This was my first watch. Have had it for 1 yr. I play volleyball on the beach 2 times a week, and out in the water ALL the time. It looks brand new still and looks like a new watch each time I add a new NATO strap to it.
I've had this watch for a year and a half now. It's by far the best option alongside the 013 if you like seiko divers but have small wrists. It's a very underrated watch I think! Nice video my friend.
I have this watch for 3 years now, and i still love this, it doesnt scream submariner it has its own identity, the bracelet has some kind of coating that makes it lesser to scratches
I bought a blue one a few months ago, because I have never been a big fan of the SKX but I wanted to add a Seiko diver to my collection. Furthermore I found it for a good price, worn only a couple of times and already with a strapcode jubilee bracelet. After a few months I have to say that I still love it, how it wears on my 7 inches wrist and it really feels rock solid.
They are really good watches, and under-appreciated: but retail prices are mad. With sapphire, a ceramic insert and a better bracelet they would be a deal at $350 and reasonable at $400. But as they are it only makes sense to buy grey market and trust that Seiko have done a reasonable job.
Just ordered my second one Since it may seem small for you, just buy a strapcode bracelet for it and it really accentuates the design of the watch, and makes it appear better and have a slightly larger size
I LOVE Seiko divers (I own eight) and, for years, have planned to add a Mini Turtle to my collection. However, when I go to my Seiko dealer to try one on, I always come away from that experience appreciating my SKX007 even more. I have to add, my SKX was modded by Marc at Long Island Watch (Sapphire, coin-edged bezel with ceramic insert, Strapcode bracelet). The Mini Turtle certainly is a beautiful watch, with its own DNA, but is just not for me at this time. Thanks for the review, Oleg.
@@BayuMukti937 saya punya masalah yang sama terkait bezel actionnya mas. Sticky, too much resistant. Tapi complaints nya cuman itu saja. Movement pada unit yang saya miliki ga punya masalah. We share the same feelings, saya juga ga punya perancangan untuk menjual jam ini. My first Seiko dan mungkin ini saja Seiko nya, khawatir QC issues pada model2 atasan.
I've had this watch for a year and it took a while to grow on my, but now I love it. I have to say, I don't like it on the supplied bracelet. I think the raised centerlink ridge and extra facets make the wholel thing a bit too blingy. This watch comes into its own on a dull rubber or canvas nato strap. It looks so good to me when you minimize the shine. I'm going to get a strapcode oyster with full brushing and see how I like it. It almost gives me Seamaster 2254 vibes. Interestingly, I have a slightly larger wrist too at 7.5 and I think the watch wears a bit small on the bracelet, but looks just right on a nato or rubber strap. Lovely watch overall.
I have been looking into buying one of them for a while. I got a Deep Blue coming from a seller in Vancouver and then, I'll be on the mini turtle next! Great review and content! If you'd like to review a Marathon watch, let me know!
This is a nice watch, I own one, I have a 6 3/4" wrist so it wears well and comfortable, one thing, I’m not a fan of cyclops so I successfully removed mine and my watch suddenly looked better, good review..
I think the Mini Turtle looks better than the SKX. My wrist size is 14,5 cm which is about 5,7 inch. It is very hard to find diver watches that can fit my wrist and look good. Even this one might be too big, but tomorrow I will go to a store and I will try one. Wish me luck!
I like the dial , and the 3 crown position . IMO it looks like a charcoal brick Sitting on wrist . Short round and thick . My wrist are right at 8 I think the short lugs wouldn’t look to good .
I find the stock Seiko bracelet far superior. Strapcode links are finished very crudely... they are sharp and uncomfortable to the touch. Same with the clasp, which are also bulkier than the Seiko, in addition to being jagged.
Just wish Seiko did divers without the pointless ugly date complication - I'd buy it in a heartbeat. I'm old enough to need a cyclops but even with my poor memory I only need to know the date once per day & not have my view spoiled every time I look at my wrist. Damn shame, otherwise a sweet piece. Cheers 👍🏻
It looks the perfect size for your wrist, however, to me personally, this has some feminine design queues. Not sure what it is, I guess a combination of size, bezel design, indices, hands, etc..
