The Seiko SPB143 / SBDC101 Full Review Grail Watch
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*Correction - Rolex formally launched the Submariner in 1953 with the reference 6204*
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Seriously, one of the best watch reviews I have seen on youtube! Not arrogant or bias! I am not a Seiko guy but your review makes me think twice about it. Keep up the good work! Merry Christmas 🎄
Thank you so much and Merry Christmas 🎄 to you as well 🙏
The SPB143 is well worth it! I love mine!!
Great stuff Miguel! You’ve made me want one of these! I was always put off by the initial anniversary MAS 62 with the case size but this looks soooo good!!!!!
Thanks for the support brother. This really is an incredible price and it fits so good compared to the other Seiko divers! Take care my man!
Great review. Cinematography is excellent. Seiko needs to keep on top of their quality control if they want to compete with other watches in this price range.
Thank you and agree.
Miguel this review was absolutely next level!!! Covered everything from the amazing dialogue, detail, and footage. I was sold in this piece already but even more sold on it as a piece in the future if it’s around. Heard the demand is crazy high now. Thanks for the work you put into your vids they are truly a pleasure to watch!
Jeremy, Thank you so much for the support and the kind words. This piece is definitely in demand, but it’s a must have in any collector’s collection. Stay safe my man!
@@SoCalWatchReviews My pleasure and stay safe as well!!
Possibly the best watch review ever made. Absolute art.
Very kind, thank you 🙏 ❤️
This is without doubt the best watch review I've ever seen 💚💚💚
Wow thank you 🙏
Enjoyed every minute of this review! This is my daily watch- absolute gem!
Thank you 🙏 and this watch is so good!
The first time I saw it I knew I had to have it. Well, I am a proud owner of this watch now. Love it!
Massive congrats!!
same same bit the bullet on the gilt version
This is such a beautiful watch. Thank you for an awesome review Miguel 😊👍
Agree and thank you!
👏well done review my friend! Love it! The production on this is top notch! The watch is amazing! Just love everything about this, Grats on the new watch! 😎🍻👍
Thanks man! Your support is always appreciated! #yogahands
This is definitely one of the most beautiful dive watches I’ve seen. This and the teal Mido Ocean Star Tribute. The only two divers I’d pay over $250 for.
In the metal it looks even more beautiful! Thanks for watching!
Killed it bro! Your transitions, details, all 🔥🔥🔥. This watch is worth every penny! I'm glad you agree with me now lol when it comes to Seiko and its price points ha ha. Awesome review and job! Keep it up Miguel!
😂 thanks Omar 🙏
I now own this piece and couldn't agree with you more. So glad I found your channel!
Huge congrats 👏
2 min into the video and I am already wondering why this channel has only 2k subscribers. *subscribed*
I wonder the same 😂. Thank you for watching 🙏
Excellent review, photography/ video is beautiful, great presentation. I bought the same watch and I love it.
Thank you and massive congrats to you!
Congrats again on adding this to the collection. Great pick up👍
Thank you my friend!
Very good insight and review .leaning to get one of these as a work tool .Rolex isnt for me but this looks great and would be ideal and alternative .Super vid again
Thank you 🙏
Awesome review on the SPB143. I like your honest opinion. Yes, I think this will scratch the Sub itch too.
Thank you 🙏
picked up the 140th anniversary version of this piece. Great piece!
Very nice! Congrats man!
Awesome review. Simply beautiful. Please do more reviews like this one!
Thank you 🙏
Great in depth review!
Thank you my friend! 🙏
5 months into owning it and it’s my favorite looking watch.
Over 1 year of owning it and still one of my favorites! Thank you 🙏 for watching!
I am not going to lie, your review did influence my purchase. I would love to try the artem strap but I can’t justify the high asking pirce. Fab review!
Thank you 🙏 for the support and the SPB143 is an amazing watch! Artem straps are definitely not cheap, but well worth the $!
