Seiko SKX007 and SKX009 Review
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A review of two of my all time favorite watches, the Seiko SKX007 and Seiko SKX009. These 200m Water Resist Dive Watches from Seiko represent a level of style, durability, and reliability that is generally reserved for watches at a price point several times higher than these. The Seiko SKX007 and it's variants will go down as one of my Hall of Fame time pieces.
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Nice video. I own both the SKX007 and the 009 and I really enjoy wearing them very much. I also like the Jubilee bracelet for its comfortable feel, good looks, and it's durable enough as I never had any problems with it. I have no intentions on modding them, I think they are just great in their original Seiko offering.
This is by far the best SKX review.
Good job!
Thanks for saying so I really appreciate it. I wanted to make the definitive review video on the SKX. It is long, but honestly in hindsight there are a few things I forgot to talk about, it could have went even longer.
I like the fact that it is so long, you treat it almost as a friend, something that is with you everyday, that you look at , in my case, probably a hundred times a day, and not just a thing with specs as if one is talking about a computer or something, which some reviews are. A watch is a very different beast, at least to a lot of people.
Well done !
The SEIKO SKX series (e.g. 007, 009) in my experience(s) have been sublimely beautiful, reliable, accurate, rugged, customizable, and easy to regulate (to 1-2 seconds a day, I can use the 6 position timings to daily regulate the movement to within a second or two). The pepsi you review is one of my favorites... I find that the SKXs are classic (by definition, they have set aesthetic design standards and been available forever), technically evolving (the initial capability to be wound automatically bidirectionally, day/date display, 200M WR, minimal service required.... I have several SKXs and find the quality to be consistent and very attractive. Put a higher-end SEIKO sourced Jubilee bracelet on them (they also look great with several nato straps) and enjoy a new look. I also find the way to set the SKX to the second (use a gentle reverse pull on the crown while in setting mode to stop the seconds hand, then gently shake the watch to start on the precise synched time). By the way, I just picked up an Orient 2 (black dial AA02004B, FAA02004B), and am really looking forward to it... will probably replace the bracelet with 22mm SS MILTAT as well... Cheers!
Thanks for the comments. I agree on all counts, it's an excellent time piece.
Regulated mine and I simply. Cannot fault it,it is ,to me at least, probably one of the most beautiful and versatile tool watches ever made
A detailed video, your comments about the length of your videos at the beginning of this one goes double for me. I own the 007 and the 009. Great looking, great wearing, great operating watches. I think the 4 o'clock crown position is nothing short of genius. The non hacking non winding is of no issue IMHO. Appreciate your going into detail about the bezel however not sure you mention it being an ISO 6425 requirement. Also is the case for the lollipop second hand, I wish they were still $200! Thank you for posting.
The best voice on any video EVER. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching, appreciate it.
Finally a COMPREHENSIVE review of the SKXs. Thank you.
Thanks for watching.
Here's my skx journey. I bought an skx 013 way back when you could still get them for 200$. I always preferred smaller watches even tho my wrist is 7 inch. I wore the skx 013 but it just seemed too small something was missing and as a result I never truly bonded with it. In early 2019 I decided to buy the skx007. I managed to get a japan made version on the grey market for 350$ when I looked at the price yesterday it was 600$ I'm so glad I pulled the trigger then. Its 2022 now and the skx007 is my main watch it genuinely feels like I found the one. I wear it everywhere, university, swimming in the cold briney Irish ocean and it has never let me down I will never ever mod or sell my skx. I would honestly say that buying one in 2022 is still worth it the watch is a classic and you wont regret it.
Pedigree?
Good video. I find it notable that you explained your view and reasoning for longer videos. If it's not what you enjoy, it'll show. Respect.
Thank you for the work that went into it.
Thanks for watching.
I love how you put the 007 on a bond nato. Clever!
I wish people would quit saying.... The skx is ok for "the price point"..... It's excellent... full stop and stands it's ground regardless of price
It is excellent, but compared to other watches at significantly higher prices it does fall short. The SKX is the reference standard by which all other Dive watches are compared at that price point.
orient ray 2. i rest my case.
Paul Joyce the skx007 is excellent at being ok
@@nixX258 it's not diver certified. You have no case
@@nixX258 not a certified dive watch compared to the skx. I have two ray 2 but still prefer the skx
Just ordered an skx today can't wait for it to arrive 😀😀
Nice, congrats. Which one did you go for?
