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I bought this watch from Exquisite yesterday and received it today. The Seiko SLA line is so incredibly underrated it is ridiculous. This watch runs circles around any Tudor or Omega I have ever owned. It is just beautiful.
Mad respect to Seiko for catering to every type of watch enthusiast and Seiko fan. I’m a Seiko fan myself and I’d buy this watch without hesitation if I had the money right now. To me it’s more beautiful than any Rolex or Omega and I’m sure the quality is really high as well. 5 stars in my book.
Hello from France 😉 and sorry for my " english "...i saw this model this morning, in a " Seiko center" in Lille ( north of France) . It's just an amazing ! Watch , the volume of the design is just perfect on the wrist , the blue/grey dial is very deep and perfect, ok...the price is a " little" higher 😁 but when i see the price of a lot of " Diver swiss watch " with a Selitta or ETA 2892 basic , i prefer this beautiful watch
This is great watch. I think these will sell out fast. The size/dimensions are perfect. I don’t have an issue with the price, Seiko is making some high end pieces. Doesn’t have to just be GS labeled watches.
100% worth the price (the movement, the case, the quality finishing, the style and size,) bought one already and super happy! Got the black version (262-600)
I paid $3500 for mine and it is worth every penny! Finishing on this watch is better than a Tudor and as good as an Omega or even Rolex for much less. This is a premium Seiko diver that looks amazing! I put a jubilee bracelet on it and it is now one of my favorite watches.
The Hardness on this watch is a huge selling feature for me! Buying a watch, and having it look new…basically forever, is a BIG DEAL. The time graphs I’ve seen are amazing. The finishes are amazing! I really like the NATO strap on this watch too. I won’t pay full retail. But I’d buy one for sure! Love the videos Rob.
Seiko deserves respect because they are seemingly the only brand that caters to nearly every level of watch enthusiast. I can't think of any other company that has such a wide range. However, I'm not really on board with these "high end" Prospex watches. GS movements, GS level of finishing, GS price. Why not just call it a GS? Just confusing.
I prefer this Dive seiko to the GS diver that’s more than double the price. I think this is good value. I’m just going to get one. I’ve got a Daytona and omega seamaster but they’ve got no soul or heart like seiko
I love this watch. The SLA line watches that i have had in hand are super nice and seem high quality to me. The finish and case designs ate some if the best you can get. If i was in the market for a 4000 dollar watch i think this watch would be worth it.
Stunning timepiece. I have many different levels of Seiko divers and I wouldn’t pay anywhere near that price for what it is. It most certainly needs an 8L55 movement to start with.
Gorgeous piece 👍. Love what Seiko has done with it. My first thought after you mentioned the price was I might be closer at this point to getting an Omega Seamaster for about the same price (since I've never owned one). I've owned Seiko's since '73. Until the mid-2000's, I had only owned 3 non-Seiko watches. If you think about it; this is ingenious on Seiko's part. They're very methodical & don't rush into anything. I see them tweaking (enhancements/improvements) Grand Seiko then pricing them to the next level.
@@vitaboost don,t think so... with that pricetag and 1300 pieces.. also there is his brother the SLA057 With 600 pieces But Yess This one goes sellout soon...
Yeah a used one would be nice. These are some of the best types of watches to get used because most people won’t wear one everyday. I may pick a used one up as well
Just bought it!! Just an incredible time piece. Many would pay £1000’s more if it had a Swiss name to it. As a seiko fan boy I’m delighted to have it and for others to have no idea how high end it is simply because it’s not Swiss.
Congratulations on your purchase of this rare icon. I love the SLA055 more than the Most Covetted MARINE MASTER 300. The dimensions on the SLA is perfect for most wrist sizes. My watch collection is valued at 6000 USD and am seriously considering selling them all and buy 1)SLA055 2)TUNA QUARTZ 300M and 3)ALPINIST. Am 45years old and I am opting for quality over Quantity. All the best bro. Greetings from USA 🇺🇸
@@1malikalik I’m going to buy it this week. I’ve compared it to the GS Diver and the SLA055 is much better - better than a submariner and Tudor - sell your watches up & get one 👍
The sla line is stunning! I have the sla021 and sla033 and they are both absolutely beautiful! I would definitely consider this for around $3400 which you can find second hand under $4000
Not for me, but yes, this will appeal to the collectors or people that only love Seiko watches. It's ok for a company to do a little bit of fanboy service.
Its appealing to me, and Im not a seiko fanboy. Seems a bit expensive, but considering its well made and is limited I can understand it. If I had $4,000 laying around Id consider this watch along with many other over priced watches.
