Great review mate - subbed! I just repurchased the SNKL41 again after selling it a year ago. First time I've ever repurchased a watch, that says something about it.
I have a Seiko dive watch that has the 7826 movement... I bought it in December 1999 and it is still going strong.. It keeps good time and has never been serviced.. That says alot for this movement, it really does.
I’m possessing this watch for 4 years now. Wearing kind of frequently especially the first 2 years I wore it every single day. Recently have changed watch’s bracelet as old one rattled. Have a big deep scratch on the dial, accidentally hit the door knob with it. The watch are running decently. Love them.
@@NordicWatchChannel Grüße, sehr schöne Reviews präsentierst du hier! Habe mir letztes Jahr eine SNXS in schwarz gekauft und überlege mir jetzt noch etwas silbernes oder weißes zuzulegen, SNKL41 oder SNK355.
Thank you mate! I think I was able to understand this without Google translate (proud). Hope you have liked your SNXS in black. If you're still wondering which one of the silver ones to get, I'd personally say go with the SNKL41, I prefer that one. Tchüß!
Im waiting for mine!! I have muuuch expensive watches but this seiko for that price looks awesome, the best combo the one with the black leather strap, i will put mine in a light brown leather one, very good video!
Always nice to be waiting for a watch that's already ordered 8) Yeah I really like it on the black strap also! Looks good on light brown too. If you haven't already, go check out my unboxing video, the strap in that video is the same as the black one but in cognac color :) Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it! :)
Like you said earlier, you really can't lose buying almost any Seiko 5. Some of them are just "meh" of course, but this SNK line of dressier casuals is getting super popular and will eventually be discontinued. Get them now and the resale value will never be less than what you paid for them, in my opinion. Great review, one of the best channels I've come across and just subscribed. I'm somewhat new to this awesome world of mechanical/automatic time pieces 😀... still in the entry level phase but the collection is growing with Seikos, Orients, Vostok, and others. Take care 👍
I agree with that observation! Value is going to hover around 100 euros/usd for a long time👍🏻 Thank you very much for the feedback! Welcome to the awesomely unrational world of watches!🙂 Sounds like you are well on your way. Glad to have you on board mate!👍🏻 All the best! /Anders
@@NordicWatchChannel thanks man. That is probably the best description of watch enthusiasm; it is extremely irrational in almost all aspects of it! I like it though, maybe that's one of the reasons I got addicted to horology so fast about 8 months ago. It's a beautifully absurd artform and irrational passion I guess 💯 🤔 🤷🏼♂️😅⏳️🕓🌛🌞
Beautiful little watch! I've just put a domed crystal on mine and at first I was a bit unhappy with it but... It has cured my only (minor) issue with this watch which was it's size. I'd have liked just a couple of mm bigger. It adds just a tiny bit and makes it look just a tiny bit bigger on wrist. Now this is my absolute favourite watch over 2 alpinists and skx 013. Love it!!!
It’s a great watch! Interesting to hear that a domed crystal makes it appear larger! Good to hear that you found a solution to your peeve😎 Otherwise you would’ve had to go for the sarb035 which is a little larger but similar🤓 it’s nice to hear people telling how they enjoy these Seiko 5’s even if they have ”better” (more expensive) watches in the collection :)
It looks best on a black leather strap. I have owned several Seiko with the 7S26 and the lack of manual wind was a deal breaker. Both this and the SARB look like homages to the Grammar of Design.
I agree about the strap! Yeah the 7s26 can be a pain to keep going in rotation. If it’s used every day it’s fine, but every other day is already a problem. Thanks for that info on the Grammar of Design! Seems interesting so I’ll do some research about it now :)
@@andromedagodit2492 Nothing much. The J1 has "Made in Japan" on the box, labels, written on the dial between the 6 and 7 markers and on the movement. The K1 does not and it has a "Malaysia Movement" instead of a "Made in Japan" movement. The Japanese version has date in Arabic and English while the K1 is in english and Spanish or other language. Those are the only differences besides that it's the same watch.
Great video! Is this watch unisex/can women also wear this watch? I bought one for my girlfriend from a physical Seiko store since they had no affordable women’s watches available at that time. The store clerk told me that this model is unisex, but reading online, I only found one website that describes it like this.
Thanks! I personally gifted this watch to my gf and she still wears it to this day. It all just comes down to how it fits on the wrist and if she likes it or not. Some stores may categorize it as a male watch, others as unisex. Quite a difficult task and quite frankly who cares what the category is, as long as it looks and feels good on the wrist :)
great review and great watch indeed, just one small thing I want to point out is that seiko 5 stands for automatic movement , day date complication,crown located at 4 o' clock, water resistance and affordability,not durability
For two Seiko 5 models, there are quite a lot of differences! The biggest difference is the shape of the case. The Snxs73 has a very flat case, often called a ”UFO” shaped case. This often leads to a gap between the bracelet/strap and the wrist. They also have differently colored dials, different indices and design on the dial. The bracelets are also different.