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews 007 on the jubilee bracelet.
Great choice, enjoy it.
The point isI think, the watch has personality, it’s an immensely likeable piece. It’s my most worn watch easily even though most of my other watches are more expensive.
Thanks for watching buddy.
I totally agree with you. It's just a great all around time piece!
My 009 gains 4 mins in a week. It isnt the end of the world. Every Saturday morning I reset it 2 mins behind. It all equals out in the end. My Hamilton Jazzmaster gains 2 sec a day. I have a $14 Timex weekender that keeps perfect time. It is what it is. I just enjoy them.
The accuracy debate is an interesting one, and very polarizing. Many guys like yourself aren't too concerned about it. Others what a watch to be as precise as is possible. For me, it's important for a watch to be accurate. Not because I need to know the time down to the second, but because I like knowing that this little machine is running at peak performance and is precise just for the sake of being so.
My skx 007 gains 1 minute a week.
Mine loses about 70 seconds a week,like you I simply reset it 2 minutes fast a week and don't worry about it,the watch itself is simply sublime, nothing else I own gets any wrist time
Personally, I think your in-depth presentation demonstrates your passion and knowledge of of a very complicated subject and is refreshing (long as some may complain).
Screw them (and your favorite timepiece) and...
Thank You!
Thanks for watching and the feedback Max. I hope you subscribe and stick around!
How's it going?? Your vid was not boring nor long at All , I found it very positive n very informative because I purchased a Skx oo9 n now thinking of getting the 007 as well , NICE Job on the tutorial for both watches , Spot ON!!! N I sub your channel as well , keep the uploads coming!!!
Thanks for watching and for the feedback I appreciate it.
I absolutely loved the video. I hope you do more reviews like this for other seiko watches.
Thanks for watching.
The case and dial design of the skx is the main reason why it is so beloved and has stood the test of time. There will always be a spot in the rotation for the skx.
Love the review. Enjoying it while waiting for a 009 to arrive. Love my Turtle and realised if I don’t get a 009 now they’re not going to be around new much longer.
Absolutely the best review of the SKX, unbiased and thorough. Awesome
Excellent segment on these two Seiko Icons. Keep it showing on new watches and inform why are they important and popular or will be popular in market time-piece. Each point of watch characteristics can appear as added bonus graphics next to watch which you talk about. Thanks.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Very nice detailed review. The SKX is a real workhorse of a watch that can fit in any collection. I find with the bracelet removal, practice is the only way to truly make it easy. The more times you remove them, the easier it becomes, regardless of the tool you are using. It's helpful to buy a spring bar tool that has different size tips so you can adjust them for larger or smaller spring bars.
Thanks for watching and the comments buddy. About the spring bars. I hope I wasn't implying that a person shouldn't have a proper removal tool on hand. They're great, and the best option, for most watches. But for whatever reason on these big bars on the Skx the only thing I can get to work is that small flat head driver.
I was surprised to see an hour watch review!! we can call it the very first one hour watch review on you tube! I see you have answered all the comments which is very nice, I don't have SKX but i have a turtle which i love! what do you think of Seiko turtle!?
I haven't seen a Turtle in person yet. They look great, some day I hope to get a chance to review and compare it to the Skx.
And today, this video is relevant and much more important to Seiko SKX lovers 😊
Thanks for taking the time to do such an in depth review of these 2 models. I've recently gotten into watches with a casio wave ceptor and I am curious about dipping my toes in the mechanical side of watches however I have a very limited budget. This is one of the watches I have been thinking about and I have yet to find a video as informative as yours. You explore pretty much all the aspects of the watch that I would ever consider personally. The one thing about this model that really bothers me is the fact that you can't hack the movement. I was considering maybe the orient ray 2. Do you still have yours and how has it held up over time if you kept it for a longer period?
I still have my SKX009. I don’t wear it a ton because I have a lot of watches but I enjoy having it in the collection and bringing it out from time to time.
I own the Seiko Blumo and Padi Turtle 🐢 the skx 009 will definitely be my next watch purchase . Thanks for a fantastic and detailed video review on both of these iconic and legendary watches 👍🏻
Excellent review. Just want to add that the stock rubber strap is really nice. Beautiful design and detailing, flexes because of the vents and is very strong. If you want to buy it separately is costs around $20, which I think it is worth.
