What do you guys think is a better alternative? Let us know!

I used to hate the cyclops window on watches. Then I got older.

I have enjoyed the Alpinist 017 for a year. The green grows on you, and It’s a reminder, every time I wear it, why I still like Seiko. I see comments about dropping the cathedral hands… I personally think that would be a huge mistake as I think it adds to the refined look, and they are actually A throwback to early field watches. Thanks for the great review! John

I just learned about the Alpinist in April and it didn't measure largely on my radar screen. But that was because I really didn't know much about it. For Seiko enthusiasts to compare it to the Rolex Explorer is a pretty bold statement. I admit that I wasn't sure it was appropriate, but the more I've learned about it, the more I was convinced that--for the price--it was a better choice. I do like the way it looks, although I am leaning towards toward the green dial model. AB--as always--presents a solid review without any snobbery. I've watched dozens and dozens of YT reviews now and he keeps things on an even keel. Not many of us can afford a Rolex. They make great watches for sure, but for those of us looking for something a little lower in MSRP, these reviews are very helpful. Great work.

I've been eying this one for a quite some time! The Cyclops doesn't bother me at all and I actually like the splash of red on the dial. What I wished you showed: some wristshots from top down, also a closer look on that bracelet. And I always appreciate it when someone shows a watch in natural lighting. This way, we can see how the watch actually looks like. Still, very nice camera work here, I appreciate it :)

Great content and micros, great job and thank you!

Best alpinist so far. One of the best seikos at this price.

May i ask if you prefer this one or the baby Alpinist black dial with black leather strap?. I'm on the fence of buying an Alpinist, and torn which one between the two I will buy. Your recommendation will be a big help.

Regarding the splash of red on the dial, Seiko missed the opportunity to put “alpinist” on the dial. The Prospex X has no business being on such a long-standing line of watches in my opinion.

Hiya buddy. Are the end links solid or hollow plse. Also, what is best, most rugged watch, this or Hamilton khaki? Thank you

Another great review, not loving the price point. However I appreciate the upgrades. Would have love to see the caseback and lume.

I thought the cyclop is pretty cool and definitely help with the legibility. Great review, thank you!

The SPB119 Alpinist is so beautiful!!

Wait another 20 years, you will appreciate the cyclops, and not everything is rolex ripoff

I have a Seiko sarbo35 and love it . Looks like a Rolex OP to me .

Great video AB. I am not a big fan of the Alpinist no matter what the dial color is. I am with you in looking forward to the release of the new model without the rotating bezel. I wish they could make it in about a 36-37mm case. I will take the Smiths Everest as my alternative to a Rolex Explorer. Thanks again AB, Brian.

What type of illumination is used on the dial? Does it stay visible through the night?

Your filmmaking is top-drawer. Thank you for amazing work

I love Seiko but not the biggest fan of the Alpinist. Well the green and gold version Stimm is awesome but like as well the black version. As usual a great review bro, videography at its best, keep up the good work 👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

why is it ticking so oddly at 6:37? did you slow the video down?

Lovely review keep them coming! As for the watch personally I think the cumpus is a waste, That extra nob takes away the clean lines on otherwise a perfect time peice!!

Love my sarb017, will get one of these when the price drops.(tho as someone else points out in the comments it's cheap compared to my Khaki king) Don't like the fugly cyclops (even tho I'm old enough to need it, it's an abomination IMHO)... Shame this new generation don't say "Alpinist" on them, but I'm used to the prospex logo on my other watches so that doesn't bother me.. Excellent video, stay healthy 👍🏻

That black dial is nice. I like the red and it plays nice with the red digits. But then again I’m fond of red. Thanks for the vid!

Gott the 119 cream dial in the post, can't wait😁👍 No signed crown? No problem and I am sure there will be some mods at some point. Crystal cyclops isn't an issue as I don't own a watch with this feature. Price? That depends on what you want out of a watch, is a 50m Hamilton Khaki King worth £450 if this is £570?

Great content as always!

I love my 017! This one looks great too, but after putting a Vario strap, Harris wool, in pecan, on it I can't stop looking at it!

I would love to see a review or at least get your thoughts on the Alpinist without the rotating bezel. The spdc115.

Nice review!

Thanks for thevideo. I've missed the part with the accuracy of the new movement. How did it do with accuracy?

The black and cream dials are gorgeous. I am tempted to buy both. That's insane, but hey this is an addiction not a hobby lol.

Does the 2nd crown wiggles a bit?

I love this variation on bracelet, but I wish they didn't put the cyclops-ish date window anymore.

helpful review!