Hey I have a quick question. I am buying my first automatic watch, and I can't seem to make a decision between the snkl41, a dressier option, or an snk807(snk809 blue dial). Could you give me some advice as I am very hesitant!
Hi! Personally, I would go for the snkl41 for sure. It’s so much more versatile than the militaristic snk807/809. But it all comes down to style and personal preference in the end.🤔
@@yusufs.elazab1232 It’s one of the best things with this channel! Love interacting with all the ppl in the comments😁 As long as there isn’t an impossible amount of them haha😂
Hi! It's from a manufacturer called Hirsch. You should be able to find them in many brick & mortar stores and also on Amazon etc. One of the worlds largest manufacturers if not THE largest.
After months of searching and checking the same watch stores, I was finally able to get one for myself. Got it 3 days ago and I couldn't be happier. It's a monster of a watch. Thank you for your re-review! Btw, how is the movement holding up after a year?
9ballnr1 My pleasure mate! They seem to be popping up on the market once again! Same with the snkl23 which used to be an even harder find. Congrats on the purchase, glad to hear you like it :) The movement seems to be a trooper! +8s/day accoring to my latest measure so problems there.
Thank you, I will! To my understanding it is. But it is still pretty easily available for order online. I took a look on Seiko’s local website here and they only had the snkl45 and snkl43 on the website. Not sure if they are still being made. But I think you can still get these pretty easily as I said. The price fluctuates sometimes so I recommend stalking the prices for some time before buying👍🏻😊
@@peterbeck-rasmussen8514 I checked it. Unfortunately the middle links of the Kirkstead bracelet are narrower than the ones on the SNKL41. But check out my reply to your other comment, there's a UncleSeiko bracelet that I'm contemplating getting myself. Noticed a picture of it on instagram and it looked great! If you have instagram, go follow me @nordicwatchchannel and I will send the pic to you!
I used to live in Finland, and metal watches would get too cold outdoors in winter, so I had to switch to a casio rubber watch. How do you find this seiko in winter outdoors?
Interesting! Where in Finland did you live? I haven't used this particular Seiko outdoors in the winter but I've used several other watches on metal bracelets. I haven't had a problem with cold watches since I wear my bracelets pretty tightly so the watch remains the same temperature as my wrist most of the time :)
@@NordicWatchChannel I lived in Kuopio, went to Uni there. The reason for watch getting too cold must be that I like my bracelet a bit slacked, and I used to walk 40 min each way.
Ok cool! I think I’ve been to Kuopio once but that’s a long time ago! And yes that sounds like it explains the cold bracelet :) Fun to hear that you used to live here!
Hmm I have no experience with ”gold” finished seiko 5’s. Real gold plated watches can wear out pretty fast to my knowledge but gold tint coating I have no idea 🧐
Hii Nordic, I'm looking for my first Automatic Watch. Could you recomend me for the type & model? Is SNKL41 is good deal to buy? Currently I'm using Gshock.
Hi! It depends a lot on what you are looking for in a watch! The Snkl41 is a great looking watch and it is also a great deal. Then again, it is a bit lacking in water resistance, so if you want to swim or something with a watch on, then maybe not. I can warmly recommend the Seiko SNKL41 as your first automatic!
Nice watch, hard to get this or similar ones from the old Seiko 5 line at 100 euro from EU sellers right now though... How do you feel about this watch at around 150+ euro, still worth the money do you think?
Yeah thats true. I’d say 150 is still doable. Especially considering your options at that range.. still not a whole lot you can get new at that price. And due to the scarcity it’s a safe resell bet if you end up flipping it :)
Yup, occasionally a batch of them pops up on some websites. If someone really wants to snag one then they constantly have to stalk different stores :/ And most of the ones I've seen the SNKL41 appear on are Asian websites too.
My personal guess is that it's going to stay around the 100-150 range depending on where you find it. I got this one from creationwatches last year for 100 euros including VAT.
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Really great review - was lucky to be able to order this watch from Amazon Japan today for around $100 including import fees and shipping to Denmark .............. so thrilled and now the waiting game begins ;-) One question - the Watch Gecko president strap you have on your Sarb033. Do you think it will fit on the SNKL41 ? Perhaps if the original endlinks from the SNKL41 are used ? I have an SNXL79J1 with the gray sunburst dial, where I bought a bracelet from Aliexpress with solid links, and swapped over the original clasp and used the original endlinks, which gave the watch a huge upgrade - would love to do the same on this with a better bracelet like the one you have on the SARB :-) + 1 new subscriber :-) Cheers from Denmark Peter PS: And I can totally vouch for the nordic coffee consumption !! :-)
Thank you for your comment Peter and congratulations for the purchase! Nice to hear that my videos have reached Denmark :) I will investigate the kirkstead bracelet and compare to the snkl41 and get back to you. I happened to see a really cool Uncle Seiko bracelet on instagram which I saved. Google for ”uncle seiko bellmatic president bracelet”. There’s a model made for the snkl41 case, and the price I think was less than the Kirkstead. Haha, time for an afternoon coffee!👍🏻 Glad to have you onboard! -Anders
Vaihdan hyvin usein! Vaihdan itse kotona ja rannekkeita olen hankkinut sekä netistä että Facebook ryhmistä. Verkkokauppoina voin suositella CNS & watch bands, Colareb.it, watchgecko jne. Facebook ryhmä on olemassa nimellä kellorannekkeet tms en muista tarkalleen :)
Hi! I prefer the case of the SNKL41. But I have not seen a SNXS79 in person yet so can’t be 100% sure. But in pictures and videos the snxs case looks a little weird. Kind of flat and ufo shaped😁 the snkl case is a classic and timeless shape!
