The Turtle Gotham Deserves : Seiko Dark Knight Turtle Review ( SRPC25J1 SRPF15K1)

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The Seiko Dark Knight Turtle can be hard to find now. A lot of sellers show it as out of stock.
The reference number may have been changed to SRPF15K1.
There are a few sellers with high prices on Amazon: geni.us/8AT6
or amzn.to/2TmqTRY
As well as eBay: ebay.to/2QRDk6P
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Zelos Mako V3: Coming Soon
Today we at long last take a look at my Seiko Turtle. The SRPC25J1, aka The Dark Knight Turtle. With a very unique blue to black horizontal gradient sunburst dial. At least that's the best way I can describe it. Like all Seiko Turtles it uses a 4r36 movement (NH36a ).
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@alanmentzer8756 4 года назад

My first dive watch was the Turtle predecessor, the Seiko 6309, which I passed on to one of my sons. I have greatly enjoyed the nostalgia of having a cushioned case Seiko diver again.

@cedarcanoe 4 года назад

The David Attenborough of watches. Great voice.

@michaeledwardlenzi 4 года назад

Cedar Canoe David Attenborough crossed with a little Rod Serling(sp?) from Twilight Zone.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

You just crossed over to.... The Seiko Zone. 😎

@dessieh6367 4 года назад

AQFT that’s exactly what I thought.

@PepeDeezNutz 3 года назад

Who dat?

@Riverhead1967 4 года назад

I enjoy your descriptions and your many strap variations. I have a Pepsi Turtle and it’s one of my favorites because of it’s cool 70s vibe.

@davidhammond9336 4 года назад

Fantastic review and great photography, well done.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks!

@nicks8026 4 года назад

I spend a lot of time outdoors - hiking, climbing, sailing, fly fishing, etc. - and the SRP777 has become one of my go to activity/adventure watches. I'm not so much into the flashier dial variants - I wanted a pure tool watch so I went with the classic black/silver colorway. I was planning to buy a Tudor Black Bay Steel for the same purpose but realized I wouldn't necessarily be comfortable bashing a $3000 watch against rocks and such. The Turtle is a watch I can wear and not worry about. It lives on an MN strap and only comes out of the box when I'm heading outdoors. It doesn't hurt that it's super comfortable and has an iconic look; arguably as iconic as the Tudor. Cheers.

@watchesandcaps2566 3 года назад

Love seeing The Watch Steward straps. One of my favorite straps.

@12stringblues 3 года назад

Absolutely love the Seiko Turtle, when you pair them with the Strapcode super jubilee bracelet it takes to another level. To me it has that look and feel of a vintage Seiko diver that still look great today. It is one of the few watches I get asked about by strangers always with complements.

@osmanserageldin2278 4 года назад

Great description as usual...love your work

@southnx 4 года назад

Thoroughly enjoyed the review as always. Nice tease at the end, it is an interesting discussion point for sure: Seiko vs. Microbrand. Can't wait to hear your take. I think Seiko brings a lot to the table in the Sub $400 price range from case design and construction to amazing dials. But they have the continual problems with alignment and squishy bezel action. I find many micros have unique designs, but the cases are generally less dynamic and also less refined (often with sharp edges that need a little bit of a buff to dull down). Something that doesn't get mentioned as often as it should is also that many micros use the Seiko movements, so there is some overlap, lol. It all comes down to individual tastes and specific watches. Certainly not a clear cut or decisive answer (for most of us anyhow). Cheers!

@SoCalWatchReviews 4 года назад

Another great review and kudos to you for picking up this color combo!

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks. If I can I usually try to get something a little different.

@andreaiacolina 4 года назад

Thanks for another great review. The Mini Turtle is in my wishlist and sooner or later it will probably join my collection.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

I might try to get one later this year. Very curious how it compares.

@jasons6344 4 года назад

I love my Seiko Turtle as well as my SKX although I do get annoyed with the SKX not having hand winding. Great review again Shane!

@ballpaul 4 года назад

One of the things that set your video apart from others is the sheer number of straps that you match with the watch. Tasteful choice always and sometimes surprising mix in a good way! And I appreciate that you match your shirt with the dial in this video :) Very nice content as always.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks. Sometimes the shirt matching is done on purpose, other times it just works out that way.

@jefferyneu3915 4 года назад

At the mid 200’s price, I think it is one of the best buys available today! Nice review!

