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themaninblack · 21 January 2016, 01:51 PM

Can't get enough SEIKO at the moment. Have been enjoying surfing, snorkelling and other action adventure like eating plenty of Ahi on Maui recently with the Seiko SBDX014 Marinemaster 'Emperor Tuna'. The rose gold like finishes on the bezel and elsewhere are titanium, as is the main case. It is the famous Seiko one piece main case that is 'impervious' to Helium. The protective shroud or outer case is Zirconia Ceramic and bring the watch to a 48mm diameter. Fantastic silicone accordion strap with titanium buckle and keeper, titanium screw down crown at 4 o'clock. As usual incredible Seiko Lumibrite markings that simply glow like no other. The movement is the Automatic 8L35 which is essentially an undecorated Grand Seiko movement and is as you would expect very accurate. These watches are rated to 1000m but have been tested successfully to 4000m! This is another Seiko 50th anniversary diver edition and gives more than a respectful nod to the original 'Golden Tuna' from 1978 which was in fact another little known Bond watch...name the movie and the scene in which it appears! The finish is superb and overall it's a big, bold but somehow rather elegant watch, or perhaps my aesthetic values have gone a bit haywire! The retail is USD$3,300 but as with most Seiko's you can do quite a bit better. Good value? I think so.

Psmith · 21 January 2016, 08:48 PM

Very nice

dualcarb · 21 January 2016, 09:01 PM

beautiful watch...I agree with you, Seiko is a fantastic brand.

J!m · 21 January 2016, 09:36 PM

I'm quite pleased with my second hand SKX007. Unbelievable value. Totally nuke proof too.

Enjoy the diving!

SearChart · 21 January 2016, 10:35 PM

Very cool!

AK-Rolestar · 22 January 2016, 01:47 AM

Great Picture!

I totally agree, I love Seiko. They make some amazing pieces for great prices.

Total Value! Can't beat that in my books!

Dan Pierce · 22 January 2016, 02:08 AM

Very nice Tuna, mate! Hard to beat the value of Seiko.

I've taken the long way 'round the barn and modded a couple SKX divers into Tunas.
dP

SearChart · 22 January 2016, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Very nice Tuna, mate! Hard to beat the value of Seiko.

I've taken the long way 'round the barn and modded a couple SKX divers into Tunas.
dP

Wait, what? You can put an SKX case into the 'tuna shroud'? I need to get me a 009 and one of those shrouds asap then.

4Panerais · 9 February 2016, 05:08 AM

the new Turtle re-issue

Blackdog · 9 February 2016, 05:52 AM

I considered getting one of the turtle reissues, but they're still a bit expensive IMO.

For a similar price I opted for this one (just arrived), and I have to say that the case finishing quality is Scary !!!

At this price point it must be the bargain of the century.

Jonathan007 · 29 February 2016, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4Panerais

the new Turtle re-issue

Hi

I was just wondering what you thought of the "Turtle" reissue Seiko?

I have the 6309 all original (vintage) but I'm also looking for something I can take to the water without worry.

Kind regards

Jon

4Panerais · 29 February 2016, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan007

Hi

I was just wondering what you thought of the "Turtle" reissue Seiko?

I have the 6309 all original (vintage) but I'm also looking for something I can take to the water without worry.

Kind regards

Jon

Hi Jonathan I say get it I love it all the way around, some of them have chapter ring alignment issues but mine doesn't

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Jeffwb65 · 15 February 2017, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan007

Hi

I was just wondering what you thought of the "Turtle" reissue Seiko?

I have the 6309 all original (vintage) but I'm also looking for something I can take to the water without worry.

Kind regards

Jon

Just putting in my 2 cents worth. I've been cursed with a champagne taste in watches, but a beer budget most of my life. That said, I've had Tudors, Rolexes, and for most of the last 10 years I wore a Steinhart Ocean 1 (don't hate, it was the best I could afford).
This Christmas my Son, knowing my Love of watches, gifted me a "New Turtle" SRP775. It's the only watch I've worn since. Great looking Classic 6309 style case, more durable than I am, and keeping Chronometer Grade accuracy. Also none of the reported Chapter Ring alignment issues.
Bracelet is solid (including end links) & comfortable, and drilled lugs make changing to a leather or rubber strap quick and easy.
It wears smaller and more comfortable than the measurements (44.3mm) would lead You to believe because the sides of the case are undercut and taper to a much smaller case back where it rests on the wrist.
Very happy with my Daily Driver.

