FULL REVIEW: Seiko PADI SBDC055 and 62MAS Comparison SPB071J1
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- Seiko PADI SBDC055 special edition dive watch. Very similar in design to the Seiko 62MAS Reissue. I compare the two watches together and discuss what I like about the PADI version. SPB071J1 / SBDC055
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I’ve got the sbdc051 Black Dial version and like it very much , it was running very slow at -25 seconds a day but I regulated it myself and now it is holding at +7 sec day. Good review!
Yep mine is doing exactly this now, its driving me mad
Hi I got my Seiko SPB 071 last months and I take it as my daily beater within my sky prospex and now still accurate both of them not miss even a minute for than one moths.Alhamdullilah maybe its my luck got seiko with perfect machine because my other collection like monster miss 2 minute every two weeks
Mine was minus 20ish a day, I returned it and they serviced it for me. After 2 months it has lost 30 seconds, can't argue with that!
I just bought a sbdc085, and I guess I am the lucky one getting a 6r running at a smidge less than +2 daily. I have heard the result can varies dramatically.
Great review. I've enjoyed watching your videos. Looking forward to more.
Cheers.
Hey thanks very much and thanks for watching and commenting. If you have any ideas of things you would like to see me cover then feel free to email me thecasualwatchreviewer@gmail.com or message me on the facebook group.
This watch is stunning in person. The light blue coin edge bezel ring is my fave aesthetic feature.
Yes it looks great and still catches my eye. The wave design is very obviously and deep in the dial.
Yes i like that blue edge bezel aswell..I wonder where can I buy that to personalize my SBCD051
@@ronaldsasmoko2112 I've never seen one anywhere. It looks anodized to me, and I'm not sure it can be easily reproduced even if you were to find a plain variant from one of its sister watches.
Fantastic review. The PADI has a truly beautiful dial.
Great video. Thank you :)
HI Jeffrey, yes I have been very impressed with it so far. Its keeping good time and the dial is really cool. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
My SBDC055 Padi is super accurate and only off by 1- 2 sec per day 👍
Really good review! I was very serious in purchasing the SRPA21J1 JDM the past few weeks but after seeing this review, I believe I'll change my mind and get this better quality PADI instead! Love that gradient 2 tone dial, domed sapphire crystal and Zaratsu polished line on the case side 😍. Subbed from Canada!
Hi, welcome to the channel. I think this watch is the best dive watch I have ever owned. My first impressions of it have not worn off from this video!
The Casual Watch Reviewer Awesome!
The sbdc055 is next on my purchase list, if I purchased this today the 30/12/18 through gnomon watches with today’s exchange rate it would cost me AU$1091, went shopping just before with my missis and went into a jewellery shop, they wanted to charge me AU$1650, 🤣🤣🤦♂️🤦♂️ think I’ll keep collecting through the overseas market, cool vid and I’m buying this 055 next for sure. 👍👍
Hi Guy, I actually made a number of follow up videos on this watch you may also want to check out. As it stands I can't really recommend the one I had in this video, you may want to do a bit more research.
The Casual Watch Reviewer cheers for your reply brother, I’ve been watching those vids you mention and from what your friend who did the tear down stated it sounds like a lubrication problem, I’ve just emailed Gnomon with regards to this problem and they stated they’ve had no problems with any of their watches running that movement, they’ve gone as far as to state they will take picks of my unit on the machine used to show accuracy to show me its tolerances before shipping, I’d be pissed if I pay close to AU$1000 for the SBDC055 and it’s not running right, at least I have a good watch maker that could do a service if that’s truly the problem, what do you think brother.
I have been very impressed with the service I got from Gnomon watches but I have never had to send a watch back to them. From a sales side they are one of the best in my experience. As I mentioned in that upload I could have just got a bad one. It actually was not bad from the start it took three or so weeks. So just keep an eye on it. I think in the range of seiko dive watches you can get that movement in cheaper models, you really have to like the case design to make it worth the extra. If you have that money to spend and want a vintage have you priced up the Oris Sixty Five?