@Rob954ever 3 года назад

I have a " Save the Ocean" and a " King" Turtle. I love them both and they get a lot of attention everytime I wear them. They are beautiful watches and easily my most comfortable, most wearable watches I own.

@michaelbradbrook9575 4 года назад

Thanks for the great review Shane. I bought this model for May son’s 18th birthday as has first mechanical watch and one of the key reasons was the superior movement over the SKX. The other reasons included the retro design, Seiko brand, Divers 200m and the retro case design. Overall, it is a unique watch that might not be as “feature rich” as a micro-brand, but you know what you get with a Seiko and he enjoys wearing it (mostly on a black and blue matching NATO strap)

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

That's cool. Hope he likes it. The value you get with Seiko's history and heritage is part of what makes talking about it complicated.

@1968jpy 4 года назад

Wow amazing dial on this Turtle 🐢. I already own the Padi Turtle and one of my favorite Seiko’s. That also has a beautiful blue dial as well.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

This dial gets better every time I look at it.

@earlbee3196 Год назад

This is one watch that will never ever leave my collection, I paid £329 made in Japan version like yours ,

@Tom_H327 Год назад

I've had my Turtle on my wrist since I opened it up on Xmas morning. It is absolutely amazing!

@RelativeTime Год назад

Which Turtle did you get?

@Tom_H327 Год назад

@@RelativeTime I got the standard model SRPE93 (made in japan model).

@billbailey1517 4 года назад

Another great honest review. I have a 8.5 inch wrist so i have 6 turtle in my collection 5 new and a 6105 vintage. Each is fitted with a different strap the Blushark pyjama strap being the most comfortable.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks. 6... Wow! I've heard the blushark pajama straps are pretty good. have to give them a try sometime.

@chadr8264 4 года назад

Shane, THIS is the only Seiko diver I would consider. Nice pickup and review.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks!

@carlmccoy6334 4 года назад

Great review! Im a turtle fan, I have the padi & the 777 and like you, I have alot of straps! I really like the dial on yours! You always do an excellent review..tks bro

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks! Which one do you like better? The Padi or the 777?

@niallvbrennan6629 4 года назад

Superb review, beautiful video composition and lighting, Lovely choice of watch/dial and Shane is not afraid to express his opinion on value. And several strap options are photographed. IMO, there are better value dive watches out there, eg Orient Mako/Ray/Komatsu or Zelos etc. The case shape is the Seiko advantage, and of course, the Turtle is a certified diver, which gives it a lot of cred. Always a joy to watch Shane's videos👍☘

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks! The Kamasu and the Triton are two watches I was thinking about when it came to value. Not to mention that new Zelos Mako V3. The presale price was pretty good, but they sold out of them rather quickly. But at $350 you were getting everything you could want and a miyota 9015.

@Alterego808080 3 года назад

Hypnotic voice... cool, I just bought this baby :) Thx for a great review

@RelativeTime 3 года назад

Thanks. Hope you enjoy it, still one of my favorite Seikos.

@buildingsheriff 4 года назад

Great review. Super style and exposition. Subbed.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks and welcome!

@fakenewsisthenews3542 Год назад

Beautiful watch dial. I put a top hat sapphire with blue AR on mine and it really pops. Also put an orange seconds hand from the Rolex Milgaus. :). Looks great.

@mrbacchus6127 4 года назад

0:30 I appreciate your show's philosophy. Nice choice of Turtle

@riverfishing2051 4 года назад

I purchased a turtle PADI for the same reasons. Needed one for my collection but did not like the skx movement. Put mine on a strapcode jubilee and it’s a keeper. It’s just fine on my 7.5” wrist and is currently my largest watch. A bit top heavy but I wear it below the wrist.

@gm3981 4 года назад

Great review. I think, post RIP skx, a great choice for a certified diver.

@thenexthobby 4 года назад

Looking forward the future discussion re: Seiko vs. micro brands. I'd probably fall on the opposite spectrum of determining Seiko tends to be "worth it" despite the numerous examples of where they are not ... As for the dial size you wondered about, they use the same diameters on 7s, 4R and 6R (and probably 6L ?) movements. Chapter rings/bezels are what make up the difference (for Seiko watches that use Seiko movements.) As an example, Random Rob calls himself a "Turtle Killer" for often using turtle dials in SKX builds over the years.

