As an Australian I struggle finding a good shop to buy watches from Japan so really appreciate this video as some real bargains to be had. Thanks mate!
In case anybody's sorting through 'New Comments,' I purchased the Citizen 0125-08W after watching this video and I absolutely love it. It's bronze is a bit darker in hue than other bronze watches I've seen (in person) and that darker color doesn't come through well in this video. That said, everything else about the watch is spot on; absolutely radiant bronze sunburst dial, zero backlash bezel, perfect bezel alignment with the chapter ring and it's a strap monster for sure. And best of all, it's running at an average of + 7 seconds a day, which is awfully close to certified chronometer tolerances. My only criticisms are 2, and they're minor: 1) the lume is nothing to write home about, just a probably LumiNova's 'light green' that glows long but dim and 2) the supplied rubber strap is incredible quality and clearly rugged as hell, but is still crazy long for my 6 3/4" wrist. That left my a little disappointed I was missing out on the quality stock strap but I didn't consider it a true flaw because this piece is getting *all* the NATO straps I can get my hands on. All in all, I couldn't be more pleased with this uniquely stylish *ISO rated* diver, especially at ~$275 USD.
The citizen appears to be the best deal all the way around in my opinion… However, I already have three from the pro master line so my choice would be the Orient. I have a Orient commuter that fills the dress watch need in my collection… This one would be a definite upgrade and I like everything about it other than the 22 mm lugs. Thanks for showing us some cool JDM alternatives!
I agree, best all around deal for what you're getting. I was a little disappointed to see the Citizen was an automatic, though. I love my Promasters (I've got 3 too!), especially the 6 month power reserve so I'm torn between the appeal of having a smooth automatic movement in a Citizen for once, or just having the utility (especially in a dive watch) that I'm so used to from Citizen.
@@Matt_Barnes I know what you mean… I have three promasters as well with the eco-drive… However I do have an automatic which I bought recently although it came out in the mid 90s… The NY0040. That meat of movement is equivalent to the NH 35 in pretty much every way… Love my autos too!
@@johnbuckmaster569 I've still got a soft spot for my two little Seiko SNK's, admittedly though they spend more time on the winder lately. I know the more I sit & think about this watch, the worse it's gonna sit with me that I didn't pick it up when it was available...
Dave, I have been watching your channel for a while and I don’t always comment, but I’m here. I just wanted to offer my thanks to you. About a year ago, I watched you 5 affordable JDM watches video and I fell in love with the Seiko SARV. It is literally the best watch I have ever owned and I’m still loving it a year later. I sold most of my watches and I’m down to just wearing my SARV, my orient bambino 2 and my Casio royale. I especially love the SARv because of the Kanji date as I have been learning Japanese for about a year. Thank you again and keep up the excellent work! Dave先生どうもありがとうございます
Im living in Japan right now and I’m NGL once I saw this video I went to my nearest BIC and bought the Seiko spirit chronograph. I’ve been looking for a chronograph for a while and didn’t know this one existed. I ended up changing the belt to a black leather one instead cause the one it comes with is kinda mid. But loving it so much, the fit, the size, it being SAPPHIRE glass for a price under $300 is ridiculous! 本当にオススメ！👌
They nerf themselves and that's frustrating. They could make amazing and slim sports watches that punch way above their price, but nah here you go 300 usd with a non hacking 8k series
I a mechanical watch guy at heart but there's a great deal to be said of a decent solar powered quartz. Makes perfect sense for dive watch or any watch where case integrity is important. It was Seiko that made me aware of a solar movement's excellent qualities, a day on the window sill once a month and you're sorted. Interesting video, thanks.
Sheesh that Promaster Diver's a beauty. I'm such a sucker for Citizen's Promaster line (especially their Promaster aviators) but unfortunately I've been spoiled by their perpetual calendar and lack of need for battery replacement, let alone throwing them on an automatic winder. As much as I love that bronze patina, the automatic movement's a dealbreaker for me. I wouldn't say that about any other watchmaker than Citizen, just because it's so hard to beat the practicality of their 180-day power reserve Eco-Drive watches.