Back when you purchased it, do you have a dilemma between the snkl41 vs the snkl45? Or do you go straight with snkl41 without having any second thought?
No dilemma at all. I don't fancy the red second hand on the snkl45. I was also specifically looking for the SNKL41 since I wanted a white-dialed watch and the overall elegant design had gotten my attention :) Would do the same choice again! Also the SNKL41 worked out great on my gf's wrist also so I ended up gifting it to her as a Christmas present :)
Moi! Pitkään on ollut tämä kello toivelistalla ja nyt löysin sen skywatchesista mutta hieman vain arvelluttaa tilata sieltä kun oon lukenut sivustosta aika paljon huonoja arvosteluja mutta myös hyviäkin arvosteluja löytyy paljon niin hieman on ristiriitaiset fiilikset tilaamisen suhteen. Onko sulla kokemuksia skywatchesista tilaamisesta ja niiden toimitustavasta, jos on luotettavaa niin voisin sieltä laittaa kellon tilaukseen.
Moikka! Itse olen tasan yhden kerran tilannut ja ei ollut valittamista. Muutama ystävä tilannut 1-2 krt myös ilman valituksia. Yhdellä taisi joskus toimitus venähtää mutta tuli lopulta perille. Mitä huonoissa arvosteluissa moititaan? Toki aina tuoltapäin tilatessa pitää huomioida että takuuta ei käytännössä ole. Mutta hinnat on melko ylivoimaisia puhumattakaan valikoimasta, joka taas Suomessa on melko niukka (varsinkin vanhojen seiko femmojen suhteen).
There are some small, subtle differences! For example the dial on the J version has "made in japan" printed on the dial, approx. at the 6-7 position. Other than that there's pretty much only a difference in the languages on the day function.
Wasn't familiar with that model before. Looked it up and the things that come to mind first are: Very differently shaped case, integrated bracelet (can't switch to leather/nato straps). The dial seems to be the same one as on the SNKL41, however case and bracelet are completely different.
@@NordicWatchChannel dude you're the best, thanks so much! I would buy the SNKL41 any day, but with covid in full force the snka01k1 is the only one available near me. I think it'll scratch the same itch though. Thanks again. :)
@@NordicWatchChannel That was my first thought too, but unfortunately a lot of international sellers are unable to deliver to India at this moment. And plus India has some insane custom duties on watches. From 40% to 45% of the original value! The whole value proposition of a seiko 5 would be lost if I had it imported haha
Of course! Yes I have bought about 10 watches from them, never any complaints. Never had to try any warranty stuff or the likes, so can’t speak about them but I have always been pleased with CW.
@@NordicWatchChannel thank you i will buy from them then since they are cheaper, could you also help with if it is necessary to get the model from japan with sknl41J its 50 dollars more expensive and i honestly dont see a difference, is there a difference in quality?
Italy also loves the Finns and the Danes. I can confirm from the Adriatic Sea. (Jeg elsker Danmark og så Finner folket. Også det hårde, men respektable finske sprog. 🇩🇰 🇫🇮 ♥️) But as hard as Danish may be, Finish is the next level. 🫡
Finland has its moments of beauty😊 Very much seasonal changes in the weather so it can be quite harsh and ugly at times (like during fall or early winter) 😂
No, I only market the models I like with Amazon links etc. I get a small commission if my referral leads to a sale. But that's an interesting question. Would you buy one if I did? 8)
Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll have to look for some next trip to the store. At the moment I’m using my Bialetti moka express with classic Lavazza🇮🇹
I bought this watch a couple of months ago and I never use it. The design is great and that is all there is to it. I cannot explain how bad the bracelet is, it is as bad as it could possibly get, feels extremely cheap, like 50 dollar watch kind of cheap. Now, I understand it is not expensive to buy this watch but it is a minus I cannot overlook. Anyone saying, “oh just get a new bracelet” well, when I buy a product brand new and pay €100+ for it then I expect the bracelet to be somewhat refined. Also, the size is a bit too small and it is a fine dress watch (of course if you change the strap to maybe a leather) but I find it suits women more than men. I say save up for a longer time and buy the SARB which I am planning to do.
I get what you mean. The thing is that if you buy a 100 dollar watch from one of the big brands, the bracelet will suck in most cases. That’s where all the companies make their cost cutting on the entry level watches. Ot just makes more sense to save on the parts that can be replaced. Would be great if the bracelets were nice, but just can’t get everything in a 100 dollar Seiko. As for the size, yes it smaller than the sarb. It all comes down to wrist size and preferences. I prefer the size of the sarb as well!