@@richardwhatley6505 yeah , funny how people think a 4000 dollar Tudor is better than this seiko and not overpriced but this is. Just show how people dont understand
I think this watch is worth it! I have the SLA043 which is $4500 and it's great. The brushing is next level and is definitely accentuated by the bright look of the Ever Brilliant steel. Every 8L35 I've had runs at COSC levels. I personally prefer the 043 and this watch to the standard Omega SMP 300. Movement and name on the dial are the only clear advantages the SMP has imo. Actually let my SMP 300 and BB58 go while the 043 remains. Do your self a favor and check these out!!
The problem is exclaiming that in your experience the 8L has run within COSC. It should, it’s $4500. This should be an expectation, not a surprise. There are COSC certified watches for 1/10th the price. Yet it is a surprise, because we know how Seikos vary. Personally I’ve had probably 15 6r (15 and 35) and none of them have run within COSC. Some of those watches were >$1k. That said if I had $100k in my watch box I’d probably have one 8L.
The one &L I had ran at 15 seconds fast per day, I wasn’t impressed.. I really liked the watch though. On the other hand my 6r15 is 15 seconds fast after a month lol. Seiko just needs to regulate their movements.
Accuracy isn't a huge deal to me personally. At higher price points, I'm much more interested in levels of finishing and bezel action. These watches deliver that and then some!
I’m guessing I’m a fanboy. I have a 6309 I bought in the USN PX in Naples in 1978. It rarely left my wrist for a punishing 3.5 year stint in the #3 engine room of USS Forrestal and 13 years in a Hospital boiler room after that. It’s a safe queen now but its still running strong on a winder and made a couple hundred dives to 130’ . I gifted myself a SLA057 that arrives this Friday.
Something underrated & worth noting about this piece is the almost seamless transition of the sloped bezel to the domed sapphire crystal. IMO it wears thinner and has such a unified, solid, high quality presence on wrist because of this transition. I own an SPB185 (basically a lower level version of this SLA) whuch has a flat sapphire crystal and definitely does not feel as refined as this SLA.
In my opinion, the watch design, dial, case, and finish are excellent and deserve the price tag. Only watch snobs wouldn't consider it. But hold on, I don't consider myself a watch snob but the 2 things that aren't acceptable at this price tag are, number 1 is the movement accuracy as I expect a COSC level accuracy at this price level; number 2 is the power reserve as I expect it to be at least at 70 to match the likes of Tudor, Omega, Rolex. If Seiko put in the spring drive movement with no power reserve on the dial or a high beat with higher accuracy in this watch, I would definitely buy it. With they way it's packaged now, and at this price, I wouldn't buy it. Thanks for the vid, Rob. Happy New Year!
@@nightstalker824 I keep telling my friend if you lose the zaratsu finish, it's a 2-3k watch. It's special, it's beautiful...but it's not worth it's price tag to anyone but a fanboy for sure
If they would do one with a spring drive in this case shape/size/finishing and a bracelet... it would probably cost 10K but that would be dope AF. Jumped for the SLA043 over this because i dont love the baby blue bezel color fill but otherwise this thing seems to be perfect.
This sort of offering just further confuses folks on the brand. If the movement, finishing, etc. are such high quality, what’s the difference between this and a Grand Seiko?
@@nightstalker824 yup, you’re right. when it’s luxury goods the brand name matters. People may find it “snobby” but that’s part of the package that you’re paying for. A $6,000 Seiko’s specs/aesthetics can be found in one of their $600 offerings (seemingly).
No difference. There never was any difference they are all part of the Seiko Time Corporation the most powerful vertically integrated watch manufacturer in the world.
IMO it seems like everyone has an Omega SMP or Tudor BB58. This is a great piece to acquire to differentiate yourself from the masses. In terms of cost....spending more than $50 bucks on a watch is unnecessary.
I like the watch, especially that bezel. It has an aggressive look to it. The 4 o'clock crown mixed with the date window at 430 looks a bit odd though. Would have been wicked if it had no date at all. They will come out with a cheaper version of this watch in 3-6 months. I will buy that one.
Yes I think Seiko have taught us over the last few years that if you like a limited edition watch they put out all you have to do is wait and you will get a largely identical watch for 1000 less in 6 months to a year
This is a great watch I could sneak past my missus. I could tell her this was £400/$450 and she’d believe me but I’d have an awesome watch 😄😄 I would genuinely consider this but it’s a bit out of my price range, as nice as it is I’ll likely pick up an mm300 which are now available new for less than half of this.
It's a nice watch, I've got the sla 021 and wondering what's really the difference? The date placement, the color of the dial and almost double the price? The dial I find beautiful but I'm happy with the sla 021
For the price difference is there much of a difference in finishing between this and the 300 m Marinemaster? I'm planing on getting the blue Marinemaster this year.
Rob the insert on the MM200 is stainless steel but they use a coating that is a "Ceramic" so when it hardens you get that gloss and protection. So saying it's ceramic is accurate. Not sure why Seiko doesn't promote this more as the results are excellent.
