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$75 Stunner! Best Auto Under $100. Seiko SNKL23 Full Review

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Thanks to a glowing Hodinkee article in 2015, this little cracker is now hard to find. And do you know what? They were right. It is gorgeous for the money.
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@johngolv5858 7 лет назад

How refreshing to hear a terrific review of a Seiko five. There are so many channels for the luxury brands that most cannot afford.

@canonyeo4286 5 лет назад

The poorman Explorer looks great too. Comes in 3 colors - SKNE01 black, SKND97 white, and SKND 99 blue. At less than a 100 dollars. Then, for less than 200 dollars you can get the HULK SRPB93. The Seiko fans would be happy to see a video of this, my man.

@technophiliac2282 7 лет назад

Mechanical watches are one of those things that you can buy today which are not made with planned obsolescence. Seiko gives you a watch for 75 bucks which probably will last for decades. Thank you seiko for making pure mechanical watches affordable to common man.

@Iswhars 6 лет назад

it's not sold at that price these days, but you can pick one up for about $125 which is still pretty cheap for a decent automatic watch

@SohanMeegahage 6 лет назад

I can't even find one of these to buy, it is sold out everywhere

@tengygt7042 6 лет назад

Just get an snkl43 Same watch but with a blue face and a bit different dial. You can still buy it on amazon for 70 dollars which is a bargain.

@MM-lq4xf 5 лет назад

Just bought snkl45 for £55 on ebay

@Archer335 4 года назад

Technophiliac, 👍 Amen.

@stusims6567 5 лет назад

I personally love Seiko watches. I currently have six of them, and I love them all, even the bracelets! They give and form around the wrist without cutting off the air circulation like a leather or rubber one does. In fact the only Seiko I don’t have on its original rattly bracelet is an SKX that came on a rubber strap. Thanks for giving a positive review to the Seiko watch brand. They deserve it for us poor folks at least!

@kelvintan2629 4 года назад

Just got mine snkl23 last week.. Just notice this video was upload 2 years ago.. I believe seiko had bring back this model for production. Super loving it, what a surprise is the accuracy only lost - 2sec or - 3sec perday. Maybe im just lucky

@uroskn 4 года назад

I've got mine about a week ago, first thing I did was to check the serial number. Apparently mine was produced in January 2020. Based on that I think they probably restarted production. I doubt this is old stock, since it was impossible to get for a while.

@kelvintan2629 4 года назад

@@uroskn yes.. They have restock this model and a few similiar design too.. I believe small diameter watches are back to trend😉.

@hellodisdat 2 года назад

Really strange watching a 4 year old video of you Jodi but thanks to this being recommended on my youtube home page I now have a SNKL23J1 inbound along with an alligator leather strap and a butterfly clasp😍 absolute class watch and I'm grateful for your 4yr old video bringing it to my attention! Already looking at available upgrades such as domed sapphire and some people online upgrading to an NH36

@runmvp 6 лет назад

If it had written Omega on it, it would sell for 2k!

@DM-rc4yu 5 лет назад

Probably wouldn't have the most basic movement in it though.

@allyw7405 2 года назад

This aged well

@santoshsharma483 2 года назад

Seiko 5 Railway is one very iconic field watch from the 80's.

@Vishalkumar-mu5hy 4 года назад

I have a seiko5 with seiki6309 movement with accuracy of +-2seconds per day.40years old watch i serviced it one time great watch from seiko.

@jonwick5824 5 лет назад

Just got mine today from Hong Kong. Brand new with box and papers. $134. This may be high for many people but I love this watch. Once I get a leather strap on it it's going to look nice!

@topcopy98 6 лет назад

After seeing this vid, I went thru some unopened boxes I had lying around and sure enough, I bought this watch last December (for 98 USD) and forgot all about it. Just spent a few minutes playing with it and your review is spot on - right down that abominable bracelet!

@jacknjill3000 Год назад

You sound like me and buy watches and stuff and have so many toys that I forget I bought them. Lol!

@dougieranger Год назад

I do that too. I unearthed three unopened Seiko watches yesterday.

@marlo916 6 лет назад

Damn you, Hodinkee. From $75 to $150+. Hodinkee tax

@JustOneMoreWatch 6 лет назад

Mate, try the SNKL19. Same watch in gold/grey. Cheers!

