no-brainer for me when I started collecting watches. It's an absolutely fantastic watch. My one and only gripe is that its accuracy is slightly less than that of my Eco-Drives, and there is no countdown timer function, which would have make it truly perfect.
It's hard to believe this watch was released over 40 years ago. Classic mechanical watches often stand the test of time, but apart from the casios of the day, this is one of the few quartz designs that has done the same.
You also mentioned James Bond but I think you missed an opportunity to mention that the H558 was actually used by Roger Moore in A view to kill 2 years prior to predator. It would have further established that the watch was largely overshadowed by Rolex and Omega in that setting, and required a bombastic action hero like Arnold to make it pop on screen.
OMG, it really has been that long?!?!? I feel old 😂😂 Great point, thank you for sharing that.
Best regards,
TGV
Yes Hugo, wear a ski mask during a bank heist. That'll help conceal the fact that you're not a giant T-Rex XD
🤣🤣🤣🤣👏👏👏👏
Thank you Junwoo,
Best regards
TGV
Thank you for this my friend! It’s one of my favourite watches I own 100% when I wear the SNJ025 I feel empowered , tougher!!!!!;) it’s weird!;) very well made my friend! A little serious delivery!!!!! But cool!
Exactly brother! finally orderred mine cant wait to feel like a powerhouse 💪😎❤️
I ought to get an Arnie one of these days. That and a Flightmaster. Both really interesting watches from Seiko, and I love you’re videos about the brand. Top quality.
As always an excellent intro. You know as much about film as you do about watches, knowing the best clips that will work best in different situations 👍🏻
I love this watch. I've used it everyday for 2 years now. The idea of having the legibility of a Seiko dive watch (with LumiBrite) combined with the functionality of a digital watch is just superb. I only wish the digital module were more advanced/feature rich. I want a countdown timer, a third button so that I can use the light with the stopwatch (and timer), and G-Shock style buttons that can be depressed underwater. Also, I personally would like it to be a few mm smaller, but the size doesn't really bother me. Honestly, it's fine compared with full size Tuna's.
Great video! You always do your research and include rich detail in your reviews, discussions, and advice/tips for collectors videos. I love the history and discussion of why Arnold wore the H558 in so many movies (he actually also wore it in Running Man, at the airport). I am a huge fan of Arnold's movies of the 80s and 90s, so I got an SNJ025 when they came out. It is one of my favorite watches in my collection. Every so often, I will put it on and have a Saturday Arnold marathon; Predator, Commando, Raw Deal, and Running Man.
I tried my first Seiko the weekend
(Urban safari grey) and purchased instantly! I was wearing my Rolex on the day but couldn't leave without owning it,what a watch and a bargain at £330.00 Again blown away by this watch I can't stop looking at it 😆👍
Congrats!!! Enjoy and thank you for sharing that.
Best regards,
TGV
Could of done with one of these last week! Was on an army exercise at an undisclosed location, and forgot a beater - only had a 34mm Longines conquest I had brought for the Officer’s Mess!
Safe travels where ever you are my friend! Thank you for stopping by. I presume a vintage Conquest, regardless, they are all absolute class. I bet you have the best watch in there!
Best regards,
TGV
My grandpa left me a non-working Casio baby Arnie. I swapped in a working movement and put on a nice rubber strap. In “his” watch box, but I still wear it around the house time to time. One of my favorites. I want to replace the cracked crystal in his Seiko Arnie next
I love how TGV never cares if the broad audience is interested in a particular film or related topic - he does whatever pleases him and most of the time it’s great fun!! Who cares about the views when you can have fun
All the watch nerds love movies like this.
Wow. Hugo hold his own against those legendary actors. Well done!
I think you went a bit "off the reservation" with your hypotheses here TGV. Who had the best weapons: the Predator. Who had the most powerful physique: the Predator. For me, the theme of Predator is the triumph of Man's mind against what we would view as a superior adversary.
I'll leave the worship of muscle to the Putins, Cuffy Meigs's and Pajama-boy Nietzscheans of this world.
insightful analysis and commentary with incredible editing. this was a watch review masterpiece tgv! I dont have the words to encapsulate how awesome and appreciated it is to have this kind of content for years now. Thanks and Godspeed!
TGV, that intro was exquisite. Got to watch the video with the whole family, and we all were very impressed with your editing skills. I don’t know what your day job pays you, but you probably deserve more. If your work outside of the Urban Gentry is half as good as what you do here, you, Sir, are a testament to excellence in your field!