This was my first watch. Have had it for 1 yr. I play volleyball on the beach 2 times a week, and out in the water ALL the time. It looks brand new still and looks like a new watch each time I add a new NATO strap to it.
I've had this watch for a year and a half now. It's by far the best option alongside the 013 if you like seiko divers but have small wrists. It's a very underrated watch I think! Nice video my friend.
It actually has a crown guard. It's just integrated in the crown stem.
I purchased my SRPC41 in October 2018 and I havnt stopped wearing it since! Love it.
I have this watch for 3 years now, and i still love this, it doesnt scream submariner it has its own identity, the bracelet has some kind of coating that makes it lesser to scratches
I bought a blue one a few months ago, because I have never been a big fan of the SKX but I wanted to add a Seiko diver to my collection. Furthermore I found it for a good price, worn only a couple of times and already with a strapcode jubilee bracelet. After a few months I have to say that I still love it, how it wears on my 7 inches wrist and it really feels rock solid.
It doesn’t look small on you at all. Looks perfect!
I think its a bit big on his wrist lol
They are really good watches, and under-appreciated: but retail prices are mad. With sapphire, a ceramic insert and a better bracelet they would be a deal at $350 and reasonable at $400. But as they are it only makes sense to buy grey market and trust that Seiko have done a reasonable job.
I really like your comparisons to the SKX because most of people know their size or even own one themselves! Keep it up, also for non-Seiko watches 👍🏻
Bought one a couple of weeks ago on a rubber strap have bought a Strapcode Angus Jubilee bracelet and I love the watch on it.
This is my wife's wedding gift for me so I'll forever treasure this watch ❤
Too small for you wrist? I find it fits you perfectly.
I really like this one. Maybe later this year...
Just ordered my second one
Since it may seem small for you, just buy a strapcode bracelet for it and it really accentuates the design of the watch, and makes it appear better and have a slightly larger size
What do you suggest? Great idea.
what people miss that the fact the bezel size is only 40mm so it kinda makes it a 40mm watch
Rightly said, bro! Same goes with mm200's as well. People don't check these cushion case watches by bezel size.
Great Review Oleg! The PADI version has been on my radar for a while 😄
I wear mine everyday on a brown leather strap. I have been thinking about picking up the blue version too.
I LOVE Seiko divers (I own eight) and, for years, have planned to add a Mini Turtle to my collection. However, when I go to my Seiko dealer to try one on, I always come away from that experience appreciating my SKX007 even more. I have to add, my SKX was modded by Marc at Long Island Watch (Sapphire, coin-edged bezel with ceramic insert, Strapcode bracelet). The Mini Turtle certainly is a beautiful watch, with its own DNA, but is just not for me at this time. Thanks for the review, Oleg.
Good review, its really under appreciated for a divers watch and slick to look at
This is my first dive watch yet i don't have any feelings to sell itu soon. I have sold my orient triton and my seiko scallop already.
My complaint about this watch is the bezel action is too much resistance and almost didn't have clicky sound.
And the movements sometimes get off.
@@BayuMukti937 saya punya masalah yang sama terkait bezel actionnya mas. Sticky, too much resistant. Tapi complaints nya cuman itu saja. Movement pada unit yang saya miliki ga punya masalah.
We share the same feelings, saya juga ga punya perancangan untuk menjual jam ini. My first Seiko dan mungkin ini saja Seiko nya, khawatir QC issues pada model2 atasan.
Excellent review again!
I had this watch; blue dial on silicone, and sold her off.
Perhaps I'll give her another try.
Thank you!
Hi, Bond!
I've had this watch for a year and it took a while to grow on my, but now I love it. I have to say, I don't like it on the supplied bracelet. I think the raised centerlink ridge and extra facets make the wholel thing a bit too blingy. This watch comes into its own on a dull rubber or canvas nato strap. It looks so good to me when you minimize the shine. I'm going to get a strapcode oyster with full brushing and see how I like it. It almost gives me Seamaster 2254 vibes. Interestingly, I have a slightly larger wrist too at 7.5 and I think the watch wears a bit small on the bracelet, but looks just right on a nato or rubber strap. Lovely watch overall.