I fell in love with the SPB143 after trying it on & vowed to get one. Just about that time, Long Island Watch came out with their 62MAS-inspired Northport Islander line. Well, I got the ISL-154 black/grey combo & I am absolutely in love with it. Hits all of the 62MAS notes I wanted & is superior in every way, except lacking the sunburst grey dial (and SEIKO logo). Nevertheless, maybe someday I will return to get the real deal
Nice 👏 and thank you for the support!
Great review, thank you. I will look at your other videos.
Thank you 🙏 for your support ❤️
For some reason the more i look at this the more i see Tudor Pelagos, so not bad company to be in at all. Seiko seems to have been pushing the Prospex upmarket but it's good to see they're putting some solid work & engineering behind it. Great video bro
Man this Watch is so nice in the metal! I know paying over 1K for a Seiko seems crazy, but this watch it totally worth it! Thanks for the continued support Fred!
I agree Pelagos vibes without the Pelagos bulk or price, this watch is a winner.
Great review, I love this watch. Like you, I agree that this classic style could address my submariner desire. The reason I like the sub is that it is has a classic style and build quality. However I have a Sarx035 and a Laurel Alpinist and for my humble needs and wants the quality is quite good.
Thank you brother and that SARX is beautiful ❤️
Phenomenal watch bro I know how excited you are to have this watch congratulations my man and a great 👍🏿 review!
Thank you P!! Over the moon with this one 😊
Great review! Very detailed and love the watch
Thank you 🙏
Man, very appealing and professional presentation.
Thank you 🙏
OUTSTANDING, thanks!
Thank you 🙏
A fantastic review man! Well done 👍
Thank you 🙏 so much brother!
Gorgeous watch. I went with the SPB207 but i had a really hard time deciding between that and the 143.
Thank you and congrats!
Hello,
I have the Seiko SPB 143 and it is a beautiful watch
I have had many Seiko but this in the end what I was looking for in terms of design size is a watch that suits me perfectly.
And it also has perfect proportions which in Seiko was something that was missing.
I also like the bracelet a lot, it has a muscular look
I would improve the Seiko diving extension, which I think is the weak point for the comfort.
it also has a vintage look and a very good quality of execution. Very happy with this watch.
Regards from Spain
Thank you so much for the support and congrats on owning this beautiful piece. Cuídate hermano.
@@SoCalWatchReviews igualmente, un abrazo
Awesome review Miguel!
Thank you 🙏
Best video yet Miguel!
Thank you brother, I’m trying to step it up a little. You have been a true inspiration for me!
Great review! You’re upping your game too! Nice!
Thank you 🙏
Bought this watch a few day's ago and absoulelty love it! Get it before it's gone and the supplies dry up with prices going up and up.
Congrats and agree!
It’s actually the opposite. This watch’s price is gonna go down not up.
@@remycris2108 We will have to wait and see mate.
Great purchase! I have a Rolex Submariner as well as the SPB143. I honestly prefer the SPB143.
There is something special about the look and feel of this watch.
Have it since Friday. This is absolute badass!
Congrats man 👏
Awesome piece with a great history. I think the 62 mas has to be one of the best looking dive watches out there.
Congrats on your new piece in the collection.👍
Oh almost forgot, pin & collar!!! Ugh not a big deal but come on seiko! 😁
Great review.
Thank you for the support my friend 🙏
The SPB143 is Tyrone Clean!
Great Video!! Didn’t think that the SPB143 is such a Strap-Queen 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you 🙏 for watching!
I adore the look and specs of this watch. For the relatively high cost, I think they should include a better movement and improve the fit of the endlinks. And if I really want to get picky, I wish the bracelet tapered to 18mm. And a signed crown would be nice. Great video!
I feel like Seiko could have done more as well, but honestly the watch is so good looking that I forgive Seiko. Thank you for watching!
