Just picked up the orange one, late to the party. I love everything about this watch. Yes, the orange screams out at you a bit, but that's ok. It's definitely different. So far very reliable, easy to read in the dark, robust. It's the only watch I'm wearing these days.
@anonymouswatchguy42232 жыл бұрын
I have the orange.. these are hot🔥🔥Seiko did a great job
@AbdulRWatches2 жыл бұрын
I picked up the orange one, also feom Seiko online boutique. I think it might be less versatile than the other colors, but the orange is just a perfect summer watch for me.
@iainrossiter758 Жыл бұрын
A proper old school Seiko. I’ll probably buy all three. Love the SSK model name as well.
@stiglinneberg7512 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for a very good and accurat revue! I've had the blue version for a couple of weeks, just fixed it with a navy blue one-coloured nato strap and worn it almost every day.
@emaeder18 Жыл бұрын
Got the 001 a few days ago. I think it is awesome for the price and will open up a lot of possibilities for future models and other brands. Mine runs about -5secs/day, and I will adjust shortly. I think Seiko did a great job on these models.
@rodsalvador3608 Жыл бұрын
There's something about this watch. Been wearing it everyday over some heavy hitters in the collection. Such a fun piece to travel with!
@yz80962 жыл бұрын
Very good, Bruce. I think you made the right choice with the Orange and especially like the gold accents. That said, all colorways are strong at the price point.
@goodrich06 Жыл бұрын
Nice review! Thanks 👏👏
@Vox-Populi2 жыл бұрын
Nice overview. I picked up an 001 and swapped the bracelet for a fabric strap. Tones it down. It's about the same size on my wrist as my 43.5 Planet Ocean.
@javi03132 жыл бұрын
Just picked up an ssk005 and I really enjoy how strong an orange the dial is. Really fun for the summer and I have a trip planned soon so it works out perfect. Yeah Im sure micro brands will make some awesome pieces with this movement but I do think there is something to be said for having the first affordable gmt from a reputable brand.
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
100 percent. It will have kicked off the segment
@777soul562 жыл бұрын
Also got the 005 and absolutely loving it. Already recieved compliments at work and wife said my taste in watches is getting better and better 😋
@TriniDaChief Жыл бұрын
Hello, are the markers on the orange dial white or cream colored?
@mick76 Жыл бұрын
@Bruce Williams Nice video! Just got the 001 and 005 to add to my 003. Question what model is the gold/beige GMT featured in your thumbnail? Can't seem to find it.
@dajuice4200 Жыл бұрын
I bought a 003 should be here on Friday. Can't wait.
@jcrobles63 Жыл бұрын
I got my 05 days after it was released. I had to get mine from Italy at a little under retail. I am extremely happy with it, I put it on an Alpine bright orange rubber strap and it looks amazing!
@evh46112 жыл бұрын
Seiko is killing it
@petercharron32682 жыл бұрын
Got the blue, love it.
@Eric_Nielsen2 жыл бұрын
These are a hit in a couple of my groups where most guys have a Rolex or AP as their daily watch but then want something lower profile for travel to Watch Crime cities like London, Paris, LA, San Fran, New York, Philly, etc. I'd rather wear one of my mid-tier pieces and live without the 24-hour hand but these are a pretty good deal and the modders are already going nuts on them.
@deancollins82292 жыл бұрын
Bruce, I like the orange model !
@peteduran25452 жыл бұрын
This watch is awesome. I picked up the ssk003
@alwayspooh1588 Жыл бұрын
Love the Great Wave mousemat!
@mercster Жыл бұрын
As a disabled guy on Social Security who can only afford bargain-basement watches, this thing is so great, wish I could afford one. But, the good news is that this new affordable GMT movement (NH34) is already showing up in other watches, and will surely trickle down to brands that I can actually afford, like Pagani. They will probably have better bracelets and sapphire crystal too, so fingers crossed! 🤞 Thanks for the video!
@mercster Жыл бұрын
Oh and I would probably go for the SSK003, the blue one :-)
@beri232 Жыл бұрын
@@mercster orange for me! After seeing a few videos yesterday, I put my order in today! I wish it had a sapphire crystal though. Got mine for $475 CAD.