@ceeb2275 4 года назад

I love this channel. I have a Snzf17J1 Sea Urchin. But I've had to change the bezel with Batman GMT bezel. Completely changes the watch and the black/blue is the best colourway.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks. That would give it a great look.

@fakenewsisthenews3542 Год назад

I just picked this up today, used for $150. Clean crystal, looks almost new. I'm not usually into blue watches. I wear a lot of camo and black, OD green, desert tan, etc. I got this with the plan to mod the dial, chapter ring and bezel insert to make a Pogue colorway. As the Pogue is something I'll probably never get, but love the yellow sunburst dial, chapter ring and pepsi bezel. Well, plans change! In person, this looks stunning, I mean stunning. I'm not going to change anything but mod the crystal to sapphire. I have a blue camo nato and the 2 were made for each other. This is really pretty. :). Photos don't do it justice.

@77cjam 4 года назад

It's a great watch. I have the Save the Ocean edition and given I don't take it diving or swimming I've put it on a nice Italian leather strap with blue stitching and side walls. I agree the cushion case makes it incredibly comfortable and although on paper it's big it does wear smaller

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Usually this one has been sitting on it's bracelet, but I've noticed how good it looks on leather.

@lukeventers4755 4 года назад

Great review my wonderful friend. Hello from Polson, MT, USA. I'm wearing an Alpina Startimer GMT in black and red with a commandeered Bulova Moon Watch leather bracelet on it on my left wrist. The GMT hand IS set to Greenwich Mean Time, since I have frequent conversations with friends throughout Europe and Western Asia, and I have a Rolex Submariner on the oyster bracelet on my right. I flashed them both with my blacklight flashlight, listened to your video, and now am headed to bed. It's 9:55 PM here, Mountain Time. GMT minus 7. Greetings from the mountains of Montana. I so enjoy your soft, direct, kind, patient candor. I'm looking at starting a channel myself. And took to heart your comments about camera and lighting. Thx. Luke Venters

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thank you. How do you like your Alpina?

@lukeventers4755 4 года назад

Oh man, I'd love to call you and talk about Alpina. Can we set that up? Email me at luke.artist.venters@gmail.com

@AJMacDonaldJr 4 года назад

Very nice! You picked a good one! I went with the Samurai because I preferred the date only, the baton style indices, and the case design. I like it but it's a bit heavy for everyday. My everyday watch is a Citizen Grand Classic automatic.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

I went back and forth between the two. Almost ordered a Samurai Save the ocean a couple of times.

@michaeledwardlenzi 4 года назад

I have had a few Turtles in my watch quest and, though I sold all 3, they are my favorite Seiko case design. For a large watch, they sit low on the wrist, unlike the SKX, Marinemaster, Tuna etc. I did end up coming back to that basic case design when I bought an SLA033. I couln't be happier. If you, the video viewer, are on the fence as to which Seiko diver to buy, I strongly recommend the Turtle. Thanks for the review! --Michael

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

The SLA033 is beautiful looking.

@wpherigo1 4 года назад

Great review and I completely agree with the comment that people get scared away by the size, but they shouldn’t be. I was but it wears fine. My wife picked up one (a Pepsi) for me on sale at Macy’s in Firewheel. Thanks.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Firewheel in Garland, TX?

@greggallinoto2668 4 года назад

Have this watch. Well done video

@bastieniezzi6539 4 года назад

Great video. The turtle has never looked better than on your video. I know, I have one. Great review 👍

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks! Which Turtle do you have?

@bastieniezzi6539 4 года назад

Srp777 for that Captain Willard Apocalypse Now vibe. 😉

@Dan-56 4 года назад

I know a lot of reviewers take exception to the clasp on Seiko Divers watches, but take a close look at the way all the possible “sharp” edges, even on the dive extension, are turned away from your wrist. A milled clasp might look nice but if they risk cutting into your wet suit, which would be annoying, or worse yet cutting a hole in your dry suite, which could lead to a life threading problem in cold water, you begin to see that when it says “Divers” on the dial it might need to cover more than just the watch head. 😉

@saintdave1877 4 года назад

That is a blue dial done right , the bezel really suits it too.

@bifflee3603 4 года назад

I have the turtle gilt goddess and it’s a great watch. Bezel is a bit easy to turn but everything lines up perfect and it keeps great time. I wouldn’t get another though as I feel micro brands offer better value.

@TheeYellowDart 4 года назад

The watch we all deserve, and the one we all need right now.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Always be yourself, unless you can be Batman. Than always be Batman!