@@SoCalWatchReviews can you confirm the width at the clasp? Your video says it tapers slightly from the 20mm lugs but then ends up back at 20mm at the clasp ends…but online specs indicate a standard 20mm to 18mm taper.
@@jimclip2012 it goes from 20mm to 18mm and then back to 20mm at the clasp!
@@SoCalWatchReviews is it 20mm for the bracelet links just before they go into the clasp, or is the clasp itself 20mm?
@@jimclip2012 the bracelet link go from 20mm to 18mm and the clasp is 20mm
Great review as always, man (Finally got around to watching)
I was going to mention the Submariner launch date but I saw your video description 😄
Congrats again man, so happy for you!!
Thank you for the support my man!
nice review.....my understanding was that seiko were inspired for their first dive watch in 1965 by the Jean Richard aqua star a popular late 50s divers watch from the Geneva based company.
Thanks for watching and the info!
hermoso reloj, gracias por mostrarlo, saludos Miguel
Gracias Sergio 🙏
Did really look forward to this review bro, it’s quite a beautiful diver. Thanks for the update, keep up the good work 👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you brother!
Beautiful photography
Thank you 🙏
Looks pretty good. I need a Seiko in my collection.
This really is the only Seiko you need. Thanks for your support!
Seiko is one of the best watch brands on the planet. Whatever your budget is, you can buy a quality Seiko watch and wear with pride. I own a kinetic and a solar seiko, one over 12 years and both are still going strong and still accurate. Respect to Seiko !
Great comment!!
Very true..
Very nice review.👍next to my collection 💯🙏
Thank you 🙏 and good luck!
Great review!
Thank you 🙏!!
your voice is very soothing. well done review
Thank you 🙏
I ordered this two days ago and can't wait to wear it!
Congrats!!!
how's your watch?
@@kyu3001 it’s awesome, working like a champ!
Bought it, love it, looking forward next color.
Massive congrats 👏
This one is definitely a keeper!
Agree! Thanks for watching!
Great shots. Amazing review. Liked, commented, subscribed and notifications turned ON!
I should add that I own this watch. I bought it a few months ago after seeing it on Hodinkee. I connected with my local watch shop and they just happened to have ONE. I swiped it immediately, and I haven't been able to take it off since. I usually wear it with a NATO strap, but don't hesitate to put on the bracelet whenever I am dressing up. I have smaller wrists, but the watch sits comfortably on it. I happened to land on your review and it completely captures my feelings for it too. Thanks for the wonderful content. I can't wait to see what other watches you inspire me to try.
Wow thank you 🙏 ❤️
I will 100% be diving with this watch.
Nice to hear!! Someone will actually use a tool watch as a tool! 👏
That’s awesome!!
@@SoCalWatchReviews it's awesome as a desk diver too. I can attest to that. 😂
I was just going to buy another rolex to ad to my collection till i seen this here seiko this watch is so amazing i Dont need it i want this beautiful thing and to be honest its way better looking than it big brother grand seiko its a classy looking and just elegant watch all the way looks better than the tudor black bay nice vid thanks
Agree and thank you for the support!
Great review Miguel, congratulations on acquiring this awesome timepiece!
Thank you 🙏 for your support Aviv 😊
Would it be of good news to you if you knew the president of SEIKO USA walks around with his SPB143. I bought mine last Monday and I'm loving it. Great review. Wear it in good health bro!
I can see how the president would rock this beauty!! I can’t take mine off the wrist!!
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This is the link to the video. Enjoy!
@@kikomachine8276 🙏
Lovely review 👍 I got the spb149...but looking at this video made want the 143😅
Thank you and congrats on your SPB!!
Awesome watch. I just found out in your Spanish channel that lugs are "orejetas" . That sounds funny LOL
😂 I know right !!
Hi, is the sailcloth from Artem with quick release spring bar?
Do you find any jiggle fitting into SPB143 because of the thinner bar and smaller tip?