@jameshumphry64432 жыл бұрын
These are so nice . I’ll take them all
@SamrayGTR2 жыл бұрын
This was an excellent release and excited for Seiko. No doubt there will be more color ways of the 5KX GMT soon. We will easily see green, red, and white dials very soon.
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
I hope so!
@alwayspooh1588 Жыл бұрын
I will buy a red if there is one, for sure.
@ScooterNinja Жыл бұрын
Dual tone green would look so good!! wish they release this in green
@entroheat Жыл бұрын
I bought the SSK003 from my friends at topper at a nice discount and let me tell you it rivals my SNR049 which costs more than 10 times. They beautiful fun pieces especially at a decent discount.
@shermanpeh212 жыл бұрын
I got the same SSK005, classic Seiko! It's called Mikan (mandarin fruit) Orange btw.
@Rico_B2 жыл бұрын
Great review. I have to disagree with you on the bracelet, I immediately replaced it with a Seiko Oyster one. It’s all personal preference I guess. Thanks again!
@24934637 Жыл бұрын
I've been SO close to getting one of these on Ebay for a few months, and just never quite got round to winning the auction, but it IS without any doubt the next watch that I'll be buying. A GMT for under £400 is great value for money, and from everything I've seen online (NOT as yet seen one face to face)it looks just about unbeatable. Personally I'm not a fan of the jubilee style bracelet, and I think that the dial would have been better as a 'sunburst', but for the price, I can't really complain!
@frenziedcamp3526 Жыл бұрын
My ssk005 is from Japan as well and it is beautiful
@michaelriera62772 жыл бұрын
All look great for different reasons
@masudaharris64352 жыл бұрын
I don't like this trend toward having see-through backs, although if something is visible wrong with your movement, I appreciate being able to see it without removing the back. Still, I might pick one up just because I love orange-dialed sports watches.
@dhakacollege1219 Жыл бұрын
I really like the blue version!
@MB-ot3vb2 жыл бұрын
I wish they would go back to the flat mat orange like the 05 Sumo. Come on Seiko, give us what we want 😁👍🏼
@mrb3172 жыл бұрын
I wanna see more of the grand Seiko you're wearing, how beautiful was that !
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
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@marcustaylor92102 жыл бұрын
Looks good
@Jaycelestra2 жыл бұрын
excellent watches!
@khronokraze2 жыл бұрын
I actually like them a lot. I'm in no hurry as there will be MANY colors, and of course special/limited editions, to come in this model line alone I'm sure well within a year of these releases. Let's not forget any other Seiko model that uses a 4R (even 6R, though, it might be questionable if Seiko should technically downgrade the movement from 6R to a 4R for the sake of a GMT function?).. which is practically every model that uses an an automatic Seiko caliber from at least the late 90's and up. I mean it would be great to see GMT versions of just about all the models.. but, I took a step back and also asked myself.. would I really need or want say a GMT Tuna, for example? Cool, yes I suppose, but, I pretty much never have a use for a GMT function and I think what GMT I already own is more than sufficient to satisfy that style of watch. But, I still welcome the potential. And... I don't know if I'd call this a "game changer". I think it will make the game even more fun with what other watches this new GMT movement will find itself within.
@johnsanabria32792 жыл бұрын
I like the 003 with the blue dial......I'm also a fan of the Cyclops lens. I hope to get one one of these days. What I'm not crazy about is the jubilee bracelet-- would rather see the oyster band on the watch.
@mjv40 Жыл бұрын
I put a jubilee on my 5KX and it really makes it so much better looking and more enjoyable to wear.
@simonob007 Жыл бұрын
Love this watch but I really wish it was a travellers GMT. I know the caller GMT is more common but i can still hope for future iterations.
@sahandworld2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, which website/retailer did you use for your purchase? I’m having trouble getting hold of the ‘Made in Japan’ version.
@danieldravot341 Жыл бұрын
“I like not seeing a day - date combination”. Amen, brother. Amen.