@TheeYellowDart 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime Thanks for the great content. Keep it up!

@aleksandrsstulpe65 4 года назад

Hi! I am owe to you thanks, I bought a watch pagani design coctail time with the same defect where the second hand stoped and did exactly the same trick as you advised to shave plastic ring a little bit with success. Thank you.💪

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Glad to help. Did you recently buy it? Or was it a while ago? Just curious if they have fixed it yet.

@aleksandrsstulpe65 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime I received it today.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

@@aleksandrsstulpe65 good to know thank you. Guess they haven't changed a thing.

@duke6j 4 года назад

I remember about 15 years ago some companies were selling 52 and 56 millimeter watches. At that time I was working in an urban city environment. Maybe that had something to do with it. Don't see any of those watches anymore.

@internettroll7497 4 года назад

Nice turtle. Cool choice😎🤘

@1968jpy 4 года назад

The Seiko Sumo is another alternative to the Turtle. I own both a Turtle and a Sumo the Sumo is a step up from the Turtle with a 6R15 movement and a much nicer polished case .

@dustinr16 4 года назад

Like the Seiko turtle, however, I found it too be big and clunky when I tried it on. It’s a a shame as it has a wonderful traditional Seiko diver dial and has the day/date feature which I love. They have done so many wonderful colour combinations as well. Thankfully I never bought one because Seiko came along with the mini-turtle. I picked up an SRPC39K1. It’s a much smaller size at 42.3mm and only 43mm lug to lug. This size fits my 6.5” wrist perfectly. I also got the factory Seiko bracelet for it. It wears well as it has a cushion case like it’s larger sibling. Some detractors don’t like the cyclops magnifier, tombstone dial markers or the protruding 3 O’clock crown, but none of these things really bother me if I’m honest. The blue on the SRPC39K1 is amazing. I absolutely love it. Anyhow great review. Love your content. Keep the great videos coming. I’d love to see you do more Seiko and Citizen watches versus the micro brands.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

The only thing that bothers me on the mini turtles is the 3:00 crown. Yet I would like to try one later this year.

@jeffwenger5610 3 года назад

If you like the fit of the turtle, you will love the fit of the Samurai! It's even lighter and more comfortable!! I have king models of both with stock bracelets and stock rubber and they are my go to tool watches for daily wear. Accurate, tough and oh so comfortable.

@carlvaughn3443 2 года назад

@Texmotodad 4 года назад

Very nice!

@SeanSisco 4 года назад

Wearing my turtle (SRPC91) as I watch this and I have similar sentiment. I actually purchased two different save the ocean models during Black Friday sales due to the great value propositions but returned one. I love the dial and the improved movement over the SKX, but I’m still not sure I like the case shape. I like the day date complication so getting the Samurai won’t really work either. Outside of modding an SKX I feel like this is the closest I can get to exactly what I want for the price I paid. It’s a great watch with my only complaint being the aesthetics of the case. It’s incredibly comfortable and wears so much better than its size

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Supposedly Marc's Islander watches are pretty good. Basically enthusiast versions of an SKX and now a Turtle. Might have to give them a shot someday.

@SeanSisco 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime agreed and something I've considered. SKX mod machine basically with Sapphire crystal, updated hackable and hand wind movement. I also like the playful yellow and orange options. If I find one second hand in either of those color ways I'll probably pick one up to check out. If you get one first I'll look forward to the review. Great work as always

@0shii 4 года назад

I think the ISO certification is relevant when you talk about the value proposition - Most of the microbrands don't bother to make actual divers, they're "just" dive style watches with 200m water resistance. While the amount of peace of mind that might give you is certainly going to vary from person to person, it's definitely a cost that Seiko is taking on there.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Personally I wouldn't call them dive style watches. To me that's more of a dive style case without a screw down crown and 100m. Like a lot of Seiko 5s I don't think there is much of a difference from the design and engineering of most regular 300m watch and a 200m ISO rated diver. I think the major difference is that most other companies don't have the capability, or don't want to go through the cost of testing every single watch. But your very right on how much that peace of mind means to each person.

@tombryan1 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime Iso Certs are given on individual watches, rather it is given based on production continuity, quality management, consistency with materials, process, design, specs. It is an audit of a facility, not a particular watch.