Awesome profi look. For the price tag, it would justify more, if is more like MM300 dial tag text. This is basically similar like MM200 (X logo, and 200m). that other MM200 reduced at 4:15 has stainless steel bezel coated with Titanium black carbon if I am not mistaken. I have blue model SPB187J1
Why is this so much more expensive than the MM300. What’s the qualitative difference? I love the way it looks but that price seems ambitious considering it doesn’t even have a hi-beat or Spring Drive movement.
Yeah I agree, I’m in the market for a mm300 and love this …but the mm300 having a bracelet and being available new for half the price trumps the thinner case and nicer steel for me.
such a beautifull watch. i don't see why they made this a limited edition? its so beautifull. close to a submariner. but slightly different. i like how the plate isn't just all black. but it has this nice greyish fade to it. i love seiko
Very nice, love it, but my personal cut off point for Seiko is under £2k - I don't doubt it's quality but for over that I'm buying used Omega. Much prefer the date placement on this compared to the awful 3 position ( tho much prefer no date) I'd pick this over a Tudor anyday!! Very nice tho. Cheers 👍👍
I just picked up the 140th Anniversary Ltd edtion...big brother to your MM reduced. I think it competes directly with this watch...all the same specs but with a 300m depth rating. It's $2k cheaper and it comes on a quick adjust bracelet with the extra green rubber strap. Why would anyone want to pay an extra $2k for the SLA?
Nice to see this at 13mm thin. Why not put this in the non-limited line-up, call it the "new" MM300, price it at $3100 like the current MM300, and blow the competition away?
Yeah it almost feels like a Seiko alternative to the yachtmaster on oyster flex. It’s nice, really nice but the mm300 with bracelet and silicon strap is available new, for half what this costs. This is nicer and “more premium” but for me it’s just a bit out of my reach
Seiko should simplify their movement lineup. They have such rich history and so many iconic watches they can profit from with a historic revival line if done right. They should upgrade the 6R movement to 4Hz and also make a GMT version. Those, along with the 8R chrono would be a great base for some fantastic new watches between 1 and 3k. You'd have divers inspired by the 6217, SKX, 6215, 6105, 6309 and 6159 Tuna , Navigators inspired by the 6117 and Speedtimers inspired by the 6138/6139 . Then they can have a more affordable quartz/solar line with divers inspired by the 7548/7C43 and 7549, chronos inspired by 7A28 and so on. I'm sure there are other models they can draw inspiration from to make a killer catalogue with just a handful of pretty basic (mostly) movements. That way they can stop mudding the waters between Seiko and Grand Seiko leaving GS and their movements/offerings as a separate and more luxurious line. Can you imagine having brand new iterations of the 6105, 6117 and 6139 as a 3 watch collection for just a bit more than this SLA0055? What watch(es) would you want to have in that scenario? I'd pretty much buy most of the above in a few years. They would make so much more profit than what they are making from SLA releases. As things stand I can't even convince myself to buy the SPB151 or SPB 143 because they feel compromised releases in therms of movement and size among other things.
I have a good collection, R's, JLC, etc... but my go to watch (not blingy) is my Turtle. I want a non-flashy Seiko with a 8L35 movement, cheapest is a Uyemura with an 8L.
Just don’t get why they don’t regulate this level of seiko just because it’s not GS. Is it really that time consuming for them considering it’s hand built.
I've bought Seiko SLA025 and it had a problem, going 5 secs faster every hour, had to return it for a refund, now I do not buy any expensive Seikos anymore, I don't buy cheaper Seikos too after they released a non limited version of my last purchase, the Alpinist SPB199 LE, which I like very much, but I really hate Seiko marketing, no more new Seikos for me, thanks :)
Stunning watch with a stunning price tag. I’ve been collecting watches for a long time and I still have a hard time with price determination on many watches. In this case it’s a beautiful watch but what drives that price so high? There’s little money in that strap so is it the manhours to build the watch itself? The price seems inflated for nostalgia.
I kinda think Seiko lost their mind with that price. But I guess they have some type of marketing research that tells them that some people will buy that watch at that price.
So here's my question. I compare this one ( maybe incorrectly) to the SLA 049. Same movement, slight smaller in size but many similarities. Also a limited edition. So what makes this one $1500 more? I mean, its a beautiful looking watch but $1500 "better". what am I missing?
I'm happy with my Marinemaster 300 SLA021J bought last year brand new for 2300 Euros. Cames with braclet and rubberstrap. I'm not willed to pay extra cash just because limited edition.