As for the Arnie, I learned more about “the Arnold” and his work in these 18 minutes than I have in the entirety of the rest of my life. The new version of the watch is quite compelling, but I am not sure I could pull it off. I like it and love that it is solar now, but it seems HUGE! I don’t quite have the arms of Arnold….so I might look a bit like Hugo wearing your Tudor sub! Anyway, learned a great deal from you as always, and your production and entertainment quality is off the charts. Thank you , my friend! Onwards and upwards. Be well!
Such a great review. The intro was a chef’s kiss and a lovely bonus.
Hi from sydney, Australia in ‘24
“If it bleeds we can kill it “!!!
I have both, th SNJ025 & SNJ027. Both are worth every penny that I paid for them. It is an iconic watch.
In 1986 this was the watch issued to us when we graduated from USAF Pararescue school - it's awesome!
Absolutely awesome. That is very cool to hear, thank you for adding to this watch legacy and this video too.
Best regards,
TGV
Got this one after a year’s research when I finally saw it on my wrist. It’s one of the best purchases I’ve ever made.
Hey mate
Don’t know if you will see this but thought I would post my story regardless
I tried this watch on a couple years ago and thought it was too big for my wrist and forgot about it
I’ve just sold my aquaracer and saving up slowly for a seamaster 300m and have been desperately looking at options to wear in the meantime and then keep as a
Beater/spare watch when I get my grail
This video came up randomly on my feed and thought it may be beneficial to give the watch another go
I did a quick Google and found that this watch has just been reduced as a run out from $800aud to $435aud and I am now a proud owner of an “arnie” after driving to the store to try on straight after watching your video (they said it was the last one left)
Was looking at gshock options but much happier now I have this on my wrist
Thank you for your work on the channel and hope you see this as an example of how your videos can very quickly influence your viewers
I’ve got a top stuck screw so can’t change the time and bottom now won’t change settings with push if button what a shame as will need to take it back
Okay got it unstuck after a lot of work. Side lug doesn’t move smoothly but time is set up and working, looks great on wrist so will keep and go through warranty if any issues as got it for a great price.
Your thesis is wonderful and you put a lot of work into your content, play on! The history or the pinky ring was incredible.
TGV is it true that Hugo will be in Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness???
I just ordered my Seiko 025 this morning! Seeing your great video only confirmed my purchase! Cheers Mate!
I got a “Safarnie” khaki for my 50th b’day. Unexpected gift … I would probably got the Pepsi if I bought it. But it’s PERFECT. I love it & is my go-to quartz or outdoors beater. Also great for wearing over my jacket in winter weather. The khaki color is very unassuming & this “Tuna” wears surprisingly small due to the recessed lug 2 lug width
LOVE that one, I adore the design of that. I deffo want to check those out. So happy to hear your enjoyment of it.
Thank you for sharing that.
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry I’m actually tearing my house apart looking for it as I misplaced it last week. Keep up the good work @TGV. Also, as a former Philadelphian, an examination of the Philly Belgian restaurant/beer scene would be a great vid (assuming Philly is still the US center of the Belgian scene … haven’t been back since the mid-aughts)
Excellent analysis!! Better than any movie critic 👏🏼👏🏼
I bougth the new version last year and I love the fact that is solar powered!!
I have the h588 5009 and it’s still going strong I bought it in 1984 , still enjoy wearing it !
Excellent watch ⌚ but my favorite action 🎬 movie watch ⌚ is the Chronosport UDT Sea quartz equipped with a Breitling movement worn by Sly Stallone in Rambo. Another stellar video pizan 🇮🇹
My everyday beater watch is the Arnie. Doesn't let me down.
Heat is my favorite movie of all time, so this was my favorite intro of all time. Great work TGV.
got mine a year ago - was a total POS - bubbles all over the lume pips, misaligned chapter ring and after a few times in the ocean the bezel totally seized up. sent it to Seiko New Zealand to be fixed and re-pressure tested under warranty and when I got it back I unscrewed the crown to set the time and THE ENTIRE CROWN ASSEMBLY FELL OUT. Seiko never replied when I contacted them about it. I managed to get it replaced by the AD I bought it from and the replacement works great and I'm very happy with it, Its survived heaps of surfing, swimming rough and tumble etc. I love the watch but will probably never risk buying a Seiko again after the dogshit service.
OMG!! Not only was I super impressed with the trailer - But then the video afterwards turned out to be effing great as well!! I would love to see more videos from you focusing on watches in movies.and TV series. Thank you for this one. I was very entertained! 👍👍
I just purchased the metal SNJ033, can't wait for it. I have too many silicon band watches but I've really wanted a variation of this watch.
I'd rather watch Hugo thank Bobby any day of the week.
I do have an arnie that I love, but while it isnt huge, the rubber strap does take space and this watch does not work with long sleeved shirts if you want it to tuck in under the sleeve.