The Casual Watch Reviewer yea the Oris sixty five is so similar yet the over look of the PADI 055 I like better, yea maybe you did get a bad one, same thing happened to me, my second Steinhart I purchased direct from Steinhart and not from Gnomon as I had with my first Steinhart, when the one from Steinhart turned up, same deal, three weeks in and I noticed it just wasn’t loosing time but when I adjusted the hands they didn’t engage when turning the crown, down to my local watch maker, he said the watch and the movement (eta 2824-2) where great yet the movement was not lubricated, he Serviced it and now it’s fine, also to this point your reviews are all I’ve noticed pointing to a problem, early days in my research though and I’m glad I’ve seen your reviews and I’m glad I’ve subscribed to your channel brother 👍👍
Love my SBDC055 nand put it on a blue Tropic strap! Lume is crazy bright and is a keeper in my collection!
You are comparing it to the wrong 62 Mas. This is the PADI of the SBDC051 aka the first modern 62 Mas.
I cant even remember its been years since I made this one.
Should I get this watch or the longines hydroconquest?
Longines Hydroconquest would be my pick.I interviewed a Longines Authorised Dealer last week, we discuss that watch towards the end. He says its as good as a Rolex feature to feature ruclips.net/video/vFm7oI60Xb8/видео.html
Nice watch. It's funny, you don't sound like a Californian!
Yep, I'm like like one of the great american move actors... actually British 😂
@@CasualWatchReviews us Brits do make the best lead American actors!
Really cool edition of the 62Mas, love the wavy dial and new colourway!
Hi Mike, yes I was really taken with the dial. The wave pattern is almost etched in the dial as opposed applied to it. Thanks for commenting again and supporting the channel!
How can I find the watch band like yours?
Many thanks for advanced...😊
Hi, check out www.uncleseiko.com
I like colour combo of this watch, yet theres too much going on on the dial. personally I feel that its overcooked. also I have never liked having PADI printed on the dial, it's a bit cluttering.
I actually got rid of this watch shortly after the review, its a whole saga. IOf you look for the playlist you can see the 4 or so follow up videos including having a watch repair seiko specialist dismantle the whole thing including the movement.
this is a hard choice , i hope you can give me input for my choice , i will buy one between sbdc051 black, 053 blue , 055 padi or 059 green , can yougive reason to your choice
I wish I actually had not bothered buying this watch as I have had a number of issues with it. It is currently with a seiko specialist to work out whats wrong with it, it gained about 40+ seconds a day. This may be a one off, I will be doing a video on it. If I had the choice again I may have gone with black as that looks more like the 62mas but the dial on the blue PADI is really nice, looks much better in person than a picture does it justice.
tks bro,,
Could 6inches wrist easy to wear this watch?
Thats a good question, its bigger than I expected it to be but I think you could pull it off!
The differences just dont warrant the $5k price difference. I will grab the SPB071J1 for sure. I will leave the 62MAS reissue to the Seiko hardcore collectors.
I couldn't agree more with you. I suppose I need to see the 62MAS up close before fully judging but they have done such a good job of this version it would take a lot to convince me. I imagine if you judge it and thing the 62MAS is an investment then it may be worth it. Thanks for commenting and watching!
Comparison with the SLA017 is quite pointless. The watches are vastly more different than they are alike. Different case, different dial, different hands, different bezel, different movement, different dimensions and vastly different price points. The only similarity is that Seiko has, for marketing purposes, attached a reference to the original 62MAS dive watch to both of these contemporary watches. For the SLA017 that's legit. For the SBDC055, it's fairly laughable.
Hi Roger, thanks for commenting. I respect your opinion on this but I clearly don't agree otherwise I would not have made a point of making the video. I think if you are after the styling of the 62Mas and either cant get hold of one, or like me couldn't justify spending that much money on it. Then the SBDC055 gives a very similar styling and feeling. I thought it was worth doing the comparison as I think people are interested. They just did something similar to the new 1968 and bought out similar more cost effective designs.
Love you content. You’ve convinced me to get this watch. I live in the UK and price here is £900.
What’s my best option? Should I buy from shoppinginjapan?