I feel like they need to make the cases more different between the 8L and 6R lineups. Just isn't enough different /upgraded to justify to price hike for me. At least a different case I can't get elsewhere might tempt me a little more
I mean it's more or less a Grand Seiko right? It was made in the same house using lots of the same finishing techniques? Still, 5k? That's SOO steep. It's almost perfect...I wish it didn't have a date window at all. I mean, is this what we have to pay to have well lined up chapter rings and bezel? It's not even hi-beat. I mean I guess they're putting themselves in this price market because there's no many high end dive watches at this price point. I'm conflicted...not the first Seiko dive watch to be this expensive but I just don't see what's so special about it that should get me to spend GS money on it
Are not spend your money on... Seiko is not your department store watch anymore. They have plenty of watches under 1000 heck even 100 . This is not it not sure why all the rant don't buy it'll still sell out
Just bought this. The lum (and fat hands) are great. I like the date at 4:30. Allows for a full index at 3 o’clock. The special alloy is very nice - noticeable brighter than regular stainless steel. Bezel size and action are very nice. I don’t think it’s a ceramic insert, which is disappointing at this price point. The fit and finish are excellent. Very comfortable on the wrist - sits nicely, isn’t too heavy and the lug-to-lug makes this wear like a smaller watch. Now just have to play the movement lottery game. Wish me luck !
@@jeremiahpayne2084 Not sure it is ceramic. Not a deal breaker for me anyway. Won the movement lottery - better than the joke specs but not quite GS standards. Enjoying this watch a lot.
I think Tudor is way way over price with there ATA movement. This is a grand sieko movement hand built . Sieko has every right to go up scale the dials and cases and finishing are on par with Rolex and much nicer than Tudor finishing for sure
I bought this watch from Exquisite yesterday and received it today. The Seiko SLA line is so incredibly underrated it is ridiculous. This watch runs circles around any Tudor or Omega I have ever owned. It is just beautiful.
I also just got one and i need to tell you the truth. It is WAY better finnished than my Rolex watches!
Mad respect to Seiko for catering to every type of watch enthusiast and Seiko fan. I’m a Seiko fan myself and I’d buy this watch without hesitation if I had the money right now. To me it’s more beautiful than any Rolex or Omega and I’m sure the quality is really high as well. 5 stars in my book.
Check out the YT video by Escapement & Watch called "Seiko Crushes Rolex Submariner" where he compares this watch with the Subbie feature by feature.
Hello from France 😉 and sorry for my " english "...i saw this model this morning, in a " Seiko center" in Lille ( north of France) . It's just an amazing ! Watch , the volume of the design is just perfect on the wrist , the blue/grey dial is very deep and perfect, ok...the price is a " little" higher 😁 but when i see the price of a lot of " Diver swiss watch " with a Selitta or ETA 2892 basic , i prefer this beautiful watch
Of all the watch channel, I love yours. Crisp. To the point. So much data flowing through. Honest. And great visuals.
This is great watch. I think these will sell out fast. The size/dimensions are perfect. I don’t have an issue with the price, Seiko is making some high end pieces. Doesn’t have to just be GS labeled watches.
100% worth the price (the movement, the case, the quality finishing, the style and size,) bought one already and super happy! Got the black version (262-600)
Congrats buddy! Would be nice if it’s bracelet instead rubber
Why is the movement worth that price?
@camaro Carl Grand Seiko movement. Plus check a video SLA055 VS Rolex Submariner.
Congrats man! Does it bother you that there is no bracelet? Im kinda of a bracelet guy abut i really like the watch
@Kirby Young the only down side is the keeper. Uncomfortable and does not hold the strap in place.
Another amazing dive watch from Seiko. Luv the case design, Thanks for sharing Rob!
That watch is absolutely fabulous 👍 thanks Rob
Solves the problem of the Marine Master being too thick. Great dimensions, can't argue with that.
Great point!
It's not thick, it's big boned.
I paid $3500 for mine and it is worth every penny! Finishing on this watch is better than a Tudor and as good as an Omega or even Rolex for much less. This is a premium Seiko diver that looks amazing! I put a jubilee bracelet on it and it is now one of my favorite watches.
Where did you get a bracelet for this?
@@tomsterr1904 strapcode.
@@rayestefania3725 straight end style?
The Hardness on this watch is a huge selling feature for me! Buying a watch, and having it look new…basically forever, is a BIG DEAL. The time graphs I’ve seen are amazing. The finishes are amazing! I really like the NATO strap on this watch too. I won’t pay full retail. But I’d buy one for sure! Love the videos Rob.
Very great seiko. A superlative diver. A brand that build awesome wacth for professional use. For me number 1
The year is 2025. Seiko has released their Limited Edition teletubbies Seiko 5 range. New 10r36 movement that is 3 hertz and 40hr reserve. $4999
This is a great looking watch, I love that dial 👍
Seiko deserves respect because they are seemingly the only brand that caters to nearly every level of watch enthusiast. I can't think of any other company that has such a wide range. However, I'm not really on board with these "high end" Prospex watches. GS movements, GS level of finishing, GS price. Why not just call it a GS? Just confusing.
Because the small number of people who buy this are true seiko fans and wont buy a gs DIVER. Seiko has diver history. GS no.
