New Affordable King? 40mm Seiko 5KX Review - SRPE61
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
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I think one of the reasons this watch is appealing is I'm SO tired of Diver Watches and their bezels. I like a plain, clean, Bauhaus bezel like this one.
Totally agree mate. It's as if everyone is constantly underwater with the amount of dive watches.
Clean/Minimalist ≠ Bauhaus. Agree with you that there are too many dive watches out there though. Almost every new microbrand sells a diver.
Totally agree! There are so many diver style watches out these days.. For me personally they are becoming a eye sore 👀
not bauhaus
Seriously no more divers shit it's plain and very boring
I was surprised and happy when Seiko brought out these models. Less is more in many cases and Seiko nailed it here.
No body has ever used the "5" this way for an intro, great job!
I love it. Don't care about the Hardlex Crystal, the bracelet or 'just' 100m WR. This watch can do anything with this specs and at this pricepoint I think this new addition to Seiko's portfolio is just awesome! The movement alone is a big step up due to it's advanced functions that the older 7S26's were always missing.
Very interesting how this became a completely different watch in terms of the look! I think this is one of the best '1-watch-collections' out there for beginners. It's sporty, it's versatile and it's elegant enough for those occassions where it's needed.
Thanks for showing this one Bruce!
Very nice watch, classy and understated.
Most people will never be able to afford a Black Bay 36/41 or Rolex Explorer, and this is a nice entry-level alternative.
I'm a bit tired of the skx crowd endlessly complaining that the new Seiko 5 line are not true skx replacements. Of course they are not, and they weren't intended to be -- they are designed to be stylish everyday watches that can still go in the swimming pool. Seiko is a business, and they're obviously getting out of the ultra-low budget ISO diver market. It's a decision that is probably paying off for them because the new Seiko 5s are selling very well.
THANK U! I was gonna say it if u didn’t. And for $200 how much more can u ask for? People are so obsessed with WR and act like u can’t swim with 100m WR. People swim all the time in their 50m WR Apple watches. If I go diving at some point in my life I’ll just take my watch off. Lol.
I wouldn't say this is "entry level" 200$+ can be a lot for some people. I don't get when people say this.
@@KillingMoon_ I was just trying to use industry standards. When the Swiss watch industry releases their sales numbers, the lowest category is 200 Swiss francs and below, which is roughly US$220. I think on Federico Talks Watches he classifies anything less than $1,000 as low-end!
Wow another great video
High-end Seiko and low end Seiko both super watches
Will never get any problems with people trying to rob for your watch
That's why i like Seiko
I bought every color SNK800. I am a Seikopath now. Also have my fathers early 70's Seiko 5.
First watch purchase as an adult and Im very happy with mine, wears smaller on wrist than it looks in videos, for those with smaller wrists.
i bought this watch a couple months ago when it came out and its a great watch its superb, it wears just like a rolex explorer, and i assure you the bracelet is great on it. the anthracite dial is believable, this does not feel like a cheap watch at all, its such a comfy wear, its my all day watch.
How's the accuracy?
@@deanwaller8283 -1 sec, so extremely accurate.
I just got this exact model.
I think I got to a point that I’m going back to smaller and more classic design sports watches.
I’m very happy with it, really versatile.
Great review Bruce, as always. I’ve had my eye on this very color variant .
I am really enjoying this watch. Very nice for the price. Great video!
This one that comes on the grey NATO strap is a perfect fit in my opinion
Great video Bruce! Definitely a fantastic do it all Seiko. Hard to beat the new DressKX
Ive noticed if i shake mine abut it can knock the second hand off track. Is this normal?
I am new into watches and am planning to get my first automatic. This watch and in this dial color is awesome and very attractive.
The backside window showing the mechanism is really cool!
I was in the same position. I got this as my first automatic; not disappointed at all. It's a great everyday watch, I love it.
@@dominicsheehy5828
Thanks for reply!
A few days ago I got my first automatic: SNK385. SRPE61 will probably be my second, and the next purchase.
@@patricj951 What did you end up buying buddy?
@@NathanChisholm041
My second automatic became Tissot Gentleman powermatic 80. After that I got SRPE51K1. And after that an Orient Star RE-AT0002E00B. So now I have four automatics. But I am waiting for an Islander watches Isl-54, so soon five!
Weirdly, i find these flimsy, cheap bracelets on my 2 Seiko 5s more comfortable than the bracelets on my more expensive watches that tick all the ‘specs’ boxes. That said, this Seiko 5 looked really nice on a couple of those straps. Quite like this model as well. Thanks for the review!
