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So, I made a video suggesting that you probably SHOULDN'T buy a Seiko SARB. Now I'm making a video suggesting that your probably SHOULD. What is going on?! Cheers, Jody.

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  • @scottymagoo4025
    @scottymagoo40255 жыл бұрын

    The problem with the sarb033 is that I don't wear my other watches any more.

  • @johandebondt5749

    @johandebondt5749

    5 жыл бұрын

    The problem with the sarb033 is that I don't wear my mother's watches any more...

  • @williamwalker3837

    @williamwalker3837

    5 жыл бұрын

    You know I totally agree. I have the 33 and 35 which I absolutely love and wear more often that my Omega’s which are 10 times more expensive. I have even considered shipping on a couple of Omega such is their lack of wrist time

  • @Ferien7

    @Ferien7

    4 жыл бұрын

    William Walker sell omega for Rolex

  • @ronyho5678

    @ronyho5678

    4 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree, l have the 035, perfect size. I’m considering to buy the 033. I also have other Seiko but get a lot wrist time. I promise to myself I will never buy Seiko when it’s over 40mm, no matter how beautiful the dial or movement.

  • @wangox

    @wangox

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same here

  • @stevetownsend1389
    @stevetownsend13895 жыл бұрын

    I went through a similar. thought process when I got my SARB033. Wasn't that crazy about it initially for many of the issues you raised. However, the more I wear it, the more I love it. Thought about selling it at first, but now I wear it all the time, and get that happy feeling whenever it's on my wrist. Great review and thanks for the transparency.

  • @mathieut3197
    @mathieut31973 жыл бұрын

    A buddy shown me his 035 last week, as I was in the process of buying a swiss diver. The diver went back to the land of forgotten dreams, and a 035 from ebay is on its way...

  • @savvylifestrategies9445
    @savvylifestrategies94455 жыл бұрын

    Great video, Jody. I own the SARB 033 & 035 and love them. They are pure class and exceptionally well built. Glad you made this video. A lot of people will find it an important review. The Urban Gentry (TGV) is also high on the SARB 035, whose review caused me to make my purchases back when they were around $300 each. I think the bracelet is fine, solid end links and machined clasp. Great content, keep it coming.

  • @claytonjones513
    @claytonjones5135 жыл бұрын

    Great video per usual, Jodie. I bought one about 6 months ago and after initially being underwhelmed, I‘ve grown to absolutely love it. Oh, and you’re right, it’s very comfortable on wrist. 👍🏼

  • @TCBHal
    @TCBHal4 жыл бұрын

    I bought this watch right when they announced it was being discontinued so I got it at a good price. I was worried that it would be too small for my 7.25 wrist. At first it looked too small and I forced myself to wear it. It grew on me and now I love it. It’s not my everyday wear, but certainly gets some wrist time.

  • @kissmylilpiggy
    @kissmylilpiggy5 жыл бұрын

    Great to see you won the battle against your natural scots instincts and refreshingly honest of you to hold your hand up, you are correct this is so much more than the sum of it's parts! I love mine so much I am giving serious thought to picking up a second. Thanks so much for the review, always a pleasure.

  • @dariodeagostini5176
    @dariodeagostini51765 жыл бұрын

    the point is that even at current high prices it's still one of the best quality/cost ratios you can have on the market. At the original price it was just too good to be true. Problem of the sarb is that pictures doesn't make it justice, the size on paper is too small (but it wears so beautifully, as you shown on video) and the finishing of the hands doesn't really shine on pics or videos... it's something you need to see on your wrists and it just grows on you. Awesome watch, glad to hear you changed your mind about it

  • @tenshin2002

    @tenshin2002

    5 жыл бұрын

    agreed, I would say it was ridiculously underpriced and now its still good value for the price.

  • @MrWrightNowTV

    @MrWrightNowTV

    5 жыл бұрын

    Dario De Agostini what was the original price sorry to ask but I’m just getting into mechanical watches.

  • @repo4

    @repo4

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@MrWrightNowTV I bought mine in March 2018 shortly after the "discontinuation" for £260 so around €300. I got it new from Ebay. They now sell for around £365 and there's still plenty available.

  • @mikec3454

    @mikec3454

    4 жыл бұрын

    How is 38mm "too small"? It's not a diver... it leans on the side of being a dress watch but can be daily wearer too. The size is perfect for what the watch it is built to be; if it came in 36 I would already own it frankly.

