Seiko Speedtimer SSC911... Hate it or Love it | VisualEssay
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- čas přidán 6. 01. 2024
- The SSC911 was and is still a controversial pick-up. Daytona vibes, Solar Quartz, that wacky 24hr subdial.... Even with all that, I still love it.... until...
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I stopped the video at 3:50, took a moment to myself and subscribed before hitting play again. My second video after the excellent SOTC.
So well shot and edited I would watch this even if I weren’t into watches. It’s a surprise you’re sub 1000 followers.
I don’t comment too often but only thing I’d say is ‘do. not. stop.’ I can imagine how much time it takes to create these.
You’re talented and you will blow up (not the kaboom! way) before you know it.
I hope I’m here when you touch a million followers, because you will. 🤲🏼📿🧿
My friend, you woke up this morning and chose LIFE. I appreciate the kind words so much. Yes, lots of thought and attention to detail go into producing these videos, and I always feel like its not enough. I appreciate your validation and I do plan on going far with this.
First video of yours that I’ve seen. Truly epic. The first few minutes were poetry. I never comment, ever. However you nailed it. The frustration of this hobby was palpable. You perfectly described a situation we’ve all been in and yet you didn’t need to have a controversy or fabricated argument. A very genuine video that is very rare. I’m now a subscriber. Keep it coming.
I’m having a not so great day tbh. Lots of stress from work, trying to keep up and fit in as much in my schedule as possible. Sad because work prevents me from making videos like this. This message has really lifted me up and has given me hope. Thank you so much, and you don’t know how much I appreciate the thought. It really made my day 💪🤝
I got the 39mm Panda as a birthday gift from my brother. Its a great watch that wears really nice on my wrist. The only problem i have it the date window, but aside from that, love it.
That’s such a nice gift dang. I’d be floored if my sibling ever got me something as nice as that. I love these watches, but yea it’s those subtle little things that start to add up.
I personally will always keep multiple seiko's for multiple reasons. They are as good as any watchmaker in the world, along with covering every price point.
100% Agree
Loved everything about this video. Thanks for making this one!
I appreciate it! Means a lot
Another watch addict and subscriber.... Great production!
Thank you so much! More vids coming soon.
Awesome review and callout to the watch collecting search insanity! Bravo sir!
Thank you! I’m on Facebook marketplace right now lolll
My 2nd video of this channel and already youre up next to Teddy B and Nico L.
Definietly my top 3 watch channels atm. Keep it fkn up.
Let’s effing go!! I appreciate the love
Wow, only the second video I've seen from you, but I must say I love your style. Slow, thoughtful tempo, excellent editing and intelligent narration. And stylish glasses too.
The 39 mm Speedtimer is one of my top two dream watches to get. I've been drooling over it for almost a year now; looking at pictures of it every day, arguing with myself if I can justify the cost at this time. $700 isn't a fortune, but it's also not exactly cheap for a quartz watch, so I haven't jumped on it yet. And as Seiko's QC issues are well known, I want to buy it in a store, not on some online auction.
One of the things I like about the Speedtimer is that it's solar, so no battery changes required. For me that makes it feel more timeless and eternal, like my manual and automatic watches.
Thank you so much, that means a lot to me because I do put a lot of thought into my work.
My wish is that you get blessed tremendously this year and buy that watch. I know the feeling. Buying a watch out of that glass case at the AD.... nothing like it. $700 is a lot of money to me as well, but I do know once you cross into that threshold it'll be worth every penny. Happy new year and keep me posted with your journey this year.
The voice over is giving warmth. How can I be like you? The commentary is HILARIOUS
Thanks bro. Lets collab on a video soon.
Agreed that for ~$400-$450 it's fantastic.
Right!
I have the SSC923P1 🤩 and it is very real.
That’s a beautiful watch
Great review!!! Loving my Speedtimer!!!
Thank you! I just bought a SPB381 so mine might be on the trading block.
Congrats on your second video and channel start! Very well scripted and gently edited with a chill tempo I can get into. I bought the 39mm early last year and loved the overall style and attention to detail. However I ended up returning it as it wore just a bit too small on my 7.25" wrist for my taste. Now that Seiko has introduced this 41mm model I've been looking to pick one up again but concerned that even though the case size has increased the dial face looks almost the same size. And I have not found anything online that definitely says otherwise. Any info on my concern would be greatly appreciated. Cheers!
BTW, totally agree with not spending anything over $400-500 on any watch that isn't auto/mechanical or at the very least Quartz/solar.