@@NordicWatchChannel from the video, I don't know it seems to lack brightness and robustness, but live can be different. However thanks for the video and for the review
@@HollyJoint My pleasure! It is for sure not the most robust watch in the world haha! But that feeling is mostly because of the bracelet, the case etc. is robust enough. So switching the strap should do wonders!
Great review mate - subbed! I just repurchased the SNKL41 again after selling it a year ago. First time I've ever repurchased a watch, that says something about it.
Thank you! Yes it does! My first (and only so far) repurchase was the snkl23! The snkl41 is a great little watch with tons of versatility :)
I have a Seiko dive watch that has the 7826 movement... I bought it in December 1999 and it is still going strong.. It keeps good time and has never been serviced.. That says alot for this movement, it really does.
Wow that's awesome! These things are built to last!
I just got mine! Its my first ever automatic watch and i'm in love with it! The white dial is so beautiful 😍
Congrats! Very good choice mate 😎
I’m possessing this watch for 4 years now. Wearing kind of frequently especially the first 2 years I wore it every single day. Recently have changed watch’s bracelet as old one rattled. Have a big deep scratch on the dial, accidentally hit the door knob with it. The watch are running decently. Love them.
Bummer with the scratch! But those are only visible in some lighting.. love them too!
I love the presentation; the diction, nordic accent and the coffee mug.
You earned my subscription brother.
Greetings from USA
Thank you!😊 Glad to have you on board my friend! Welcome!
Greetings from Germany. Just discovered your channel and I like it! Very nice Review!! Thanks
Greetings, glad to have you aboard! Ich spreche ein bisschen Deutch, hertzlich willkommen!
@@NordicWatchChannel 1000 Dank! Sehr schön. Mach bitte weiter so!
@@NordicWatchChannel Grüße, sehr schöne Reviews präsentierst du hier! Habe mir letztes Jahr eine SNXS in schwarz gekauft und überlege mir jetzt noch etwas silbernes oder weißes zuzulegen, SNKL41 oder SNK355.
Thank you mate! I think I was able to understand this without Google translate (proud). Hope you have liked your SNXS in black. If you're still wondering which one of the silver ones to get, I'd personally say go with the SNKL41, I prefer that one. Tchüß!
Im waiting for mine!! I have muuuch expensive watches but this seiko for that price looks awesome, the best combo the one with the black leather strap, i will put mine in a light brown leather one, very good video!
Always nice to be waiting for a watch that's already ordered 8) Yeah I really like it on the black strap also! Looks good on light brown too. If you haven't already, go check out my unboxing video, the strap in that video is the same as the black one but in cognac color :) Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it! :)
I have had this watch for 2 weeks now and love it. Just waiting for a dark blue perlon strap. Nice video. Thanks
Great vid. Can't wait for mine. Thank you, subscribed with notifications!
Thank you! Glad to hear that and welcome on board, glad to have you here! Hope you get yours soon🙏🏻
Like you said earlier, you really can't lose buying almost any Seiko 5. Some of them are just "meh" of course, but this SNK line of dressier casuals is getting super popular and will eventually be discontinued. Get them now and the resale value will never be less than what you paid for them, in my opinion. Great review, one of the best channels I've come across and just subscribed. I'm somewhat new to this awesome world of mechanical/automatic time pieces 😀... still in the entry level phase but the collection is growing with Seikos, Orients, Vostok, and others. Take care 👍
I agree with that observation! Value is going to hover around 100 euros/usd for a long time👍🏻 Thank you very much for the feedback! Welcome to the awesomely unrational world of watches!🙂 Sounds like you are well on your way. Glad to have you on board mate!👍🏻 All the best!
/Anders
@@NordicWatchChannel thanks man. That is probably the best description of watch enthusiasm; it is extremely irrational in almost all aspects of it! I like it though, maybe that's one of the reasons I got addicted to horology so fast about 8 months ago. It's a beautifully absurd artform and irrational passion I guess
💯 🤔 🤷🏼♂️😅⏳️🕓🌛🌞
Exactly! I guess that is true for many kinds of collecting :) Hope you're still enjoying it!
@@NordicWatchChannel I am! I just got the SNKL19. I'm not much of a gold person, but it is really subtle and the gray dial makes it pop!
That's awesome! Glad you like rocking it! :)
Beautiful little watch! I've just put a domed crystal on mine and at first I was a bit unhappy with it but... It has cured my only (minor) issue with this watch which was it's size. I'd have liked just a couple of mm bigger. It adds just a tiny bit and makes it look just a tiny bit bigger on wrist. Now this is my absolute favourite watch over 2 alpinists and skx 013. Love it!!!