@gttourrx82 жыл бұрын
I think the orange would like great with a two tone gold/stainless jubilee since there are subtle gold hints
@apeekintime2 жыл бұрын
I purchased an Alpina GMT for under $500 in the past. The movement is called AL-555 but I'm sure I doubt it is a true in house caliber. The Alpina has gone way up in price but my point is that there are affordable GMT movements out there. Obviously, the Ali-Express brands also have some affordable GMT movement, too. Assuming Seiko sells this new movement to micro brands we will see an explosion of GMT offerings in the next year at a similar price point.
@mattiaroverso132110 ай бұрын
SEIKO 5 GMT ARE VERY NICE ❤😊
@seanp78712 жыл бұрын
Crazy good 4 the price
@Awkwardfruitfly2 жыл бұрын
I wish they used a sold case back, and came up with a gmt version of the kawasaki wave for their GMT line.. woulda been sick
@e28forever302 жыл бұрын
Kawasaki wave? Green?
@ver2cal20102 жыл бұрын
Love these. I wonder if they will make a King version.
@kennethreid2794 Жыл бұрын
The blue is the best that's the one I'm getting
@canadianwatchmonkey39922 жыл бұрын
I wish they would do a special edition with screw down crown.
@Bigbabafoodie2 жыл бұрын
nice review... would you recommend this seiko or the Tissot prx ? thanks
@torresaccount2 жыл бұрын
I was in love with this at first sight. Although, knowing it has a non-clicking bezel is a non starter for me. I have a watch with a friction fit rotating bezel and it just bothers me more than it should
@ikirikchi2 жыл бұрын
I mainly wear blue jeans, so the color choice is quite obvious for me. The blue version will fit any of my outfits.
@speedmaster001 Жыл бұрын
I have the orange. Love it. Can it be hand winded? Curious if I start to put it on a rotation with my other favorite watches.
@rahimahmed9113 Жыл бұрын
Hi Bruce I just bought the seiko 5 GMT and I absolutely love itis one of the best watches I've worn seiko always makes good quality watches What do you think about the watch.
@mitchmatic80292 жыл бұрын
🙌🏼
@DogStar84 Жыл бұрын
Storing my Rolex GMT & replaced w/the batman SSK. W/rapidly accelerating luxury watch theft in the worlds cities; no longer worth the risk. Considered the Presage Seiko Gmt but decided on the SSK. After one day, im happy w/it. I think I will replace the cheap clasp. After one day its 2 seconds fast. Impressed. Screw down crown and sapphire crystal would have been even better. I would have paid the difference
@michaelbradley64882 жыл бұрын
I really like these watches for the money, a great looking watch with decent water resistance, I cannot understand the rabid anger from some enthusiasts and reviewers.
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
I don't either, but it seems to happen without fail with any new release
@darkrai14752 жыл бұрын
SKX 007 009 still!
@jevgenijivanov68242 жыл бұрын
Much more I waiting from Seiko 7548-7000 / 7C43-7010 reissue with 7C46 and sapphire
@davidfreeburn8592 Жыл бұрын
I bough the blueberry for my birthday present and I absolutely love it. The crystal bezel and blue starburst dial are so lovely … The only downside to this watch is 1. No screw down crown 2. Cheap clasp 3. The lume is bright but doesn’t last long But …what do you expect for the price 🤷🏼♂️ It’s the poor man batman but what can you say at 1/50th of the price This watch has light years more credibility than a fake Chinese batman and it will actually go up in price…odd isn’t it….two watch brands on the opposite economic scale that usually go up in value , rolex and seiko ….
@winduncan98182 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these, the blue. It lasted 12 days before the bezel stopped rotating. Trying to figure out Seiko's warranty.
@husseinharry14462 жыл бұрын
Great video Bruce 👍. Going for the 001 myself, perfect travel watch that I wont worry about when actually travelling. Just wondering what's the accuracy like?
@Rico_B2 жыл бұрын
I’m experiencing around +20 seconds/day.