Anybody happens to come across this comment in the future, I already caved and bought the watch. What can I say, this piece made it feel easy to start diversifying my collection 😅
I like Discovery Japan Mall. After seeing a review of a particular Orient Star Sports Diver earlier this year, I searched online for the watch & Discovery Japan Mall was one of the few stores to still have the green dial variant and had the best price. So, I immediately bought it. ⌚😎👍
Many of us are fascinated by the JDM offerings. It is certainly an adventure to discover those watches only available in the Japanese market and yet, are available to us through proxy sellers. Perhaps you would consider making this a regular feature each week? You could certainly create affiliate links which not only helps in the sale of JDM watches for the proxies, but generates income for you as well.
I own a $2000 dollar Seiko watch that Im really satisfied with. Got everything I wanted, almost indestructible, solar powered, GPS synchronized, dual timezone and an internal calendar that will keep track of time and date up to the year 2100 when its internal computer will need an update according to the manual. 🙂 Looks and feels awesome and just the scratch resistance on the bracelet is really impressive, still looks brand new after 4 years of continuous usage. "Seiko Astron GPS solar, dual time" The calendar display and all the other dials are laid out in a very clean and refined pattern. So even $2000 is a very fair price given the quality and workmanship. Was hoping to buy a Grand Seiko eventually, one of the modern designs. But probably not the "Grand Seiko Kodo Constant-force Tourbillon", looks amazing, incredible engineering, but $350000 is a bit steep for my wallet. ☺
I need another watch like I need -- well, you know. But when I recently saw a Casio Oceanus T-200 on eBay for $339, I couldn't resist. When I looked at it a year ago it was about $500.
Awesome video Dave, these are all very nice watches at great prices. I just bought the Citizen Promaster NY0125-08W through your link, all in all inc s&h I paid about US$288 which for a certified auto diver is a bargain, and I just love the color combo, I do not have anything like it in my collection. Thank you again for sharing!
That perpetual "5 in stock" is a little misleading 😆 I was on the fence about an Eco-Drive Promaster diver, so I'm stoked that I held out and ended up with this one.
In April I had a business trip to Tokyo and I went to Nissan HQ in Yokohama and picked up a Citizen/Nissan Fairlady Z watch. Where I come the rare watch is too hard to find and for 1600AUD I got a 3300AUD watch. From Nissan it's No 66 of 100 in Blue and there is 100 in Yellow the 1500 or 750 of each cilour for the rest of the world. This watch is Titanium and at 91 grams its comfy and I love Nissan as JDM in Australia is a passion.
The movement in that Seiko appears to have the same functionality, including the dual time/alarm sub-dial, as the Seiko Flightmaster (SNA411), which I always wished was solar. You set the sub-dial in the same way and everything.
4:12 You could have the Dual-time & the Alarm as long as you account for the time difference when setting the alarm, no? Just gotta do the conversion, which granted might be a bit confusing at first, but still
Great video as usual with you. I found a Citizen NY0125-83E on a Japanese second-hand site. Sister of the one you present to us. Movement a bit obsolete but with current specs (hacking, manual winding). Just like you, I love the Kanji date, essential on a Japanese day/date.🙂🇨🇵
I like the Citizen in this group shown in the video. Btw, I ended up getting my Seiko SBEC005 from Discovery Japan. May have been my most expensive watch purchase to date. But, that watch has become increasingly harder to find and prices only getting higher. As it is, Discovery Japan appeared to be the best place to get one from. Was fast service. And, although this can't always happen, I was glad I didn't have to pay import duty on that one cause it wouldn't have been insignificant if I had to.
Thanks for the video and for alerting us about the great exchange rate. I picked up a Casio Oceanus T2600 and a Citizen Attesa AT8181 at excellent prices. Amazing watches for the money.