JimSnyder · 16 February 2017, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffwb65

Just putting in my 2 cents worth. I've been cursed with a champagne taste in watches, but a beer budget most of my life. That said, I've had Tudors, Rolexes, and for most of the last 10 years I wore a Steinhart Ocean 1 (don't hate, it was the best I could afford).
This Christmas my Son, knowing my Love of watches, gifted me a "New Turtle" SRP775. It's the only watch I've worn since. Great looking Classic 6309 style case, more durable than I am, and keeping Chronometer Grade accuracy. Also none of the reported Chapter Ring alignment issues.
Bracelet is solid (including end links) & comfortable, and drilled lugs make changing to a leather or rubber strap quick and easy.
It wears smaller and more comfortable than the measurements (44.3mm) would lead You to believe because the sides of the case are undercut and taper to a much smaller case back where it rests on the wrist.
Very happy with my Daily Driver.

I have a SRP 775 also. Fantastic watch

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namussuz bilo · 23 February 2016, 05:41 AM

Very nice

Rags · 3 March 2016, 04:04 AM

Seiko SKX175 Mod.

Rags

roxytico · 3 March 2016, 08:04 AM

An ebay find. It's a little janky - bracelet wise, but in terms of looks I would say it is a rolex submariner's equal.

junbug5150 · 16 March 2016, 12:49 PM

My Seiko fam:

I do need a GS badly though...

rolexRV · 17 April 2016, 06:43 AM

Some of my ones!

Cheers

rolexRV · 17 April 2016, 06:51 AM

Some of my ones!

Really love Seiko..

JimSnyder · 19 May 2016, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolexRV

Some of my ones!

Really love Seiko..

OH! You have the vintage Seiko Grails

dualcarb · 19 May 2016, 02:27 AM

My Seiko divers. Love them to bits, the MM300 was the latest acquisition and I have not been able to take it off.

BigAl72 · 20 November 2016, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dualcarb

My Seiko divers. Love them to bits, the MM300 was the latest acquisition and I have not been able to take it off.

How is the fit and finish? How does the Weight of it feel.

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rolexRV · 19 May 2016, 03:16 AM

japanese food..

Dan Pierce · 19 May 2016, 11:23 AM

dP

KBM · 22 May 2016, 05:39 AM

Love the brand. It's got such a distinctive design language, such that you instantly know that a watch is a Seiko.

rolexRV · 25 May 2016, 04:59 AM

Seiko 6105

Rags · 25 May 2016, 11:58 PM

Just bought this Seiko SARX017. 40mm 23 jewel automatic with seiko a 6R15 movement with hacking feature. A leather strap with a deployant clasp. Sapphire crystal with a exhibition case back. The dial reminds me of a Omega Aqua Terra. Imported from Japan through Amazon.

Rags

Rags · 26 May 2016, 12:00 AM

Just bought this Seiko SARX017. 40mm 23 jewel automatic with seiko a 6R15 movement with hacking feature. A leather strap with a deployant clasp. Sapphire crystal with a exhibition case back. power reserve 50hrs. The dial reminds me of a Omega Aqua Terra. Imported from Japan through Amazon.

Rolex Essex · 28 May 2016, 06:15 PM

Heres my reliable 5

21 January 2016, 01:51 PM	#1
themaninblack "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Australia Posts: 1,058	SEIKO fever! Can't get enough SEIKO at the moment. Have been enjoying surfing, snorkelling and other action adventure like eating plenty of Ahi on Maui recently with the Seiko SBDX014 Marinemaster 'Emperor Tuna'. The rose gold like finishes on the bezel and elsewhere are titanium, as is the main case. It is the famous Seiko one piece main case that is 'impervious' to Helium. The protective shroud or outer case is Zirconia Ceramic and bring the watch to a 48mm diameter. Fantastic silicone accordion strap with titanium buckle and keeper, titanium screw down crown at 4 o'clock. As usual incredible Seiko Lumibrite markings that simply glow like no other. The movement is the Automatic 8L35 which is essentially an undecorated Grand Seiko movement and is as you would expect very accurate. These watches are rated to 1000m but have been tested successfully to 4000m! This is another Seiko 50th anniversary diver edition and gives more than a respectful nod to the original 'Golden Tuna' from 1978 which was in fact another little known Bond watch...name the movie and the scene in which it appears! The finish is superb and overall it's a big, bold but somehow rather elegant watch, or perhaps my aesthetic values have gone a bit haywire! The retail is USD$3,300 but as with most Seiko's you can do quite a bit better. Good value? I think so. Attached Images