@OnetoWatch2 жыл бұрын
+5 seconds a day on mine
@husseinharry14462 жыл бұрын
just got mine as well couple days back. running about +12 sec/ day which is pretty awesome I think
@OnetoWatch2 жыл бұрын
@@husseinharry1446 congrats ⌚️👍 if it’s only a couple of days old you’ll most likely find it becomes more accurate over the next few days, once it’s run in! 👌
@ytown42 жыл бұрын
+8 on mine
@BReardon2 жыл бұрын
Is the bracelet on the SSK001 fully brushed or are my eyes playing tricks on me?
@kaungmyatsoeoo33962 жыл бұрын
Could you please make a comparison video between orange sunray one and Turtle nemo ?
@kychoi2653 Жыл бұрын
I will wait true GMT watches with Miyota 9075 movement.
@thorodinson3762 жыл бұрын
Sapphire crystal, screwed crown, solid case back, milled clasp and sell it for $600 they'd sell tons of them
@1malikalik Жыл бұрын
Bro, SEIKO watches are sold across the Globe and they do recognizes not every one can afford expensive watches hence they offer budget friendly stripped-down Bare-Bones timepieces as a platform that enthusiasts and mod communities can build on, improve on and customize on. SEIKO SKX has the largest cult following in the world because the stated reason. You can transform a $250 SKX into just about anything. Hope that helps explain why SEIKO SUB $500 watches are stripped down. Additionally, too many, the inherent flaws of a SEIKO are an added charm.
@ungabungus01 Жыл бұрын
@@1malikalik for me I'd rather not buy an inferior product even at a lower price, add in the Sapphire at least damn it
@1malikalik Жыл бұрын
@@ungabungus01 What's wrong with a Hardlex Crystal? Mind You, CASIO G SHOCK ALL (From the $45 DW5600 to the Most Expensive ones that cost Thousands of dollars) all have Hardlex Crystal- CASIO G SHOCK is the official watch of NASA but ppl give seiko a hardtime over Hardlex when CASIO uses it. I
@Chris-de2qc Жыл бұрын
Lol they'll sell for $1k
@theta38 Жыл бұрын
@@1malikalik Exacly. That's what strange to me as well. 😂
@betruly7894 Жыл бұрын
Many of the Seiko GMT série are suffering from QC issues . I'm not sure if I should pick one . Yes they look nice but what is they are not fonctional ??
@lexc19802 жыл бұрын
Considering this one or the presage sharp edge “true” gmt.
@jordyali2 жыл бұрын
Will that jubilee fit a 7548-700?
@fungus702 жыл бұрын
Seiko is King !
@Deathstar1232 жыл бұрын
Hey Bruce , did you have to pay import taxes on watches purchased from Japan ? If yes then what’s the price limit ?
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
I didn't
@johnvuela12112 жыл бұрын
Could Orient do something similar?
@MultiTerpen Жыл бұрын
Do you think this watch will come out in a blacked out version?
@jayk1701 Жыл бұрын
Would these be too big for a 6 in wrist?
@nogamenolife705 Жыл бұрын
Torn between the blue and black. Anyone had a chance to see the 2 in person?
@gwapogreg5837 Жыл бұрын
It seems only the black dial one is made in Japan.
@SoapsAreStupid Жыл бұрын
Does the GMT movement manually hand wind with the crown?
@cupofmozzarella Жыл бұрын
The crown winds up the entire movement including the GMT.
@jodysilvia22 жыл бұрын
Affordable GMT's are always nice to see. Bruce i picked up a seamaster 300m 42 on bracelet and would like to add a rubber strap should I buy omega factory or zealande?
@gmoneyb55592 жыл бұрын
I chose zealande. Great quality
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
Zealande is great for the price! The OEM is nicer but far more.
@jodysilvia22 жыл бұрын
Excellent, thank you Bruce, any advice on where to buy the OEM rubber strap and deployant clasps?
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
@@jodysilvia2 My Omega AD Recommendation is Brent Miller in Lancaster PA. Ask for Brad and tell him Bruce told you to hook you up!
@jodysilvia22 жыл бұрын
@@BruceWilliams fantastic, ill do that. Thank you Bruce.
@Psysso2 жыл бұрын
A step in the right direction , but i aint touching any Seiko 5s until they stick sapphire into these as standard, ditch the stamped clasp and make them fully ISO certified divers with a screw down crown.