It’s a great watch! Interesting to hear that a domed crystal makes it appear larger! Good to hear that you found a solution to your peeve😎 Otherwise you would’ve had to go for the sarb035 which is a little larger but similar🤓 it’s nice to hear people telling how they enjoy these Seiko 5’s even if they have ”better” (more expensive) watches in the collection :)
@@NordicWatchChannel I'd love a sarb 35! honestly, the dome does add light, shade and dimension to it.
Me too😁 Trying to convince myself that I need one in addition to the sarb033😂 I can def imagine that it makes a difference!
@@NordicWatchChannel my absolute obsession is the Grand Seiko sbgx 263. Amazing!
@@alexthomson7465 hadn’t heard of that one before! Really unique color on the dial!🤩
Thank you for making this video!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching :)
It looks best on a black leather strap. I have owned several Seiko with the 7S26 and the lack of manual wind was a deal breaker. Both this and the SARB look like homages to the Grammar of Design.
I agree about the strap! Yeah the 7s26 can be a pain to keep going in rotation. If it’s used every day it’s fine, but every other day is already a problem. Thanks for that info on the Grammar of Design! Seems interesting so I’ll do some research about it now :)
I have mine on black leather strap too. Black strap brings out the white dial..
Just got mine, made sure it was the Japanese made one
Nice, congrats! It's a nice added detail to have the J version for sure :)
only high end watches are made in japan ... cheap ones just have logo for the masses dont get fooled.. prices of manufacturing in japan are super high
Sorry guys. Still an amateur here... 😅
What's the difference between the 2...? 😅
@@andromedagodit2492 Nothing much. The J1 has "Made in Japan" on the box, labels, written on the dial between the 6 and 7 markers and on the movement. The K1 does not and it has a "Malaysia Movement" instead of a "Made in Japan" movement. The Japanese version has date in Arabic and English while the K1 is in english and Spanish or other language. Those are the only differences besides that it's the same watch.
@@crBudgetWatches Oic... Thank Youuuu! 😊
i have snxs73 for 10 years, still my fav watch ever.
Very nice dial on the snxs73. Congrats on 10 years of happy ownership😎
Great video! Is this watch unisex/can women also wear this watch? I bought one for my girlfriend from a physical Seiko store since they had no affordable women’s watches available at that time. The store clerk told me that this model is unisex, but reading online, I only found one website that describes it like this.
Thanks! I personally gifted this watch to my gf and she still wears it to this day. It all just comes down to how it fits on the wrist and if she likes it or not. Some stores may categorize it as a male watch, others as unisex. Quite a difficult task and quite frankly who cares what the category is, as long as it looks and feels good on the wrist :)
I have a Seiko 5 Actus from 1975. It looks the same as this and I like the crown being more embedded.
Sounds cool!! Wear it in good health :)
great review and great watch indeed, just one small thing I want to point out is that seiko 5 stands for automatic movement , day date complication,crown located at 4 o' clock, water resistance and affordability,not durability
Thank you for the feedback and also for the correction!
Handsome watch. I just got mine from Jomashop...unfortunately mine is only keeping 10 hour power reserve!! So I’m returning it 😞. Keep it up brother!
That's a bummer! Good thing you can return it tho.. hope the next one works better :) Will do!
@@NordicWatchChannel Thank you 🙏
Nice review man
Thanks a lot!
Actually the strap pulls my hair so i changed it to a black leather strap. Now it looks so much better!
Yes it can sometimes be a hair-puller.. luckily it looks great on leather😎
What size is your wrist? Would this watch fit my 14,5 cm wrist?
Hi! My wrist is about 16,5cm! I think it will work👍🏻
Hey! what is the difference to the snxs73 please? i want to chose one of it but dont understand the difference^^
For two Seiko 5 models, there are quite a lot of differences! The biggest difference is the shape of the case. The Snxs73 has a very flat case, often called a ”UFO” shaped case. This often leads to a gap between the bracelet/strap and the wrist. They also have differently colored dials, different indices and design on the dial. The bracelets are also different.
Nice review, does this dial is white?
Thank you! The dial is a sunburst white, really crisp!
Hey I have a quick question. I am buying my first automatic watch, and I can't seem to make a decision between the snkl41, a dressier option, or an snk807(snk809 blue dial). Could you give me some advice as I am very hesitant!
Hi! Personally, I would go for the snkl41 for sure. It’s so much more versatile than the militaristic snk807/809. But it all comes down to style and personal preference in the end.🤔
@@NordicWatchChannel Ok thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to look at all the comments lol
@@yusufs.elazab1232 It’s one of the best things with this channel! Love interacting with all the ppl in the comments😁 As long as there isn’t an impossible amount of them haha😂
Where did you get the first black leather strap from?
Hi! It's from a manufacturer called Hirsch. You should be able to find them in many brick & mortar stores and also on Amazon etc. One of the worlds largest manufacturers if not THE largest.
Nice video nice vocals
Thank you for the feedback! I’m glad you enjoyed it :)
The dial is white or silver? I just bought the SNLKL41J1 and it is silver :(
I'd say it's a sunburst white, but I mean that's quite a difficult distinction.