@tombryan1 4 года назад

I know people who ISO certify, it is not as big a deal as you think.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

@@tombryan1 Generally I think you are correct. It's just typical watch slang to say or ask if a watch is iso certified or ISO rated. Rather than ask if it was manufactured to meet or under ISO 6425 specifications. To be honest I've never personally dealt with any ISO stuff myself (although I have a friend who always goes on about it). Yet I had to deal with something along similar lines called GLP (Good Laboratory Practices). It's sort of similar in the sense that it's a set of SOP and best practices that have to be met in order to maintain the consistency and integrity of analyzing samples. I don't necessarily think it's a big deal, generally, it's just extra steps and documentation needed to do anything. Which like anything takes more time and costs more money. Specifically when it comes to watches a company that isn't making an ISO rated watch, the testing procedures to ensure compliance are much more limited. Not to mention they only test one of out so many watches to see if it passes. Whereas in the production line of a divers rated watch, every single one has to be tested. Which takes time and money, and facilities to do such. Which is why a lot of smaller companies and micro brands don't do it.

@torsvaghavfiske2528 4 года назад

@@tombryan1 it is if you're an actual diver. That said most divers use Citizen Eco-Drive

@damacknificent151 4 года назад

I have one turtle in my collection. You are right about better options for this 3 ish to almost 400 hundred dollar watch. But those movements might need more frequent service intervals. I have a monster which I've never serviced and its 9 years old.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

The more microbrands I see, the more I question Seiko's value in this price range. Someone else pointed out that Marc @ long Island now has a Turtle version of his Islander watches. I think it's $300 with sapphire and ceramic bezel.

@damacknificent151 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime I'm waiting for that beautiful 2and hour hope I can be one of the 1st. That baby blue (pastel) looks nice. A bit different from your blks and blues dials. Like your reviews buddy. Keep it up.

@deanspeer1 4 года назад

I just got a JDM Turtle "Batman" the SRP787K1. It has a black dial and a blue outlined minute hand. I kinda like it better.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Are the hands polished or brushed like this one?

@henryperez606 Год назад

It really reminds me of the Caribbean turtle

@Trollet532 4 года назад

I would love a reveiw on the knew Prestige watch v2 from Montage watches (formerly Mileneal)!

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

I didn't know Mileneal changed there name. Or there was a V2. I'll take a look.

@curious5557 4 года назад

Love my Turtle.

@tristan4227 4 года назад

It’s like listening to Patrick Bateman talk about a beautiful watch. Love it!

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

That reminds me, I still have to make some business cards with a white bone coloring.

@JusttheWatch 4 года назад

Hmmm, watching this makes me want to get the Samurai...

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

A little bit different look, but just as good. You might be able to find some interesting Special edition ones in Japan.

@dicklarge1901 4 года назад

I like the seiko dive watches. I’m looking at a king turtle right now. But the micro brands second hour( gin clear) and the helm(Komodo) are great watches too but I think I will go with the seiko.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Which version are you looking at? Only thing I don't like about the King turtles is the price. At what they are charging it should have a 6r movement like the Sumos.

@dicklarge1901 4 года назад

Relative Time SBDY049 black made in Japan model.

@jakepowers1833 4 года назад

Lots of good watches out there, especially microbrands. If Seiko is your thing, cool. I just feel there many better value propositions to choose from.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

There is something to be said for the history and heritage of Seiko. Yet if a friend was looking for a good $300-$400 watch, I'd probably point them towards Zelos or Phoibos.

@jakepowers1833 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime, good to hear. I own both a Zelos and a Phoibos.😀

@JosephVice 4 года назад

What watch were you wearing during this review?

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

I believe it was the Orient Triton.

@robbabcock_ 4 года назад

Nice! I like the look of the watch. Maybe not my style but something to consider. Although I think the new Islander version with sapphire for $50 less is maybe a better deal.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

O wow! I didn't know he made a Turtle version. That's actually a pretty good price considering it has both sapphire and ceramic bezel. You sometimes have to wonder how much Seiko is making off one of these.

@robbabcock_ 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime Marc only dropped the video and announced it in the last couple days. Great looking watch IMO.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

@@robbabcock_ Marc is pretty smart for doing these. He knows this is what people want, so if Seiko isn't going to do it, he might as well. I'm just amazed he's cranking out so many models so quickly. Go big or go home I guess.

@private464 4 года назад

But the Islander turtle doesn't look nearly as good and only has a nylon strap.