@mikewysko2268 6 лет назад

I removed one link from each side of the bracelet in less than five minutes using a tiny screw driver. RU-vid has several helpful 'how to remove Seiko 5 bracelet links videos. I am very pleased with the look, feel and quality of the Seiko 5 watch & bracelet.

@kingjgregory 7 лет назад

Lol. I love these videos. Your enthusiasm and outrage are contagious. I could be happy with a great number of Seiko 5's. Unfortunately I don't have enough wrist time on the watches I already own!

@AlmostGod007 5 лет назад

I actually love the bracelet

@neilpiper9889 5 лет назад

I bought a snxg47k1 and wear it on it's original comfortable bracelet. I love the look and it's so light I hardly know I am wearing it. I bought it from my local bricks and mortar store and they sized the bracelet for me without charge. I use it as a fitness reminder watch. I am 73 and retired so some days I lay around reading and watching RU-vid videos. If I don't do much moving around it just stops. So then I go for a brisk walk swinging my arms to help wind the watch. Same thing happens if I stay asleep in bed too long. It stops. So this watch has become my life saver. It keeps good time. Buy a watch with a 7s movement. It could save your life.

@itamaradio 4 года назад

This video made me buy this watch! And i'm actually still using the original strap and i'm pretty ok with it. I like to wear it tight on the wrist, and this way the strap isn't pulling out my hair. Thanks!

@ranadenikhil07 4 года назад

original bracelet is under-rated. but the best

@neilpiper9889 6 лет назад

I have a Seiko with 4r39a movement on a leather strap. I was given to me. It keeps excellent time. I had a Seiko 5. Poor shock and water resistance and no handwinding. I use a Vostok Amphibia now for daily wear. Seiko 4r39a for dress use only.

@tonywong8134 7 лет назад

wow, over 2000 subs. I remember when I subbed like 6 weeks ago you had less than 500. WTG!

@JustOneMoreWatch 7 лет назад

+Tony Wong thanks Tony! People are recognising my genius! Or maybe it was the Seiko effect....... ;)

@motlay 7 лет назад

Just One More Watch Mostly the former.

@tonywong8134 7 лет назад

Just One More Watch I agree with both. it's hard to develop a following unless you do Seiko. I don't know of a "successful" watch channel that doesn't do Seiko. but I always hope that the content providers like yourself just do the watch reviews on watches you like and not cave into the Seiko pressure.

@DrS3ad 4 года назад

Just One More Watch I am from future, he has 140k now.

@edcain3676 3 года назад

Second Hand is Smoother than my SEIKO Blue Dial Solar,for Less than Half the price.Have a Quartz Kinetic I bought in 1990,Still Runs.

@sigsauerkatana6513 5 лет назад

because this Seiko 5 was discontinued so from $75 jumped to $130 and ship from Singapore, so it must be Singapore version or could be Malays version, not JDM * This watch it mixed between SARB033 and SARY057? It so beautiful, Seiko is the best

@OFD 7 лет назад

Very nice watch for the money!

@aleone5685 7 лет назад

About thirty seconds in you refer to the "nasty bracelet", and that was the nicest thing you had to say about it (the bracelet)! Does look really nice otherwise.

@davidbarclay3651 3 года назад

The J version is back on sale on Amazon. I adjusted mine and it hasn't gained or lost a second after some tinkering. The 7S26 likes to run with a less than perfect beat error.

@itwasntme4797 3 года назад

This is the best Seiko 5 review. Now I'm interested in purchasing one for myself. Just need help learning the difference between the SNKL23 and SNKL23K1 models. Feedback is wanted and welcomed. Thanks!

@sirmeowmeow7319 3 года назад

K1 is just where its made and what type the strap its using. it varies from different models but the K stands for assembled in Malaysia and 1 would be the Stainless bracelet. Why i said assembled because its parts are all made in Japan. If ur very particular of that and u really want it to be purely Japan then find the SNKL23J1 model. The J stands for Japan assembled.

@christopherj5754 7 лет назад

Appreciate your refreshing and straight up honest reviews, subscribed. Got a clutch of Seiko's, & I fully agree about their bracelets. Well done.

@ashleyb66 7 лет назад

Another great review sir, stanley screwdriver and all...classic

@BoogurTWang 5 лет назад

Black or Brown Leather looks a treat - the other NATOs look hideous - J.M.O. Good Review.

@grahamekellermeier8280 2 года назад

I've been happy with my three seiko watches.

