Review: Seiko 5 SNK809 Military Watch - Best First Automatic Sports Watch Around $50?

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Introduced in the early 2000's, the Seiko 5 SNK809 Military or "Little Flieger" is an immensely popular and well regarded entry-level automatic watch easily found around $50 which I've been requested to review many times. In the flesh it's a small but study piece with an impeccable vintage field or military style dial and a bold handset. I discuss the pro and cons of the 7S26 movement, how the watch wears, and give my perspective about why this watch is a solid choice as a first automatic watch, especially at around $50-$60.
Model number: SNK809
Crystal: Hardlex
Case material: Stainless steel
Case diameter: 36 millimeters
Case Thickness: 11 millimeters
Band width: 18 millimeters
Calendar: Day and date
Movement: Automatic 7S26
Water resistance: 30 Meters
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@hervue85 8 лет назад

it feels so classy nowadays to look at your wrist watch for time instead of pulling your phone out.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+her vue so true!

@061Hitachi 6 лет назад

Because we want back in time. First there were pocket watches, then wrist watches and now again to pocket wacthes (phones) lol

@eusupporter8438 6 лет назад

agree a 100%

@cristianariel7053 6 лет назад

microsoft637 So true

@donnydenny2253 5 лет назад

To me it is more trouble to dig out your phone than it is to take a quick look at your wrist. But, I love watches anyway, especially mechanical jeweled movements like this watch..

@jockmoron 5 лет назад

Thanks for this review, well shot, and informative. I'm 72 years old, and I grew up with watches of a "normal" size, not the monster "Big Bens" we seem to wear nowadays. I've just bought this watch from City Watches, based in Singapore which was delivered very quickly to New Zealand. I did toss up whether to get the slightly bigger, more waterproof model, but I'm really happy with the purchase - it's exactly the same watch as described in this video and I like the smaller size on my wrist, much less obtrusive. It weighs little and the canvas strap is fine, it weighs much less than a metal one and I really like the brushed stainless buckle and strap holders . It runs quite a bit fast, about 30 secs per day, but I'll give it a few weeks to settle, then take to a competent jewellers to adjust if still needed. I like the recessed winder, it's out of the way and less likely to get caught in clothing or other extraneous matter. My other watch is a 9 carat gold bumper automatic Omega with small second hand, it's exactly the same age as I am. But it's not the sort of watch I can wear in everyday activities hence my purchase of this little Seiko.

@corymcgrath5652 4 года назад

This is my work watch, I work as a welder. Let that be a testament to its durability. It requires weekly adjustment, but that's okay.

@grandvianna8551 4 года назад

This is exactly why I’m looking at this one. Good to know its working for you

@corymcgrath5652 3 года назад

@Easy Cooking Z looses a minute throughout the week. There is an adjustment in the movement to speed the watch up a bit, I don't want to mess with it is all. Just as easy to pull the crown and move it ahead the minute. Hope that answered your question.

@kyleanderson3633 8 лет назад

This is the most beautifully shot product review I have ever had the pleasure to view. Thanks for the high quality video!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Kyle Anderson that's very kind of you, I've been working on my video quality. Thanks very much for watching!

@kyleanderson3633 8 лет назад

+555 Gear I never miss a video! What does your setup consist of lately? Are your tracking shots done in camera or in post? Thanks!

@dsbiddle 7 лет назад

This is a phenomenal watch. Mine loses one minute a month. It is a very comfortable watch to wear, especially with the crown at the four o'clock position. It took me a little while to appreciate this watch among the flashier bigger budget autos but it is really very handsome and has a smooth second hand sweep. I wear it on a brown leather one-piece zulu. I am not a pilot, a diver, or a SEAL. I like the simple utilitarian design that isn't cluttered with poser features that I will never ever need like fuel calculators or a rotating bezel. It tells the time, day, and date accurately. And it has a subtle style that continues to grow on me. When I start scuba diving, flying my own fighter jets, and assaulting ISIS strongholds, I may think about getting a new timepiece. But besides it being a great watch, the Sunday day indicator is red, unlike the other days which are white - this is personally special to me since it distinguishes the day of formal congregational worship from the rest of the week. Christian or not, this is a great watch.