I've been on the fence for that Seiko Sharp Edge GMT for over a year. But that -/+ 27 seconds doesn't sound right for $1200-$1400 USD. And that issue with their misaligned 24 hour bezels is still going on the new special edition navy dial. Not a big fan of that strange date register which should be a window at the 6 o'clock position. Not sure what's going on at Seiko. All the people who are long term committed must have defected for Grand Seiko.
Fantastic video! I was just looking through a Bic Camera today (I also live in Japan...Hope to run into you one of these days) and I saw a variant of this Citizen Watch for the first time and thought it was superb. I almost cracked the wallet to buy it on the spot. What a coincidence to get back home to see it featured in your video.
I love those Seiko SBTR spirit line. The green dial with the gold hand's is really nice. I bought mine of ebay a year ago and yes the prices have definitely gone down in price. Keep up the great videos and sticking up for your fellow watch CZcamsbers. Your a class act!
there are some absolute gems in the Seiko Spirit line. I have their solar world time and it's great! It has a crazy amount of features (and a sapphire crystal), and only cost around $240 USD when I bought it.
Spirit for sure. I appreciate your, hey I’m your buddy in Japan vibe and I got a couple of hot tips vs hey these guys sent me this watch and now I’m gonna sell it to you. Much appreciated!!!!!
My favorite Dave was the Citizen Promaster not a bad price...the ISO certified 👌 very impressive...great every day watch...thanks again for making this video...👍👍Viva Japan...
Ps I checked prices vs amazon...at least for the watches I was interested in..Seiko Flightmaster, Ciitzen Altichron etc and the prices came up to be exact. I guess you have to poke around a bit to find the cheap gems?
OMG, Dave- thank you for the referral to Japan Discovery Mall. I’ve been trying to find a place to buy one of the Citizen Ti Promaster GMTs for a month or two now. What a great resource!
First time to watch your videos in a while and WOW, you are really doing great. Here's a hint, all the Seiko quartz watches that have a subdial for alarm can be used for a second time-zone instead of an alarm. It won't have any of the bezel markings like yours does but you can still get the second timezone if you find the alarm to be anemic or not very useful. great work!
The Seiko is cool but, the Hamilton caught my attention and the only issue I have with it is there's no crown protection but, the ISO dive certification is cool, other than that, the look and 60 click bezel is FLY!😁👍
Be carefull regarding import customs duty tax on expensive watches. You could get a huge Fed Ex or DHL bill before they will release the watch. Regarding the run up in prices beginning about three years when you could pickup a nice used five digit Rolex Submariner for six grand which imo correlates to the stock market run up. With a decline in the 2022 market we are also seeing watch prices drop as well. If we trully hit a deeper recession in 2023 you will continue to see prices drop in the US.
I'll be visiting Japan soon, I'm interested in JDM women's watches, what stores do you recommend I shop at? I'll be visiting Hiroshima, Kyoto and Tokyo. Thanks.
Be aware that JDM watches won't have warranties in other parts of the world and there's a good chance will be refused service and repair outside their home markets.
Dropped a sub simply because your pitch for subscribing was amazingly done. My son is there in military and I'm giving him ideas for something to bring home. Would love to talk to you about prices if purchased there, as you've mentioned they'd likely be lower cost.
Super cool watches and great suggestions. Hard to find Alba field watches right now. Plenty of AQPK402 and 401, but not sure they are worth the money. It appears they may not have like either.
I'm planning a trip to Japan in 2023. I hope I can find some gems like the Seiko SARB033. If anyone know what stores in Japan then I would have a higher chance of finding such watch, pls let me know.
Nice video, Dave. I like the Alba best. If I did not already have an almost identical Citizen BM8180-03E solar field watch, I would pick one up for such a low price.