After months of searching and checking the same watch stores, I was finally able to get one for myself. Got it 3 days ago and I couldn't be happier. It's a monster of a watch. Thank you for your re-review! Btw, how is the movement holding up after a year?
9ballnr1 My pleasure mate! They seem to be popping up on the market once again! Same with the snkl23 which used to be an even harder find. Congrats on the purchase, glad to hear you like it :) The movement seems to be a trooper! +8s/day accoring to my latest measure so problems there.
Can you share where did you find?
well, a typical amazon review
TheRazerlg I think it can be found on one of these sites:
A-watches
skywatches
Monsterwatches
Good luck!!🍀
ming li what does that imply?🤔
Great review keep up the great work 👍 , question is this watch discontinued?
Thank you, I will! To my understanding it is. But it is still pretty easily available for order online. I took a look on Seiko’s local website here and they only had the snkl45 and snkl43 on the website. Not sure if they are still being made. But I think you can still get these pretty easily as I said. The price fluctuates sometimes so I recommend stalking the prices for some time before buying👍🏻😊
Got the 45. Thinking to buy this as well and have it on a black leather strap
Go for it! The 45 seems like a nice one too! Never seen it live though..
Got the 45 while still searching for the 41. If you see the chance, grab it! Got my 41 on a black leather strap as well :D
How many times did you need to repair it so far?
None at all so far!🤞🏼
What price did you pay?
Hi! Back in the day when I ordered this one, it was about 90 euros I think.
Hi, thanks for the video! Where did you get your president style bracelet for your Sarb033?
Thanks for watching! I bought it from watchgecko.com :) I think it's called a "kirkstead" over there. Hope you find it!
@@NordicWatchChannel Will that bracelet also fit the SNKL41 you think ?
@@peterbeck-rasmussen8514 I will compare the links and get back to you soon!
@@NordicWatchChannel Outstanding 👍
@@peterbeck-rasmussen8514 I checked it. Unfortunately the middle links of the Kirkstead bracelet are narrower than the ones on the SNKL41. But check out my reply to your other comment, there's a UncleSeiko bracelet that I'm contemplating getting myself. Noticed a picture of it on instagram and it looked great! If you have instagram, go follow me @nordicwatchchannel and I will send the pic to you!
The Most Nordic there is the Alvar Alto coaster you have there mate
Glad you noticed!😉
I used to live in Finland, and metal watches would get too cold outdoors in winter, so I had to switch to a casio rubber watch.
How do you find this seiko in winter outdoors?
Interesting! Where in Finland did you live? I haven't used this particular Seiko outdoors in the winter but I've used several other watches on metal bracelets. I haven't had a problem with cold watches since I wear my bracelets pretty tightly so the watch remains the same temperature as my wrist most of the time :)
@@NordicWatchChannel I lived in Kuopio, went to Uni there.
The reason for watch getting too cold must be that I like my bracelet a bit slacked, and I used to walk 40 min each way.
Ok cool! I think I’ve been to Kuopio once but that’s a long time ago! And yes that sounds like it explains the cold bracelet :) Fun to hear that you used to live here!
Thank you for your best video🙏🇮🇩
Thank you! Fun to hear that you like it :)
Is the gold pleted seiko 5 watch posible fade the strap after 2 yrs?
Hmm I have no experience with ”gold” finished seiko 5’s. Real gold plated watches can wear out pretty fast to my knowledge but gold tint coating I have no idea 🧐
Hii Nordic, I'm looking for my first Automatic Watch. Could you recomend me for the type & model? Is SNKL41 is good deal to buy? Currently I'm using Gshock.
Hi! It depends a lot on what you are looking for in a watch! The Snkl41 is a great looking watch and it is also a great deal. Then again, it is a bit lacking in water resistance, so if you want to swim or something with a watch on, then maybe not. I can warmly recommend the Seiko SNKL41 as your first automatic!
Nice watch, hard to get this or similar ones from the old Seiko 5 line at 100 euro from EU sellers right now though... How do you feel about this watch at around 150+ euro, still worth the money do you think?
Yeah thats true. I’d say 150 is still doable. Especially considering your options at that range.. still not a whole lot you can get new at that price. And due to the scarcity it’s a safe resell bet if you end up flipping it :)
Mike you're right. In Eu is very scarce
Yup, occasionally a batch of them pops up on some websites. If someone really wants to snag one then they constantly have to stalk different stores :/ And most of the ones I've seen the SNKL41 appear on are Asian websites too.
@@NordicWatchChannel do you think the price in the future will increase? or can I wait and buy it at the current price?
My personal guess is that it's going to stay around the 100-150 range depending on where you find it. I got this one from creationwatches last year for 100 euros including VAT.
Does anyone have a link for the black strap shown in the video, it looks realy good
Seiko 5 SNK355 Strap alternatives #shorts
ruclips.net/user/shortswCI60hcziCI
Check out the affiliate links in the description! You can find the strap there :)
That link doesn't work please provide a working one
My bad! This one should work :)
ruclips.net/user/shortswCI60hcziCI
Really great review - was lucky to be able to order this watch from Amazon Japan today for around $100 including import fees and shipping to Denmark .............. so thrilled and now the waiting game begins ;-)
One question - the Watch Gecko president strap you have on your Sarb033. Do you think it will fit on the SNKL41 ? Perhaps if the original endlinks from the SNKL41 are used ?