I think I’d rather have a Seiko than a GS, I’ve never been a fan of the GS logo or name on the dials.
@@EscapementWatch 100%
I prefer this Dive seiko to the GS diver that’s more than double the price. I think this is good value. I’m just going to get one. I’ve got a Daytona and omega seamaster but they’ve got no soul or heart like seiko
@@APBCTechnique it's better than the MM200(SPB) finishing and movement wise and wears better than the MM300. It's almost the perfect Seiko diver
I love this watch. The SLA line watches that i have had in hand are super nice and seem high quality to me. The finish and case designs ate some if the best you can get. If i was in the market for a 4000 dollar watch i think this watch would be worth it.
Great video Rob! Thanks for all that you do!
That's a really sweet watch right there! I'd buy it 😝
There he is! I bet you would haha
@@Nefville Haha Hey Nef! 😉
Stunning timepiece. I have many different levels of Seiko divers and I wouldn’t pay anywhere near that price for what it is. It most certainly needs an 8L55 movement to start with.
Gorgeous piece 👍. Love what Seiko has done with it. My first thought after you mentioned the price was I might be closer at this point to getting an Omega Seamaster for about the same price (since I've never owned one). I've owned Seiko's since '73. Until the mid-2000's, I had only owned 3 non-Seiko watches.
If you think about it; this is ingenious on Seiko's part. They're very methodical & don't rush into anything. I see them tweaking (enhancements/improvements) Grand Seiko then pricing them to the next level.
That’s a good looking watch. I like the case shape and finishing.
I love this watch. I have 2 friends that have picked one up. I would strongly consider a used one someday.
Exactly! Give it a few months. 😁
@@vitaboost don,t think so... with that pricetag and 1300 pieces.. also there is his brother the SLA057 With 600 pieces But Yess This one goes sellout soon...
Yeah a used one would be nice. These are some of the best types of watches to get used because most people won’t wear one everyday. I may pick a used one up as well
That "Ever Brilliant" steel is one reason for the big price jump over other high end Seiko divers.
Just bought it!! Just an incredible time piece. Many would pay £1000’s more if it had a Swiss name to it. As a seiko fan boy I’m delighted to have it and for others to have no idea how high end it is simply because it’s not Swiss.
Congratulations on your purchase of this rare icon. I love the SLA055 more than the Most Covetted MARINE MASTER 300. The dimensions on the SLA is perfect for most wrist sizes. My watch collection is valued at 6000 USD and am seriously considering selling them all and buy 1)SLA055 2)TUNA QUARTZ 300M and 3)ALPINIST. Am 45years old and I am opting for quality over Quantity. All the best bro. Greetings from USA 🇺🇸
@@1malikalik I’m going to buy it this week. I’ve compared it to the GS Diver and the SLA055 is much better - better than a submariner and Tudor - sell your watches up & get one 👍
@@APBCTechnique I agree 👍. Congratulations on your purchase of the SLA055 and may you live to enjoy it. God bless
@@APBCTechnique jup my sub is a loser in comparison with my sla055.. its true. The finnish is on a totally different level.
I have one.. i like it cuz it looks like a $350 prospect and no one pays attention 😂
The sla line is stunning! I have the sla021 and sla033 and they are both absolutely beautiful! I would definitely consider this for around $3400 which you can find second hand under $4000
Thank you for this review. Reminds me of SLA017
Very very nice... How I wish it was their spring drive in it like some of their LX.
Not for me, but yes, this will appeal to the collectors or people that only love Seiko watches. It's ok for a company to do a little bit of fanboy service.
Well said.
Its appealing to me, and Im not a seiko fanboy. Seems a bit expensive, but considering its well made and is limited I can understand it. If I had $4,000 laying around Id consider this watch along with many other over priced watches.
@@richardwhatley6505 yeah , funny how people think a 4000 dollar Tudor is better than this seiko and not overpriced but this is. Just show how people dont understand
I think this watch is worth it! I have the SLA043 which is $4500 and it's great. The brushing is next level and is definitely accentuated by the bright look of the Ever Brilliant steel. Every 8L35 I've had runs at COSC levels. I personally prefer the 043 and this watch to the standard Omega SMP 300. Movement and name on the dial are the only clear advantages the SMP has imo. Actually let my SMP 300 and BB58 go while the 043 remains. Do your self a favor and check these out!!
The problem is exclaiming that in your experience the 8L has run within COSC. It should, it’s $4500. This should be an expectation, not a surprise. There are COSC certified watches for 1/10th the price. Yet it is a surprise, because we know how Seikos vary. Personally I’ve had probably 15 6r (15 and 35) and none of them have run within COSC. Some of those watches were >$1k.
That said if I had $100k in my watch box I’d probably have one 8L.