@motlay 7 лет назад

Dave Biddle Selah!

@bighands69 7 лет назад

"When I start scuba diving, flying my own fighter jets, and assaulting ISIS strongholds," That would require a casio G shock.

@nordicomsystems8841 7 лет назад

I had this watch with me through two tours in Afghanistan and it was 100% reliable. I've been underwater with it repeatedly, it's survived sand, sweat and grime, it just refused to stop working. The band died though but I slapped a Nato replacement on it and carried on.

@MrAA-oc3ym 7 лет назад

did you change the strap? and if so which strap did you replace it with? thanks

@user-xg6zz8qs3q 7 лет назад

Fun fact: the watch most used by terrorists is the Casio F91W. Even Osama Bin Laden has been photographed wearing one. You'd think it would be really sophisticated watch but it's just the most basic affordable digital watch. You can still buy one today around $10.

@thomp 8 лет назад

I actually bought one of these based on your last seiko 5 review. My first mechanical watch and I wear it everyday. I couldn't enjoy it more. Thanks for your videos!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Thomas Cassady awesome, I'm glad you're enjoying it

@morris9496 8 лет назад

Excellent review - of course. I've been wearing one of these as a daily work "beater"for 8 years. I've never had any mechanical issues with the watch. None. I have replaced the band three times. It keeps excellent time. I compare it monthly to a GPS time code generator and it is always less than a minute off. It's size is not an issue. It is comfortable, low profile, kinda stylish, and it just works. Buy one!

@stewartmurray4658 8 лет назад

Got one of these paid about £35.00 for it, great daily beater wear it everyday at work. Such an underrated little watch. Great review, keep up the good work.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Stewart Murray I agree, perfect beater watch. Thanks for watching!

@adamzeigler2599 8 лет назад

Have had this watch (beige) for nearly a year now, loved it as a casual, daily watch

@hervue85 8 лет назад

For Christmas, I ordered myself this watch. I told my brother about it and in his response, "you should be getting a citizen pro diver in the mail soon -____-." I'm not a watch collector or anything but I thought it would be a neat thing to start wearing a wrist watch again. I cancelled my order, have been wearing the citizen since but I will eventually get one of these. I really like the looks of this one. thanks for the awesome vids!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+her vue very cool, happy hunting and thanks for your comment

@davidbreckler5327 5 лет назад

i have all 4 colors. I love this watch!

@StevenScalia 8 лет назад

Due to this review I just purchased this watch in the cream color. Thanks for the good reviews.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Steven Scalia great! Enjoy.

@marcellusrgiovanni370 7 лет назад

This is beautiful piece not just for a daily beater but for special occasions too!. My daily beater is a Rolex rose gold Daytona . I have close to 300 watches I'm a collector

@patchin1 7 лет назад

I have had the cream dial version for 10+ years. It's my first mechanical automatic watch. It is amazingly accurate, I consistently observe less than ~2 min error over a month. Only sent to servicing once. As the reviewer said, this dial surface is very well designed and it became my favorite daily watch. For the price, it can't be beat.

@MuhammadHamza-mc2xh 8 месяцев назад

Within how many years did you send it for servicing?

@erikarredondo6470 6 лет назад

I recently purchased this watch. I love it. First automatic ever.

@arvinfonseca3616 5 лет назад

how much did you got it for ?

@jzhu4 7 лет назад

Bought this watch after watching this video, now this watch has become part of me!!! Thanks.

@nickcorcoran7638 5 лет назад

Jiwei Zhu does it still keep accurate time

@donnydenny2253 5 лет назад

I've had this watch for about a month. It looks great, feels great. I definitely like the military look and it keeps very good time. I enjoy an automated movement. This has 21 jewels, which is the average number of jewels you would find in the old railroad pocketwatches. And finally the price. You would never think you could own a Seiko watch at such a low price.