@leoaliali 6 лет назад

I got mine one today, after a lot of hectic search. What an elegant and sophisticated piece it is. It looks quite sexy on wrist. I'll strongly recommend it if you are looking for a really nice piece of watch in a reasonable price. It took me around 2 months to search and find an authentic and authorized SEIKO dealer from the Philippine, who owns a watch shop and deals with such antique/obsolete/unique watches particularly.

@imaj1c 6 лет назад

hi, I am also looking at a philippine store. but they do not ship international. where did you get yours?

@farzadjahanfard Год назад

I got mine today i bit smaller than I have imagine but it’s gorgeous ❤

@WatchGeek 7 лет назад

Lovely watch, it was a contender for my next watch, but the SNX111 won, although this has a nicer case !

@JustOneMoreWatch 7 лет назад

+Watch Geek yes mate, I watched your video! Cracking little watches for the money. Cheers!

@gitmoholliday5764 5 лет назад

I do fit them buggers on a 24mm chocolate brown&black Velcro it makes them a bit taller but it looks okay thanks to the 24mm velco strap

4 года назад

Hello!!! This Seiko is made also in Brasil like almot all Seikos/Orients and Timex in the Americas. Cheers from Patagonia, Argentina.!!!

@MikeAustin2012 5 лет назад

I know the secret as to how they can offer this for $75 usd. It's a Pepsi watch! Sure! the bracelet is made of old Pepsi cans. OK, maybe old beer cans. I do LOVE the black day/date with white numbers/letters. That is an awesome touch of class. Most other watch makers just use what is available.

@BenoitStPierre 7 лет назад

You got that for a great deal! I'm vaguely certain that this watch may be getting discontinued soon (similar to the SKX series). I'd expect this to be worth 125-200 USD in a couple of years.

@karvast5726 3 года назад

Bingo

@josephk7530 2 года назад

Just bought one for $99 USD plus tax on Amazon a few days ago.

@ForeverUnknowing 4 года назад

I just ordered one of these, along with another Seiko 5, the SNK623K1. I got the K1 version to save money, but I plan on trying to swap in an NH36 movement with a Kanji day wheel. FYI, the J1 version of this has an English/Arabic day wheel, NOT an English/Kanji day wheel,. So if Kanji is your thing, buying the J1 model doesn't help you. Since I'm doing that change, I'll also swap in a sapphire crystal. Nothing against hardlex, but why not go all out, right? I'll probably put it on a decent (but not too expensive!) leather strap to dress it up, and also try to find a nicer bracelet. I may do this with both watches, but I'm not too sure yet. I'll see how the first goes. :)

@jastinep.3659 5 лет назад

I have mine and its very pretty and matched to my small wrist.... a little bit expensive (over $100, you know... taxes)

@saevans63 6 лет назад

I have a SNKE59K which I bought a few years ago. After watching this review I’ll update the bracelet to a NATO. They’re good watches

@Ashfielder 3 года назад

I love the case of this 5, but the pattern on the dial irks me a bit. Wish there were other 5s with this case but slightly different dial patterns. Some with the multiple grey rings rather than the ring of vertical lines are much better I think.

@yixunnnn 3 года назад

your luck, there is other variants of snkl, off the top of my head, maybe check out snkl45?

@jimrees1778 7 лет назад

We must be related some way. Our thought, likes and dislikes on watches are pretty much spot on. Keep up the great reviews!

@geemeff 4 года назад

Another great video bud, but I think the Snxs73j is the true beauty of the bunch (especially on a Jubilee bracelet).

@adrianmorris3772 6 лет назад

Hi Jody ,I do like the Seiko 5s. I have 6. Cheap and reliable. Always buy a good quality strap. Lifts the watch to another level. They are great looking and do punch high per buck. Hope you're keeping well great video again . Best regards from Adrian in Sheffield England.😀

@dimasakbar7668 8 месяцев назад

more than half decade late for this but i am (financially)ready now😂

@matt4398 7 лет назад

I really wish these small seiko 5's had a 50m water resistance. 30m watches don't have crown or button gaskets.

@clarenee 4 года назад

How do u remove the bracelet? Wht size spring bar removal tool u used?

@jimrees1778 7 лет назад

Another great review! I've been considering adding a Seiko to my collection, but mymind is one track these days on Vostok watches. You sure do pick some great looking watches my friend.

@nickg2954 7 лет назад

Great piece!! Wish I would of saw this before I bought the Sarb035..