Thanks
Hello, yes this is the quick release one and it fits perfect! Thank you for watching!
(6:40) “…I’m just that careful with my watches.” I’d like to point out that retaining the caseback sticker does the exact opposite. It states on the very first page of the instruction manual: “If your watch has a protective film for preventing scratches, make sure to peel it off before using the watch. If the watch is used with the film on it, dirt, sweat, dust, or moisture may be attached to the film and may cause rust.”
The sticker was removed after the filming of this video. Thank you for your concern.
Loved the watch but wasn't spending 1200 for it, after holding out for a little while I was able to purchase it brand new for 900. I believe that is its true price range and where the value truly stands.
Nice man!! I picked mine up for $1,050 new!
@@SoCalWatchReviews yeah there are deals to be had
I will most certainly be diving with this watch :)
Very nice 👏 thank you 🙏 for watching!
Based on looks alone this watch is one of the best looking dive watches out at the moment at any price point. This watch scratches the Pelagos and the Submariner itch. Good review.
Agree 100%
I have an SPB143 on my wrist right now, and I absolutely love it. Fights above its price point like a lot of Seiko's. But it is not a "grail watch" by any means.
The SPB143 is one of my forever watches and IMHO one of the best Seiko watches ever created! Thank you for the support 👍🏼
For some people it might be.
It all depends upon your budget. It’s a 1200$ watch. For some that’s a lot of money to spend on a watch so it’s their grail
As an owner of the SPB213J1 140th Anniversary version I congratulate and salute you Sir. Classic styling, modern touches and just all round value and goodness.
Congrats, that’s a beautiful piece and thank you 🙏!!
Love this range, they manage to be both tool watches and very smart at the same time, subtle but really clever design. Very tempted by the brown and gilt version
Thanks for watching and I agree they killed it with this line! Best of luck to you!
Mine just arrived at the dealer I should have it in 2 days can't wait
Congrats!!
Great review, but like so many others you have missed that the handset is only partially brushed. One side is, one side is not.
Yup you’re right, I definitely forgot to mention that. Thank you for watching!
Unfortunately Hi I got this watch ,my first diver ever what a beauty, however I have damaged very first threading on crown tube. It’s screwing unscrewing perfectly fine. Will it cause issue in long term ? Or I should get it repaired right away. Please guide
I would say to exchange the watch if you have the opportunity. Otherwise get it repaired for piece of mind!
Reviews like this keep blowing me in the direction of buying this watch.
Thank you 🙏 for the support and I highly recommend you buy this watch!
Going to pick one up in about a week!
So happy for you!! Early congrats!! 🍾
It's beautiful, no wonder it's so popular today!
It’s so beautiful!
mm300 real grail watch
As much as I want one, I want a different dial for it...something like a marinemaster dial. I think I'll get one and figure out the dial dilemma afterwards.
With the popularity of this model, I wouldn’t be surprised if Seiko introduced different dial variations. Thank you 🙏 for watching!
Agreed about the pricing point. People complain that this is too expensive. I argue that Seiko's older watches were too cheap! They need to raise prices to achieve the same luxury status as Swiss manufacturers. Leave the $200-$300 to Citizen and the likes.
Well said my man and thank you for watching!
i have the same feeling. Its not the brand, its the esthetics :)
Thank you for watching !!
You’re killing me. I’m trying to save for a grail and your video is feeding my temptations. The grail may just have to wait. 😊. Great job on the review! Thanks
😂 thank you for the support 🙏
Great video. I have one ! What is the black nylon watch strap with white stitching please?
Thank you 🙏 and it’s an Artem sailcloth strap!
Excellent review. I am very close to buying one. May I ask, what is your wrist size?
Thank you and my wrist size is 6 7/8” best of luck to you!
I'm not sure if anyone else already touched on this but, the first Submariner was not released in 1965, it was released (I believe) in 1954. Seriously though, great video!