@windston2521 8 лет назад

I just really wanted to say thanks for doing what your doing. Your reviews and talks are so honest, sincere and high quality, which is rather rare on youtube today! Been watching your sub count grow from the sub-thousand mark and hope to see it hit over 100k in the near future and beyond! Thanks again!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Windston thanks a ton for your support, people who appreciate the effort really mean a lot to me! I'm very pleased you've been here for so long! Cheers, Andrew

@detroitdiesel 8 лет назад

Thanks for the review. Someone mentioned it on reddit, and after your video, I was confident enough to make my first watch purchase ever and first mechanical watch ever.

@edwardgordillo4577 8 лет назад

i have started recently getting into the hobby of collecting time pieces and this was my first automatic. I recommend this watch to anyone who wants a automatic. i love this watch! Great video.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Edward Gordillo thanks a ton for your recommendation and also for watching the video!

@deltormedici 8 лет назад

Got this watch as my first automatic. Cream dial with a light brown leather strap actually looks quite classy. Got tons of compliments on it already!

@wpherigo1 8 лет назад

Where did you get the strap? I'm looking to do the same thing. Thx!

@deltormedici 8 лет назад

I just searched around on eBay for a few weeks until I found one that I liked. If i remember correctly I paid around $15 for it. If you are gonna get one from eBay though, be careful not to get an ultra cheap, crappy Chinese strap. The one i found was made in Germany and it is really great leather.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+MuttonChew very cool enjoy

@glendaly6367 7 лет назад

I was wondering about the beige dial model. Many people say the beige face actually looks yellow, so I was reluctant to purchase it, but considering the price I think I will buy it anyway.

@AirmanDan916 8 лет назад

SKX009 was my first automatic and I believe would still be a great first watch

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+airmandan916 100% agreed!

@jderouter4882 6 лет назад

Skx013 for the skinny ones out there.

@robbytolentino6088 6 лет назад

i'm a skinny person and the skx007 fits me perfectly

@wolframazer 5 лет назад

I have one but I like to have this one, looks good for outdoor activity

@HAL.9000 5 лет назад

How long did it last? I’ve heard some people saying those cheaper automatic seikos die after year or 2, or at least become way too inaccurate.

@CampfireTalk 8 лет назад

Ah, the gateway drug of auto watches. : ) Excellent points made about the strap. Keep up the great work!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+CampfireTalk thanks a ton for watching, sorry for my delayed comment, I've actually been doing things lol

@francoacita807 7 лет назад

AMAZING watch, purchased yesterday and i'm so impress. Greatings from Argentina

@proxyXIII 7 лет назад

I've been wearing this watch for 3 years. It's simplicity and design is what drew me to it. I would definitely change the strap to a leather one to increase it's "classiness" for casual and formal wear.

@denniskwok7613 8 лет назад

I bought my first automatic only a month ago and yep, it was a SNK809 and I absolutely love it. The supplied strap really is terrible and I immediately swapped it to a NATO and I really love how the watch can be made to look so different with a strap change. I have tiny oriental wrists and the 37mm diameter suits me really well. I've also since bought another Seiko 5, but this one is a SNK615K1 and I love it nearly as much as the 809 and it's quite a lot dressier. I'm now thinking of buying an Orient Blue Ray II (I can see this hobby becoming quite expensive!).

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Dennis Kwok those ones would compliment your 809 well! Enjoy getting into this (sometime pricey) hobby!

@glendaly6367 7 лет назад

You better be careful. It becomes addictive, especially with affordable automatics.

@mustaphasabli1985 8 лет назад

i really like how you present this watch. I have own one, but sold them because it did not get much of a wrist time. Subscribed!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Mustapha Sabli thanks very much for the sub! Welcome.

@postnick 8 лет назад

My first Auto that I kept, after getting a love for autos was a Seiko 5 Sea Urchin or a Orient Blu Ray. I love your channel, Thanks for the recommendation on watches and the Kershaw, I've been loving it.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Nick Post very cool! It's great finding keepers. Thanks for your support. Cheers, Andrew

@ybrik5937 8 лет назад

Waiting for mine in the mail. My first automatic watch is a seiko skx031 bought used this year.