I like the last one, can get it new for 500€ shall I get it? Can this watch increase in value or at least not be sold for less than half the price when I will sell it in second hand?

You’ll appreciate, maybe even need, the cyclops in 20 - 30 years. It is a necessity for many of us older folks.

I like all the new versions and colors but IDK about the price. I got my original 017 last year and the green and gold dial is so classy. I also got the 035 last year and glad I did. These are great watches and I think that 10 to 15 years down the road could appreciate in value as they will be future classics.

What song is used in the intro i love the content

Got one a month ago. Love it!!! The cyclop didnt bother me but I think its a bit thick. Wish they didnt put the see thru case back and retain the same thinest as before. Oh and also the clasp has too little micro adjust... it just doesn't fit right....not a deal breaker though. Overall a great watch if you get it at a good price. I got it for around 500$ second hand(mint)

Awesome video my friend. I would want one I could pair with a two tone bracelet and no cyclops.

I love the watch but hate the cyclops. Is it possible to put in a new lens without the cyclops? I would take it to a watch repair shop but don’t know where to buy the lens.

i think it's more an alternative for rolex op and omega at in terms of its design. rolex op was a mountaineers watch back then by the way. overall, with its unique design and historical background, alpinist is one of the ultimate everyday watches, that deserves to be mentioned among those legends. i liked the cyclops addition, which imho gives the watch a more tooly vibe anyway. i just wish, they put into that beauty a better movement than 6r35. alpinist deserves that.

Cool review. Do you think will this work wearing a black suit?

For someone who wants the function of the explorer but without the worry of getting stabbed for it on the mean streets of South East London....this is perfect

IMO the red 20 Bar and in other details adds more character to the watch :)

Just got this at $600 US, Like the size quite similar to Old Rolex datejust 39.5mm for my 6.5 inch wrist! Simple Crisp black dial, seems like they're coming up a newer model without the compass ring inside at 38mm. An even more simple look but still prefer with the compass ring!

I just bought the white one, not so sure about this movement. It is relatively accurate measured over a week period, however when reading the data on a timegrapher the results are all over the place, so much that I thought the watch arrived broken. After few Orients I am not very satisfied with my subjective feel about the build quality as nothing is in line with anything, the cyclops is off as well, the movement I mentioned earlier, none of this is present on my 3 Orients, even on much less expensive one. Built like a tank? A workhorse? Tough? Robust? Not so sure, but it is a beautiful watch non the less.

Did I miss the lume shot? That's a big deal. How good is it? It's a must have for a review.

Really cool watch bro. The rotating non-locking compass makes me crazy (not n a good way) cyclops is dumb. Everything else is great! Great review. THANKS!

This model alpinist will pee all over Rolex explorer any day! The quality is all there, in looks and feel on the wrist. Crazy price for what you get! Mines running at +2/4 sec in 5 positions, amazing! If this watch had been made with a printing on the dial with the words "swiss made"? I'm sure it will be in the price range of £2000/£4000. If it had the brand rolex on there? You'll be bumped further! Don't forget? These watches are Seiko's in-house movement. Not a single thing has been imported from outside, to in-house.

Common AB no case back, no talk or show for the clasp, about end links, links pin and color system, pricing and websites you can purchase it from. I am not a critic but I can see your passion and I am trying to tell you what I think can make your review better.. Set your complete watch description format. I think there was no lug width also.... Your camera and production work is better then most but your description and content is for a enthusiast..make the content for enthusiast and layman both who knows nothing about watches and accidently watch your video... Let's say even a simple hacking feature is something you should always mention in one line for the audience that the second hand will stop and the video should be showing it you doing it for couple of seconds... The clasp butterfly or fold over, push button whatever it is milled or stamped.. How many adjustments.. half links or not.. the case back text, engraving , see through, polished or brushed in this case I think a see through polished screw down case back. Don't take it seriously you know better what you are going for.. I like your camera work

Just brought one of these... got it at 25% under RRP. Brilliant watch... really happy with it. Personally, I like the cyclops.

What is the pusher used for ? Nice looking watch but if I were going into mountains I would use a g shock!

I quite like the gilt cream version. I just wish they would get rid of the compass. I know that they are making some non-compassed alpinists, but they don’t have the applied indexes or any gilt dials

Great review. Would you still recommend the sarb17?

My question to anyone reading - would you actually wear this backpacking? Although not terribly expensive, I am somewhat reluctant to take a watch of this price point into the backcountry.

hi, may I ask if it's robust to allow drops from height about 1.2m, 2~3 times in 6months period and still hold it's accuracy? Thanks for any replies..