I do not understand why people sneer at the rubber strap honestly, the strap is a critical part of the ISO 6425 specification and the Z 22 conforms to that.
Thanks for the comment. I have no experience with the rubber strap, I e just heard second hand that it was lackluster. I should probably order one just to check it out.
Just ordered my SKX009 today through Amazon. I decided to view a few more videos on the watch just to know more about the peice. loved the in depth review you gave and I can say that this has got me extremely hyped to receive this watch in a couple of days. best regards.
Glad my video was helpful. Hope you enjoy the SKX.
I own a Seiko SKXJ model with a sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel with lume, and a Strapcode Hexad bracelet to beef it up a little. Keeps great time and always looks great on my wrist!
Best review so far, ordered 007 this week and cant wait to wear it :)
I just ordered the 007. Can't wait to get it.
Congrats, enjoy it.
my SKX009 was delivered yesterday
love the look of it - just need a nice blue NATO strap now!!
Congrats happy for you. Check out my videos on the PhenomeNato and BluShark NATO. Both are awesome. My SKX looks great on them.
ah yes - saw those before - great review.....i do have a Blushark alpha strap, amazing quality- im tempted to get another
shame im in the UK , the customs hammered me for the SKX which came from the US- £40 import charges....oh well, i have the watch
That's not obsessive compulsive. Anyone who appreciates quality timepieces wants their watch hands to line up with the hash marks :)
Glad I'm not alone!
I don't think it has anything to do with not being able to hack the seconds. You can do the backhacking method if you really wanted to align the minute hand. I have quartz Citizen and although I adjust the minute hand to hit the marker precisely, within a few hours it drifts a bit and hits in between markers which drives me crazy. This might not be as common in automatics though.
Your videos are NOT too long. It’s all incredibly interesting so please don’t change. Your reviews are unique and people love them for that 💙💪🏻💙
I love the depth of your reviews, and we have similar tastes! I love my SKX009 and my fav Rolex is the Explorer I. I enjoyed that review from you also, although I believe you sold that one though, right? Either way, thanks for the reviews!!
Thanks Taylor, appreciate the feedback. I did sell the Explorer and had since replaced it with a Submariner. I still think the Exp is a great looking watch and if money were no object I'd still own one, but being as I'm limited in budget I didn't feel like that was the right watch for me to have so much tied up in. I don't fault anyone that loves their Explorer it is awesome, but I am happier with the Submariner. Maybe I'm just more of a dive watch guy?
I love my 009! Great video! I was really interested in the differences between the 009 and 007!
Man this is a great video! Amazing video! Very informative!!
I love this detailed review.. the length is great... really helps and gives someone a good time to really see the watch in motion/close up, etc.. I'm about to get one of the SKX007.. just trying to decide is the J model worth an additional $100 compared to the K model. What are you thoughts on that?
Chris Gennin thanks for watching I appreciate it. Regarding the J vs K. I haven't seen a J in person but based on my experience with my K models and what I know about the J, I don't think I'd spend an extra $100 dollars. But if you decided to I wouldn't say that it's any kind of mistake. I just don't believe there's a significant difference between them. Perhaps the J holds value better because the perception people have on it? Either way you're going to end up with a cool watch.
I agree. I just bought the K model. After reading endless info, reviews, etc about the two versions, I decided to spend the $199 w/amazon prime. I couldn't get myself to spend $299 for the J model. Like you said, there isn't significant differences to make it worth it (at least to me, no judgement on anyone else making that purchase though). This is my first Seiko, figured it will be a fun watch to mod at a later point, jump in the pool or ocean with, and not stress (like I would with one of my other more expensive watches). I have an Omega Seamaster 300, and I know i can go in the water/ocean with but I still kind of get paranoid lol.
Good choice hope you enjoy it.
I'm loving my SKX007. Definitely more than I expected. Now I want the SKX009. Really fantastic, i'm happy that i pulled the trigger on this!
Glad to hear you're enjoying the 007. I gave my 009 to a buddy for a steal of a price, I like the black 007 more for daily wear, but I could definitely see having both in the collection. That said maybe consider a SRP Seiko Turtle, I forget the exact model number of the Pepsi version. I'd like to get my hands on one for review so if you get one and want to loan it to me let me know hahaha!
As per the length of your videos : Yeah it's not too long at all. Please keep the informative reviews coming. New sub.