I actually fitted an even more rattly and flimsy jubilee to my old seiko 5 snk789. It's just ungodly comfortable. Meanwhile my SARX055 is always either loose or tight because it's not got any micro-adjustment... (If anyone would like to make a replacement bracelet for the 055 in titanium?)
Lipgi Tang I think many manufacturers and even enthusiasts forget about the comfort aspect of bracelets and straps. The flimsier bracelets, especially jubilees are often more flexible, and they are also lighter as they don’t have heavy milled clasps or chunky, solid links.
I haven't taken off this watch since I bought it the day of your first review of it and after I deceived it. It's so hot that it is sold out everywhere.
I have this in my collection and it has the most wrist time
I just bought one today! Can't wait to get it.
@@muffemod its a great watch. Small and perfect fit. To be honest better than the srpd dive thats supposed to take over the skx line. Also people can make sick mods from this. Love the thickness also its perfect.
Wear it in good health 🤙
@@fteambjj good for 6.5 ?
Great vid Bruce I have the srpe53k1 blue sunburst dial and I love it I know the bracelet is not the best but it's functional and the drilled lugs mean you can change it out easily and for 275$ you get alot of watch.
Alot of people dont know about the SKX031, 40mm, looks like a sub, love it, own it, will never sell it.
I love this channel so much and you finally convinced me to become a Patreon member today.
You read my mind. That'll be my first watch. Out of stock everywhere except Japan until a fresh batch comes in, but I'll be getting one. Great video, thanks. Enjoy it!
Bruce- so great review. Just before to pull the trigger. Get going 🚀
I bought this piece
This watch actually fits rubber b strap for submariner. I paired mine with black rubber b with rolex style clasp
Bruce, I will say the 4R36 in my turtle was less accurate and running around +10 - +15spd fast. After nearly 2years of ownership its now typically +2 - +5spd. My experience has been the exact opposite of yours. I love the 4R36 - wish the day switch was quicker other than that its a great movement.
Would you say it is a durable movement? I work in a warehouse which is some manual work, I'm concerned I may damage the movement.
@@colin7225 Very durable movement - had 0 issues with mine in the past (nearly) 3 years. Its been banged around - fell in hot motor oil (While changing the oil in my truck).
So it seems people don’t mind a crap mechanical movement, it’s better than quartz?
J B I’d just put a quartz in it to keep costs low and still have great accuracy
Would look great without the day/date complication and the new '5' logo (yes, I know if a Seiko 5!)
Really well made video buddy! Thank you for that! Can u tell me what strap it is at miin 4:00? This Combo just completely blows ma mind! o_O
I just recently bought one of these on watching another video. But after looking around I could not find one with a Made in Japan. Personally I don't mind that, but the prices have gone up. You should look at what's around now. I got one with the NATO band, and have now sourced a non-genuine metal bracelet which seems to fit it
I love the watch and actually It was my first time to see your channel and I did watch all the way through.
Search for SBSA051. $315. JDM same watch.
@@FT4Freedom thanks, just searched and yes, you're exactly right. But as mentioned I already bought one ... and that US$315 is pretty close to AU$ that I paid for mine (in fact the ebay listings are only Japan and nearly AU$200 more than I paid for mine ;-)
@@finophile cheers and best wishes to you and your family.
The handsets are nicely filled. Wish they had continued with the indices.
Actually it's the SRPE51K1, not the SRPE61 because of the metal wristband.
Thank you, I too was confused that which 5 SRPE series comes with this band..
Is this band the default stock you get with the watch ?
Excellent video man!!! Great intro.
Just grabbed the Anthracite dial with a bracelet. I absolutely love this watch
I have all the colours on Matching coloured suede straps.
Such a great watch.
This is the watch that could compete with the Explorer - Seiko, please put in sapphire, screw down crown, solid case back and a better bracelet. Then jump into a 8 series movement. I'm wearing a SKX007 homage, sapphire, NH35, great C3 lume, bracelet equal to my SKX009, BGW9 on the ceramic bezel that aligns with the chapter ring - $110US. Seiko should give up on entry level, the Chinese have that now, Seiko should go mid-range with the high end specs - they can do it
Why would they if they can go midrange with low level specs...
@@Psysso They seem to want to go upscale. I always remind myself - most people use their phone now to get the time, watch companies have to keep the watch wearers happy and most of us are not low low end.