I love it I'm so pleased I got one

The ones without the compass bezel were all taken down. Any clue if Seiko will be releasing them, or is Tag Heuer gonna sue them for design theft?

The green one is better looking. More unique I must say.

Cool watch, but I don't like micro second hash marks.

74 hours power reserve or 70 hours?

Nice watch, nice video

Looks awesome on the wrsit

I like this watch and actually don’t mind the cyclops. If only the compass had a screw-down crown (as my Hamilton GMT does), I would have loved it. That compass that rotates freely, whenever, is too much for my finicky obsessiveness with my watches. Thanks for the review.

Problem I have with this watch is the "disappearing" nature of its markers in low light.

I wish the second hand was all red... Would be stunning...

This is a better version of the Alpinist with upgrades. Seiko also produced 2 new colors with strap variations, so it is understandable that the new ones are more expensive. You can't produce upgraded products and price them at the same price as older inferior ones. I personally love the cyclops and the red on the dial. The black Alpinist is sure to be a collector's piece.

I agree with you about the cyclops. Cheapens the aesthetics.

if it wasn't for the cyclops, I would've purchased the green dial variant ages ago

I actually don't mind the Prospex logo and I think most people are on that boat, with a very noisy minority that loathe it. However, Seiko should migrate it to the upper half of the dial, directly below the SEIKO logo.

you know you can just remove the cylops right?

Perhaps is not a real comparison but I rather go for Hamilton Khaki King II. I am not a fan of the cyclops, plus no sapphire crystal? Outstanding review.

No cyclops and black date wheel with white numbers would make it perfect for me.

Honestly if you’re willing to forgive no AR coating and no sapphire glass, the SARB033 is a better Explorer alternative. I know it’s no longer in production but plenty of stock is available.

What’s wrong with the Tisell Explorer as a less expensive Rolex Explorer alternative?

Seiko movements are not as accurate as Tudor or Rolex movements. The only one I've seen that comes close consistently are their Spring Drive movements. Notice I said consistently, because you can get a random Seiko movement that runs at +2/-2. Otherwise I'd agree with you. Without the accurate movement, the looks aren't worth it.

Nice watch but never been a fan of the hour hand (shape).

Missing the even numbered hour markers. Might like it more if they kept that aspect of the sarb017

74 hrs are you just ok dude❤😮😮

You should have included how to use the compass. It is another highlight and function of the watch.

Just warm the cyclops up by either touching it with a soldering iron for a few seconds or a small blow torch, it will soften the glue and will just pop off with a knife. Don't get it too hot, you don't need to.

I have this watch and it’s a killer. I love it so much I wanna get another one the same. It’s so awesome I actually gave my Sarb017 to my wife, haha.

Its so fantastic of its 😅😅😅😅74 hours

Beautiful piece. Great review (and I agree the cyclops doesn’t look right on this watch

Change that round handset and this is a hit.

Wait, but what about the cyclops?

So you're saying... you like the cyclops window

A nice enough watch, but it would be better without the useless compass feature and the ugly second crown. Also, the cyclops really doesn't work for this watch. The main reason the Explorer is so revered is its simplicity. It doesn't do much, but what is does do it does perfectly.

That was really fantastic videography. the macro especially. I love the high polish, don't mind the cyclops. It's actually even the right size for my small wrist, but I truly hate the font of that Automatic. The red is pretty ugly as well. The indices are gorgeous. But when I look at the face, the first thing I see is the hideous text. It's a shame. deal breaker since I am looking for my next watch. Keep up the great work. Love your channel.

I like the old green one better. But for the price of a new one u could get a Swiss automatic chronograph with valjoux movement on the gray market

The gap between the end links and the case is a bit too big for the price point.

I have expected this watch a lot but in the end I didn't grab one. I think it's still a fair choice for newcomers of this hobby.

Everything nice about this you hate lol

I bought him a year ago its my best Daily watch

Great looking video, as usual. But you’ve been all about Seiko (and Grand Seiko) lately.

This is what l would change to perfect the Alpinist. 1. Put the solid case back on with the mountain logo. 2. Change compass to diver style internal bezel. 3.replace 5,10,15 numerals behind markers with military time indications. 4. Keep 6r15 movement. See , I did this for free with no prior training. Will Seiko listen to me ?

The cyclops just adds an undesirable look imo. I really wish it were optional for some of these models

saw this in person... not impressed. Only the green dial was interesting... but it's nothing special.

In my opinion...

Can i random swimming and shower with this watch ?? Or scuba diving ?? Suggest me please