@andrewpoon6633 8 лет назад

Another thoughtful review, "This is a study in restrained typesetting..." I really like that. I bought this watch a while back simply to find out what a $55 auto was like, and I just could not believe the quality. Massdrop is great, I got my Alpinist there.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Andrew Poon awesome! My Alpinist review is coming up soon. Thanks for checking out my latest vids! -Andrew

@xmei123 8 лет назад

Thanks 555, didn't know Seiko made such a nice watch for under 100$!! Will go order one today. Btw Your channel are very helpful espacially the stainless steel polishing.

@Oozywolf 8 лет назад

Got mine on Amazon on Prime Day (the beige one). Only $30! I do have to say though, the first one I got was DOA. Had to send it back and got a free replacement that it working perfectly. Really recommend it. I also have to point out that the lume is not that great. It gets dull in about two minutes, and in about 5-10 is almost impossible to see. My quartz Bulova also doesn't have long lasting lume, however is almost always visible even when it's the lume is out of charge. Otherwise, it's great! The size really gives it a vintage vibe, especially being able to fit almost entirely on the dial (yes, just the dial) of my Bulova. Now the Bulova feels a little big! But both are super comfortable and you'll get used to both of them.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Oozywolf wow that is a killer deal, nice job

@Oozywolf 8 лет назад

555 Gear Thanks! Amazon has some amazing deals sometimes. Crazy prices, especially on Prime deals. Also, love your videos. Always know I'm in for a relaxing and detailed description whenever I swing by. Really great stuff!

@Markcurb 4 года назад

Timeless piece almost reminds me of the converse. Cool, classic watch

@FitOutPost 6 лет назад

I really enjoy your style of speaking - quiet, slow, clearly pronouncing each and every word. It makes your reviews very enjoyable experience. They are also very educational. It is obvious that you did your homework before filming your review. Well done, sir. I subscribed to your channel.

@m_waz7945 8 лет назад

Have had mine for just under two weeks, and I can already attest to its sturdiness. Took a hard fall off my bike and wound up landing on the watch. My wrist wound up fairing worse than the watch. The movement is still functioning despite the serious asphalt damage inflicted on the crystal and body.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Michael Wasilewski wow, bummer for you, but thanks for sharing.

@weekendgamer1094 5 лет назад

I have a SNK807 since 2017 and it has been absolutely great. Keeps perfect time. Been my daily beater since atleast the last one year.

@blueskygal255 7 лет назад

I just purchased this watch today in the blond version. I live in the desert and it's a great desert watch and goes with my accessories. I love men's watches because they are bigger (I can actually see the hands) and have cool features. I am athletically oriented so it works. This was an early birthday present to myself I got a great deal on it on amazon. I love these kinds of watch bands because they don't irritate my wrist.

@spacetrucker2952 5 лет назад

For the most part, the snk809 is a "B" dial aviation watch. This style was used by an observer in bombing runs. This is why the minutes are more pronounced than the hours. I will be buying one of these.

@chillwill120 8 лет назад

Nice review Andrew - love the shot next to the Alpinist. Regarding size - I think smaller watches are coming back. I personally love a 38mm watch once in a while and 36mm is a nice size when dressing up.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+chillwill120 i'm pretty much in the exact same place size wise 👍

@rogerbaker2068 7 лет назад

555 Gear Agreed! Those *HUGE*, clunky, 'Gangsta-Bling' watches look like wall clocks, riveted to dog collars.

@bighands69 7 лет назад

36mm to 39mm are just perfect for me. I have a upper medium wrist. Even a 30mm can look good. The problem with 42mm watches is that they are too clunky even if you have a large wrist.

@bighands69 7 лет назад

36mm to 39mm are just perfect for me. I have a upper medium wrist. Even a 30mm can look good. The problem with 42mm watches is that they are too clunky even if you have a large wrist.

@CarlMurawski 8 лет назад

Beautiful watch and a great value! Terrific video

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+New England Style Consulting thanks!

@masamasa1815 8 лет назад

I have this watch! I was concerned when I purchased it that it would look feminine on my large wrists but it doesn't even in the slightest. Its honestly one of the most beautiful well crafted watches I have ever seen and the small size actually makes it very comfortable and light on the wrist you will almost forget it's there. The only downsides are that it will frequently need to be reset after a day of not whereing and the included strap is garbage! I recommend a nice leather strap also I think the green and blue models of this watch look the best. Nice review!