That was an excellent review. I mean it wasn't as entertaining as our U.K. buddy TGV, but he has a wiser audience to tailor to. I thought your explanation on how to set the SKX 007 date was key--I've seen multiple reviews where no one could explain how to set it so it changed after midnight. Also, the SKX 007J (Japan) model might have more accurate bezel alignment from what I have seen. I believe you have the K model which may have more 'quality control' issues that you mentioned. I ordered the 007 and think it's a gorgeous watch. Thank you for taking the time to be so thorough for us. -James
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Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed the video.
Definitely better than TGV lol
I watched the whole thing just now. After having the SRP777 Turtle for a year, I am back and fourth if I want to get an SKX (J version) before it's too late. I find I enjoy the Turtle most of the time (especially in the summer), but I do feel like it's a big watch (even though it wears smaller than the specs indicate). I have tried on a Seiko 5 Divers (that looks like the SKX) a while back on NATO and that seemed to fit very nicely... My reservations of the SKX are the non hacking movement and the current cost - $300+ depending on wear you buy... I bought the Turtle for $250 brand new, which I felt was a bargain for what it is. I have no alignment issues and it's keeping relatively accurate time, much better than the published specs. My other reservation is redundancy with the SKX and the Turtle. I guess I'll need to decide if it's worth having both in the collection. Thanks for the in depth video.
Great review! I wish I would have seen a video like this first but I don't regret picking up my 009J at all. I notice there aren't many J versions floating around & most reviews are for the K but honestly there's probably no mechanical difference. I believe I will pick up a 007 soon as well. I agree that the Pepsi version is hard to combine with clothes sometimes whereas the black 007 is super easy to throw onto any outfit, it's basically a no brainer. Switch the nato around if you really need to takes 5 seconds & you're out.
I looked for a J version for a bit, I couldn't find one at all, so settled for the K. Other then saying "Japan" and "21 Jewels" on the dial I don't believe there is a difference. But, I still wanted a J lol.
JustBlueFish Great review, thanks. There is a slight difference in the coloring between the 009J and K versions. The tone of the blue on the bezel is apparently most visible. I think TGV has a video where he compares the two.
There are quite a few modding options, ceramic bezels and Saphire crystal upgrades
Long videos are fine. Enjoyed this one. If you really are short on time to watch/ listen....speed it up. GEAR/ PLAYBACK SPEED/ 1.75. You can take in info way faster than most people speak.
one of my favorite watches, theres something about it.
Thanks for watching!
very nice and informativr video ! .. and regarding the blue color on the 009, I'm not sure, but I think the J model matches better that the K.
also the polishing on the J model is also better compared to the K
I've heard that , but haven't had an opportunity to see a J model in person. Curious to know if I could tell a difference. Not that the K is bad, still a very nice watch.
The case is 43 inches, including the crown - 46 millimeters :-)
Thanks for watching.
I like these long reviews.
I would never buy an automatic watch with a date that does not handwind. It's ok if you just have one and Wear it everyday, otherwise it's a pain.
Nice looking everyday watch though. They do not water test every watch.
Aside from a few very specific examples like the SKX I really try to avoid watches that don't hack and handwind as well.
Can attest to durability of quartz dive watch, but my for a watch, I want the . . . It brings up the two that I looked at. In Seiko, none at the first store. It is a little dance to get a camp watch. Hamilton, had a good feel.
Ooohh that's a Zen-like experience watching this. Great for falling asleep too apparently, but did finish watching it the next morning. :) Couple comments:
* The blue is a different shade from the bezel on the 009 which I think is very intentional, also on the 007 the dial is more charcoal than black, while the bezel color is more black so I think that's consistent. I might like the legibility of the 009 slightly more, it's just a very deep dark blue color which contrasts slightly more with the white markers.
* Speaking of those white markers, I like that they're actually white in normal light; on many watches (like the Orient Ray) the lume will get a greenish tinge also in regular light. SKX007/009 is whiter.
* -6 or +8 would make me want to regulate it. Have you tried resting it crown-down at night for the one that's fast? That could bleed off some seconds at night, and especially when you skip a day wearing it and keep in crown down as it unwinds a bit, it can bleed off relatively a lot of seconds that way. I can keep my 007 within 15 or so seconds of actual time by keeping it crown down for 36 hours once a week or so.