I have an SNXL79J1 with the gray sunburst dial, where I bought a bracelet from Aliexpress with solid links, and swapped over the original clasp and used the original endlinks, which gave the watch a huge upgrade - would love to do the same on this with a better bracelet like the one you have on the SARB :-)
+ 1 new subscriber :-)
Cheers from Denmark
Peter
PS: And I can totally vouch for the nordic coffee consumption !! :-)
Thank you for your comment Peter and congratulations for the purchase! Nice to hear that my videos have reached Denmark :) I will investigate the kirkstead bracelet and compare to the snkl41 and get back to you.
I happened to see a really cool Uncle Seiko bracelet on instagram which I saved. Google for ”uncle seiko bellmatic president bracelet”. There’s a model made for the snkl41 case, and the price I think was less than the Kirkstead.
Haha, time for an afternoon coffee!👍🏻
Glad to have you onboard!
-Anders
Ootko vaihtanut sun seikkoihin rannekkeita / käynyt vaihdattamassa. Jos oot niin mistä oot hankkinut rannekkeet ja miten vaihtanut?
Vaihdan hyvin usein! Vaihdan itse kotona ja rannekkeita olen hankkinut sekä netistä että Facebook ryhmistä. Verkkokauppoina voin suositella CNS & watch bands, Colareb.it, watchgecko jne. Facebook ryhmä on olemassa nimellä kellorannekkeet tms en muista tarkalleen :)
@@NordicWatchChannelokei, kiitti!
Nou problem!
Helo..what do you prefer between snxs79k or snkl41? Which one is great looking?
Hi! I prefer the case of the SNKL41. But I have not seen a SNXS79 in person yet so can’t be 100% sure. But in pictures and videos the snxs case looks a little weird. Kind of flat and ufo shaped😁 the snkl case is a classic and timeless shape!
@@NordicWatchChannel soo... I decided to buy snkl41. Thank you for your recommendation!
Awesome, my pleasure mate! Good choice👍🏻
Back when you purchased it, do you have a dilemma between the snkl41 vs the snkl45? Or do you go straight with snkl41 without having any second thought?
No dilemma at all. I don't fancy the red second hand on the snkl45. I was also specifically looking for the SNKL41 since I wanted a white-dialed watch and the overall elegant design had gotten my attention :) Would do the same choice again! Also the SNKL41 worked out great on my gf's wrist also so I ended up gifting it to her as a Christmas present :)
Moi! Pitkään on ollut tämä kello toivelistalla ja nyt löysin sen skywatchesista mutta hieman vain arvelluttaa tilata sieltä kun oon lukenut sivustosta aika paljon huonoja arvosteluja mutta myös hyviäkin arvosteluja löytyy paljon niin hieman on ristiriitaiset fiilikset tilaamisen suhteen. Onko sulla kokemuksia skywatchesista tilaamisesta ja niiden toimitustavasta, jos on luotettavaa niin voisin sieltä laittaa kellon tilaukseen.
Moikka! Itse olen tasan yhden kerran tilannut ja ei ollut valittamista. Muutama ystävä tilannut 1-2 krt myös ilman valituksia. Yhdellä taisi joskus toimitus venähtää mutta tuli lopulta perille. Mitä huonoissa arvosteluissa moititaan? Toki aina tuoltapäin tilatessa pitää huomioida että takuuta ei käytännössä ole. Mutta hinnat on melko ylivoimaisia puhumattakaan valikoimasta, joka taas Suomessa on melko niukka (varsinkin vanhojen seiko femmojen suhteen).
Pretty watch ☺️
Yes, really clean! :)
Whats the difference between the SNLK41K1 vs the SNLK41J1?
There are some small, subtle differences! For example the dial on the J version has "made in japan" printed on the dial, approx. at the 6-7 position. Other than that there's pretty much only a difference in the languages on the day function.
Thank you - I got mine. I agree with you about the bracelet.
Congrats! Which version did you get?
@@NordicWatchChannel got the J version! Love this watch so much! I also like the stock bracelet too!
Is there any discernable difference between this and the snka01k1?
Wasn't familiar with that model before. Looked it up and the things that come to mind first are: Very differently shaped case, integrated bracelet (can't switch to leather/nato straps). The dial seems to be the same one as on the SNKL41, however case and bracelet are completely different.
@@NordicWatchChannel dude you're the best, thanks so much! I would buy the SNKL41 any day, but with covid in full force the snka01k1 is the only one available near me. I think it'll scratch the same itch though. Thanks again. :)
No problem! Have you considered ordering from abroad? That will of course take a while, but then you'd get the watch you want..