@jbradshaw4236 4 года назад

Blimey this was a brilliant review. The best I've ever seen on RU-vid.

@BigDuke6ixx 7 лет назад

I've worn this watch almost daily for 7yrs with no issues. It cost me £70 for the bracelet model. I reckon I would have worn out 2 quartz watches in that time so it's actually been cost effective.

@thepassionofthegoose5472 6 лет назад

I absolutely adore mine. I got it because I do frequent long distance motorcycle trips and I wanted something robust that disappears on the wrist when riding; this does. For reference my daily is a Glashutte Original Senator Karree moonphase, which is about as serious as a watch gets (so I definitely consider myself an enthusiast).

@jamiecheslo 8 лет назад

Great review! I have the 809 in the field green dial. Like so many others, this was my first automatic watch, and it got me hooked! I have had this watch for about seven years now, I have never had it serviced, and it is still keeping great time! It has become my go to weekend watch. Definitely nothing fancy here, but rock solid! It's funny about the strap. The first thing I did was to put a new khaki Nato strap on it, and now there are no downsides to it. The fact that it does not hack or wind has never bothered me. The 7s26 movement is a no-nonsense workhorse that starts right up after a few shakes and away you go! Thanks for the fabulous review, and keep it up! Love all your gear reviews, but your watch reviews are my favourites! You ever think about doing a Shinola Runwell Chrono review? Would love to know your thoughts on that one. It's the newest addition to my collection, and while it is (gasp) a quartz watch, I am simply addicted to the way it looks and feels on my wrist. I understand Shinola has an automatic in the pipeline. Stay tuned!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Jamie Cheslo that's awesome that you've on one for so long, thanks for letting me know! I will be happy to get an auto Shinola on the channel when they hit the market!

@nelsonprendergast9871 4 года назад

I just bought the green one today. I too have a 7 1/4 wrist. At first I thought it was too small but have warmed up to it. This is actually my second automatic watch. My first is a 2018 Omega seamaster 300m with ceramic wave dial!

@kennethlow6619 5 лет назад

Majority of the Seiko watches with exception to the Pressage, SARB and Grand Seiko line are made in Malaysia. Not sure how much it costs in other parts of the world but here in Malaysia, this model goes for around RM210 which translates to $47 or so. A ridiculous price for a watch with such a rich history and a robust movement which will continue running long after you’re dead. For beginners venturing into automatic watch territory, I strongly recommend getting this watch simply because you don’t have to baby it and it’s a fun timepiece

@myvideos2715 6 лет назад

Seiko 5 SNK807 yay! It's my everyday wear. I ditched the original band, and replaced it with a nice blue silicone band with white stitching along the edges. Because the watch is non hacking, it runs 10 sec ahead of my local atomic clock. After a week in checking the + or -, it still runs 10 sec ahead of the atomic clock. No joke. A very reliable and accurate piece of engineering...at a good price.

@RF-js9yj 8 лет назад

Very tasteful channel, with great production values. Well done, look forward to watching more

@Kactapuss 7 лет назад

I really love this watch, It's not for "watch-guys" Its for utilitarians. I love that its small and thin and the crown is offset and recessed. Easy to wear with gloves, take on and off jackets and generally not inhibit movement as much as a big clunker "showoff" watch. That said, I've had some trouble with the rotor loosening (see my vid) and eventually coming apart, so I'd love to pay twice as much for this EXACT watch but with a more durable movement. I do abuse it though, worn everyday, everywhere. Work, cycling, shower, shop, snow, welding, all of it.

@Spaeckli 8 лет назад

got it for 49.99 on ebay using and loving it for almost 2 years now, switch it witch my classic tissot quartz and my digital casio

@wpherigo1 8 лет назад

Great review! Studying the history of the Seiko 5 line (or any if them) is fascinating. It's been around for 50 years. Thanks for bringing up the references to the Fliegers; I totally missed that when I got mine! The Fliegers by Stowa were some of my initial interest in watches. But I I love my Seiko5 snk809. The display back clinched the deal. I have the light colored one and have a red and blue striped NATO band on it. A solid color works better, I think. I'll probably get a leather NATO strap. One place this watch doesn't like to be is on my wrist at the gun range! But it's only $50 and wasn't made to take a beating. On mine the crystal is flat and seems a little more reflective than the one in your review. I also found out I prefer the number rings with the hours on the outside, rather than the inside. Thanks for the review!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+wpherigo1 great feedback, thanks for sharing your experience!