21 January 2016, 08:48 PM	#2
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Very nice __________________

22 January 2016, 02:08 AM	#7
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	Very nice Tuna, mate! Hard to beat the value of Seiko. I've taken the long way 'round the barn and modded a couple SKX divers into Tunas. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

3 March 2016, 04:04 AM	#16
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Seiko SKX175 Mod. Rags Attached Images __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

3 March 2016, 08:04 AM	#17
roxytico "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Dana L. Brown Location: California Watch: V-MAC ANTIMAGNETIC Posts: 77	7009-3040 f An ebay find. It's a little janky - bracelet wise, but in terms of looks I would say it is a rolex submariner's equal. Attached Images

21 January 2016, 09:01 PM	#3
dualcarb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: HK/Malaysia Watch: Lover Posts: 1,223	beautiful watch...I agree with you, Seiko is a fantastic brand.

21 January 2016, 09:36 PM	#4
J!m "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Jim Location: Connecticut Watch: this! Hold my beer Posts: 2,839	I'm quite pleased with my second hand SKX007. Unbelievable value. Totally nuke proof too. Enjoy the diving!

22 January 2016, 01:47 AM	#6
AK-Rolestar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Toronto Watch: Sub Posts: 834	Great Picture! I totally agree, I love Seiko. They make some amazing pieces for great prices. Total Value! Can't beat that in my books!

9 February 2016, 05:08 AM	#9
4Panerais "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: William Location: Az Watch: Panerai Posts: 528	the new Turtle re-issue

9 February 2016, 05:52 AM	#10
Blackdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 629	I considered getting one of the turtle reissues, but they're still a bit expensive IMO. For a similar price I opted for this one (just arrived), and I have to say that the case finishing quality is Scary !!! At this price point it must be the bargain of the century.

23 February 2016, 05:41 AM	#15
namussuz bilo Banned Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: earth Posts: 794	Very nice

16 March 2016, 12:49 PM	#18
junbug5150 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: TX Posts: 130	My Seiko fam: I do need a GS badly though...

17 April 2016, 06:43 AM	#19
rolexRV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Spain Watch: Rolex 1680 Posts: 98	Some of my ones! Cheers

17 April 2016, 06:51 AM	#20
rolexRV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Spain Watch: Rolex 1680 Posts: 98	Some of my ones! Really love Seiko..

19 May 2016, 02:27 AM	#22
dualcarb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: HK/Malaysia Watch: Lover Posts: 1,223	My Seiko divers. Love them to bits, the MM300 was the latest acquisition and I have not been able to take it off.

19 May 2016, 03:16 AM	#24
rolexRV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Spain Watch: Rolex 1680 Posts: 98	japanese food..

19 May 2016, 11:23 AM	#25
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

22 May 2016, 05:39 AM	#26
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Love the brand. It's got such a distinctive design language, such that you instantly know that a watch is a Seiko.

25 May 2016, 04:59 AM	#27
rolexRV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Spain Watch: Rolex 1680 Posts: 98	Seiko 6105

25 May 2016, 11:58 PM	#28
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Just bought this Seiko SARX017. 40mm 23 jewel automatic with seiko a 6R15 movement with hacking feature. A leather strap with a deployant clasp. Sapphire crystal with a exhibition case back. The dial reminds me of a Omega Aqua Terra. Imported from Japan through Amazon. Rags __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

26 May 2016, 12:00 AM	#29
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Just bought this Seiko SARX017. 40mm 23 jewel automatic with seiko a 6R15 movement with hacking feature. A leather strap with a deployant clasp. Sapphire crystal with a exhibition case back. power reserve 50hrs. The dial reminds me of a Omega Aqua Terra. Imported from Japan through Amazon. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

28 May 2016, 06:15 PM	#30
Rolex Essex "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Colchester, UK Watch: Daytona, DJ & Sub Posts: 1,612	Heres my reliable 5

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