Word of caution: I recently made a purchase there. Shipping time and purchase went without any issues. However, the watch, while genuine, had some black debris stuck inside the edge of the watch dial, unsure how it got in there right out of the box. No way of removing it without having someone open the dial. Tried to reach out to the company multiple times on how they would resolve the issue, as trying to do a full refund and returning internationally would be hassle. So far after about 7 days later and multiple messages through their 'inquiry' and no customer service number, it looks like I'll just have to deal with the blemish on the watch while paying full price with international shipping. Unfortunate that they don't have a customer service number or other easier way to reach out to anyone in case issues arise. CZcamsr should've mentioned any possible issues such as these.
Hi Dave.. I've recently picked up an Orient Mako II on special from Singapore. They were not interested in helping me with watch bands. I was wondering which company you go to for a high quality rubber band option..
Hi Dave. Thanks for the cool content. I'm finally returning to Japan in April and am really hoping to pick up some vintage Seiko, Grand Seiko and King Seiko pieces. Last time I was there I had trouble finding shops that stocked these pieces, it was generally vintage or modern Swiss pieces. Can you please suggest where to find cool JDM pieces from the 60s and 70s?
As an Australian I struggle finding a good shop to buy watches from Japan so really appreciate this video as some real bargains to be had. Thanks mate!
@Matt Yes Sakura are great value with quick shipping, cheers!
I refuse to buy anything here in Australia anymore.
We get the leftovers and prices are 40% over even american prices.
Steve in sydney australia
Seiko store opened in Sydney
SeiyaJapan, all day long
Lol Australia
I really enjoy these JDM roundups! It's nice to have these leads on lesser-known options.
My stepfather was just in Japan last week and he brought me home an Orient diver with the Japanese day in the dial. So stoked!!
Site is good but lot of the watchs are double the price of what we would pay here in the states.
In case anybody's sorting through 'New Comments,' I purchased the Citizen 0125-08W after watching this video and I absolutely love it. It's bronze is a bit darker in hue than other bronze watches I've seen (in person) and that darker color doesn't come through well in this video. That said, everything else about the watch is spot on; absolutely radiant bronze sunburst dial, zero backlash bezel, perfect bezel alignment with the chapter ring and it's a strap monster for sure. And best of all, it's running at an average of + 7 seconds a day, which is awfully close to certified chronometer tolerances. My only criticisms are 2, and they're minor: 1) the lume is nothing to write home about, just a probably LumiNova's 'light green' that glows long but dim and 2) the supplied rubber strap is incredible quality and clearly rugged as hell, but is still crazy long for my 6 3/4" wrist. That left my a little disappointed I was missing out on the quality stock strap but I didn't consider it a true flaw because this piece is getting *all* the NATO straps I can get my hands on.
All in all, I couldn't be more pleased with this uniquely stylish *ISO rated* diver, especially at ~$275 USD.
Dave, please keep videos on the JDM coming. I really enjoy them.
The citizen appears to be the best deal all the way around in my opinion… However, I already have three from the pro master line so my choice would be the Orient. I have a Orient commuter that fills the dress watch need in my collection… This one would be a definite upgrade and I like everything about it other than the 22 mm lugs. Thanks for showing us some cool JDM alternatives!
I agree, best all around deal for what you're getting. I was a little disappointed to see the Citizen was an automatic, though. I love my Promasters (I've got 3 too!), especially the 6 month power reserve so I'm torn between the appeal of having a smooth automatic movement in a Citizen for once, or just having the utility (especially in a dive watch) that I'm so used to from Citizen.
@@Matt_Barnes I know what you mean… I have three promasters as well with the eco-drive… However I do have an automatic which I bought recently although it came out in the mid 90s… The NY0040. That meat of movement is equivalent to the NH 35 in pretty much every way… Love my autos too!
@@johnbuckmaster569 I've still got a soft spot for my two little Seiko SNK's, admittedly though they spend more time on the winder lately. I know the more I sit & think about this watch, the worse it's gonna sit with me that I didn't pick it up when it was available...
Dave, I have been watching your channel for a while and I don’t always comment, but I’m here. I just wanted to offer my thanks to you. About a year ago, I watched you 5 affordable JDM watches video and I fell in love with the Seiko SARV. It is literally the best watch I have ever owned and I’m still loving it a year later.
