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Main Forums => Watch Reviews => Topic started by: fooyc on November 09, 2011, 03:47:46 PM
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Good day Folks.
Since the last (or should I say first) purchase of my first automatic Frederique Constant watch, I haven't had much time to dwell further into this hobby, no thanks to my work. Last week, I glanced upon a web site, talking about Seiko 5. Seriously, me being a newbie, had zero idea what the world is that. Spent a bit of time, about the 5 qualities of a Seiko 5. I end up looking for the above model. Took me quite a while (even to HK and Spore) to hunt for one, eventually got the overseas model over the weekend (since the price is relatively cheap to my book, I did not think twice).
Here's some of the pics I took with my iPhone (sorry, I did not have time to whip out a proper SLR for this) :
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a29/fooyc/Watches/Seiko5c.jpg)
Quick walk through. Compare with my G-shock and my FC (38mm size), this thing felt large and hefty at first. The CNC machined quality is impeccable, I generally only see this kind of CNC quality in a high quality factory (yes you can find them in industrial area of USJ and Shah Alam), on a watch, call me "katak di bawah tempurung", this is new to me. Of course it's also relative to the price. Frankly, I am pretty sure I paid rather costly for this, nearly 500 smack, but patience is something that I don't really possess ;D, unfortunately.
The nylon strap felt thin, as I am used to the usual leather, it sure does felt it would be able to support the weight of the watch, so far so good, 4th day now, it seems to be holding well (I know someone going to suggest Nato/Zulu strap, yes yes, I know of that option :P).
Another uncommon feature to me, no manual winding :o The manual told me to swing in an arc for 30secs. *pardon my language* WTF ! :o Oh well, I guess 7S36 history should speak well of its reliability, off I swing (whatever action you term that would be).
Oh lastly, my other half, happens to love watches. She fell in love with mine (me of course :P) she tried and like it. Quickly took the receipt out, book the other black unit, next day we picked it up. ;D
I'm not quite a watch reviewer, hope this simple write up is sufficient. Feel free to ask (I bet most would know better than me) should you need more in depth info.
Cheap plastic box :
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a29/fooyc/Watches/Seiko5d.jpg)
Both unit :
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a29/fooyc/Watches/Seiko5b.jpg)
The pair on wrist :
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a29/fooyc/Watches/Seiko5.jpg)
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Nice review fooyc :thumbsup:
But care to elaborate what's "overseas model"? I thought can get this model locally?
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ck77-san,
There is another model of the same, SNZG15J1, where it is fully made in Japan.
Can't find it here. I know there are some singapore and HK dealer carries them.
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great review :thumbsup:
always loved the look of this model
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I used to have it but then it is too big for my wrist and I sold it to a fellow member here.
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ck77-san,
There is another model of the same, SNZG15J1, where it is fully made in Japan.
Can't find it here. I know there are some singapore and HK dealer carries them.
And Taiwan. :)
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are there any difference between the JDM and non JDM models? other than being touched by better paid japanese workers?
interms of movement calibres...quality....metal ...etc?
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are there any difference between the JDM and non JDM models? other than being touched by better paid japanese workers?
interms of movement calibres...quality....metal ...etc?
Yes, it says 'MADE IN JAPAN' on the dial, not that it matters to me. ;D :) ;) :D
Beside that, I don't think there are any differences.
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are there any difference between the JDM and non JDM models? other than being touched by better paid japanese workers?
interms of movement calibres...quality....metal ...etc?
Yes, it says 'MADE IN JAPAN' on the dial, not that it matters to me. ;D :) ;) :D
Beside that, I don't think there are any differences.
;D
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Yeap. Agreed. No other visual differences, I doubt much internally.
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Yeap. Agreed. No other visual differences, I doubt much internally.
same goes to my SKX007 as there are 2 versions as well, the K and the J spec.
other than some aesthetic differences (additional wordings of 21 JEWELS and MADE IN JAPAN) and the DAY display (I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VS arabic language), all other aspects are highly similar or I'd say, there's no difference in terms of build quality.
both feel the same in terms of weight and finishing.
by the way, cool watches you have there! i always like its design and i personally prefer the military green version, the SNZG09.
:Cheers:
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The day display difference has been eliminated on the newer breed of 5, now comes with eith I or Monday. :-)
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What a nice review on the military Seiko piece, fooyc.
Not one but two for your other half. ;D
By the way, I always like its design and IMO I would go for the green version too (just like wrist solution).
Have a great day!
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Thanks Watchnewby-san,
I did initially thought of the military green but I find it rather tough to match with my office wear, as I tend to wear all my watches to all sorts of occasion bar those dinner function, where I would have to wear my dress watch, FC.
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What a nice review on the military Seiko piece, fooyc.
Not one but two for your other half. ;D
By the way, I always like its design and IMO I would go for the green version too (just like wrist solution).
Have a great day!
:Cheers:
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if not mistaken, the green or black version comes with the same black dial, somebody can attest this?
if they come with the same black dial, then strap is not an issue anymore as you can swap with the military green NATO or ZULU, or any other colors you want as it's easily swap-able... ;D
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Unfortunately not. Personally sees it, having a dark green dial. Sorry I did not snap a pix, hope the attached Internet URL would suffice for your reference.
http://www.seiko5ers.com/Seiko%205%20Sports%20SNZG09K%20SNZG09K1%20SNZG09%20Nylon%20strap.htm
Still, yes, the green dial has its charm.