Hi, I had a very good experience with them actually. I'm not sure about shipping to the UK and I think they may be out of stock but certainly worth checking out. I think Amazon US also has them and Amazon UK www.amazon.co.uk/Seiko-Reinterpretation-Sapphire-Gradation-SPB071J1/dp/B0799Q897S/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1519739623&sr=8-3&keywords=seiko+padi
My first time watching one of your videos. I have to say thank you. What a very nice detail oriented segment. Great video work, the whole thing was interesting and balanced. Look forward to watching your other videos. Oh yeah, I'm now looking into my purchase of this great watch.
Hi Robert, thanks so much for watching! Yes I'm trying to mix it up a bit form other watch reviewers. I also try and do a lot of interviews with interesting people in the world of Horology. In fact I recently filmed an interview with a Seiko repair specialist who unfortunately this watch is with. I have had a number of issues with it, most notably that it started gaining 40-50s a day. I may have just got a bad one, I also bought from Japan with an 'international' warranty that Seiko refused to honour in the US. I really liked the watch but just make sure you get one form a place that can easily repair it fo something goes wrong with it, I'm sure it won't but just in case.
I LOVE the OEM strap that comes with this watch. I wish I had one for all my other watches. I don't get the love for the waffle strap, quite honestly.
You can buy the seiko straps separately? I like the waffle strap, in fact I liked it a lot more than the watch itself!
@@CasualWatchReviews Honestly? I think the waffle straps look cheap and ugly. I find them uncomfortable and don't care for how they feel on my arm. Yes, you can buy OEM Seiko straps like the ones that come standard with the 055 if you look hard enough on ebay; they are not as easy to find in 20mm as they are in 22mm, however, and harder still to find in 20mm in blue.
Yep I had an awful time with this watch the quality control on these mid range seiko watches is not great in my experience. I made a few videos on this watch. Including one where we took the movement apart to diagnose what was wrong with it
where i can buy this strap ?
From the master of making vintage seiko straps www.uncleseiko.com
Doesn't look much like the original. Different size, proportions etc and in any case, Seiko makes an actual 62MAS followup called the SLA017. However this modern crown-at-3 diver is characterful and a lot of fun for a Seiko, whose divers are otherwise quite dour.
Hey, thanks for watching. I don't own this watch anymore and had a bit of a bad experience with it, I made a few uploads on it after this one
Hello, can you please tell me where did you bought the new leather strap? I really like the watch but i don't like the original strap
Hi Azinoth, it's actually a rubber strap made by Uncle Seiko, I have a few they are well made. If your after a high quality but affordable leather strap search for 'Man Cave Leather' on etsy or see the recent upload review I did on them
It is a little difficult to get used to the idea of putting under the sea a clock of more than $ 5,000.00, for that I prefer the one of $ 700.00
Hi Oscar, yes I think the 62MAS is for the true fans, although you can pick up an original 1960s for less. I'm sure the quality is fantastic but I'm very happy with the one I have! Thanks for watching and commenting
Can you link to the exact model of strap you purchased?
Yes happy to www.uncleseiko.com/store/p28/20mm_Waffle_Strap_for_Various_Models_--_Version_2_%28v.2%29.html
I've waited for this review for alittle over one week. It was worth the wait. Great review and informative. The waffle strap is a perfect match for the 055. Keep up the great work. 👍
Hey thanks so much. I actually waited a week to do it so didn't upload last week so I could spend more time on it. I have been really taken with this watch, hopefully it comes back in stock soon. Thanks for watching!
What is the size of the waffle strap for the 055? 22mm or 19mm?
Excellent review! I’m a new subscriber
Welcome to the channel and thanks for subscribing!
Looks fabulous on the waffle strap
I think it really suited this watch. I only owned if for a few months and made a follow up video why, check it out in the playlist
What is the difference between sbdc055 n Spb071j1
Hi Edmund, I think the only difference is one is the Japanese domestic version.
I think the SPB071J1 is intended to be sold in the US market. It has the required country of origin details on the lower part of the dial. The SBDC055 is for sale in other countries that do not have laws requiring this identification.
Is it worth buying this non swiss made watch?? What’s the daily accuracy of the watch??