* If you do regulate it I don't think that requires any kind of equipment, just go by trial and error; even the slightest movement of the regulator lever will throw it way too much one way or the other so what I do is move it clearly so I know I've moved it, and then move it back to what I think is the same position it was in. And then wait a couple hours to see if I'm close. (No need to tightly screw the caseback back in, just a couple turns so dust doesn't get in.) Then within a couple days of doing that you should have it pretty close to perfect, say a couple seconds fast per day. And at that point it's still good to have the rubber seals changed and have it pressure tested by a watchmaker. (I find that watch makers don't perceive 8 seconds fast or slow as any kind of issue that merits work, they'll just go: "yeah, it's a non Swiss, non COSC cheapo automatic, of course it'll be a handful of seconds fast or slow.. why are you here?" LOL. )
* Speaking of watch makers and getting it serviced (not after 3 years, but perhaps after about 7-10 years), that's expensive in Western countries.. but if you're going on a holiday with one or more 5-10 year old Seiko Automatics to places like SE Asia, South America or Eastern Europe, any old dude in a watch repair shop will do it for reasonable money. I'm in Thailand and my experience has been excellent, especially when buying vintage watches that then needed a repair; had even old Russian vintage watches (that the watchmaker wouldn't have any experience with) repaired for $10-$15.. A watchmaker in the US would most definitely not touch a 40+ year old Russian mechanical alarm watch with faulty alarm function, and especially not for $15. Here I had it fixed within a day (broken spring in the alarm spring barrel). So that makes me pretty confident about servicing Seikos, too. (With which they're far more familiar too, with spare parts and lubricants readily available.)
* I also like the bracelet. I keep my 007 on bracelet and 009 (with a more 'tool' look with the red on the bezel) works well on a rubber strap. I got an Isofrane inspired strap with nice open gaps which is cooler in the tropics here. I also got a fancier Bonetto Cinturini rubber strap but find it almost too 'dressy' (I know, for rubber..) so I'm using that on the dressier Orient Ray, but then the 009 on "Isofrane" (by Obris Morgan, they make very good and affordable rubber straps in lots of colors)
* I think a proper spring bar tool works just fine on them.. however it definitely gets easier when you replace the stock spring bars with ones that are flanged. (While still being Seiko style fat bars of course.)
Thanks for watching. I'll try and reply to your points when I have a bit more time on my hands.
When i got my 007j i was surprised at the dial shade. It was much lighter than CZcams would have you believe. When you see videos of the 007 on CZcams the dial looks almost black when in reality it's nowhere near black. More like a dark grey.
Yeah. To me any watch, when placed beside an SKX, looks like it has something wrong with it. Unmatched esthetics and character. You either see it or you don't.
This is more a love story than a watch review.
Hey Guy. Great video. Exactly what I was looking for. What is the size of the NATO strap for the 007? I'm getting it next month, but I'm picking up several straps this weekend for my other watches.
22mm for the the SKX 007 and 009.
Ah, perfect. Thank you for the prompt reply.
Excellent review i also have both and i love them.
Thanks John I appreciate the comments.
Nice review but watch is improperly sized. There should be less links a the 6 than the 12 which is why the clasp is far off centre towards the outside of your wrist!
It has since been adjusted.
I know I'm a little late to the party but I need to ask you a question. At 57:24 I can see that you can slide the outer part of the spring bar back and forth. At first I thought I had broken the spring bar but then I saw this and became a little more calm. My question is: With the outer part sliding around like that, how on earth do you remove the spring bar?
I find a small flathead screwdriver with a sharp blade works best. You just got to pry it out. It’s a little difficult but not impossible.
Are the skx007 or 009 with the J (made in Japan). The most valuable?
I'm interested in buying my first skx not sure which one to get, I would like the most collectable one though...
Thank you. Your reviews are by far the best!
Well done, fantastic review, the best ..
Thank you very much I appreciate the feedback.
My skx007 recently became my dress watch, i have hardly used it in water sports, then i started to wear it under suit at my workpplace. Just feel happy while wearing it. Of course Ray II is technically better with hacking and handwinding featured automatic movement, but SKX is still SKX and despite 7s26 being not a good movement, i still love it. An architect friend of mine bought one after me, apparently he thought that the design of SKX is quite better. I find SKX utilitarian.
I hate the7s26 movement but I still love the SKX.
@@JustBlueFish upgrade to a nh36 movement
With these detail review, you're a very patient man
Thanks for watching I appreciate it.