  • @mazrashid6549

    @mazrashid6549

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@mikec3454 couldn't agree with you any more! I have owned and loved the 033/035 for around 5 years and would prefer slightly smaller case size (and better bracelet). This was a big factor in helping me recently choose a new 36mm datejust as my first "luxury" watch.

  • @hazaeel99
    @hazaeel995 жыл бұрын

    This is the best watch of my small and humble collection, personally I love the brown sunburst of the dial when the lights is hits the right angle.

  • @Billeh556
    @Billeh5565 жыл бұрын

    Jody the 033 is my go to daily beater and wears with my suits for work, I still treat it like my expensive pieces. Absolutely love it

  • @matm4331
    @matm43315 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jodie, bought one of these for my wife 3 yrs ago. It is a great watch that scratches the itch if a Rolex Explorer is out of reach. Good lesson to learn that you should always buy your spouse a watch you can borrow!

  • @willardhooton920

    @willardhooton920

    5 жыл бұрын

    Spinochhead 1 You’re right, it’s “Exploreresque” enough for me👍

  • @jeffm0518
    @jeffm05185 жыл бұрын

    I sat here watching your review while looking at my SARB035 that is on my wrist. I agree. The most comfortable watch I've ever worn. Absolutely love it!!!!!

  • @Kamikazekman
    @Kamikazekman5 жыл бұрын

    Took you long enough! All those polite sceptical smiles and nods as I tried to convince you all those years ago but you FINALLY come ‘round! Hallelujah. 🤣😂

  • @jonathansaraco
    @jonathansaraco5 жыл бұрын

    I am absolutely in love with my SARB033 after almost a month. Everyone considering one should know that the dial isn't really "black" it's more like "coffee black". In direct sunlight you get some brown out of it! It's very fun and I have zero regrets spending more than MSRP for it. I can co-sign on it being extremely comfortable. I totally forget it's there. It's WAY more comfortable than my Sinn 104 and my Casios. If you're taking video suggestions, I think you should compare the 033 with a Nodus Contrail 39 or a Certina DS-1. Those are the closest watches I've ever seen to be a similar size, price range, movement quality, and bracelet quality and I'd love to see how they stack up in person.

  • @eyeheartsushi2212
    @eyeheartsushi22125 жыл бұрын

    I’m glad you’re enjoying your SARB. Recently I discovered, through a different watch, that 38mm looks small-ish in my 17.1cm wrist. That makes me feel OK about not getting the SARB

  • @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    4 жыл бұрын

    Get the SARY. It's 42mm.

  • @biasaigon7155

    @biasaigon7155

    3 жыл бұрын

    17cm is still women wrist . I have to say that

  • @JPesco
    @JPesco5 жыл бұрын

    Love that I got my SARB033 for myself as a graduation gift before they announced it's discontinued. I've got it on a honey brown leather strap and it's absolutely perfect. Sporty and classy all at the same time.

  • @willardhooton920

    @willardhooton920

    5 жыл бұрын

    Little John Looks best on leather, by far!

  • @ElBoyoElectronico
    @ElBoyoElectronico4 жыл бұрын

    I also was late joining the Sarb033 train and when I got the watch, I was actually a little bit underwhelmed and also worried about the small size, but it has grown so much on me. Its charme is in its modesty and classic, timeless style. It just always looks good and wears very comfortable too.

  • @SoCalWatchReviews
    @SoCalWatchReviews5 жыл бұрын

    Love the T-shirt lol. I sold my Seiko SARB033 in order to help fund my omega Speedmaster, but man do I miss that piece 😞. Hope you had fun on your vacation!

  • @SgtHooch
    @SgtHooch4 жыл бұрын

    I pulled the trigger last week and am so glad that I did. The Sarb033 is an absolute stunner. I just had it sized this morning and cannot stop looking at my wrist. Wow. I just learned about the Sarb line about a month and a half ago (only good thing about Sheltering in Place). Even this it has been discontinued for 2 years, I still wasn't immediately convinced that I should buy one. Bur after watching many video reviews--particularly this one--I decided to click all the way through in Amazon. I am so glad that I did. This is my new Every Day Watch. I love it.

  • @tods.9947
    @tods.99475 жыл бұрын

    As always, an outstanding review by the ever affable Aussie Scotsman!