Hi Vinay. Its not just the Swiss who are expert watch makers, a number of countries that have excellent horological history. Japan is one of them and seiko is one of the best brands to offer excellent mechanical movements across an entire price range. Also they make all their own movements for even their more affordable ranges, this is something the majority of swiss brands cant say as they get their movements from ETA (owned by Swatch). You can pay $1,000 for a Hamilton with a ETA 7750 or
$5,000 for an IWC with the same ETA 7750 movements. Germany is another country with excellent watch making history and even countries like China, Russia, US and the UK have watch making industries. In fact Russian Vostok watches are commonly thought to have the one of the best sub $60 mechanical watches you can buy on the market today.
As for this Seiko it is keeping good time with about +1 to +2 seconds a day. I have been using a timing app on the iPhone and have been impressed considering the specs say +10 to -15 per day.
My SPB069 with 6R15D were consistently at +2 for more than 2 weeks. Way better than sarb017 that i used to own. Quite dodgy considering both powered by 6R.
Hi Vinay I got Seiko sky Prospek with 4R machine and its cost only USD 220, I use it for two moths and the accuracy is PERFECT no miss even a minute for 2 months till now but for sure its Alhamdulilah my lucky got a perfect machine more than my swiss watch like tissot
"is it worth buying this non-swiss" sorry if this sounds rude, but you are very ignorant
Oh dear, there's always somebody saying this. Perhaps I'm bias saying this as a Seiko enthusiast but there's brilliant watches from all over the world. All my Seiko's run very well and keep good time.
I have seen some other reviews saying the bezel doenst line up perfectly with the 12o‘clock position. Can you confirm this? This would definetly concern me for the long term
Hey, mine was actually ok. I have had some other issues with the watch. Im going to cover this in an upcoming video. If you want to know before then you can email me at thecasualwatchreviewer@gmail.com
The Casual Watch Reviewer thanks for the quick response! I am definetly interested in hearing of these problems, since i was about to buy this watch.
Thank you very much, just subbed!
The Casual Watch Reviewer when could we expect this video, if you don't me asking?
own the stealthy all black version, and before I pulled trigger I did have 5 of different 62MAS reimagined laid in front of me. I didnt see any chapter ring misalignment (guess seiko has finally took some action). but I did notice the lume application wasnt even on the indices. the stealthy sbdc085 is the one with only a slight overflow edge on 11, so I took that instead. the worst one was pretty much having lume flowing here and there on all applied indices. to me that seems to be the main flaws to watch out on these 62 MAS reimagined version.
Great review. Am very tempted but they are a bit more expensive in the UK. Only slight concern is size and my 7" wrist as I tend to go max to 40mm. Think that blue is fantastic and the blue coin edge gives it a major difference to the others in the range.
Hi, I think you may be ok with this, it is very comfortable and not heavy at all. My wrist is 7.5 inch so not that much different. I really like it so if you can get to a place and try it on. Thanks for watching and commenting
Im in the UK with a 7" wrist, I bought 1
How much is it in the UK? I bought one recently, looks really good. My wrist is 19cm (7.5in). The sapphire, love it. Very attention catching, i must say.
popopo1976 Standard price is £899 I got 15% off
Ooh nice, lovely dial and nice hands. Great review 👍🏼
Hi Jim, thanks so much and thanks for continuing to watch and comment!
Is there a nickname for this beautiful piece ?
Hi, I’m not really sure it has one? I actually sold this a while ago and have a few reasons around why that was in my uploads if your interested.
This Seiko is over priced. The tissot PRS 516 offers you ceramic bezel. At a much cheaper price, with 80 hours power reserve.
I actually totally agree with you here. I think in comparison with its competitors it is overpriced.
That Tissot has great spec but it doesn't look nice. The movement matters but it has to be cased in a watch case. Maybe you do but I would not buy a watch that looks like crap even it has a more superior movement because it doesn't give a good feel whenever I look at it.
Seiko looks 100x better than the tissot
Why are you copying tgv? Create your own style please. Good review though.
Hi James, how am I copying TGV?
@@CasualWatchReviews oh come on mate you know damn well.
No not at all, I'm serious. I don't try and copy him at all. Apart from me being also British and their being a watch in the video I don't see any similarities at all. I am genuinely interested to know what you think that.