Thank you for showing love! 7.25 wrist... I'm tempted to suggest the Bulova Lunar Pilot if you want that wrist presence... I love that watch but I know my 6.5 inch wrist won't cut it. I'd say if you go with the Speedtimer 41, it might still feel small. I think the dial and case is the same size, the only thing that's bigger and stretches the diameter to 41mm is the tach bezel... might be the same feeling...
Love your take on the "seriousness" of watch collecting😄 suscribed to your channel
Gotta keep it light ya know? lol thanks for the sub 🫡
I treated myself yesterday to the pepsi. I've been looking at this model for a couple of months and bugging the grand seiko store in London. I'm a big fan of seiko, not a collector, but I do have a couple. Gen 1 black monster and the flightmaster , and a couple more models. The pepsi has been difficult to find in store. Many places didn't have it . I like it. I'm a happy bunny 🐰. Yes, the date window is tiny . I enjoyed your video. Thanks
Thank you so much. I’ve been going back and forth on a flightmaster
Seiko has outdone themselves with this .. After less than a week of ownership I can comfortably say you would be hard pressed to find a finer Chrono at this price point. Is it as good as my Speedmaster Pro??.. It’s different.. Im also getting used to the quartz , and it’s a bit of a departure from my Speedy daily or Bi-Daily winding ritual.. After 20 plus years of exclusively wearing Omega and Rolex Seiko has swooned me on many levels. Affordability being at the forefront.. This was a no brainer as an addition to my constantly growing Seiko Fleet
Glad you’re getting into Seiko. They’ll always have a place in my watch box 💯
Currently debating between the Speedtimer SSC813 & this SSC911. Still not sure which one to get. I worry this one might be a bit big. How do you feel about the watch now? Btw love the video editing and style.
I still love my SSC911 so much. It’s def big and fits bigger than the 813. I have a 6.5 inch wrist and the 813 fits better, but in terms of looks I prefer the 911 aesthetic. I decided to sacrifice wrist presence for design.
You can’t go wrong with either, but if you want that pop of red and a cleaner hand set go for the 911. And thank you for the compliment! Means a lot.
Holy fuck, this video was so well done.
New sub 🤙
Yo, I appreciate that. Thank you so much
I picked up the SSC911 and it's amazing.
Honestly, I love mine too. Great daily. Solid construction. Beautiful dial. Reliable movement.
That zodiac kinda nice!!👀
Right?
My Man I dig ur ish and taste and the pauses were chill stall my guy out.
yo I appreciate the love. Happy new year!
Back @ U My Guy
Thanks!
Great video. Might well be my next pickup. Subbed.
I appreciate it! Means a lot. I think if you can find it for around $400 it’s great value for money.
You deserve more subs. I agreed with everything you said. Superb editing and atmosphere. Im a woman who is into watches and collecting them. Ive been on a vintage seiko and citizen kick lately(especially the early quartz models). my husband and i have found some amazing vintage chronographs that fit my smaller wrist better. The 7ax8 series of speedmaster quartz chronos are amaze, and i just got a 2 tone bond version nos for a super goood deal. I keep telling myself "ok, the collection is good...u don't need anymore"
The only problem is, watch collecting is more like an addiction than a hobby 😂
This means so much to me, thank you. Tbh there are a lot of worse things to be addicted to so I think watches are ok. You and your husband should film a state of the collection video. I’d love to see what you got. If you make one lemme know!
@@TheFuturisticVintage sorry for the late reply, i would actually love that! Have to bounce that idea off him! Again, great content. Be well and stay safe 😊
Love ur style bro.... Love it thanks for the review.... For me I am 80% going for it 😂
😭😭 I am 80%, 100% of the time
Great video. I always loved Seiko for their Chronographs and their heritage also backs up their quality watches. I would love to speak to their marketing department why they do not bring up their heritage more often. Seems all their marketing goes to divers and Seiko 5 leaving Speedtimers and Pilot watches like they had no horological history and a bastard child that just exist.
Yea I feel like GS gets all the fun storytelling aspects of the brand. There are some LE’s that get some cool PR but for the most part it just feels like a constant sales pitch sometimes. The last time I was intrigued by a non GS Seiko was the urushi presage line. Those are fantastic.
Anywho HNY! Thanks for stopping by and sharing.
So so so good
Thank you so much!
The first 30 seconds... so me! 😂 My only gripe about this watch is the dial. Why didn't they just make it white? Bought it anyway and I love it.
I’m glad we relate lol. I’m looking at watches rn. Glad you enjoy it. Thanks for watching.
Thank you I am going to pick up the 39mm Panda.
Do it!!!!!!!!
Just got one my bezel and chapter ring is misaligned now i have to get rid of it.