The one &L I had ran at 15 seconds fast per day, I wasn’t impressed.. I really liked the watch though. On the other hand my 6r15 is 15 seconds fast after a month lol. Seiko just needs to regulate their movements.
Accuracy isn't a huge deal to me personally. At higher price points, I'm much more interested in levels of finishing and bezel action. These watches deliver that and then some!
Rob and Seiko same old Story in the new year lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 happy new year rob 👌😎👍
I’m guessing I’m a fanboy. I have a 6309 I bought in the USN PX in Naples in 1978. It rarely left my wrist for a punishing 3.5 year stint in the #3 engine room of USS Forrestal and 13 years in a Hospital boiler room after that. It’s a safe queen now but its still running strong on a winder and made a couple hundred dives to 130’ . I gifted myself a SLA057 that arrives this Friday.
Well done sir!
This looks like a very well made, handsome watch and being a Seiko limited edition, it will probably sell out, despite the price tag.
Something underrated & worth noting about this piece is the almost seamless transition of the sloped bezel to the domed sapphire crystal. IMO it wears thinner and has such a unified, solid, high quality presence on wrist because of this transition. I own an SPB185 (basically a lower level version of this SLA) whuch has a flat sapphire crystal and definitely does not feel as refined as this SLA.
In my opinion, the watch design, dial, case, and finish are excellent and deserve the price tag. Only watch snobs wouldn't consider it. But hold on, I don't consider myself a watch snob but the 2 things that aren't acceptable at this price tag are, number 1 is the movement accuracy as I expect a COSC level accuracy at this price level; number 2 is the power reserve as I expect it to be at least at 70 to match the likes of Tudor, Omega, Rolex. If Seiko put in the spring drive movement with no power reserve on the dial or a high beat with higher accuracy in this watch, I would definitely buy it. With they way it's packaged now, and at this price, I wouldn't buy it. Thanks for the vid, Rob. Happy New Year!
The price would be closer to 6k for Spring Drive given the cost of other spring drive divers
@@nightstalker824 I keep telling my friend if you lose the zaratsu finish, it's a 2-3k watch. It's special, it's beautiful...but it's not worth it's price tag to anyone but a fanboy for sure
@@nightstalker824 I am a fan boy but I won’t buy it!! I ll stick with my SLA021! Thanks
If they would do one with a spring drive in this case shape/size/finishing and a bracelet... it would probably cost 10K but that would be dope AF. Jumped for the SLA043 over this because i dont love the baby blue bezel color fill but otherwise this thing seems to be perfect.
This sort of offering just further confuses folks on the brand. If the movement, finishing, etc. are such high quality, what’s the difference between this and a Grand Seiko?
The exact reason that I wony buy neither Seiko nor GS (but a cool watch none the less - with an indentity crisis😳).
@@flemmingsorensen5470 haha yeah they’re certainly blurring the lines.
@@nightstalker824 yup, you’re right. when it’s luxury goods the brand name matters. People may find it “snobby” but that’s part of the package that you’re paying for. A $6,000 Seiko’s specs/aesthetics can be found in one of their $600 offerings (seemingly).
No difference. There never was any difference they are all part of the Seiko Time Corporation the most powerful vertically integrated watch manufacturer in the world.
@@bernardolhgc well if there’s no difference, why would I ever buy a Grand Seiko?
Stunning watch. Sadly, can no afford right now. 😢
Beautiful!
I would love to have one.
IMO it seems like everyone has an Omega SMP or Tudor BB58. This is a great piece to acquire to differentiate yourself from the masses. In terms of cost....spending more than $50 bucks on a watch is unnecessary.
But everybody has a seiko too.
@@mttqll8623 True...but not a $4k Seiko.
@@TennesseeMike And these are limited so there's that. Unlikely you'll see this watch on someone else in public
Very nice timepiece
Not sure if you found out or not, but since you asked, the bezel insert on this model is indeed real ceramic.
Good looking watch (especially that blue dial color) with a great size for my 7.5” wrist, but prefer other watches at that price point.
I like the watch, especially that bezel. It has an aggressive look to it. The 4 o'clock crown mixed with the date window at 430 looks a bit odd though. Would have been wicked if it had no date at all. They will come out with a cheaper version of this watch in 3-6 months. I will buy that one.
Yes I think Seiko have taught us over the last few years that if you like a limited edition watch they put out all you have to do is wait and you will get a largely identical watch for 1000 less in 6 months to a year
can't wait to see the new SLA055 brother, the SLA073...
Nice specs! would pair well with my SLA037
This is a great watch I could sneak past my missus. I could tell her this was £400/$450 and she’d believe me but I’d have an awesome watch 😄😄
I would genuinely consider this but it’s a bit out of my price range, as nice as it is I’ll likely pick up an mm300 which are now available new for less than half of this.
It's great. In any way lesser then breitling, oris or any other entry level luxury brand. 100% worth the price.