@@whereRbearsTeeth Value is only part of a watch - how durable, how accurate, how dependable and how it wears. Look at the watch as a tool and brand and cost fade. Look at a watch as a heirloom and your right.
I really love the lume and dial setup of this watch. any 36mm version of this ? :D
No just 40mm
I was thinking about the same lines. Nevertheless that understated dial is awesome just like Oris's Pro Pilot and Tudor's BB 41.
Bruce Williams Can you put links in the description for the straps in this video
Where can I get the light grey suede strap? It's gorgeous!
Bruce, I agree with you completely. It specifically is a price point. Add in all the improvements and it is a different watch. If you think about it, this is about the same price as a Swatch! I think Seiko realized that they had a platform in the XKX that was open to countless modifications and they decided to get in on the action. And make it affordable. I also agree with ChadatWork about dive watches. I am also tired of "the look". Water resistance, weight and a timing bezel that i dont need. So why are they so popular? They are EASY TO READ!
I have 3 of the DressKX.. Soon too be 4! They are almost the perfect watch! If it had Sapphire.. Then this would be a tough watch too beat 👌
I just ordered the gild Matte black one. I always wanted to get this watch but hesitated because of all the things it is missing. I wish they would offer an upgraded version at a higher price point as the design is beautiful
I know i'm kinda late but i'm glad I discovered this watch and got one last week. It's just perfect!
Love this video You inspired my purchase and MOD - Domed sapphire Seiko signed crown Brushed chapter ring Strapcode oyster bracelet 🧨Seiko Perpetual!!!
Beautiful watch and the perfect size for me, but these no screw-down designs shuts me down.
Screw down crown is useless unless you're diving well over 200ft in depth
“Nothing” above the 6 would look terrible. Unbalanced.
Just bought one. There's one srpe51 left on Amazon for $208 😎
I just got the 53 and it looks fantastic. The only issue I found with it is the gap between the crown and the case seems too wide. All of the pictures and videos I've seen of the watch it appears that there is really no gap so I assume mine has a quality control issue. Anyone else have this issue?
I bought one only last week. Great watch, very happy with it!
Thanks for explaining the blue Saturday and the red Sunday features. Also I agree,
I could do without the "automatic" and the weird "5" ( or is it an "S" ? )...
Most honest review I've seen! Just made me subscribe 👌 Me i personally love this watch! Kind of reminds me of a tudor blackbay, Simple but elegant 😏👌⌚
I just stumbled upon your channel, so definitely will be subscribing!
But at any rate, I have to agree with you, this is a fantastic watch. I purchased a blue 5KX earlier this year, and while looking at that watch I saw this one, (but with the bracelet, the SRPE51) and when I got home I couldn't stop thinking about it. The very next day I returned the unopened 5kx I bought the day before and exchanged for the SRPE51.
That was about 6 months ago, and I still couldn't be happier. I've swapped my second hand to the Rolex style lollipop and added a sapphire crystal. But aside from those small changes I feel like Seiko did a perfect job on this watch.
Excellent review, and I look forward to watching more of your videos. 👍
I'm very happy that this watch doesn't have a screw down crown. I like the fact that I can just pick it up and wind it without fiddling with the screw. I'd actually pay a little more for the convenience of a push/pull crown for this type of watch. Luckily I don't have to.
Nice review man
like it. looks great with the tan leather band
Gotta love Seiko.
I need one. 🥰😍
Seiko will sell a boat load of these for sure.
Could’ve been the perfect watch if they gave it 200m WR, sapphire crystal, and decent bracelet. Charge $500. People would buy these up left and right.
Orient Kamasu for less than $500.
People are gonna buy these anyway so.. :P
Hardlex is clearer and less reflective than saphire.. never had an issue with that. Obsession with depth rating is getting silly.. no diver would use this for diving.. 100 metres is enough for anyone.. the bracelet is every bit as good as a Rolex from the 90s, nobody mentions that... watch reviewers have made SEL and Saphire an issue that isn’t !! Sorry Bruce, but this unboxing sh1t and the usual 316L comments from the others is boring rubbish.. glad you don’t mention that
@@dylanglyn I prefer sapphire for the scratch resistance........in any watch....
@@dylanglyn Ive got a Seiko SNZF17 and a 1999 Rolex 16570 Explorer II. The Seiko bracelet doesn't hold a candle to the Rolex oyster bracelet. Its a great beater watch, though.