@LorienWicck 7 лет назад

Hey the sarb is still worth it tho mate, should last you longer too

@KlaasDeforche 7 лет назад

I think you would have been disappointed if you bought this watch instead of the SARB. You made the right choice!

@Bob.martens 6 лет назад

Just bought one today. The vendor,the fact it was far from my first purchase there might have helped, was very kind to swap the 'bracelet' for a few Euros more to a gorgeous thick Cognac Bonflair strap. It's now a dress-watch, that is bound to attract attention with the cognac strap. On an other note: before I got my Alpinist (Yes; I am one of those persons who actually bought one instaed of raving about how a great watch it is:) I thought my SNZG was like the ideal sizee for me. Then I got the Alpinist, not a miniature, but still, and now the snkl45. Smaller watches imply are more classier...

@KapelloMg 6 лет назад

Bob Martens do agree on the last statement there. Snkl45 is my favorite, hoping to purchase one soon :D

@jorge23483 7 лет назад

A very pretty dial, pal! This Seiko 5's are little jewels hide in plane sight, I've own a couple for own enjoymend, welcome to the club :D.

@saigol7 7 лет назад

Use the point of the reamer in a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife to remove the bracelet links. Easy as pie. Takes 10 seconds.

@gabiedubin 5 лет назад

thanks i now know what the k1 in the model name is

@MustangDesudiroz 6 лет назад

what a beauty of a watch under $100. sure my buy.

@jk12324 7 лет назад

Bought one recently from Global Rakuten market place from a Japanese seller

@danielfreire346 7 лет назад

Congratulations. Beautiful little watch. I'll look for a blue dial Seiko 5

@gukkie87 7 лет назад

Love your reviews!

@TrollsAndScrolls 7 лет назад

these are hard to get, many shops claim this model has been discontinued

@EPICCDCTECH 7 лет назад

We need that review of the Specter Phantom soon. That video is blowing up lol, I ordered one for myself!

@danielburford1441 4 года назад

I ordered a geckota kington vintage style leather dress watch Strap in camel from watchgecko for $37 with this watch!

@r3dsnow757 4 года назад

what's the difference between this model and the snkl41?

@edstar1972 6 лет назад

I subbed for the accent!

@andrewdarnley4608 4 года назад

Great review very comprehensive with all the features covered. I'd like to get one and change to a nice stitched leather strap like you've shown. I'm in Australia and have trouble finding quality straps, do you have any recommendations for international suppliers ?

@jacknjill3000 Год назад

On the fence btwn this model and the snxs79 with the big belly but has a nice dial and just a bit more. I wish Seiko names their watches bc all these model numbers are starting to drive me crazy.

@davidsonviray1403 4 года назад

does the pinstripe in the dial is noticeable everytime? or on other people? or there is a specific lighting or shade to see it?

@velumalaiganesanarumugam6134 4 года назад

Yes Great watch

@tomasinacovell4293 6 лет назад

That's not called a "low beat" movement, it's simply not a "high beat". But even the original versions of the ETA-2800's were 3 Hz.

@DHD10000 3 года назад

Where would someone get that black bracelet? it looks great

@JayzBeerz 6 лет назад

You only got to pop out 2 if you want to remove 1 link. I've done it before many times.

@ForeverUnknowing 4 года назад

Something's missing here.... oh yeah.... HELLLOOOOOOOO!

@carlvoxvires 4 года назад

Thanks for the review 👍 I finally managed to find one that ships to the UK. Can anyone suggest a good aftermarket oyster bracelet that will work for this watch? Thank you 😊

@nelson1437 6 лет назад

Excellent review, and it looks great on your wrist with the leather strap. Do you have any preference on the best seiko you can get for newbie collectors? I am currently saving on my next purchase! Recently bought an Orient ray 2.

@massari70 5 лет назад

Hey! it looks realy nice on that strap! Can you tell me where I can buy that leather strap from ? :)

@Jt_473 5 лет назад

massari70 Barton has good ones

@PotatoCrasher 6 лет назад

Is there besides the dial anything different about the SNK793? Great video btw!

@jacc88888 7 лет назад

Great review!

@G-rig6969 2 года назад

I've got this one on a bond NATO, great value and classy look. Is it worth upgrading the movement or glass to sapphire crystal? Could use some anti reflective coating a it's not that easy to read on some angles and a bit more premium feel would be nice. Would a new movement be more water resistant or is it to do with the case? Cheers

@Bicloptic 6 лет назад

Is there any other watch that you know of, with that similar pin striping texturing on the dial?