@private464 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime Marc is definitely smart to put out all of these watches...going big! But it just doesn't look nearly as nice. The Batman turtle, Pepsi turtle, and Shark turtle all look awesome. If there was a cost effective way to upgrade them to sapphire and ceramic that would be awesome. In the mean time, I'd rather have the Seiko turtles.

@jeffintoronto5712 4 года назад

As a guy who has a number of Seikos (including 6309's which I think the 7040 version seems to be the predecessor of the modern turtle), and some micro brands, I agree with your assessment. But I think there is a place for both in a collection. I find the micro-brands are hit and miss when it comes to value retention. Seiko, like Rolex, will always hold a certain universal value to watch collectors, whereas a defunct micro-brand that you got a watch from may not when you go to sell it on 5 or 10 years from now. Not to say all micro-brands are created equal or will go defunct but I guarantee many will. I think 25 years from now, people will still want a vintage Turtle, Samurai and Monsters etc. Will Zelos, Phoibos, Helm, Stratton etc. etc. be around then?

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

That is an excellent point.

@surfitli 4 года назад

Nice review. I have 3 Turtles. I personally really like them. I also really like this particular version. Is it a good value. If depends on the price. I know there are some still available for under $300, and I would say under $400 you are ok. However some are going for a lot more, at that price Definitely not worth it. For whatever reason, many, including me, look past many things Seiko still does that you would not tolerate on a Microbrand. The Gardlex, the stamped, clasp, and the worst, there to often QC issues. To be honest, I personally like the Turtle and the Samurai better than a lot of micros with better specs. However, there are still a lot of great Micros that are much better deals.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Have you seen the King Turtles that Seiko has released. Basically same but upgrades to crystal, bezel and price.

@surfitli 4 года назад

Relative Time I just looked at them, not a fan.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

surfitli It’s seems like it’s missing the point of what a took watch is supposed to be... affordable. Plus at that price it should have a 6r movement.

@surfitli 4 года назад

Relative Time I saw the dial and the cyclops, complete lack of interest after that.

@saargurevich3760 2 года назад

What’s the difference between SRPC25 and SRPF15 ???

@RelativeTime 2 года назад

I belive the SRPF15 is the new name for it. I'm not sure when, but I think they changed it late last year. No idea why.

@AfnanStudio_ 3 года назад

seiko turtle fits my 6.5 inch wrist nicely

@TinBin-Craig 4 года назад

looks a nice watch I do like a lot.... cheers

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks!

@davidmckenna1549 4 года назад

ISO certification is important if one is serious about a dive watch. Why Seiko has los my business is over poor QC. I also feel shortchanged with a Hardlex crystal and a shoddy bracelet. Pity because I do like the look of the Turtle.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

ISO is a good point. I think most of the microbrands skip it because they don't want to deal with the extra cost of testing every single watch. But its a good thing to have if you plan on spending a lot of time in the water right after you get it.

@cipriantanana3770 4 года назад

Whats wrong with the movmnt of sx?

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Nothing really wrong with it, as much as it seems outdated. It doesn't hack or handwind. The 4r35 does and it can easily be bought for $30-$40. Heck you can get cheap watches from China that use it for $50. So just seems like it's time to retire the 7s26. Which they basically have at this point. As all the new models (including the 5kx) have the 4r

@liangweihao7932 4 года назад

Just noticed that the intro music is the same as Perth Watch, ha..

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Is it? I have a bunch of drm free songs, and just pick ones that I think work.

@gypo_gault 4 года назад

Go with the king turtle it has sapphire crystal, ceramic bezzel

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Also a bit if an outrageous price.

@babyaleksandra2010 4 года назад

And ugly, pointless day/date magnifier.

@spartanbike2260 4 года назад

new 2020 turtles are available with saphire

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Interesting I hadn't seen those before. halifaxwatch.com/collections/seiko-2020/king-turtle That store calls them the King Turtles. Sapphire and ceramic. But why the cyclops?

@jeffreygleaves2931 2 года назад

Odd, they're asking more for these than the King Turtle. I guess the J adds a premium.

@RelativeTime 2 года назад

Or at least perceived value. Although in this case it might be more supply and demand. As it's a different dial, these may be getting harder to find. While the King Turtles are newer, and getting easier. I know the King Turtles prices have dropped a bit. I think they were close to $750-$800 when they first came out.