  • @Nickos1b
    @Nickos1b5 жыл бұрын

    I like the date only window without the day. For some reason the typical Seiko with the day/date window usually with a frame around it looks too much in my eyes. The date only especially with the background at the same color as the dial is the way to go for me.

  • @murraycharters6102

    @murraycharters6102

    Жыл бұрын

    Nickos1b. When you are retired like me you will appreciate the day/date. Trust me, I can rarely remember the day, let alone the date.

  • @mrbacchus6127
    @mrbacchus61275 жыл бұрын

    That is sarb for me - it wont blow you away initially but wear it a bit and you will understand the hype.

  • @jacc88888

    @jacc88888

    5 жыл бұрын

    A lot of people say that. It looks ordinary on camera so what is the charm? Is it the finishing, the great size or a combination of things? I'm thinking of getting one...

  • @mrbacchus6127

    @mrbacchus6127

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@jacc88888 Definitely a combination of things.

  • @jacc88888

    @jacc88888

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@mrbacchus6127 Thanks for replying

  • @KenGold666

    @KenGold666

    4 жыл бұрын

    It has "slow release charm" as TGV puts it

  • @LorianandLothric

    @LorianandLothric

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@jacc88888 It's a watch that you can't fully appreciate unless you wear and examine one in person

  • @ADR69
    @ADR695 жыл бұрын

    It looks gorgeous. I dunno, it's classy if that's a thing. Looks solid and understated.

  • @selvonave1981
    @selvonave19815 жыл бұрын

    I have mine in the mail from Japan & I can't wait to get my hands on it. I am going to be such a proud first time Seiko owner.

  • @calumpatondrone
    @calumpatondrone5 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree about it being the most comfortable watch - its great! Only watch I find easier to wear is the Ocean Rover! Thanks for the video.

  • @charlie-obrien
    @charlie-obrien5 жыл бұрын

    Ahhhh Jody, the wee bit of Scot in me (20% Campbell) is wincing at the $400+ price on this when it's more than correct price for it's features is the original $320. BUT, the overwhelming Irishman in me knows that the heart wants what the heart wants and ne'er shall be denied. It's a handsome watch with all of the great features we seek regularly and I'm glad you have it now. Great re-review and a happy ending.

  • @bobant4785
    @bobant47854 жыл бұрын

    It's really nice little watch. I just received mine and can't stop looking at it. There is replacement coming end of March..Still limited information but 4R movement and no sapphire..

  • @joet.plumber3771
    @joet.plumber37715 жыл бұрын

    Brother, I was lucky enough to buy the line a year before it went south! I’ve got the SARB017, 33, 35 & the 65! Glad I got them before they went crazy 😜 Do not like the busy Presage line on the same 6R15 movement in my humble opinion which cost hundreds more. Nice time piece brother!

  • @edteach3r
    @edteach3r5 жыл бұрын

    Still a bargain at the price you paid, Jodie. It is destined to become a classic. Thanks for the update!

  • @oes2546
    @oes25465 жыл бұрын

    Got the sary057 instead. The sarb had been on my «to get list» quite some time, but I realized what matters more is that the sary actually fits my style (slightly less dressy/more sporty) and wrist size (Ø41mm) better.

  • @violinmke
    @violinmke5 жыл бұрын

    At some point in the past. Seiko made big alarm clocks I have one. It also has fantastic lume when you turn out the lights. Sort of like those big old Westclox. With a big old snooze button on the top.

  • @cathdy3736
    @cathdy37365 жыл бұрын

    nice video jody, i got my sarb 033 in 2017, got mine pre-owned for just $180, now after this video prices will really get even higher

  • @otobotrecords
    @otobotrecords5 жыл бұрын

    Had the SARB033, still have the SARB035 - or now it's my wife's. I still think the creme dial punches more above it's weight than the 033. Wear yours in good health! Cheers

  • @OldskoolHiFi
    @OldskoolHiFi Жыл бұрын

    Bought my Sarb033 from Chrono24. Factory bracelet was way to small (8in. wrist) not sure if the previous owner removed a link or two or that was just how they were, but ended up using a leather strap for a while and eventually getting a bracelet from Uncle Seiko. It's a bit small for my wrist size but I still love it, I'm not sure what it is about it, perhaps the comfort like you mentioned. I'll keep this piece forever, definitely one of my favorites

  • @darrensmith6999
    @darrensmith69995 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch I have a seiko 5 that looks amazingly similar had it three years and not acumulated as many scratches on it as you have in a month Jody what do you do with your watches haha. Great Video. Darren.

