Personally, 15-30 seconds off is too inaccurate for a modern watch. Hamilton watches in a similar price range have much tighter accuracy standards. Which seikos do you have?
Harsh review. But you forgot to mention all the good things going for it. Sapphire crystal, water resistance, beautiful dial, big power reserve, solid bracelet. If I spent more and wanted entry level luxury then i would nitpick about the accuracy, unsigned crown, text on the exhibition case back, and the date color matching. But I can live with it because on wrist it looks great and makes me smile. Its that seiko magic.
I believe I did mention the sapphire crystal and mention the beautiful dial. This video was more of a rant than a review. I've had a multiple seikos and I wish they would fix their QC and accuracy. You can buy a hamilton or less and it will only be off a few seconds and this has been the case with 3 of watches my friends have. I'm only disappointed because they raised the price and not much have changed. I still think seiko is a fantastic brand under $1000, I just think they could be even better. I also wish they for rid of all their models with hardlex crystals as well. Thank you for watching
If seiko had better accuracy standards and would improve their QC (particularly misaligned bezels), people would have nothing to complain about for a sub $1000 watch
@@JamesBond-rv1kk oh yes, definitely. After experiencing this with multiple watch brand from different ranges, that is all I buy. More accurate and durable. :)
@@TheWatchDoggg I think it's great also and has so many positive reviews. There was a chance two weeks ago for a good condition 2nd hand bargain of 350 euros. The shiny side bezel pushed me away! Perhaps I lost a chance. Seiko guys, matte is better! This is not a dress watch!
@vasevas1 the shiny bezel was bothersome. It's my complaint about the hamilton khaki and rolex explorer. But the explorer 36 is perfect in every other way. If seiko decided to stop polishing every field watch they make, I'd consider it another try
I'm glad you got the message I was portraying. I love what seiko used to be and the value they once had. I know they can do better in all of their pricepoints, and I would rather see them thrive by listening to watch enthusiasts instead of chinese microbrands filling in that gap and taking over. It's a shame, because that watch is close to being perfect
Exactly. I still have my skx because of the value when it was $200. I ended up selling the alpinest. I'm tired seeing them cutting corners and raising the price.
Those are minor niggles to me. 2 micro adjustments are adequate. 3 would be better, but not a deal breaker. The quoted accuracy is usually verrry conservative - most run in +/- 5-10s/day which is acceptable. The mineral glass on the underside is also pretty industry standard at that price point, but I agree, for the $20 it costs them to put sapphire in, just do it.
You're right. They are pretty minor. I originally bought the watch because I love the look of it and the specs. However, I've noticed on a few friends seikos that they were running +15-20 sec a day, but the 2 seikos I've owned didn't do that, so I guess it's luck of the draw. I just wanted to note that because I'd be disappointed I'd my watch was running +20 sec as accuracy is important to me. Especially on a new watch.
Seiko use to hit above their price tag. Now you pay more for less and the same terrible QC. My SDBC101 JDM and SARB035 JDM were both duds. Never again.
I agree. I don't mind a price increase as long as QC, materials, and accuracy changes as well. As of now, I can't see myself getting another seiko, but who knows what the future holds.
Agree with some points but the date complication? There would be just an triangle instead of the date and the date is also on a black surface. I have the cream one from the laurel Re-Interpretation line, the bracelets are ass.
I know I'm weird with the date. I think the date complication was done nicely. I just happen to love the asthetic of no date watches especially with field watches. Thank you for watching!
Mine came with the watch, but I'm pretty sure the case is the same as the sarb017, meaning you can get a strapcode bracelet that for the sarb017/hamilton khaki field for ~$70 which is the same quality if not better than the oem bracelet
I'd say, 12.9mm thick isn't bad considering 200m water resistance. Personally I would have preferred 12mm or less, but that's me being picky. I will say, it sits pretty good on the wrist. A lot better than the hamilton khaki titanium which is actually a little thinner, but it sits on my wrist weird
I'd say it wears like a 38, maybe slightly large3 38-39 because of the way the case sits on your wrist. It would be nice if the lug to lug was 45mm or below
@@absar8304 12.9mm is pretty good for 200m water resistance. I'd prefer 11 to 12mm thick, but in order to get that, especially at the process range, you might have to compromise water resistance
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I have three Seikos all with the 6R35 movement and find they all keep time well within the 15-30sec/day tolerance.
Personally, 15-30 seconds off is too inaccurate for a modern watch. Hamilton watches in a similar price range have much tighter accuracy standards. Which seikos do you have?
Harsh review. But you forgot to mention all the good things going for it. Sapphire crystal, water resistance, beautiful dial, big power reserve, solid bracelet. If I spent more and wanted entry level luxury then i would nitpick about the accuracy, unsigned crown, text on the exhibition case back, and the date color matching. But I can live with it because on wrist it looks great and makes me smile. Its that seiko magic.