Dang, cold world
damnn....you earned a new subscriber today🥰😇
🔥🔥🔥🔥 let’s go
Dope video! Also lol, that cardigan is fire lol, where’d you get it?!
Thank you thank you. Cardigan is from MUJI. Copped it in Tokyo.
@@TheFuturisticVintage 🙏🏾
Excelent 🤙
You are
That’s what I call an outstanding review. Liked and subscribed. I just received my 39mm blue/red dumped the bracelet, never wear them. Still on the fence on how much I like it, never been a big fan of chronographs. Luckily it only cost me $442. I do like solar and have enough Swiss automatics.
I appreciate it. Keep me posted and let me know how you start feeling about the Speedtimer as the days go by.
@@TheFuturisticVintage Didn’t take long, I’m going to sell it. Just too shiny and busy for me. One more mistake to add to my list.
@@jamessher6956 on to the next one my friend. Thanks for following up!
Appreciate the humour at 3:18
haha thanks. Moist as the desert
Commenting before it’s out, I know it’s fire already 🔥
I do like how this video turned out.
Man this is content is really making me want to start collecting but I know I’d get thrown out for doing so
do it bro. start slow lolll @@SamuraiLJacks0n
Ok after watching it, it was even more fire than I thought, I’m not biased even though I’m in the video 😂
@samuelock I had fun making this one
I'm considering buying this watch, but I keep seeing SSC911 and SSC911P1. Is there a difference?
I think the P1 is the v2 case Seiko came out with, with an updated dial. Don't know much right now (will need to do more research) but one thing I do remember reading is they updated the date window to be more legible.
im saving for it... lol i love it..
You got this.
ANOTHA ONE!!!!
No stop til a milli
so you buy a watch and the seconds hand only runs if your doing a stopwatch?
There is a small seconds in the left subdial
Damn going straight into the video and very impressed with the content.
Then at the end of the video I got fuckin confuse why your subs is still low. New subscriber here 👋
I appreciate the love
yo where can i cop those silk PJ's dawggg?? that cloth is fire !!❤🔥
Amazon 🔌🔌🔌 look up men’s silk pajamas loll
I have a nitpick that flies under the radar for most everyone else but drives me crazy: I ABSOLUTELY HATE that the sub-dials are not equal sized. I understand that it wouldn’t bother most people but my OCD is just raging inside. I think that’s why the Speedy, the Daytona, heck even the Zenith Chronomaster have such classic designs, they all have equally sized subdials. Seiko PLEASE
You know… truth be told I’ve never noticed this before.
@@TheFuturisticVintage I guess im just a sucker for the “perfectly equal subdials” in daytonas. But still the watch is great and i agree with most everything you pointed out. Great vid!
What's UP with thé pauses????? Long live Seiko , Frédéric from Paris France....
Bonjour Frederic! Thank you. Hocus Pocus is one of my favorite groups of all time.
@@TheFuturisticVintage as a Seiko fan i just sold my srph 81 worn x wound ,Brand New, i'm still crying over it....what a mistake....
@@fredochinaski9968that’s a beautiful piece. You’ll get it back
@@TheFuturisticVintage i checked eBay, everywhere else, , no where to bé found...still crying...... anyway great Channel of yours....
If I ever come across it I'll let you know@@fredochinaski9968
I’m stuck between buying this watch and feeling like I’m selling myself short and should wait and save up and buy the Tissot pr516 because I told myself when I started collecting absolutely no quartz but I agree with you on solar quartz is an interesting middle ground
Anyway I really enjoyed your video
Thank you! The new Tissot is a stunner forsure. Go with your gut. Don’t settle. I bought the Speedtimer because I liked it and wanted a chronograph. But when I’m all saved for the Carrera Glassbox, this Speedtimer is probably getting sold or gifted to family/friend. I bought the Seiko at around $400 on eBay and it’s looking like it’s retaining value. Keep me posted! IG is best for messages for me.
A1 Video 🫡
Appreciate it
BRO I JUST REALIZED ITS YOU!!! Thanks. Lemme borrow that Rolex for a review.
Good watch, still like the older version better tho…
Older like… OG Pogue old?
Got a feeling u will bro
What you mean?
@@TheFuturisticVintage good things come ing your way u seem really nice person
Thank you so much! @@JasonReilly-up6jj
The opening of this video is me right now...
👀👀 what you looking to add to the collection?
@@TheFuturisticVintage A chrono! I have a Brew Retrograph on the way. But I've been pining for a Carrera recently as I get older.
@@TodBrewster love that Brew
🤪 'promo sm'
Promo speedmaster?
remember me when you are famous ❤
davidpark
Always my brotha.