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L_S_SHOE · 29 July 2020, 12:41 AM

Have been wanting to pick up a Seiko for some time, specifically a diver. This will be my first Seiko. There are many great choices and I want to make sure I’m not overlooking something. I’m considering the skx007j1 and the srpe03 (after swapping the steel bracelet for a black silicone Seiko). I’m also a fan of the spb079, spb077 and spb087 line, but didn’t know if the added cost was worth it. Any recs on which one to go with? Feel free to chime in with your favorite Seiko diver under $1k.

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scarlet knight · 29 July 2020, 01:36 AM

Skx007, Turtle 777 are good starters for a Seiko diver. I also enjoy my Pepsi Arnie.

Drdubzz · 29 July 2020, 01:47 AM

The new batch of 62 mas homages are just over 1K, I can't recommend them enough

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=754463

Chewbacca · 29 July 2020, 04:41 AM

Skx007 or 009 as a started is great. Also discontinued.

Have fun.

Oyster Sauce · 29 July 2020, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Skx007 or 009 as a started is great. Also discontinued.

Have fun.

This.

Jim M · 29 July 2020, 10:48 AM

Orange dialed SKX011J is another fun one.

SunTzu · 29 July 2020, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim M

Orange dialed SKX011J is another fun one.

That’s what I wore today slightly modded on an Uncle Seiko President bracelet. Absolutely love it.

With a $1k budget you can buy 3 solid Seiko divers. There’s no way to settle on one!

But if it’s just one, a slight increase in the budget to get SPB143 would be my choice. Or get one each of the variety of SKX, SRP and SNJ references for a G-note.

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brandrea · 29 July 2020, 11:31 AM

So many great options and great value.

I went SKX009j

Billfav · 29 July 2020, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by SunTzu

That’s what I wore today slightly modded on an Uncle Seiko President bracelet. Absolutely love it.

With a $1k budget you can buy 3 solid Seiko divers. There’s no way to settle on one!

But if it’s just one, a slight increase in the budget to get SPB143 would be my choice. Or get one each of the variety of SKX, SRP and SNJ references for a G-note.

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I just acquired the same Seiko. Where can I find one of those bracelets?

Billfav · 29 July 2020, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Billfav

I just acquired the same Seiko. Where can I find one of those bracelets?

Ahh - disregard. Should have googled before asking.

Dan Pierce · 29 July 2020, 01:00 PM

SKX AND SRP and you'd still have enough left over to buy 2 more.
dP

SunTzu · 29 July 2020, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Billfav

I just acquired the same Seiko. Where can I find one of those bracelets?

Uncle Seiko. Google it.

It’s a bit pricey but BELIEVE me, you will not be disappointed. Well worth the investment and upgrades the watch 10 fold. it’s very high quality

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MJK737 · 29 July 2020, 01:57 PM

I second the SRP777. I wear it on an Uncle Seiko V2 waffle and it just oozes cool. I’ll be picking up my second Seiko, the 62 MAS re-issue. I’m waiting for a call from my AD. I just cant decide between the SPB 143 or the 149? I’m new to Seiko divers and am really impressed. My Sub and GMT are getting lonely in the watch box...

denmanproject · 29 July 2020, 02:04 PM

I’ve had everything from SKX to SLA and find the SPB be my sweet spot

There is a noticeable jump in quality from the SKX line, especially in regards to bezel action, case finishing and timekeeping

My 051

Chester01 · 29 July 2020, 10:45 PM

I would go with the turtle. I went with the turtle because there was far too much overlap between their other divers and my sub (i.e. standard generic diver profile). The turtle is a unique watch shape, has some heritage, and though large has a short lug to lug length and is versatile on many straps. I like the tuna (and own the seiko arnie) and really appreciate their history, but they are not the most versatile watches. I opted against the samurai's, and mini MM largely due to size considerations and/or lack of heritage/standard diver look.

DCheeta · 30 July 2020, 03:25 PM

I know it’s a lame answer, but you really can’t make a wrong choice. I’d probably go with an SRP777 or an SKX007/9. I don’t know why I said “probably”, I actually did choose those two.

dualcarb · 30 July 2020, 05:04 PM

So many to choose from...
My favs..

All under 1K USD

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gnuyork · 30 July 2020, 09:48 PM

SRP 777. I have an SKX 009 on the way.

gnuyork · 30 July 2020, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by dualcarb

So many to choose from...
My favs..

All under 1K USD

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What bracelet is that on the 009?

L_S_SHOE · 31 July 2020, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Skx007, Turtle 777 are good starters for a Seiko diver. I also enjoy my Pepsi Arnie.

Thanks everyone for your replies. Have decided on the srp777. Digging the case design and overall simplicity.

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Dan Pierce · 31 July 2020, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by L_S_SHOE

Thanks everyone for your replies. Have decided on the srp777. Digging the case design and overall simplicity.