I'd say at about 43mm, Seiko makes solid modern full-size divers in that range.
It's a nice watch, I've got the sla 021 and wondering what's really the difference?
The date placement, the color of the dial and almost double the price?
The dial I find beautiful but I'm happy with the sla 021
For the price difference is there much of a difference in finishing between this and the 300 m Marinemaster? I'm planing on getting the blue Marinemaster this year.
Rob the insert on the MM200 is stainless steel but they use a coating that is a "Ceramic" so when it hardens you get that gloss and protection. So saying it's ceramic is accurate. Not sure why Seiko doesn't promote this more as the results are excellent.
For that price you'd think they would at least print "Grand" in front of "Seiko"😄
I love that it isn’t grand seiko though. If you like divers, you a prospex. This watch along with the LX line is for the true fans.
Awesome profi look.
For the price tag, it would justify more, if is more like MM300 dial tag text. This is basically similar like MM200 (X logo, and 200m).
that other MM200 reduced at 4:15 has stainless steel bezel coated with Titanium black carbon if I am not mistaken. I have blue model SPB187J1
This watch is fire
Why is this so much more expensive than the MM300. What’s the qualitative difference? I love the way it looks but that price seems ambitious considering it doesn’t even have a hi-beat or Spring Drive movement.
Yeah I agree, I’m in the market for a mm300 and love this …but the mm300 having a bracelet and being available new for half the price trumps the thinner case and nicer steel for me.
such a beautifull watch. i don't see why they made this a limited edition?
its so beautifull. close to a submariner. but slightly different. i like how the plate isn't just all black. but it has this nice greyish fade to it.
i love seiko
That’s nice !
Very nice, love it, but my personal cut off point for Seiko is under £2k - I don't doubt it's quality but for over that I'm buying used Omega.
Much prefer the date placement on this compared to the awful 3 position ( tho much prefer no date)
I'd pick this over a Tudor anyday!!
Very nice tho. Cheers 👍👍
Absolutely. Omega all day long at this price point.
super super nice watch.... better than a Rolex sub !! Walks the floor with Tudor and Omega, this is a Rolex killer. It is even better in the flesh.
I like it👍
I just picked up the 140th Anniversary Ltd edtion...big brother to your MM reduced. I think it competes directly with this watch...all the same specs but with a 300m depth rating. It's $2k cheaper and it comes on a quick adjust bracelet with the extra green rubber strap. Why would anyone want to pay an extra $2k for the SLA?
Fantastic watch! Same case as the SPB185 etc. want to know how to get those braided straps though!
Just the 904 steel and GS like polishing.
i spit my drink out when he said $4000! thats a lot of cash for a slightly fancier SKX
Nice to see this at 13mm thin. Why not put this in the non-limited line-up, call it the "new" MM300, price it at $3100 like the current MM300, and blow the competition away?
Great watch. I agree with your comment.
Good point. Seems like their really trying to move upmarket, and quickly.
That is exactly what I think they will do in about 6 months.
Yeah it almost feels like a Seiko alternative to the yachtmaster on oyster flex. It’s nice, really nice but the mm300 with bracelet and silicon strap is available new, for half what this costs. This is nicer and “more premium” but for me it’s just a bit out of my reach
I traded my Tudor BB Burgandy for this watch and love everything about it.
Seiko should simplify their movement lineup. They have such rich history and so many iconic watches they can profit from with a historic revival line if done right. They should upgrade the 6R movement to 4Hz and also make a GMT version. Those, along with the 8R chrono would be a great base for some fantastic new watches between 1 and 3k. You'd have divers inspired by the 6217, SKX, 6215, 6105, 6309 and 6159 Tuna , Navigators inspired by the 6117 and Speedtimers inspired by the 6138/6139 . Then they can have a more affordable quartz/solar line with divers inspired by the 7548/7C43 and 7549, chronos inspired by 7A28 and so on. I'm sure there are other models they can draw inspiration from to make a killer catalogue with just a handful of pretty basic (mostly) movements. That way they can stop mudding the waters between Seiko and Grand Seiko leaving GS and their movements/offerings as a separate and more luxurious line. Can you imagine having brand new iterations of the 6105, 6117 and 6139 as a 3 watch collection for just a bit more than this SLA0055? What watch(es) would you want to have in that scenario? I'd pretty much buy most of the above in a few years. They would make so much more profit than what they are making from SLA releases. As things stand I can't even convince myself to buy the SPB151 or SPB 143 because they feel compromised releases in therms of movement and size among other things.
I have a good collection, R's, JLC, etc... but my go to watch (not blingy) is my Turtle. I want a non-flashy Seiko with a 8L35 movement, cheapest is a Uyemura with an 8L.
The mm200 metal band would fit to SLA055?
Does anyone know the answer?
plz.. somebody tell me ....