I believe I did mention the sapphire crystal and mention the beautiful dial. This video was more of a rant than a review. I've had a multiple seikos and I wish they would fix their QC and accuracy. You can buy a hamilton or less and it will only be off a few seconds and this has been the case with 3 of watches my friends have. I'm only disappointed because they raised the price and not much have changed. I still think seiko is a fantastic brand under $1000, I just think they could be even better. I also wish they for rid of all their models with hardlex crystals as well. Thank you for watching
I totally agree. Yes, it is a cool piece, good specs but come on! It has one job... tell the time... for that price it should be way more accurate.
If seiko had better accuracy standards and would improve their QC (particularly misaligned bezels), people would have nothing to complain about for a sub $1000 watch
If you want accuracy buy a quartz
@@JamesBond-rv1kk oh yes, definitely. After experiencing this with multiple watch brand from different ranges, that is all I buy. More accurate and durable. :)
Your points are very accurate. Thanks.
I'd like to think so. It's a great watch, but it does have its cons. Thanks for watching!
@@TheWatchDoggg I think it's great also and has so many positive reviews.
There was a chance two weeks ago for a good condition 2nd hand bargain of 350 euros. The shiny side bezel pushed me away! Perhaps I lost a chance. Seiko guys, matte is better! This is not a dress watch!
@vasevas1 the shiny bezel was bothersome. It's my complaint about the hamilton khaki and rolex explorer. But the explorer 36 is perfect in every other way. If seiko decided to stop polishing every field watch they make, I'd consider it another try
I disagree with people saying this is a harsh review, you have valid points and over all it was good criticism
I'm glad you got the message I was portraying. I love what seiko used to be and the value they once had. I know they can do better in all of their pricepoints, and I would rather see them thrive by listening to watch enthusiasts instead of chinese microbrands filling in that gap and taking over. It's a shame, because that watch is close to being perfect
Spot on. Im done with Seiko. No longer offer value. Accuracy is terrible. QC sucks too.
Exactly. I still have my skx because of the value when it was $200. I ended up selling the alpinest. I'm tired seeing them cutting corners and raising the price.
Those are minor niggles to me.
2 micro adjustments are adequate. 3 would be better, but not a deal breaker. The quoted accuracy is usually verrry conservative - most run in +/- 5-10s/day which is acceptable. The mineral glass on the underside is also pretty industry standard at that price point, but I agree, for the $20 it costs them to put sapphire in, just do it.
You're right. They are pretty minor. I originally bought the watch because I love the look of it and the specs. However, I've noticed on a few friends seikos that they were running +15-20 sec a day, but the 2 seikos I've owned didn't do that, so I guess it's luck of the draw. I just wanted to note that because I'd be disappointed I'd my watch was running +20 sec as accuracy is important to me. Especially on a new watch.
you dont own enough 6R35. i have 20+ seiko, and the accuracy issues are accurate, majority have 20s/day deviation. even 4R are much more accurate
Seiko use to hit above their price tag. Now you pay more for less and the same terrible QC. My SDBC101 JDM and SARB035 JDM were both duds. Never again.
I agree. I don't mind a price increase as long as QC, materials, and accuracy changes as well. As of now, I can't see myself getting another seiko, but who knows what the future holds.
Seikos are junk. Don’t waste your money. Move on to better brands. That’s what I did
Why dont you clean your lens up abit? this video are so tough for me to watch it. That kinda sucks too~
I'll take care of that. Unfortunately, my videos are shot on my phone
Agree with some points but the date complication?
There would be just an triangle instead of the date and the date is also on a black surface.
I have the cream one from the laurel Re-Interpretation line, the bracelets are ass.
I know I'm weird with the date. I think the date complication was done nicely. I just happen to love the asthetic of no date watches especially with field watches. Thank you for watching!
I have the leather strap version where did you get the bracelet?
Mine came with the watch, but I'm pretty sure the case is the same as the sarb017, meaning you can get a strapcode bracelet that for the sarb017/hamilton khaki field for ~$70 which is the same quality if not better than the oem bracelet
@@TheWatchDoggg Gotcha. I recently sold my second alpinist I had the spb123 so I might pick one up. Thanks.
@@ratedm90 awesome, I love that dial. Good luck
Is the watch too thick for its size?
I'd say, 12.9mm thick isn't bad considering 200m water resistance. Personally I would have preferred 12mm or less, but that's me being picky. I will say, it sits pretty good on the wrist. A lot better than the hamilton khaki titanium which is actually a little thinner, but it sits on my wrist weird
Yes, like all seikos
Its Alpinist.
Thank you, I'll fix that
Thanks.. I buy gshock better.
Does it wear bigger or smaller tha! 38mm?
I'd say it wears like a 38, maybe slightly large3 38-39 because of the way the case sits on your wrist. It would be nice if the lug to lug was 45mm or below
@@TheWatchDogggwhat about the thickness?
@@absar8304 12.9mm is pretty good for 200m water resistance. I'd prefer 11 to 12mm thick, but in order to get that, especially at the process range, you might have to compromise water resistance
Great video my friend!