@kychoi26532 жыл бұрын
At the second position of the crown, the hour/minutes hands can not be rotated without the rotation of GMT hand. It is a big mistake for GMT watch. Or at the first position of the crown, hour/minutes hands should be rotated instead of GMT hand like Rolex II.
@canadianwatchmonkey39922 жыл бұрын
Save your money and get the Zealande or better yet get he Artum sail cloth
@ochosinco9275 Жыл бұрын
where can I find that sieko sxk gold face
@TamerlaneofTransoxania2 жыл бұрын
What about the accuracy of these movements ?
@greenkwaka2 жыл бұрын
buy an apple watch
@Harborman232 жыл бұрын
Will Seiko make an ISO rated diver with the new GMT movement?
@ralphus555 Жыл бұрын
Citizen has already done it so I would think that Seiko would as well...
@gwapogreg5837 Жыл бұрын
Your Seiko reviews are always the best.I have an Orient Kamasu but i'm getting tired of looking at it. I'm trying to decide between the Seiko 5 gmt or the Seiko 5 camo. I just have a few issues with the gmt. For it to be compared to the original skx it must have a screw down crown or it has no credibility .You wont see this watch used in any movie as a dive watch like the original Skx in other words it won't be iconic. And Seiko it's 2023 please let go of the hardlex it's time to move on.
@sergedurand6519 Жыл бұрын
Mine runs +10 secs every 24 hours. The manual says -35 or +45 is normal for the caliber on this watches. But I’ve read comments from people saying “mine runs -5 secs” “mine runs -3 secs” one person eve said his was only -1 sec a day. It looks like mine is the only one running +10 secs according to the comments on the internet. Is this bad, or is it normal? Also, is there a way to fix it? Like have it test or something and get it adjusted? Also the ones shown in this video read “made in Japan” at 6, mine shows only the caliber.
@cupofmozzarella Жыл бұрын
A watchmaker can adjust it for you if needed.
@coldude25592 жыл бұрын
Not bad at all but not a full retail...
@gradyharrison83702 жыл бұрын
When they throw this movement into an ISO rated king turtle, Seiko might as well just steal the money straight from my bank account.
@militaryminedid20112 жыл бұрын
Seiko 4 1/2 GMT (where's the Day?)
@fakenewsisthenews35422 жыл бұрын
Your mitts are grubby
@adrianmcgrath31072 жыл бұрын
It looks pretty much perfect but why no Pepsi variant? Seiko have done a Pepsi colorway on various models previously (without the PADI branding cf SKX009, Kinetic Diver etc) so why not here? Mod community: Start your engines!!!!
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
I expect we will see a pepsi from seiko before long
@adrianmcgrath31072 жыл бұрын
I really hope so@@BruceWilliams , the blueberry is very tempting but I suspect I'd always wish it was a Pepsi colorway. Good on Seiko for doing an affordable GMT.
@AlfredoRGuillen Жыл бұрын
Sadly we lost the screwable crown in this one...love my watch but will definitively will not take it to the pool.
@mongman123 Жыл бұрын
I'd love to see a root beer one
@qchang09 Жыл бұрын
Now you're talking. They just have to make the two tone bracelet not look too tacky as it's probably not going to be any gold in it
@andreapollini88212 жыл бұрын
I go for a skx00 vintage. Better
@Jon81G2 жыл бұрын
Does Seiko mess up things like hand and chapter ring alignment on purpose? There's absolutely no reason in 2022 why Seiko cannot fix this.
@Schrottkralle2 жыл бұрын
Game changer? I don't think so. Still using their basically old 4R-calibers. Their officially rated accuracy of -20 to +40 sec./day is technically outdated. It is about time that Seiko really introduce an entirely new developed caliber for their basic and medium range watches. That would be a real game changer. Basically, the GMT looks nice. And that's about it.
@seeker76792 жыл бұрын
Enough of Hardlex already.
@ripperx4442 жыл бұрын
Seiko using Cyclopes like Rolex is SO BAD. I could never wear this dude to the fact that’s it’s a direct copy of a Rolex. I can’t stand this design.