Hey man thank you and yes a lot of people brought that up to my attention. The correct information is in the description of the video. Thank you for watching!
Very nice watch. My first Swiss watch is the Omega sea master bought 20 yrs ago at $1500. Same specs as this Seiko except that my watch keeps + 3sec a day. My watch new is about 4K. Considering this the Seiko is a good value. Do you think a watch smith can increase its accuracy?
Perhaps, but I personally don’t wear my watches to tell time that’s what I have my cell for. For me is about the looks and also about how it feels on the wrist! Congrats on that Omega is a hell of a watch.
@@SoCalWatchReviews I am old school but a good part of what you pay for in a pricey watch is inside. The performance of the movement!
@@vicg5323 true, but some people are obsessed with accuracy. I’m cool with anything 10+ / 10- seconds per day 😊
the full lumed minute hand looks very cool, like a laser sword
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Best watch of 2020.
Agree! Thank you 🙏 for watching !
Nice watch!!
Thank you 🙏
Stunning intro
Thank you 🙏
Was at the seiko retailer this morning with intention to buy SPB143J1 but with my wrist being 8.25” it seems a bit too small. What are my options now? Dose seiko made any watch similar to SPB143J1 in 43-45mm? Thank you
Thank you 🙏 for watching and try these:
SPB237J1
SLA051J1
SPB191J1
@@SoCalWatchReviews Thank you very much I will look into them.
@@SoCalWatchReviews SPB191J1 excellent
Great video. Can you name the straps in this video ?
Thank you, the straps are in the description!
im planning to buy this when i visit the seiko shop in frankfurt very soon
Nice 👍🏼
The best watchmaker of the world ! How control the gift of time...richt or poor... all materials...Only SEIKO!!!
Love that! Thank you 🙏 for watching!
this is the NICEST looking seiko I'm my opinion. it's a little expensive. but, It is very mariner like. The position of the crown, The 12 o clock, the hands. it's very prestigious. i will never go buy a budget watch. I would rather a real seiko, than a fake rolex or a invictus/etc. I planom buying a 3 watch collection and thus will be my first diver. I heard negative things about the bracelet. bit it doesn't matter. I really like the specs. the fact that it has a saphire crystal, uh. I love it! I think it has a screw down crown, but I'm not worried if it doesn't.
This watch is epic and I agree with what you said. Thank you for watching!
1:15 The Submariner wasn't first introduced in 1965. The first reference, 6204, was released in 1953. The Submariner date, the "red submariner" reference 1680, was released in 1966.
Yup caught that after the video was up. I left the correct info in the description of the video FYI.
Best quality watch to keep you under the radar at any income bracket.
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I have the SPB 149 with the Blue Strap. 😍
Nice!!
Great review. But I think you were comparing 6r35 with 6r35 ?
Yeah typo on my end. Thank you 🙏 for watching.
As a watch collector, this Seiko is really pushing the value/specifications meter to a new level Glad to see a mild clasp and a more manageable dial size. The movement is getting better though it is not high beat. Nice review!
Thank you 🙏
I enjoy your videos very much but your initial comment about the submariner confused me a bit. It’s your grail but it’s got nothing to do with the branding? If that’s the case then you needn’t spend x amount on a Rolex submariner when you can buy almost identical homages. I would love to own a 1016 explorer but not just because of the aesthetics (otherwise there are enough homages out there) but it’s equally important to me that it has so much history to it.
Thanks for watching. Branding clearly plays a factor, but it’s not the reason I like the watch. Also I love the watch because of the quality built and just overall the Watch is great IMHO. Therefore an homage watch would not do it for me. It’s hard to explain, but at the end of the day I hope to own that watch at some point!
Which one i should pick up sbdc101 or sbdc127 hard choice need help please
For me is an easy choice - SBDC101
@@SoCalWatchReviews thanks my wrist size is 7inches 18cm it should fit perfectly 🙂