Thanks for the review and comparison.
Thanks for watching I appreciate it.
I am still trying to make a decision - 007, 009 or a Blue Ray II... The indecision. Oh, the damn indecision. 009 leading with 36% over 33% (007) over 31% (Ray II)...
Get a 009 and wear it for a few months then pick up a Black Ray II.
:-)... I am thinking of saving up for an Alpinist :-).
You do have some tough decisions!
i subbed bc of your long vids. don't change.
Thanks buddy I appreciate it.
From my understanding the J only comes with the rubber for both 7 and 9 so there's neither 1 or 2; just J.
SKX007J and SKX009J.
I ordered the 7J.
Very excited about it too.
I did a 009 J vs K video. Check that out. The only strap option I could find for the J was the rubber. It's an ok strap but way to long for me. Enjoy it.
Islander 02 is My option for an Skx.
Bye far, the most addictive watch of all times. The question is who is more beautiful. I own the 009. sligtly more colorful with that sexy dark blue dial. Greetings from Holland.
Both are ok but 007 is more flexible in matching w/ what you wear & looks more formal, the 009 is sporty w/c makes it less boring but hard to match w/ office clothes or typical conservative casual wear or business casual. Overall better buy both to match most occasions but you would still need a dress watch in the end.
Why am i watching a review on a watch I already own! On another note, the samsung gear s3 rubber straps are great on the skx and available in a bunch of colors, i like a nato if i dont plan on swimming, but a bracelet or rubber on most nice days because it drys faster
I've watched reviews of plenty of things I already own. I don't know why we do it, but it's fun.
thank you for the video :)
Thanks for watching.
When it came to the reason you like hacking movements it's a good thought if its a quartz watch but being and automatic/ mechanical watch kind of pointless seeing as even a $100k automatic/ mechanical watch will loss or gain seconds to creep up on a minute during the day
Nice work Guy
Thanks
Was super close to ordering the skx009k2 on bracelet today new for $128 using black friday week promotions but the shots at 1:01:22 turned me off. The direct lighting shows the true colors of the bezel, which to me look purple and toyish and not so great for daily wear. I really want the all black skx007k2 but it seems overpriced at $200+
$200 is the normal price. You might find a deal for preowned in eBay but not likely to find one new for. A whole lot less.
What do you think about the skx vs the kamasu now that the kamasu is generally cheaper than the skx, trying to decide between the 2 but a used skx to mod with sapphire and nh36
Very few understand the economics and usage of these affordable watches/movements. It’s very simple: Never ever service it. Wear it until it stops working, it will be a looooooooooooong time unless you bang it hard on every door you enter 😀 When the movement dies, buy a new one for around $30 and exchange it yourself, it is the easiest task ever, if you are really really non-technical, ask any of your more technically inclined friends to do it. Don’t ever pay for such task, honestly it’s less complicated than changing a light bulb on your car.
I can't say that I've done it but I wouldn't think the average person could change the watch movement without causing some damage to the watch. Removing the hands and dial alone would seem to be a delicate procedure. That also doesn't account for the cost of buying the tools, which isn't negligible if you buy decent quality tools. For an enthusiast, sure give it a shot. But I don't think I'd suggest any random person do it.
That's true the hands removal is a kinda delicate. I have a full set of tools for with I paid $20. Sure, they are low quality but for over a year now they get the job done well, it's more about being careful and patient.
The problem in your part of the world is that services cost a lot. Where I live you can get a complete service for $50, and I mean a really really good service for a very skilled watchmaker. There are watchmakers that do it for $20, I never tried them and don't plan to. And a movement swap ? 10 bucks !!! :))
Thanks for responding, I really like your channel
Given how much the prices have now gone up?servicing the watch now makes perfect sense
I had a nice 007 on a Jubilee for quite a while. Would get another one if only they would keep better time.
yeah they can keep ok time, but you're just as likely to have one that doesn't. It's one of those watches you buy because you already have a few and want something to rotate in once in a while.
I notice the talk about every watch is all about accuracy? Do seconds really count? I would say it's like people at the shooting range all about half minute of angle shots, but if in real battle would someone even remember how to shoot? Just saying lol. I think it's cool that the talk or the high achievements are if a watch is accurate! But that should not be the high standard every watch should achieve yes or nah? I am sure the more you pay of course the more refined a watch needs to be! I love your review!!! I am new to watches!