I sold most of my watches and I’m down to just wearing my SARV, my orient bambino 2 and my Casio royale. I especially love the SARv because of the Kanji date as I have been learning Japanese for about a year. Thank you again and keep up the excellent work! Dave先生どうもありがとうございます
Im living in Japan right now and I’m NGL once I saw this video I went to my nearest BIC and bought the Seiko spirit chronograph. I’ve been looking for a chronograph for a while and didn’t know this one existed. I ended up changing the belt to a black leather one instead cause the one it comes with is kinda mid. But loving it so much, the fit, the size, it being SAPPHIRE glass for a price under $300 is ridiculous! 本当にオススメ！👌
Why does citizen seem to use their 9000 series movements in their own watches so rarely?
They nerf themselves and that's frustrating. They could make amazing and slim sports watches that punch way above their price, but nah here you go 300 usd with a non hacking 8k series
That's a really good question. They make so many automatic movements, and yet it seems like most of their watches are Eco-Drive.
I a mechanical watch guy at heart but there's a great deal to be said of a decent solar powered quartz. Makes perfect sense for dive watch or any watch where case integrity is important. It was Seiko that made me aware of a solar movement's excellent qualities, a day on the window sill once a month and you're sorted. Interesting video, thanks.
Sheesh that Promaster Diver's a beauty. I'm such a sucker for Citizen's Promaster line (especially their Promaster aviators) but unfortunately I've been spoiled by their perpetual calendar and lack of need for battery replacement, let alone throwing them on an automatic winder. As much as I love that bronze patina, the automatic movement's a dealbreaker for me. I wouldn't say that about any other watchmaker than Citizen, just because it's so hard to beat the practicality of their 180-day power reserve Eco-Drive watches.
Anybody happens to come across this comment in the future, I already caved and bought the watch. What can I say, this piece made it feel easy to start diversifying my collection 😅
@@Matt_Barnes haha I bought it too. Too beautiful of a watch to pass up
I like Discovery Japan Mall. After seeing a review of a particular Orient Star Sports Diver earlier this year, I searched online for the watch & Discovery Japan Mall was one of the few stores to still have the green dial variant and had the best price. So, I immediately bought it. ⌚😎👍
Many of us are fascinated by the JDM offerings. It is certainly an adventure to discover those watches only available in the Japanese market and yet, are available to us through proxy sellers. Perhaps you would consider making this a regular feature each week? You could certainly create affiliate links which not only helps in the sale of JDM watches for the proxies, but generates income for you as well.
I had spotted this Seiko chrono. Very good price. I already bought from Discovery Japan my limited edition G-Schock, and nothing to complain about.
I own a $2000 dollar Seiko watch that Im really satisfied with. Got everything I wanted, almost indestructible, solar powered, GPS synchronized, dual timezone and an internal calendar that will keep track of time and date up to the year 2100 when its internal computer will need an update according to the manual. 🙂 Looks and feels awesome and just the scratch resistance on the bracelet is really impressive, still looks brand new after 4 years of continuous usage. "Seiko Astron GPS solar, dual time"
The calendar display and all the other dials are laid out in a very clean and refined pattern. So even $2000 is a very fair price given the quality and workmanship.
Was hoping to buy a Grand Seiko eventually, one of the modern designs. But probably not the "Grand Seiko Kodo Constant-force Tourbillon", looks amazing, incredible engineering, but $350000 is a bit steep for my wallet. ☺
I need another watch like I need -- well, you know. But when I recently saw a Casio Oceanus T-200 on eBay for $339, I couldn't resist. When I looked at it a year ago it was about $500.
I vote for the Promaster! I love the Kanji day wheel, I’m looking for a watch with that on my upcoming trip to Japan.
The Citizen bronze colored diver is really cool and unusual ! I also have the gilded variant and it's so beautiful.