@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive 5 лет назад

As a police officer I really consider this as a great duty watch. I replaced the 7S26 to NH36 movement and regulated it to -2/+4 s/d. What can you wish for during service/duty? 🙏😎

@ivanluhi 7 лет назад

I'm really liking your videos, nice composition and excellent and extended information!

@bengchiatseah3908 7 лет назад

of all the watch review videos, yours are the best, cinematic point and quality of your review. thank you very much!

@les_edc 8 лет назад

I had to purchase this watch right after watching this review and I am loving it! I switched out the uncomfortable nylon strap it came with with a nice horween shell cordovan strap and I have to say this watch looks way more expensive that it is. Thanks so much for the recommendation!

@flyingphotography5770 7 лет назад

@555 Based upon your review, I ordered an SNK809 from a family-owned jeweler. I paid a bit more for it than many here have stated they paid. But, I had the enjoyable experience of the jeweler contacting me personally to advise me my watch had arrived. I also enjoyed the experience of having the watch unboxed and presented to me by the jeweler. The jeweler had pre-set day/date and time and had pre-wound the watch. It was a wonderful experience. We now have a relationship. There is an illness in this country and that illness believes it should buy product at cost or less. That failure in thinking stymies development and cheapens the industry. Once all the "brick-and-mortar" establishments have shuttered their doors, where shall we go for the touch, feel, and see experience? To the individual who paid $30 and received a DOA unit, you got what you deserved. Stuff costs money! Please do the rest of us a favor, and ante up to the reasonable value of the product. I, for one, enjoy the brick and mortar experience as opposed to some donkey pulling a part number off the shelf and then the customer waits for the "brown truck" to arrive.

@student908065 7 лет назад

Can you shill harder? The reason nobody goes to brick and mortar anymore is because the prices are shit and the service is shit. The reasonable value of any item is the cheapest price you can find. You have to be an imbecile to pay more than 70 dollars for a Seiko 5 of this level.

@WorthAWatchReviews 3 года назад

Great review, I love my black and green varients. Subscribed! ☺️👍

@dplafoll1 8 лет назад

Crown and Buckle has an excellent selection of 18mm NATO and other straps. The navy and the grey are both very nice with the watch, as well as the basic black. Great review; I've been looking forward to this one.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Patrick LaFollette great seller, I agree, I've enjoyed my straps from them.

@petoi91 8 лет назад

I agree, It is the best bang for buck automatic watch at an unbelievable price. I switch between this and my SKX as my daily watch more often than my Swiss ones to be honest. So versatile and robust.

@TheWtfnonamez 2 года назад

Great review. Thank you. Re watch size, I think smaller is actually better for a military watch. I say this only because I trek and camp. When you first start buying kit, bigger is better. Then as you get more experienced you are always trying to cut down on weight, size, profile, and form. My favourite knife is a kukri, but there are reasons why experienced bushcrafters go for small, high quality, scandi knives. When you have to walk do lots of work and travel long distances, you take the least amount of what you need to do the job. Great review. I will get one.

@AlexDelgado1984 8 лет назад

I had to buy this watch after this video! And since the strap needs improvement I think Ill make a customized paracord strap. Great vid!

@anniewang198 3 года назад

Care to make a tutorial for us mere mortals?

@fuckingpresident4126 7 лет назад

It's a good watch for the price.I have had it for about 3 years and am quite satisfied. Got tired of the fabric strap so put a leather strap on it to make it look less casual.

@kennyli6177 5 лет назад

Yes, I replaced the strap with a $6 black rubber strap. And it is now very light and comfortable to wear.

@valueink 4 года назад

I don't know why so many reviewers suggest this as the "first automatic watch". There's no such thing. What would the "last automatic watch" then be? It doesn't make sense. A watch was not made with the thought in mind to be a "first" automatic watch to someone. If you like the design and features of a watch you go ahead and buy it. Not everyone has/wants to spend hundreds of dollars on a wristwatch.