Great video as always. Agree on all points. I have the SRPE65K1, the green dial version. Mine had slight misalignment to the chapter ring and there was an issue with the hacking seconds. Doesn't really hack or it is really difficult to hack. And, the accuracy was kind of all over. At home doing home stuff, it seem to hold about +2 to +4. But, at work and at end of day, seem to jump to +10 to +12. Anyways, my experience a little less than perfect, but, I'm getting it fixed.
I also have the Holzer bracelet for this. Need a 2nd set of end links to adapt to this one. I'm hoping the mod is about as simple and easy as it appears.
It's a great new design, or redesign, but u get what u pay for given what I've seen and experience.
Odd. Mine hacks fine.
@@catlike1 good for you. Just seiko qc issues as usually per occasion. Got sh!t bad luck of the draw
@@khronokraze Yeah, there are definitely quality control issues at Seiko. Sorry to hear you got bad luck this time.
@@catlike1 yeah. Nothing I can't fix and make right. But, even at around $300, ore any price point for that matter, i shouldn't have to. Anyways, luckily my seiko modding skills will remedy this situation.
I can live with Hardlex. I'd prefer sapphire for the price, but I've had a Hardlex Seiko for over a year and haven't scratched the crystal yet. I'd rather them upgrade the bracelet if they're pushing upmarket.
Agreed! 100%👌🏽
Instead, they’ll upgrade neither and push upmarket anyway.
As much as I like my SRPE55, sometimes I really dislike its matte dial. Make sure that you try IRL before you buy. The sunburst on the 61 looks much more classy
I completely agree. I ended up selling my SRPE67 a few months back and just picked up a SRPE61. I am much happier but I guess its all subjective.
Did you end up selling it?
It’s kind of like the Tudor BB41, a poor man’s version.
I recently picked up a San Martin 62MAS homage as a holiday beater. It has the Seiko NH35 movement, lumed ceramic bezel, domed sapphire crystal and 200m WR, and a bracelet that is better than any sub £500 Seiko bracelet I’ve come across. It cost £200, so less than this 5KX. They are doing Seiko better than Seiko.
Seiko just don’t offer value anymore, Hardlex is a fancy name for a cheap mineral crystal. Their bracelets are crap. They keep discontinuing all their best watches and replacing them with inferior versions. SKX > 5KX, old Alpinist better than new one, Sarb033/035 better than Presage.
This watch is ok but it’s nothing special and you’re not getting much bang for your buck compared to Seiko’s rivals at the same price point.
Then again, who would have paid £200 for a Chinese off-brand Seiko "homage" five or ten years ago?
Very nice indeed! Love it.
Great watch will get one soon but for now I'm modding my Seiko 5 sports Pepsi as there's so many options to go with! Anyone know who sells the most Seiko mod parts that ships worldwide?
However some say that this model is prone to scratches, especially the bezel. What is your experience Bruce?
Ideally the dial would just say "SEIKO" at the top and "JAPAN" in teeny-tiny font between 5 and 6.
Beautiful simple watch
I really like the grey dial version but gonna wait until l can get a JDM version with Japanese day wheel. Also wondering if Seiko is going to start introducing some dressier watches in the new Seiko 5 lineup
What's so good about Kanji?
Wow man grat vido!
Thanks for the vid, love the review. Got myself a unit (JDM Ref SBSA041), took off a couple of links and the unit fits amazingly well on my 6.5" wrist. It's got a nice weight to it and plenty of looks, punching well above its weight. My Hulk is looking on with envy.
I like this one very much, and it is currently on my shortlist for the next purchase. However, I would much more appreciate the review if the watch was on its factory bracelet, or nylon band in the case of the model reviewed. About the watch itself...my only downside on the watch design is...MAYBE they should ditch the crown guards? I get all SKX-ish case shape craze, but since this is more grounded, field-oriented watch, maybe that kind of difference would actually be welcome? it would look more symmetrical despite its 4-o'clock crown, there's no doubt about it... Nevertheless, good and helpful review.
I have the blue dial version. The bracelet has folded rather than solid links, but they feel much more substantial than the typical Seiko 5 bracelets. If they didn't have an obvious seam, you could almost think they are solid. I'm not a big fan of crown guards. At the 4 o'clock position, though, it's not too bad.
@@catlike1 Thanks for the info! Cheers!
I imagine, just as Seiko watches are made throughout Asia, the bracelets are too. I took the bracelet off mine because it pulled nearly every hair off my wrist. Others have had better luck..
Love it, bezeless looks superb! Very Tudoresqe. Would prefer it without the day/date (or date only at 6) not a fan of dates, but guess they add to the practicality for the forgetful folk. Cheers 👍🏻
Sapphire, Screw-down Crown, etc. What models are we looking at (from Seiko)?