I have an Arnie and I love it, but does anyone know where I can get an extra gasket for the pushers? One of mine came off and its such a weird size none of the industrial supply places ive looked have anything close to the right size. I also tried emailing seiko about it to no avail.
Great start to the weekend! 👍
Thank you Javi, have a great weekend!
Best regards,
TGV
Love this but still happy with my SKX. Class episode as always. Heat2 better be in the pipeline! 👍🏴😃
Just ordered one of these and I can’t wait. As someone with a big wrist, anything under 42-43mm looks like a child’s toy on me, I love the size of this.
Another terrific video TGV. I do love Urban Gentry videos that combine watches and cinema. Films are the reason I became interested in watches, so this combination of subjects fascinates me. I only recently started to look at the classic Schwarzenegger action films, and Predator was a really fun movie to watch. It certainly made me appreciate the Seiko 'Arnie' a lot more.
Wow. I was a huge Commando and Predator fan as a teenager never even knew about Raw Deal. I’m going to watch it tonight. Cheers. 😎👍
My favorite watch channel reviewing my daily d(r)iver? Good start to the weekend!
my favourite part in the movie -
"read this. it may save your life!"
"i ain't got time to read!"
I have a "SafArnie" and when I'm wearing it I'm fairly certain I'm 15% stronger. :) One of the things I like about this watch is although I don't have an Arnie sized wrist it's quite wearable on my 6 and 3/4" wrist. I love G-Shocks but watches like the Mudmaster don't always suit my slightly slimmer wrist size. This works quite well but still has the ultra tough look. Don't get me wrong I have a few G-Shocks I quite enjoy as well and work on my wrists but there is something about that Arnie that stands out and has even made me debate getting the 025 to compliment my 029.
I love Hugo!!! It’s one of my favorite intro segments on RUclips.
Was a bit interested in body building and Arnold did a good job. Something sporty, archetype, healthy about it. Tech was secondary and just started. A good movie was rare and we were at least 2-3 people watching. Today, we get overwhelmed by tech and should get out more. Sort of changed me recently to combine better activities. Well working tools and objects matter somehow. Good clothing and other stuff can open doors or make you sell something easier or make friends.
I've got the basic black, onto which I've added a steel shroud, Strapcode Super-O bracelet, and a MarineMaster clasp. It's got the looks of the discontinued SBBN031, and weighs as much as a small car.
The depth of detail you go to in hand with the production quality is first rate. The moment these were launched I added one to my collection. Stunning piece for all the reasons you covered.
Wow..Just wow. That intro !! Great job TGV. Heat is one of my favorite movie, that combined with Hugo. Just wow !!
Great job on another well executed video. Fantastic content. I own a H558 that remains in my “sacred collection” not often worn and a SJN025 that is my daily wearer that gets put through its paces. It’s a watch of not only character but horological importance. Your video covers it all, with a mix of facts, comedy and entertainment. Awesome job, from one Brit living stateside now to another. Thank you.
Both Predator and the Running game are the only movies with 2 future governors. Arnie and Jessy Ventura.
Ty again. I own the computron blue led reissue and the lunar pilot reissue with the nato strap and no day function, closest to david Scott's watch.
What's the suspenseful music that starts in the background at 11:40
Awesome Seiko review on the modern arnie. Now I'm gonna have to wear mine tomorrow for Seiko Saturday.
I wish we could get a reissue of the Chronosport UDT.
The Arnie is too big for daily wear for most mortals.
👏👏👏 Genius idea, the Chronospace too, the old one I mean.
Thank you Rick, too big for me too.
Best regards,
TGV
Nice watch! :-) Great Video!
Hello! Sorry I've been off for a while but glad to see your still on here making great content :)
Tom!!! So funny, I was just wondering if you were ok.
Great to hear from you. How are you doing?
Thank you for stopping by and the support.
Best regards,
TGV
I also thought that was why he was named “Dutch” in Predator. Great watch, great video.
Thank you Peter 🥂😎 Always great to see your comment. Have a great weekend my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
Looking at buying this watch one can’t help but truly marvel at the effort and quality involved in making this video. Thanks for making it so enjoyable
I’d love to buy the original Arnie, but I pulled the trigger on a pre-owned SNJ025.
Good Vid. Seiko has grown on me in the last years.. I do love the divers & the Alpinist
An "Academy Award" will be presented in 2023 for this "stunning" Urban Gentry "Intro". 👍😉
🙌🙌🙌
Thank you so much Philip, I will tell Hugo, he will love it.