@savvapodopri-gora6077 8 лет назад

Nice one robust cheap watch for everyday use.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Савва Подопри - гора exactly!

@hghhhffhfhfhf3401 5 лет назад

Better to call inexpensive watch:)

@Phenom98 4 года назад

In my shitty ass country (mexico), and being a student with a part-time job, I would call a fake calculator casio for 3 bucks cheap, not a Seiko 5 lol

@joem5140 5 лет назад

The Black version on a bond NATO makes this watch look amazing. What a gem.

@rolandwicksteed2667 8 лет назад

good clear review and very informative. My first automatic is an Orient Mako that cost £85. Amazing versatile watch for this price . Great quality, and style with the bonus of terrific accuracy. This Seiko may well be my second automatic after watching this review but I don't think it would be my favourite of the two.

@WatchmakerErik 7 лет назад

Honestly I had the complete opposite opinion of the strap. I think it's comfortable, robust and attractive, and I love the signed buckle.

@15buggie 8 лет назад

Quite incredible for under 100$. Intend on picking up a Seiko 5 for my trip to Alaska this year.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Brandon Nesset awesome have a great trip!

@a1tanner528 8 лет назад

Dude i am so grateful for your videos I absolutely love the informative artistic feel that all of your videos have. I would love to see you do a video of a tudor north flag.

@atbglenn 8 лет назад

I paid 49.95 from a USA seller. You can't beat it for the price. It's accurate for an Automatic at 5 seconds fast a day. Build quality is fine. Hopefully it's reliable.

@geraldprost9254 7 лет назад

I was impressed with the watch and your review. Thanks for doing this. I ordered one. This will not be my first mechanical watch. I have a dress Orient watch. I will use this as a sport watch. Gerry in Calgary

@yannickjulien154 7 лет назад

My first automatic watch was a Swatch sistem5, very nice watch with a 60 hour power reserve. Unfortunately, someone stoled it from my bag during PE :3 I'm thinking on getting back to automatic watches so I think this watch would be perfect.

@HaraldSjellose 5 лет назад

@Cheuk Lun Tse are you crazy

@JTD19881369 6 лет назад

I got this watch and a Barton 18mm top grain nato strap... best combo ive found so far i love it

@Sparks52 6 лет назад

You need to look up the B-Uhr Type B used during WWII by German bomber navigators. The dial and hands on this Seiko are a very direct homage to that specific aviation navigation chronometer. The lume, however, isn't, as they lumed everything seen in white on the dial except the inner circle.

@j.paul.joseph 8 лет назад

I really enjoy your reviews

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+James Joseph thank you!

@rudy_ariff 6 лет назад

Thank you for such an informative review. I've been on the fence about getting one as my daily work watch, but now I'm definitely going for it. I was first introduced to its bigger sibling, the SNZG15J1, which I thought was a great watch. Then I found your review and now I believe the SNK809 to be a better alternative for a smaller-wristed person like myself. Thanks again!

@555Gear 6 лет назад

Size matters-- great comment!

@jimrees1778 7 лет назад

I've been considering getting a Seiko, and may still get one if Vostok will loosen it's grip on me long enough.

@jonaslarsson5567 4 года назад

Daily wear this watch, but I have it with the stainless wristband. Can highly recommend it.

@rwe626 7 лет назад

Great review! Gained a new subscriber.

@555Gear 7 лет назад

+rwe626 welcome!

@JiuJitsuCowboy1 8 лет назад

Great review as always, Andrew. This watch with cream colored dial was my first automatic, I have since added an skx009 to my collection. love the movement and love the stylings seiko uses. Is there a winder you would recommend for watches with limited power reserves like these? Maybe a good idea for awhile video

@JiuJitsuCowboy1 8 лет назад

another*

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+JiuJitsuCowboy1 thanks a lot for the suggestion, I think a wolf winder would be really good! Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching!

@JiuJitsuCowboy1 8 лет назад

+555 Gear thanks for the heads up.