I've always been more than happy with 1MOA groups.
+JustBlueFish Watch Reviews Cool! I need to do upgrades to my rifle if I want 1moa groups lol
Like the watch but the orient mako is comperable in style, automatic,will hack and hand wind. Its also better time keeper even though its not iso standard. It should be noted that most divers now use a dive computer.. The orient is also $50 $60 cheaper on ebay. Also has a better band .Orient and seiko both are owned by epson in japan.
If you haven’t seen it I recommend checking out my Orient Ray review.
Which bracelet is best for skx 007, engineer, jubilee, oyster, or a sharkmesh ?
I wonder why the SKX doesn't have a nickname just like the other Seiko divers such as Monster 👹, Tuna, Samurai, Turtle 🐢 etc etc. Any thoughts 💭 on that?
Good question, I don't know.
It does, you used it. SKX although part of the serial number has become the nickname.
Well done. Thank you.
Thanks for watching I appreciate it.
In some way, the skx looks like a rolex 1680 single red
Its a shame that vast majority micro brand divers have a better Seiko movement than this .For me an accurate movement I cant set properly would be a nightmare .
I have over the years become less and less of a fan of the 7s26. I make an exception because there are so many other aspects about this watch that I love, but it's a shame they are using this movement still.
My SKX009 gains about 20 seconds per day. I think it happens mostly overnight, when not in use. Can something be done to fix it (by a watchmaker perhaps) and what do you recommend I do? I am not hell-bent on the exact time, but I just don't want the offset to increase/change everyday.
I have a video on how to regulate the Seiko 7s26 movement, check that out it may be of help.
I don't have all the tools for it with me. So a watch repair shop will do?
Depends on the shop. Some shops don’t really do anything but change batteries and resize bracelets. Some do full service. You’ll have to call around.
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i have the skx007 with the rubber strap. Its horrible, bought a new strap the very same day i got the strap. But im not that into bracelets. I bought it with the intention of swapping straps anyways.
I have an SKX009 I picked up not too long ago that came on the rubber strap, and I agree it's not great.
People who believe in jinxes, tend to get jinxed a lot more, than people who don't believe in jinxes. (Knock on wood)
I don't even remember, did I mention something about jinxes in this video I made it almost a year ago lol.
Are the hands on the skx polished or brushed?
Thank you good review, and your points about the time keeping of these watches are very true. I have the "Pepsi" version and it GAINS TIME.... oh does it ever, but I like the watch a whole lot and put the time right each week. If I wanted bang on time keeping I'd wear a G-shock. However for less than 250-300 $/£s it's a cracking watch.
only difference is the bezel color.
Good vid!
Thanks for watching.
You''ll replace the niner after missing it for quite a while.
It's crossed my mind several times.
Still a great review.
My skx gets worn daily shame they have been discontinued
Just got mine today, only ordered due to the fear that I'll never get a new one for a reasonable price due to be being discontinued... Now im wishing I had bought the skx007 long ago😍
I have the Pepsi version is there a diet Pepsi one?
Guys help, I cannot decide weather I should go for the pepsi bezel or just 007. Help...?
It sounds like you need both.
The 007 is more versatile while 009 is more sporty & nautical ⚓. So it really depends on your need and, perhaps, your current watches collection
I have a bkack g shock and a speedy pro so went for the 009 for a bit of variety
At the price id either get both or get the skx007 and the orient ray blu as the dial is awesome and it's even cheaper
I've had my SKX007J for almost a week now (since I set it) and it is +11 sec. I guess I got really lucky
Very nice, enjoy the J version.
I get the minute hand set precisely using my loop.
how is that done?
what is the case size of skx 009 &007
Pradeep Noah 43mm if I remember correctly.
Do you have a link for the nato band on the 007
It's a BluShark AlphaShark Vintage Bond Nato Strap - amzn.to/2zFZEJV
@@JustBlueFish Thank you for that, I was just about to ask that same question. As someone with both an SKX007 &009, thank you for the detailed review. Always appreciated.
the 007 are for James Bond, and the 009 are more for Jackie chan, cuz the Asian love #9
Thanks for watching.
Interesting;
"How this watch makes me feel........"
Hummm.
SEIKO 5 SPORTS WATER TOOM RESIST AUTOMATIQUE ni 2010
How about 53?
53 what?
What is your wrist size ??
About 7" roughly.