Thanks, JB's are the perfect length for me so I'm hoping that they will fit.Quote:
Originally Posted by petay993
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Thanks, JB's are the perfect length for me so I'm hoping that they will fit.Quote:
Originally Posted by petay993
Another YT video from the same guy. Some highlights;
Accuracy is +0.5 seconds after a day
He says it's the best Seiko Diver he has owned
Size wise on the wrist it compares to a BB58 as opposed to a BB54 and he says actually it may wear a bit big on a small wrist due to the lugs and the Seiko is much slimmer
The silicon strap is far too long for him
Finishing is far superior to the Tudor, on the SJE093 there is clearly Zaratsu polishing - he compares it to a BB58 side by side and says that aside from movement and perhaps brand equity the Seiko either matches or beats the Tudor in every metric
https://youtu.be/hkTQGrIPk7I
Spoke to a Seiko rep today who was visiting an AD. Long story short no such thing as a 'January allocation', what sold out initially was the entire allocation and the only chance of getting more is if other ADs in other countries don't sell their allocations so they get redistributed elsewhere but the chances of that happening are minimal as this seems to be the hottest watch of the last year or so from a supply vs demand perspective.
I spoke to my AD who initially had an allocation of 2, Seiko UK tried to pull both due to overwhelming demand and the AD managed to retain 1 (mine thankfully) but this may also be the case with other ADs so worth checking if yours is still in play! You'll be fine if you ordered via Seiko Boutique, other ADs may be a bit of a gamble and it reeks of Seiko trying to placate some of their boutique VIPs who missed out
Seems they are now in the AD's as I have been offered one for delivery tomorrow.
It's here!
This is the Seiko dive watch that I've been waiting for. Love the look and the dimensions are perfect.
Quality of the finishing is same as the SLA017, this seems like just a scaled down version of the same watch. Circular brushing and looks like zaratsu polishing on the sides? Lume looks like it might have been hand applied.
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Yes the strap is a bit too long, although is it very comfortable. The metal keeper has bevelled edges so it isn't sharp and uncomfortable (like the keeper on the SLA055/57 was). I might keep it on this strap for now as I like the look, makes me feel like I'm a 60's skindiver!
I don't think it wears small at all on my 6.75 inch wrist. For me, it's the perfect Seiko diver.
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Very happy with it!
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Congratulations! Looks awesome.
What AD did you buy from? I've had no word from mine yet.
P.S that would look great on a sailcloth
Thanks, I got mine from Francis & Gaye.Quote:
Originally Posted by ryanb741
I think I'm going to keep mine on rubber, a Tropic really suits it.
That does look lovely!
Waiting patiently for word on mine….
Looks great, what’s happening with the date?Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
I didn't set it properly in my excitement! Corrected in the other 2 photos.Quote:
Originally Posted by Montello
Strap looks ok. What is your wrist size?Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
Can't believe how quickly F & G got it to you!!
Wrist is 6.75
F&G were great, they shipped it out to me as soon as it came in!
Thanks, the stock strap should fit me quite well then although I have also got a Tropic Sport 19mm lined up.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
Enjoy the watch, Seiko nailed it!!!!
I really think they did!Quote:
Originally Posted by petay993
That looks superb. Don’t think seiko gets better than that/SLA017.
As someone who has had plenty of opportunities to compare how good a watch looks on Rocket Man's wrist in real life with his modest abilities in capturing that reality photographically, let me reassure you etc etc etc :encouragement:
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Another wrist shot from more of a distance to give a better idea of the size.
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Looks great and I guess is a 'big' 38mm if that makes sense as that seems to wear like a 40mm, probably because of lug lengthQuote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
Thanks, yes my photographic skills are somewhat limited unfortunately. This watch looks much better in real life.Quote:
Originally Posted by Der Amf
I think my quest for the ultimate Seiko diver is over at last.
Trust me, Mr Man's photography will still be withholding a degree of the truth about how well the watch is sitting on his wrist.Quote:
Originally Posted by ryanb741
Who by? Stevie Wonder?Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
I'm peering at that sentence, trying to find within it a commitment to not selling the watch, and not finding one :playful:Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
Okay it's a little lumpy maybe but I like the artisanal, hand applied touch! It was the same on my previous SLA017 and SLA023.Quote:
Originally Posted by Seamaster73
I can't imagine Seiko coming out with a better diver (for me).Quote:
Originally Posted by Der Amf
I've been told by Chisholm Hunter that mine is at their head office and is being sent to Kingston for me to pick up tomorrow
Excellent, I hope that you like it as much as I do!Quote:
Originally Posted by ryanb741
What price are you selling it for Ryan?Quote:
Originally Posted by ryanb741
Lovely stuff.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
Next time I sell a Vostok I'm definitely going to big-up the "artisanal, hand-applied" lume.
I ordered a little late from Goldsmiths before they pulled the pre-order down. Hoping I managed to snaffle one.
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Have you heard anything from them. I too ordered late, they put a hold on my card but it reversed a few days later, not heard from them since. Doesn’t bother me as I’ve managed to source one elsewhere (thanks to a top TZer).
Cheers
I called them on Friday and they said the order was in the system and was just waiting stock. I’ll give them another call today or tomorrow and see if they have an update.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kash
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The shape of the lume vs the markers would drive me nuts.
I'm looking forward to someone who has a better camera (and superior photography skills) posting some proper photos of this watch!
Well just spoke to Goldsmiths. No update as of yet.
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We all like artisanal on (mock) vintage Seiko. Ignore him.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocket Man
Yup, agreed.Quote:
Originally Posted by petay993
I think it looks great.
Thanks for letting us know. Suspect they are wondering how to allocate 3 watches to 20 orders….Quote:
Originally Posted by waser
Yup. I’m not holding my breath on getting one.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kash
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I reckon you missed a zero there.....Quote:
Originally Posted by Kash
30 watches and only 20 orders ?Quote:
Originally Posted by ryanb741
:-P
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Harsh. I think Stevie only got to work on the movement.Quote:
Originally Posted by Seamaster73
Looks great to me ... I'd love one but I have too many watches already ... still have one to sell which I promised the wife when I bought the Mark XX; she hasn't mentioned it so I'm keeping my head down ...
In fairness, he'd earned a promotion after all those years on chapter rings.Quote:
Originally Posted by jukeboxs
I think I just snagged another one. Hopefully it gets confirmed and I’ll cancel the Goldsmiths order.
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More like 200 orders as they were doing IFC with a £250 gift cardQuote:
Originally Posted by waser
And at one stage it was possible to place 30 in your basket and proceed to checkout!Quote:
Originally Posted by ryanb741
Still loving it.
Sunburst effect is beautiful and not too dramatic (as some sunburst dials can be).
I also love the distortions caused by the domed sapphire crystal.
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