Great details thank you. I'd not realised that the indexes were solid and the lume painted on. Yet the Seiko's always seem to do well in comparisons, if not best?
Hi! I just bought mine and I noticed that the rotor makes a subtle sound when it spins, is it normal?
In india only chinese made seiko 5 is available. Can we trust chinese quality??
I've seen some versions of this watch without the Made In Japan on the face. Are some not made in Japan?
Looks great! Still going to wait for a 36-38mm version.
Do you have some information about 36-38 version or it is only your dream?
I just don’t get why everyone has to have everything in one watch and if they’ve already attained a finer watch themselves it’s the only watch that they wear. There’s a time to wear every kind of watch from a this Seiko in a coffee shop of a Hamilton Khaki Field watch in your back yard, a Submariner on your boat and to restaurants or a Patek Grand Complications out to a special occasion. Over time a person could amass a few dozen watches some considered fine, some entry luxury and some that achieve excellence in the mainstream and it becomes not only a collection but a wardrobe.
It’s better than being one watch. All of your watches are your style.
This is a great watch.
The uncle seiko link redirects to the home page. I guess they must’ve sold out.
Got blue one for 200$, maybe because its asia region price, im not sure tho
At first i couldnt get my head around it.. it looks like a crossover between a diver and a datejust ... But the more i look at it the more i like it. .. it is unique in its own way..🙃
Differences between this and spre51?
Nvm just color right?
Prices are nosediving, also. Gotta wonder if they'll go full Seiko 5 a year from now and be available for like $120
I just paid $155 new with the sale at Macy’s and another 20% off from applying for their card. Sooo worth it. Looks so good and feels even better on the wrist
Thank you so much. I probably will buy it because of this video.
Regards from Germany.
A good looking affordable everyday watch. But I would stretch the budget up to a Tissot Gentleman 80 Powermatic (silly name, I know) and get the extra anti magnetism and the longer power reserve. I don’t need the day indication, unless it says Rolex on the dial 😄
that uncle seiko bracelet makes the watch !!!
A 100 dollars bracelet (I guess) on a 200 dollars watch? Whatever, since Seiko raised the prices, do not put sapphire on 500 $ watches I'm done with seiko. The last watch I bought is a Spinnacker Bradner (new model, green dial) for under 200$ incl shipping at amazon sapphire, 200 m water resistant, real good leather band, unbranded seiko NH35 movement, fantastic look. If Seiko would sell a similar watch - minimum 500 $. Just for the brand? Not with me.
How is this even close to a new King Seiko?
My seiko 5 keeps better time than my Rolex datejust.
So delusional. Seiko makes great bracelets and straps. My Turtle and Sarb033 both have among the most comfortable bracelets I have owned (once an extension is added to the Sarb).
And the rubber strap that the SBP147 comes on is the single most comfortable rubber strap ever made. And I have tried everything. Isofranes are WAY to sticky and bulky. Hirsch are pinchy, hard, and don't flex. Aftermarket straps are always a tremendous disappointment compared to OEM.
Link strap leather plisssss
Is awoseone
I really like that U.S. bracelet on this.
Still a LOT of people complaining about the price point of this watch, thatbit should have this and that... well like they say.. you can't please everyone specialy snobs.. even if you give something for free still they will find issues to complain about.
ok... since this beautiful watch aesthetic is compared to Tudor 41, then lets see which one is the best for the value for money.
Tudor bb41
Sapphire, screwdown crown, solid endlinks and links, water resistant 150m, stainless steel, ETA.. again.. ETA.. MOVEMENT WITH 38HR POWER RESERVE.
for the price of $2,700
Seiko Srpe51
Seiko's own hardlex crystal, robust hollow endlinks/links steel enough to last lifetime, non screwdown crown for 100m water resist, IN-HOUSE 4R36 calibre 41 HOUR POWER RESERVE
for the Price $275
now what is price point for you? a tudor that cost $2,700.. you paid $700 for the watch and $2000 for the brand that is a baby brother of Rolex?
Once my watch budget recovers from recent purchases I am looking at precisely this model.
Excellent!
wonderful value proposition Bruce - nice review - thank you!
Shame about the crystal. I guess this is the hill Seiko wants to die on.
Boring design
I just got the blue SRPE with a nato strap. I wonder if any Strapcode bracelets would fit it?
what was the name of that leather strap from germany?
Nice strap, where did you get the white suede?
Google Fluco Straps. German made- so good