Best regards,
TGV
I bought the reissue when it was released- for some reason, I sold it a few months later and reverted straight away…. So….. fast forward 2 ish years and I bought it again!!! 😂 much to the wife’s delight!…… love love this watch - definitely a keeper in the collection….
Man...what's that music in your Intro? I love it!
Just ordered this watch today! Love the movies and the history behind it. SNJ025 is such a cool piece.
The new Arnie has been my (almost) daily wearer for 3 years now, I love it :D
Fun fact: James Bond actually wore an original Arnie in a few scenes in "A View To A Kill", I believe it was the Eiffel Tower sequence.
Finally found an SNJ033 for a good price. Looking forward to seeing how a full size wears on my smaller wrist. The 43mm Save The Ocean mini Tuna wears small. Good time in with iconic cinema.
Phenomenal Review and production enough said.... Thank you
100% agree - I'm a chrono guy, but the only dive watch I have is an arnie. When I travel it's always one of the watches I take.
The coolest watch video I have ever seen! Thanks.
Get to the Choppa!
What a treat to end the last work day, cheers TGV!
LOL, GREAT intro 🙂
Bought mine on the rerelease and swapped out the plastic shroud for a quality metal one.
Great video mate.
Toodle pip.
4:55 Patrick Bateman's character was actually wearing a Seiko in American Psycho... It very much looked like a Rolex but I believe Rolex wouldn't let the watch be used for such a violent character... Seiko for the Win!
Nice video! I love my Arnie, I bought it on a whim one day and wasn't sure if I would like it, but I instantly was over the moon with it.
I cant wait too see Hugo's new movie. He's my favorite action man.
I love my Pepsi Arnie. However, o-rings on the outside of the pushers exposes them to unnecessary wear. Anyone actually using an Arnie for diving needs to carefully examine the pushers before getting wet to avoid flooding their watch with salt water.
Hey TGV, love this video because I love the Arnie and the history behind it. It bears mentioning that Arnold wore the H558 in Running Man as well as Twins and possibly while filming the original Terminator certainly T2. James Cameron was pictured with a Seiko H558 during the filming of Terminator and it's rumored that Arnold got Cameron into this Seiko watch. When the re-issues came out I jumped at the chance to have even the slightest piece of that horological and Hollywood history. Of the 5 re-issue colorways (that I know of) I picked the SNJ029P1 dubbed the Saf-Arnie. I purchased one for about $150 under MSRP and I absolutely love, love, love this watch. Unfortunately my fairytale doesn't end quite like I would have liked it. After a few months of wearing it and taking extreme care of it (none of my watches go in the shower or swimming in a pool or the ocean, etc...) I started noticing small spots of rust here and there. I took off the shroud carefully to remove any spots and lubricate. I did it again recently and noticed more rust and also after carefully removing the screws to remove the shroud, I noticed more rust, and after removing and lubricating again, the screws would no longer screw in and stay screwed. The screws are of awful quality and the continual rust showing up indicates poor coating on the case. Very disappointed in Seiko, especially for the price and such an iconic watch. I may have gotten a bum one but I suspect I am not the only one.
My favorite TV watch is Vic Mackey’s Cartier Chronoscaph in “The Shield.” He wore it in all the episodes.
Well made vid. I have a Seiko Arnie in my collection and got it purely because growing up in the 80’s Arnold was the man. Plus it’s just big, chunky and cool. I love the the strap keeper with the ‘5’ dice style holes machine gun style.
While a fantastic video about one of my all-time favourite movies, I will correct you on one fact! Arnie was, in fact, one of the smaller guys on set shorter than Bill Dukes, Sonny Landham, Jesse Ventura, and obviously dwarfed by KPH. Only Shane Black and Richard Chavez were shorter in the team, Carl Weathers was equal to Arnie at 6'2". This was all done to be the opposite of Commando, in which his team just appeared to be normal men with a herculean John Matrix leading them and were simply not his equal. The fact that Dutch was an equal to his men made their plight more desperate, the fact that the Predator throws Dutch around like a child and almost beats him, and it's only Dutchs cunning not his physicalality that finally wins through is what truly grabbed audiences and is were all the sequels have sadly missed the point. That look on Dutchs face, having failed to save his men and friends, and only just surviving himself knowing that he only just survived, followed by the montage of his men, was a master stroke of movie making
I laughed SO HARD when Hugo said "toodle pip!" 🤣🤣
Say, what reference number is that Seiko digital watch at 14:20? I have one in good condition but I'm curious if I can get it restored to pristine.
Noting that from Terminator 3 onwards he wore a custom made AP Royal Oak Offshore, which he still wears to this day.
Completely unrelated to the video, but you should really check out the Bulova 96B252, it's a completely slept on watch, with an amazing movement !