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You won't be disappointed.

dP

MJK737 · 31 July 2020, 06:04 AM

Your going to love it! I recommend the Uncle Seiko waffle v2. I swapped the buckle and tang with the Seiko rubber and it looks and feels amazing! I wish I could add a pic but every time it says the dimensions are too large?

scarlet knight · 31 July 2020, 06:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJK737

Your going to love it! I recommend the Uncle Seiko waffle v2. I swapped the buckle and tang with the Seiko rubber and it looks and feels amazing! I wish I could add a pic but every time it says the dimensions are too large?

That works for me generally.

Chewbacca · 31 July 2020, 07:56 AM

Good choice.

Chewbacca · 31 July 2020, 07:56 AM

Actually. There’s really no bad choice.

dualcarb · 1 August 2020, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by gnuyork

What bracelet is that on the 009?

That was the original Seiko oyster that came with the watch...sorry for the late reply

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dualcarb · 6 August 2020, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Actually. There’s really no bad choice.

So true

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29 July 2020, 12:41 AM	#1
L_S_SHOE "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Tennessee, USA Watch: 16800 Posts: 584	First Seiko Have been wanting to pick up a Seiko for some time, specifically a diver. This will be my first Seiko. There are many great choices and I want to make sure I’m not overlooking something. I’m considering the skx007j1 and the srpe03 (after swapping the steel bracelet for a black silicone Seiko). I’m also a fan of the spb079, spb077 and spb087 line, but didn’t know if the added cost was worth it. Any recs on which one to go with? Feel free to chime in with your favorite Seiko diver under $1k. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 July 2020, 01:47 AM	#3
Drdubzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Real Name: Tim Location: NoVA Watch: BB58, BB36 Posts: 93	The new batch of 62 mas homages are just over 1K, I can't recommend them enough https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=754463 __________________ IG @watches_mostly

29 July 2020, 10:48 AM	#6
Jim M "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Long Island NY US Watch: 1675 14060M 16622 Posts: 507	Orange dialed SKX011J is another fun one. __________________ Rolex, Omega, Panerai, Chopard, Blancpain, Breitling, Seiko, Zenith, IWC, Tag Heuer, Bvlgari, Cartier, Movado, Tissot, Casio and Sinn, a few of my favorite things

29 July 2020, 01:00 PM	#11
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	SKX AND SRP and you'd still have enough left over to buy 2 more. 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

29 July 2020, 01:57 PM	#13
MJK737 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AZ Watch: This, Hold my Beer Posts: 369	I second the SRP777. I wear it on an Uncle Seiko V2 waffle and it just oozes cool. I’ll be picking up my second Seiko, the 62 MAS re-issue. I’m waiting for a call from my AD. I just cant decide between the SPB 143 or the 149? I’m new to Seiko divers and am really impressed. My Sub and GMT are getting lonely in the watch box... __________________ Regards: MJK

29 July 2020, 01:36 AM	#2
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Skx007, Turtle 777 are good starters for a Seiko diver. I also enjoy my Pepsi Arnie.

29 July 2020, 04:41 AM	#4
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Skx007 or 009 as a started is great. Also discontinued. Have fun.

29 July 2020, 11:31 AM	#8
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,135	So many great options and great value. I went SKX009j

29 July 2020, 02:04 PM	#14
denmanproject "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Canada Posts: 4,407	I’ve had everything from SKX to SLA and find the SPB be my sweet spot There is a noticeable jump in quality from the SKX line, especially in regards to bezel action, case finishing and timekeeping My 051

29 July 2020, 10:45 PM	#15
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	I would go with the turtle. I went with the turtle because there was far too much overlap between their other divers and my sub (i.e. standard generic diver profile). The turtle is a unique watch shape, has some heritage, and though large has a short lug to lug length and is versatile on many straps. I like the tuna (and own the seiko arnie) and really appreciate their history, but they are not the most versatile watches. I opted against the samurai's, and mini MM largely due to size considerations and/or lack of heritage/standard diver look.

30 July 2020, 03:25 PM	#16
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	I know it’s a lame answer, but you really can’t make a wrong choice. I’d probably go with an SRP777 or an SKX007/9. I don’t know why I said “probably”, I actually did choose those two.

30 July 2020, 05:04 PM	#17
dualcarb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: HK/Malaysia Watch: Lover Posts: 1,223	So many to choose from... My favs.. All under 1K USD Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

30 July 2020, 09:48 PM	#18
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,353	SRP 777. I have an SKX 009 on the way.

31 July 2020, 06:04 AM	#22
MJK737 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AZ Watch: This, Hold my Beer Posts: 369	Your going to love it! I recommend the Uncle Seiko waffle v2. I swapped the buckle and tang with the Seiko rubber and it looks and feels amazing! I wish I could add a pic but every time it says the dimensions are too large? __________________ Regards: MJK

31 July 2020, 07:56 AM	#24
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Good choice.

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