No way… It’s nice… It’s $1700 nice! No way I’m buying this over a Tudor black bay, A Pelagos, Or an Omega Seamaster 300 professional!
Does this price disgust me ? Yes.....do I want one?....yes...lol
Too expensive but great camera upgrade, loving the 4k and HDR. Excellent upgrade for the channel 👌
Sweet!
really like it… Seiko and G-Shock are still the Kings.
Just don’t get why they don’t regulate this level of seiko just because it’s not GS. Is it really that time consuming for them considering it’s hand built.
I tried calling Nick as suggested, and a recording says the wireless customer is not available.
If only it had an open case back 🥺
I've bought Seiko SLA025 and it had a problem, going 5 secs faster every hour, had to return it for a refund, now I do not buy any expensive Seikos anymore, I don't buy cheaper Seikos too after they released a non limited version of my last purchase, the Alpinist SPB199 LE, which I like very much, but I really hate Seiko marketing, no more new Seikos for me, thanks :)
Completely random but ,something that is weird with this video, is it somehow changes my contraste level on my Android 🤨🧐???
I think I would like it more then the bb58
Woot woot 👍🏼🇺🇸
Stunning watch with a stunning price tag. I’ve been collecting watches for a long time and I still have a hard time with price determination on many watches. In this case it’s a beautiful watch but what drives that price so high? There’s little money in that strap so is it the manhours to build the watch itself? The price seems inflated for nostalgia.
I kinda think Seiko lost their mind with that price. But I guess they have some type of marketing research that tells them that some people will buy that watch at that price.
Seiko will most likely continue to plot the date at 4/4:30 due to a recent change in ISO standards that dictate lume at 3 o'clock.
So here's my question. I compare this one ( maybe incorrectly) to the SLA 049. Same movement, slight smaller in size but many similarities. Also a limited edition. So what makes this one $1500 more? I mean, its a beautiful looking watch but $1500 "better". what am I missing?
Ever Brilliant Steel case on the SLA055 vs. Stainless steel case with super-hard coating on SLA049.
Yes
Divers hit the sweet spot.
I'm happy with my Marinemaster 300 SLA021J bought last year brand new for 2300 Euros. Cames with braclet and rubberstrap. I'm not willed to pay extra cash just because limited edition.
I feel like they need to make the cases more different between the 8L and 6R lineups. Just isn't enough different /upgraded to justify to price hike for me. At least a different case I can't get elsewhere might tempt me a little more
If it says GS on it, there would be no problem
Thats crazy
Nice watch. I wish it was around 38-39mm.
I mean it's more or less a Grand Seiko right? It was made in the same house using lots of the same finishing techniques? Still, 5k? That's SOO steep. It's almost perfect...I wish it didn't have a date window at all. I mean, is this what we have to pay to have well lined up chapter rings and bezel? It's not even hi-beat. I mean I guess they're putting themselves in this price market because there's no many high end dive watches at this price point. I'm conflicted...not the first Seiko dive watch to be this expensive but I just don't see what's so special about it that should get me to spend GS money on it
Are not spend your money on... Seiko is not your department store watch anymore. They have plenty of watches under 1000 heck even 100 . This is not it not sure why all the rant don't buy it'll still sell out
10:43 - "BEAUTIFUL WATCH".
This is a great looking watch. I just want that bezel on the newer mm200 to save 3k$
Gorgeous looking watch but it’s overpriced…….
Seiko SLA0055 - Bro, knock off one zero!
Would like to see Seiko using this "white steel" on more of their models
These steels are cheap too.
@@ShardsOfNarsil haha, you guys never happy! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Just bought this. The lum (and fat hands) are great. I like the date at 4:30. Allows for a full index at 3 o’clock. The special alloy is very nice - noticeable brighter than regular stainless steel. Bezel size and action are very nice. I don’t think it’s a ceramic insert, which is disappointing at this price point. The fit and finish are excellent. Very comfortable on the wrist - sits nicely, isn’t too heavy and the lug-to-lug makes this wear like a smaller watch. Now just have to play the movement lottery game. Wish me luck !
I’m sure you’ve been informed by now that the bezel is in fact ceramic.
@@jeremiahpayne2084 Not sure it is ceramic. Not a deal breaker for me anyway. Won the movement lottery - better than the joke specs but not quite GS standards. Enjoying this watch a lot.
OMG I rather an OMEGA! I love cheesey SKELETON HAND SETS and a slow jagged sweep of 25,200 VPH!
Waaaayyyyy too expensive. I’d buy a Tudor for that price. Wow.
…but thanks for showing us that piece.
I think Tudor is way way over price with there ATA movement. This is a grand sieko movement hand built . Sieko has every right to go up scale the dials and cases and finishing are on par with Rolex and much nicer than Tudor finishing for sure
You mean Thats Tudor is nicer? Lool Tudor brand for Lemmings.