I have been looking into buying one of them for a while. I got a Deep Blue coming from a seller in Vancouver and then, I'll be on the mini turtle next! Great review and content! If you'd like to review a Marathon watch, let me know!
Feel like I’m the only one that doesn’t like Turtle style cases. Always good to see a new 24hAAT video though.
This is a watch I've been thinking about buying. Still on the fence but tilting towards a yes now 😁👍
G'morning 🤓 I'd like to get more feedback from Mr Bond and get his opinion on things 😇
@@idletime He always looks deep in thought. I bet the things he knows about the watch industry would be world changing. 🤔
This is a nice watch, I own one, I have a 6 3/4" wrist so it wears well and comfortable, one thing, I’m not a fan of cyclops so I successfully removed mine and my watch suddenly looked better, good review..
How did you remove the cyclops?😮
This model has to be seen and worn to appreciate it. It's almost perfect....
I've got bad news for anyone who wants one. I read yesterday that seiko have discontinued production of the mini turtle dive watch.
I think the Mini Turtle looks better than the SKX. My wrist size is 14,5 cm which is about 5,7 inch. It is very hard to find diver watches that can fit my wrist and look good. Even this one might be too big, but tomorrow I will go to a store and I will try one. Wish me luck!
Been overlooking this watch really... but it’s a good watch no doubt
I really enjoy these mini turtles 😍
Looks quite large on your wrist...
i was thinking that it looked fine, not small at all!
As usual a very good review 👍👍👍
I like the dial , and the 3 crown position . IMO it looks like a charcoal brick Sitting on wrist . Short round and thick . My wrist are right at 8 I think the short lugs wouldn’t look to good .
I bought a strapcode jubilee for mine. Looks and feels lovely.
I find the stock Seiko bracelet far superior. Strapcode links are finished very crudely... they are sharp and uncomfortable to the touch. Same with the clasp, which are also bulkier than the Seiko, in addition to being jagged.
@@a_single_white_female i couldn't disagree with you more.
Para mí es el mejor diver en su categoría por tamaño y diseño elegiría el de color azul 😀
Just wish Seiko did divers without the pointless ugly date complication - I'd buy it in a heartbeat. I'm old enough to need a cyclops but even with my poor memory I only need to know the date once per day & not have my view spoiled every time I look at my wrist. Damn shame, otherwise a sweet piece. Cheers 👍🏻
Exactly my thought mate. Sadly all entry lvl divers sport a date...
Steve Fox I wont buy a watch with out a date function.
@@bngr_bngr to each their own, just wish there was a choice.
@@stevefox8605 it would increase the cost to make two different movements.
@@bngr_bngr I don't mind a ghost position on the crown, & I'm sure it wouldn't cost any more to not cut out a date window
No wrist watch with a misaligned bezel/dial is an underrated anything.
How would it fit 6.75 in. Wrist ?
Great review!
Great watch imo .... also can be modded
I agree Seiko sign the crown
This or the sea urchin?
i love it. Got two of them and a small wrist. :)
The indices look like a bullet tip.
Additional points for the secret link this time.
I am not sure about the Mini Turtle, it just leaves my thinking???. I do know that I like my Turtle, so that is how my vote goes on that question.
Mr. Bond was acting more like a cat for ya today!
You should look into zodiac
R.I.P the REAL 007 and quit hogging Bond’s sofa!
E' un orologio magnifico (by Italy) I like mini turtle
If you're selling it i want it 😅
It’s mine, are you in Vancouver?
I can make him come with just a whisper... Oooo... good boy! ;)
It looks the perfect size for your wrist, however, to me personally, this has some feminine design queues. Not sure what it is, I guess a combination of size, bezel design, indices, hands, etc..
Swedish¿
Is it a fake turtle ?
Too thick imo
Oleg, I love Mr. Bond, but even my cat is more obedient than him.
Looks too big on your wrist