Awesome video Dave, these are all very nice watches at great prices. I just bought the Citizen Promaster NY0125-08W through your link, all in all inc s&h I paid about US$288 which for a certified auto diver is a bargain, and I just love the color combo, I do not have anything like it in my collection. Thank you again for sharing!
I just bought too!
@@BrandonEspiritu Awesome 👌
That perpetual "5 in stock" is a little misleading 😆 I was on the fence about an Eco-Drive Promaster diver, so I'm stoked that I held out and ended up with this one.
Not watch related but I just bought a makita power tool directly from Japan and was able to get it at a really good price
In April I had a business trip to Tokyo and I went to Nissan HQ in Yokohama and picked up a Citizen/Nissan Fairlady Z watch. Where I come the rare watch is too hard to find and for 1600AUD I got a 3300AUD watch. From Nissan it's No 66 of 100 in Blue and there is 100 in Yellow the 1500 or 750 of each cilour for the rest of the world. This watch is Titanium and at 91 grams its comfy and I love Nissan as JDM in Australia is a passion.
The movement in that Seiko appears to have the same functionality, including the dual time/alarm sub-dial, as the Seiko Flightmaster (SNA411), which I always wished was solar. You set the sub-dial in the same way and everything.
I haven't seen Swiss People doing the same thing and keep best models for themselves
The alba shares the same hand set and dial with my Seiko 5 SNX429. I will pick one up when I go to Japan to replace my Seiko 5.
I think that a head-to-head comparison between Casio Lineage liw-m700d-1ajf and the Seiko presented on this video would be well worth it.
Not too happy about alarm setting feature , they shouldn’t put that in that beautiful looking watch
4:12 You could have the Dual-time & the Alarm as long as you account for the time difference when setting the alarm, no? Just gotta do the conversion, which granted might be a bit confusing at first, but still
Great video as usual with you. I found a Citizen NY0125-83E on a Japanese second-hand site. Sister of the one you present to us. Movement a bit obsolete but with current specs (hacking, manual winding). Just like you, I love the Kanji date, essential on a Japanese day/date.🙂🇨🇵
I have the Tag Heuer Carrera that the Seiko Spirit mimics and I am still very tempted by the Seiko. For that price it can easily be a beater stand in.
I like the Citizen in this group shown in the video.
Btw, I ended up getting my Seiko SBEC005 from Discovery Japan. May have been my most expensive watch purchase to date. But, that watch has become increasingly harder to find and prices only getting higher. As it is, Discovery Japan appeared to be the best place to get one from.
Was fast service. And, although this can't always happen, I was glad I didn't have to pay import duty on that one cause it wouldn't have been insignificant if I had to.
Just ordered the Seiko Spirit - looking forward to receiving it
Thanks for the video and for alerting us about the great exchange rate. I picked up a Casio Oceanus T2600 and a Citizen Attesa AT8181 at excellent prices. Amazing watches for the money.
One watch that I can currently recommend is the citizen ny0120 52x, very nice looking watch for under 300 dollars 💸
7:28 Just wear it while you're doing your 'fun exercise' alone. It will be wound before you finish.
Thanks, much appreciated, i starter my collection with my Bulova and some ill seikos as well as the some Citizens
I've been on the fence for that Seiko Sharp Edge GMT for over a year. But that -/+ 27 seconds doesn't sound right for $1200-$1400 USD. And that issue with their misaligned 24 hour bezels is still going on the new special edition navy dial. Not a big fan of that strange date register which should be a window at the 6 o'clock position. Not sure what's going on at Seiko. All the people who are long term committed must have defected for Grand Seiko.
Fantastic video! I was just looking through a Bic Camera today (I also live in Japan...Hope to run into you one of these days) and I saw a variant of this Citizen Watch for the first time and thought it was superb. I almost cracked the wallet to buy it on the spot. What a coincidence to get back home to see it featured in your video.
I love those Seiko SBTR spirit line. The green dial with the gold hand's is really nice. I bought mine of ebay a year ago and yes the prices have definitely gone down in price. Keep up the great videos and sticking up for your fellow watch CZcamsbers. Your a class act!