@wenksification 7 лет назад

I saw one for 67 usd. Gonna buy it and put a leather strap 😉

@normellison5347 7 лет назад

unable to find this for less than $150 us. most are closer to $300 us. I guess the word is out.

@Duubly 6 лет назад

Norm Ellison I was able to find this silver variant for 100 CAD on amazon and I bought the gold variant for 240 CAD on amazon also. I bought them because I have small wrists and fell in love with automatic watches and now I’m collecting! Currently waiting for an skx013 which I also found in amazon straight from seiko shipping from Japan. I advise keeping it in your cart and watch the price go up and down.

@pcolmenaresg 5 лет назад

Hi, great video. I have a question: since this model is hard to find for the price you mentioned, and when you do find it it’s priced near the $200 mark, which other model (or models) of dressier Seiko 5 do you recommend? I am looking for an automatic watch that I can wear with a suit or dress shirt for occasional formal settings, and you inspired me to get a Seiko 5 like this one. Thank you very much

@ihavealsoheart 6 лет назад

What could be the difference between japan & Singapore made? Considering the price difference

@davidsonviray1403 3 года назад

hi may i know what is the lenght of the bracelet and how many removable links did you remove?

@johnfranklin5277 2 года назад

Well to be truthful, Seiko did charge or sell it new for that price......thats a Gray market price for a watch quite a few years old now.

@shirleygardner490 7 лет назад

Can,t wait for your next video

@KarimGabrony 7 лет назад

Nice video! Which nato stressed strap is that? Please

@snacklofter 7 лет назад

Looks almost as good as the SARB!!

@TopSecretVid 7 лет назад

Quick question....the difference between the Japan model vs this one other than the price??

@keats5791 6 лет назад

Great reviews. Thank you very much for them. I have one that is similar to this with a dial with number 5 pattern. I just love it. Curiously, I have a 6 and a half inch wrist and it seems quite small on my wrist. It looks good on yours though. So does the Aqua Terra. Could you please put them side by side in a comparison? I know it's a big price difference but it would be a nice versus video. I will never afford an Omega. Thank you from Romania.

@biasaigon7155 Год назад

6.5 is small wrist . this watch fit you . not even small

@vincentjack735 2 года назад

That is not a nato watch but that leather 👌🏿

@Appalas13 7 лет назад

Hi there, great review. Could you share or give advice where to find this watch to buy? Thx. Good luck with your channel ;-)

@CapstoneTheMagician 2 года назад

I love this watch but I'm not crazy about the position of the spring bars. They're positioned far out towards the tips of the lugs which creates an odd space between the case and many leather bands I've seen. On this video the space was not apparent on the NATO straps but I don't wish to wear this watch on one of those. Have others noticed this? Has anyone paired a leather strap with it that fills the space better?

@anniestapp4310 7 лет назад

Awesome video & thanks

@nefitru 5 лет назад

Where is the black leather strap from?

@vipnetworker 2 года назад

Question - with no hand winding, how long do you need to shake it to get it going? How long will a shake “power it” if I don’t plan on wearing it, but want to keep it running? Thanks 🙏🏻

@PhilAnt01 5 лет назад

How does this Seiko 5 compare to the Chinese Special Cadisen you recently reviewed?

@darrenchristopher775 4 года назад

hey! quick question does anybody know what is the size of the micro adjuster pin on this watch ? i lost mine and i need to buy a new one

@chefaaron77 6 лет назад

This watch is $225 on Amazon. Where did you get it for only $75??

@gregpidgeon1167 7 лет назад

Great watch. Wish I could get hold off one. Seems to be mission Impossible. Any idea????? Please.

@martinbrimble5878 6 лет назад

Would you consider reviewing the corgeut black bay homage, I’m considering getting but is it any good..?

@ryanblake4790 4 года назад

In my opinion its not worth buying any seiko with a link bracelet. I've had a few seikos with those link guards and removing them completely ruins the case of the watch and scratches the full length of the case between lugs. Instantly damaging your watch as soon as you attempt to experiment.

@dannemannen18 6 лет назад

I have a SNK357K1. Looks just like this one but it's dark blue instead of black. Love the watch, think the original bracelet is ok. But I ordered a 20mm nato strap, because some retailers listed mine as 20mm. Does it gonna fit? It's a great watch that looks great on different straps. Check out the SNK357K1 if you want blue instead of black :)