@Tehstroyer 8 лет назад

"Find a watch that appeals to you visually and is at a price range that is easily accessible to you". And is actually available to buy. Still looking for that SNKK35 you've reviewed back then. I guess I should look for the SNKE63 before it disappears as well, since it still seems available in few places. Although I think I prefer full 12 arabics dial than just 6/9/12...

@Tehstroyer 8 лет назад

Still, a great review. Some of my favorite watch reviews are yours.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Tehstroyer yeah I had no idea the SNKK35 would disappear like that, it's frustrating for me to recommend things when that happens!!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Tehstroyer thank you

@ManishSahay 8 лет назад

Beautiful video. Excellent video production. This was my first Automatic watch purchase. I love the dial of this watch. Slightly modified Type B. Do you have any plans to review a Vostok Amphibia? It'd be great. Please do :)

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Manish Sahay thank you very much, I've been working on that a lot. Thanks for the request too!

@92chigz 5 лет назад

Good job. You just earned your 49,000th Subscriber. 👍

@555Gear 5 лет назад

Welcome!

@92chigz 5 лет назад

@@555Gear Pleasure.

@Driftwood-ML 8 лет назад

Woah, nice camera work!

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Michael Lockwood thanks, been working on it! :)

@TysonBen 3 года назад

Got it today and I love it!!!!

@Underfighter73 8 лет назад

You have great content and its clear you put a lot of effort into your vids. I just subbed.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Underfighter73 greatly appreciated-- welcome.

@georgitushev 8 лет назад

I've got this exact model for my wife and she didn't care and then I gave it to my brother in law and he loves it! My wrist is 8.5", so is not made for me.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Georgi Tushev Nice, it's definitely a watch that would be easy to gift to someone

@TonderayiKanoz 8 лет назад

Thanks so much for this review. I have wanted to get a mechanical watch on budget and was about just get the plasticy Swatch System 51.. for $120 But I guess this one appeals to me more coz my dad owned Seiko 5s and I loved them. I didn't know Seiko had one affordable.

@EndGearTV 8 лет назад

The Seiko will offer you so much more than the Swatch. Best value in its class.

@3sCaptAwesome 8 лет назад

Thanks for the great review and review style! I was looking for a field watch and ended up with my first automatic, the SNK809, from watching your reviews. Next step is a better leather watch strap :)

@jefferprise 8 лет назад

I have an olive green Seiko 5, and after never loving the fabric band I bought a "Hirsch 109002-10-18 18 -mm Genuine Calfskin Watch Strap." If you look at the customer images on Amazon, they are both on Seiko 5s (one is mine). On the one hand, a $40 strap for a $60 watch is a bit silly. On the other hand, blowing through cheaper straps before finally realizing you should have bought the $40 one is sillier.

@andrewpolitano 8 лет назад

A nice, comfortable band or strap can make or break any watch no matter the price.. Most people have at least a few watches so a nicer band or strap can be passed around for differing looks at will. Having a ton of differing NATO's as well as a few colours of leather can make just two watches have a myriad of possibilities for wear.

@CluelessWatchCollector 8 лет назад

Great value for money. Well done review!

@Kobayashhi 8 лет назад

Great review man, very helpful.

@mustaphasabli1985 7 лет назад

i had this watch before. regret selling it. now im gonna get it again. currently, this is the only flieger watch that excite me at this price point before getting the actual grail...

@granderondeproductions3286 6 лет назад

I have that SNK807. Well, its not the same, but its the same watch but blue. I really like it.

@SyaelendraStudioTube 7 лет назад

Best SNK video on RU-vid!

@PeterCharlesworth 8 лет назад

Nice review!! How waterproof is it... Would think if it were a military watch it could go for a descent swim?

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Peter Charlesworth I think it has 30 m of water resistance, so yeah good for swimming

@robglenn4844 7 лет назад

It's sure a great looking watch. Too bad about having no hacking feature, though. That makes it unusable as a military watch, despite the name, since in this line of work it's important to synchronize our watches down to the second. Still, it's gorgeous and I might consider getting one for casual wear.

@Steve-nq8jc 6 лет назад

This watch is superb. Great intro into the auto/mechanical watch world. I have one and love it but for the money it is what it is. It has its faults but as a entry point I was happy.