Seiko SARB035 Japanese Domestic Market 38mm Watch Review: The Spirit of Seiko’s Past

Watch Dan reviews The Seiko SARB035-a spirit of Seiko’s past when they used to go above and beyond making excellent watches that were unique and affordable. They had more character than they do now for 1/3 the price. Enjoy!
Seiko SARB035 Japanese Domestic Model
38 mm case width
44.5mm lug to lug
11.5mm thick
100M water resistant
Push/pull crown
128 grams (1 link removed)
20mm lug width tapers to 18mm
18.5mm clasp width
+12 seconds per day (no regulation)
Caliber 6R15D Seiko movement
40 hours power reserve
$300 paid brand new
$600 discontinued new old stock price

[@misterlinh]

that loom transition 👏

[@crBudgetWatches]

I can't believe this one and the SARB033 went for 80usd during an Amazon black Friday a few years ago 😮

[@WatchDanReviews]

I should have bought 10! It’s just the bargain of the century…such a classy, timeless piece with so much to offer.

[@crBudgetWatches]

@@WatchDanReviews I scored a mint SCVS003 last year (Sarb033 precursor) for 200 usd amazing watch and waiting for my sarb035 which I found for 400 usd which even today I think it’s worth it!

[@brokenchains]

I'm surprised you have a scratch on the crystal since it's sapphire, great review video.

[@WatchDanReviews]

I was very surprised when I saw it! But I think it’s a chip since sapphire is very very difficult to scratch-I’m guessing it banged it on the frame of a BBQ island I was building at the time.

[@brokenchains]

@@WatchDanReviews That would do it, I’ve had mine for a few years and I don’t go out bar hoping with it, will def scratch it somehow at a pub, oh well, battle scars give watches character anyway, thanks for the great video

[@WatchDanReviews]

@@brokenchains thanks a lot, Chains!

[@kgme1007]

hello What is the difference between the 6R15D move and the 6R15C move? Will there be much difference between the two moves?

[@WatchDanReviews]

My understanding is the 6R15C had some interchangeable parts with the 7S movement and lower amplitude as well as worse reliability. The 6R15D has higher amplitude, is entirely proprietary, and is also more accurate. Also it has a 70 hour power reserve instead of 42 hours.