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My green dial and strap says hello!
(http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/leongps78/DSCN2576.jpg)
Its my go-to watch whenever i go on holidays.
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Unfortunately not. Personally sees it, having a dark green dial. Sorry I did not snap a pix, hope the attached Internet URL would suffice for your reference.
http://www.seiko5ers.com/Seiko%205%20Sports%20SNZG09K%20SNZG09K1%20SNZG09%20Nylon%20strap.htm
Still, yes, the green dial has its charm.
ooooooo... thanks for the clarification! :Cheers:
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My green dial and strap says hello!
(http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/leongps78/DSCN2576.jpg)
Its my go-to watch whenever i go on holidays.
awesome wrist shot you have there takashi78! :thumbsup:
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Cool shot !
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For the K spec, the day displays as either I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII,
or MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, SUN.
And for the J spec, the day displays as either ??????? (monday), ???????? (tuesday), ???????? (wednesday), ?????? (thursday), ?????? (friday), ????? (saturday), ????? (sunday),
or MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, SUN.
i know this bcoz i came across both SKX007K and SKX007J and have personally seen the difference.
Cheers! ;)
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oops! sorry guys, the emoticons are actually arabic characters but i dunno why they couldn't be displayed properly...
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Regardless, both version is suitably attractive and functional, IMHO. :thumbsup:
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Regardless, both version is suitably attractive and functional, IMHO. :thumbsup:
that's indeed very true! :thumbsup:
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oops! sorry guys, the emoticons are actually arabic characters but i dunno why they couldn't be displayed properly...
Unfortunately the forum's system cannot read the letters and in my case, Russian characters, as well.
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A simple but nice looking watch u had
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My Seiko 5 Sport 100M SNZG09K1 says hi!
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8UMBxzXw7_s/TrtTWx8GB0I/AAAAAAAANcc/J_u7bgYPCAU/s640/DSC_0133.JPG)
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I have one too but in black dial/nylon strap..
I bought it in KL and altho I dun remember the exact cost it was way under RM400.
Actually I'm v. pleasantly surprised at the quality and dependability for the price.
It would have been perfect if it had hacking, winding and the bead blasting extended to the space between the lugs... otherwise a super value for money which can be used as a daily beater..
A guy in Indonesia who was wearing an IWC even came over to ask me what watch it was after seeing it from a distance...he couldn't believe that it cost so little. I complimented him on his IWC Big Pilot but he said that the BP was actually too big for his small wrists and was looking for this look in a smaller watch.... so I suggested a GO Navigator to him..
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seiko 5 is actually a affordable range on the seiko range.. but the company did not compromise on the quality :thumbsup:
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That's true i used to have one but let that go unfortunately :)
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hi bro, can pm me the price?? nice item
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Im quite confused with the size. What size is this actually? 42mm excluding crown?
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Hey man, can PM the price & place bought? :Cheers:
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How much can I currently get the SNZG15K1 for ?
Are the numerical digits lumi-brite too ?
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Always be the one we choose, seiko 5 . Automatic attack and really simple to be used. Vintage seiko 5. Niceeeeee shot :Cheers: :Cheers:
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Seiko military is actually the best buy, value for money, very tough, well built, reliable and versatile. at this pricing, it also come with a see through back case which is very impressive indeed.
I remember years ago, owner of Hour Glass even commented that it is not always necessary for us to break our bank to own a very good auto watch and seiko military is the watch that he mentioned specifically. My seiko military sleeps along my submariner, luminor marina, portguese, offshore and nautilus now. :Laughing_on_floor:
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Unfortunately, bad incident happen to this Seiko 5 of mine. Slipped my hand when I was rushing for a meeting (trying to put it on in a haste), watch fell from about 4ft direct to hard floor. Watch is dead now..... :Blue:
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Sorry to hear that. Perhaps it's time to get a new watch? ;)
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;D
Yeah bro...checking out now, may soon give you a ring again. So far Ball Fireman Racer DLC been shortlisted. :P
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nice snzg15k series. did hav the urge to get one before.
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For the K spec, the day displays as either I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII,
or MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, SUN.
And for the J spec, the day displays as either ??? ??? ? (monday), ??? ??? ?? (tuesday), ??? ??? ?? (wednesday), ??? ??? (thursday), ??? ??? (friday), ??? ?? (saturday), ??? ?? (sunday),
or MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, SUN.
i know this bcoz i came across both SKX007K and SKX007J and have personally seen the difference.
Cheers! ;)
Here is an example of the J-spec arabic day display. I bought this SRP234J1 recently.
*u can check it out in the watch gallery section.
http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,9735.0.html (http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,9735.0.html)
(http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p516/skchia8888/Seiko%20SRP234J1/IMG_2464_zps1bf6f25d.jpg) (http://s1153.photobucket.com/user/skchia8888/media/Seiko%20SRP234J1/IMG_2464_zps1bf6f25d.jpg.html)
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really nice seiko watch
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My one and only watch. ;D
Going to repair my Zodiac and add to my collection.
(http://i901.photobucket.com/albums/ac217/MotionSB/Others/Seiko01_zps86a1ade1.jpg)
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Should consider one of this, nice design with affordable price and uncompromised quality
Thumbs up for Seiko :thumbsup:
Cheers