@@NordicWatchChannel That was my first thought too, but unfortunately a lot of international sellers are unable to deliver to India at this moment. And plus India has some insane custom duties on watches. From 40% to 45% of the original value! The whole value proposition of a seiko 5 would be lost if I had it imported haha
Wow that's crazy! I had no idea that customs there are that harsh! Geez! Is it regardless of the country of origin?
is i made of 316l steel ?
Yes it is!
Wish it had another layer of brushed surface like the case of snkl.
Do you mean the snkl23 or something else? :)
@@NordicWatchChannel Yeah the snkl23.
Ok! Yes, sure it would be a nice touch. But I still think the snkl41 has a very nice overall look to it 8)
@@NordicWatchChannel The cream dial I must admit is stunning!
is this still good in 2024?
Very much so!
@@NordicWatchChannel thank you for answering ! do you know if creationwatches is legit? they sell it cheaper then other sites
@@NordicWatchChannel thank you bro, do you know if creationwatches is a legit site?
Of course! Yes I have bought about 10 watches from them, never any complaints. Never had to try any warranty stuff or the likes, so can’t speak about them but I have always been pleased with CW.
@@NordicWatchChannel thank you i will buy from them then since they are cheaper, could you also help with if it is necessary to get the model from japan with sknl41J its 50 dollars more expensive and i honestly dont see a difference, is there a difference in quality?
Finns are a hardy and cool people. And that's a fact.
Greetings from Denmark.
Hahah I love that Danes often time hype Finns! Always a great time going to Copenhagen. I have relatives in Denmark too :)
Italy also loves the Finns and the Danes. I can confirm from the Adriatic Sea.
(Jeg elsker Danmark og så Finner folket.
Også det hårde, men respektable finske sprog. 🇩🇰 🇫🇮 ♥️)
But as hard as Danish may be, Finish is the next level. 🫡
Hahah good stuff! Much love from Finland! I also love Italy :)
great review, nice asmr typa voice lol
Thanks! Haha first time hearing that😂
I would love to visit Finland I hear it’s beautiful
Finland has its moments of beauty😊 Very much seasonal changes in the weather so it can be quite harsh and ugly at times (like during fall or early winter) 😂
But beautiful nature for sure!
What size are your wrists?
Approx 17cm so that makes for around 6,5 to 6,75 inches depending on the day :)
@@NordicWatchChannel will this watch still look good on a larger wrist size like 7.5- 7.8 inches?
@@boriszapanta7263 hmm... well I think so. It’s probably just a matter of getting used to a smaller watch🧐
Do you sell watches
No, I only market the models I like with Amazon links etc. I get a small commission if my referral leads to a sale. But that's an interesting question. Would you buy one if I did? 8)
great review and great watch!
Thank you! It is a great watch especially for the money :)
I recommend you drink the Colombian coffee, it is soft aromatic and delicious, it is the best in the world
Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll have to look for some next trip to the store. At the moment I’m using my Bialetti moka express with classic Lavazza🇮🇹
Swap the existing movement for a NH35 🙂
That would be an upgrade, but I find no need for that :)
Kiitos!!
Eipä kestä! :)
The indices are duller than I thought. Still, an excellent watch choice for around $120 U.S.
Do you mean the finishing or just overall? It sure is!
I'm looking into getting my first automatic watch and my options are the SNKL41, SNKL15 and the SNK355. which one of these would you recommend?
Hi! I would personally go (and have gone with) the SNKL41 :)
I bought this watch a couple of months ago and I never use it. The design is great and that is all there is to it. I cannot explain how bad the bracelet is, it is as bad as it could possibly get, feels extremely cheap, like 50 dollar watch kind of cheap. Now, I understand it is not expensive to buy this watch but it is a minus I cannot overlook. Anyone saying, “oh just get a new bracelet” well, when I buy a product brand new and pay €100+ for it then I expect the bracelet to be somewhat refined. Also, the size is a bit too small and it is a fine dress watch (of course if you change the strap to maybe a leather) but I find it suits women more than men. I say save up for a longer time and buy the SARB which I am planning to do.
I get what you mean. The thing is that if you buy a 100 dollar watch from one of the big brands, the bracelet will suck in most cases. That’s where all the companies make their cost cutting on the entry level watches. Ot just makes more sense to save on the parts that can be replaced. Would be great if the bracelets were nice, but just can’t get everything in a 100 dollar Seiko. As for the size, yes it smaller than the sarb. It all comes down to wrist size and preferences. I prefer the size of the sarb as well!
🙂☕ Hieno kello/Nice watch.
Kiitoksia! Tässä saa rahalleen vastinetta :)
I liked the watch, but when seen on the wrist it looks cheaper
Oh, that’s a bummer to hear! Do you mean on the video or did you get one?
@@NordicWatchChannel from the video, I don't know it seems to lack brightness and robustness, but live can be different.
However thanks for the video and for the review
@@HollyJoint My pleasure! It is for sure not the most robust watch in the world haha! But that feeling is mostly because of the bracelet, the case etc. is robust enough. So switching the strap should do wonders!
This watch model is 2000+ euro within two years
That might be pushing it a bit😂