@violinmke 4 года назад

I can barely stand the 40mm sub homages. So no no and more no $$$. Love your stuff, Captain Sensible.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks, now I'm going to have Wot stuck in my head for a while. 😎

@violinmke 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime oh you know that one do you... Ha ha.

@private464 4 года назад

Nice review...the Batman turtle looks pretty good. I like the Pepsi turtle and am VERY happy with it. I'm thinking about getting a Shark turtle...and a Zelos Swordfish. I didn't understand your ending...you are not happy?

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

It's not that I'm not happy. I am, it's just that my enthusiasm has tempered with time that I've had it. I still like it, but I haven't been wearing it near as much. Mostly because over the months I've realized I like watches with a slimmer case. Yet not so much that I'd sell it.

@torsvaghavfiske2528 4 года назад

Seiko watches are beautiful, closely followed by G-Shocks. Omegas are amazing too but Seiko and Japanese brands really nail it for reliability.

@wpherigo1 4 года назад

Did you notice the bracelet has a small diver’s extension?

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

You mean the micro adjustment holes?

@wbarns15 4 года назад

Relative Time you can see it by your right thumb at 10:06. If it’s the same number that comes on the samurai bracelet it’s a nightmare to operate.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

@@wbarns15 Holy Crap! How did I miss that? When you said Divers Extension, I thought you meant a ratcheting one. I just thought that was a micro-adjustment, and never looked at it from the back. Damn near broke a fingernail trying to use it just now though. Thanks for pointing it out.

@JerryWDaviscom 4 года назад

Liked, sub'd.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

Thanks and welcome!

@josephj7387 4 года назад

So Shane, in your opinion is this not suited as part of daily office wear attire ? - A desk diver

@josephj7387 4 года назад

Should I just go for the 777 then ?

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

All turtles are going to be the same, so just a matter of which one you like the most. Except for the new King Turtles, but that's a different story. Great watch but may not be idea of office attire. Kind of depends on what you are wearing. Suit or lots of long selves and it might start to be an issue. Short sleeve dress or polo shirts you should be fine.

@josephj7387 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime thank you so much Shane! Appreciate everything you do!

@masturavince 2 года назад

602 Aussie dollars..

@Gio-en5kv 3 года назад

Bro the one shown is not the skx but a seiko 5. The turtle you bought is the deep blue not the batman. The batman has a grey dial and a blue minute hands.

@RelativeTime 3 года назад

It's one of the newer 5KXs. When possible I try to use my own footage, rather than someone else. Since I don't have any of the SKX, the 5KX had to do. It's not the same watch, but looks almost identical. So I think the point is still valid. As for the Batman Turtle, correct me if I'm wrong, but I think that's the SRP787K1. Either way, I never said this was the Batman turtle, but the "Dark Knight" Turtle. Yes it's named after the same character, but different name. I've also seen it referred to as the Deep Blue Batman, which I think adds more to the confusion, and doesn't sound near as cool.

@Gio-en5kv 3 года назад

@@RelativeTime ok but you may end up confusing newbies. The one you have is commonly called the batman because the real batman is not as popular but have the same bezel so was called batman before the deep blue came out. Anyway was merely to try clear some stuff up for those who just get in to.....

@chrisb5986 4 года назад

This watch, and the Save the Ocean, are fantastic. Anyone want to take possession of a couple of SKX's? ;)

@fungus70 4 года назад

There must be like 30 colorways for this watch by now 🤣

@maidpretty 4 года назад

Relative Time Lume Grades: 0) none 1) meh 2) duh, not as good as da turtle 3) hmm, on par with da turtle 4) wow, better than turtle!

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

You forgot the Vostok Amphibia. That's my other standard.

@maidpretty 4 года назад

@@RelativeTime I don't have a Vostok to compare (planing to get one), so where does it stand? For me, there're are 0) none or cheap aliexpress-tier dysfunctional lume 1) meh-tier lume which is... kind of there, but it lasts for an hour at best 2) typical "military"-style watch lume (Vostok Amphibia is kinda here?) which is a couple of hours at least and quite usable 3) Seiko "the golden standard" Turtle diver-tier lume 4) super-fat (mostly microbrands) special thicc diver lume (like Phoibos and others) 5) Tritium and EL/LED backlight or any other kind of battery powered illumination.

@RelativeTime 4 года назад

@@maidpretty For divers Vostok on a scale of 5 the Turtle sits at 4, and the Vostok at a 2. Yet for non divers I'd put the amphibia at a 3.