Sbtr029 with icy blue dial is unbelievable!
I can't believe they discontinued the full lume titanium Alba - that looked like a brilliant watch!
there are some absolute gems in the Seiko Spirit line. I have their solar world time and it's great! It has a crazy amount of features (and a sapphire crystal), and only cost around $240 USD when I bought it.
I really enjoy my TWSBI stubs. Looking for that Orient with the nice white dial. Checking out the seller you were talking about at the beginning.
Spirit for sure. I appreciate your, hey I’m your buddy in Japan vibe and I got a couple of hot tips vs hey these guys sent me this watch and now I’m gonna sell it to you. Much appreciated!!!!!
The first Seiko I I got that watch in it cost me a hundred and sixty-five bucks unbelievable price for solar powered watch with an alarm.
I just went Swiss because I was tired of waiting on GS to introduce the same spring drive with lume to the US market.
i have the exact alba field watch but in blue on a distressed leather zulu strap and surprisingly it gets its fair share of compliments too.
My favorite Dave was the Citizen Promaster not a bad price...the ISO certified 👌 very impressive...great every day watch...thanks again for making this video...👍👍Viva Japan...
The Seiko Chrono really surprisingly good looking. Great value proposition for the price. May order one.
Glad I seen this because watches across the board have skyrocketed
Ps I checked prices vs amazon...at least for the watches I was interested in..Seiko Flightmaster, Ciitzen Altichron etc and the prices came up to be exact. I guess you have to poke around a bit to find the cheap gems?
Thanks Dave 🙏
Never heard or felt the rotor spin on any of my watches with Miyota movements .
OMG, Dave- thank you for the referral to Japan Discovery Mall. I’ve been trying to find a place to buy one of the Citizen Ti Promaster GMTs for a month or two now. What a great resource!
So the citizen watch is pretty cool but the alba watch looks great also
I usually don't care about chronographs but that one is really nice
Thank you so much for the insight! Just bought my Citizen with your link! I’m so excited!!
Great video! Do more.
I've always enjoyed the feeling of the Citizen rotor, spinning.
First time to watch your videos in a while and WOW, you are really doing great. Here's a hint, all the Seiko quartz watches that have a subdial for alarm can be used for a second time-zone instead of an alarm. It won't have any of the bezel markings like yours does but you can still get the second timezone if you find the alarm to be anemic or not very useful. great work!
The Seiko is cool but, the Hamilton caught my attention and the only issue I have with it is there's no crown protection but, the ISO dive certification is cool, other than that, the look and 60 click bezel is FLY!😁👍
as a fellow yen-payer, are prices going down? mostly it just seems like endless despair as aliexpress watches suddenly spike 20-30% in price
That Bronze colour Citizen is £350 in the UK
Just got and orient star diver 200m for a killer deal, you are right prices are falling
It's a shame that the Discovery Japan Mall requires registration. I guess I won't be shopping with them.
That Kanji day wheel. I have to have one.
Be carefull regarding import customs duty tax on expensive watches. You could get a huge Fed Ex or DHL bill before they will release the watch. Regarding the run up in prices beginning about three years when you could pickup a nice used five digit Rolex Submariner for six grand which imo correlates to the stock market run up. With a decline in the 2022 market we are also seeing watch prices drop as well. If we trully hit a deeper recession in 2023 you will continue to see prices drop in the US.
I really have been enjoying your channel. Great content and I especially appreciate the fact you cover affordable watches that most people can afford.
I’m really liking the Casio Lineage I picked up from the other video. Just needing a better strap for it.
Love these videos, Dave. Happy to have ordered a couple of tees from the store for summer too 👍
oh wow that Citizen ISO diver is a great choice and certainly under the radar
I'll be visiting Japan soon, I'm interested in JDM women's watches, what stores do you recommend I shop at? I'll be visiting Hiroshima, Kyoto and Tokyo. Thanks.
Be aware that JDM watches won't have warranties in other parts of the world and there's a good chance will be refused service and repair outside their home markets.
This is why I maintain a good relationship with 2 independent watch technicians. 😊
Thanks for sharing your Amazon link - helped me find some great choices to make an affordable 3 watch collection.
Ok this is what I was looking for. Hope to find something in Shinjuku.
I just got myself a seiko astron at a pretty good deal because of the currency exchange…
This t-shirt Dave! It's toooo good!
lol, thanks Britt!
Dropped a sub simply because your pitch for subscribing was amazingly done. My son is there in military and I'm giving him ideas for something to bring home. Would love to talk to you about prices if purchased there, as you've mentioned they'd likely be lower cost.
Super cool watches and great suggestions. Hard to find Alba field watches right now. Plenty of AQPK402 and 401, but not sure they are worth the money. It appears they may not have like either.
Correction! It appears the 402 is lumed a bit, and crystal domed (big plus for me). Got it for $85, which for a titanium field watch, is pretty cool.
I'm planning a trip to Japan in 2023. I hope I can find some gems like the Seiko SARB033. If anyone know what stores in Japan then I would have a higher chance of finding such watch, pls let me know.
Omega 3511.50 is a great neo-vintage JDM chrono
Very cool looking Seiko ! And the price is very good ! Thank you again .
I got an Orient symphony IV and it looks very similar to that one.
Lorus Alba QnQ will be for usd 50 n under.
Ooh, that Promaster diver is a peach!
Great video Dave, I don’t think there’s anyone on Yt doing similar content.
I really liked the Citizen! Thanks for the video.
Nice but I wonder what you would end up paying in the EU? We even have trouble getting English language text books.
Liked your video because of the content. Instantly subscribed to your channel once I saw the Twsbi pen in the b roll!!!
Nice video, Dave. I like the Alba best. If I did not already have an almost identical Citizen BM8180-03E solar field watch, I would pick one up for such a low price.
Does the Seiko Chrono allow you to manually move the seconds hand in case it becomes misaligned?
Word of caution: I recently made a purchase there. Shipping time and purchase went without any issues. However, the watch, while genuine, had some black debris stuck inside the edge of the watch dial, unsure how it got in there right out of the box. No way of removing it without having someone open the dial. Tried to reach out to the company multiple times on how they would resolve the issue, as trying to do a full refund and returning internationally would be hassle. So far after about 7 days later and multiple messages through their 'inquiry' and no customer service number, it looks like I'll just have to deal with the blemish on the watch while paying full price with international shipping. Unfortunate that they don't have a customer service number or other easier way to reach out to anyone in case issues arise. CZcamsr should've mentioned any possible issues such as these.
I noticed you didn't mention what the power reserve was for the Citizen watch
What is your thoughts on JDM SEIKO SBTR017 and other watches in same series.
Hi Dave.. I've recently picked up an Orient Mako II on special from Singapore. They were not interested in helping me with watch bands. I was wondering which company you go to for a high quality rubber band option..
I’m visiting Fukuoka in September. Do you have any recommendation on which shops to visit there? 😊
Hi Dave. Thanks for the cool content. I'm finally returning to Japan in April and am really hoping to pick up some vintage Seiko, Grand Seiko and King Seiko pieces. Last time I was there I had trouble finding shops that stocked these pieces, it was generally vintage or modern Swiss pieces.
Can you please suggest where to find cool JDM pieces from the 60s and 70s?
Nice exposé, thank you! I have already exceeded my watch budget this month but that Citizen really whetted my appetite /*drool/*
Am I in the minority if I don’t find the lume so important? I’ve never found it useful in my seiko, unlike the indiglo in my timex
Checked out the website, and I found out that its either the same price or cheaper from Amazon r
Might need to look at a grand seiko. That citizen is the drip
Where are some stores to shop at in Japan? I will be going to Tokyo next month!
That Alba is the only one i would buy
Ive nvr owned anythg other than a 120click bezel. Do they make more than 120?