  • @6BURG9
    @6BURG94 жыл бұрын

    I'm trying to decide between this and the cream dial 035 myself. I think the 035 dresses up nicer on a brown leather strap but the 033 looks great on a bracelet so I can see why you prefer it!

  • @trybeingakr
    @trybeingakr5 жыл бұрын

    I have both the 033 & 035 models. Got to say I love the 035 more. I only wish neither of these had that date window.

  • @toemas8
    @toemas85 жыл бұрын

    Of all the watches seiko discontinued I regret not getting a SARG011 ... they really haven’t replaced it with anything worthwhile. The SARB has a few in the line that are similar SARX and SARY

  • @ajgross67
    @ajgross675 жыл бұрын

    That gap on the bracelet is a big part of what made me sell mine. The head of the watch is very nice, but I thought the bracelet was a bit of a letdown (also not enough microadjustments and would occasionally pull hairs). Right after I sold it Strapcode came out with their line of bracelets for it

  • @markplayford5836
    @markplayford58365 жыл бұрын

    I bought a pre-owned SARB035 (cream dial) in the early days of watching reviews on You Tube. J. Anthony was raving about it, I picked up mine from eBay (said I was a bit green), then his broke! At first I was disappointed as I don’t normally wear anything as small as a 38. However now I love it and wear it as an evening dress piece on holiday and in rotation. True though Jody it is very comfy and it sure does have the X factor too.

  • @drwindsurf
    @drwindsurf5 жыл бұрын

    I tend to bash my watches around too Jody...nice to see I am not the only one. Congratulations on picking up such a good example of the SARB. Thank you for another excellent video :)

  • @fuhrank
    @fuhrank4 жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad I picked one of these up a few years ago after watching several KZreadrs rave about it.👍

  • @wade5011
    @wade50115 жыл бұрын

    The SARB and the SARY line are some of the best Seiko has to offer. Great video!

  • @KlaasDeforche
    @KlaasDeforche5 жыл бұрын

    My SARB035 is my favorite watch, never regretted buying it. There is a lot wrong with it but it feels so right.

  • @keremalp4627

    @keremalp4627

    4 жыл бұрын

    I cant decide between 33 and 35. How does cream dial look in daily use.

  • @Archer335

    @Archer335

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kerem Alp, I’ve been wearing my 035 for about 4 years, every day. The dial is gorgeous. Pictures do NOT do it justice. Looks great with anything I wear.

  • @keremalp4627

    @keremalp4627

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Archer335 thanks for the help

  • @Archer335

    @Archer335

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kerem Alp, My pleasure.

  • @javiervega1395
    @javiervega13955 жыл бұрын

    Jody, if you look closely at the dial I believe it is actually a very dark brown not black. And mine did have an issue with the 6R15 movement.

  • @Starstreak170
    @Starstreak1704 жыл бұрын

    They're going for $600 new now, wish I had bought one earlier.

  • @Yos115

    @Yos115

    3 жыл бұрын

    Super expensive to buy one in the UK now!

  • @LorianandLothric

    @LorianandLothric

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I bought one last year for $300 before the price skyrocketed because sheesh...

  • @DouglasRosser
    @DouglasRosser3 жыл бұрын

    I just got an 035 from Amazon for just over $400 and consider myself truly fortunate. That cream dial has a gorgeous but subtle sunburst. In low light it almost makes the hands and markers look light-yellow gold.

  • @lordleonusa
    @lordleonusa5 жыл бұрын

    I am not presently in the watch buying market, (unemployed), BUT I do love my JDMs, notably the SARB017, which I absolutely adore. BUT I also have an SRPD15K1, which has 'that certain magic", I cannot take it off. Oh, and I have an SSA231K1. Sigh. So many Seikos, so little money. Och, and I have some Scots blood, so...

  • @GloveMaster02
    @GloveMaster025 жыл бұрын

    I bought it last year and only cost me £240.00. I still loving it. Mine still look like brand new, no scratch at all.

  • @oscarpatino3583
    @oscarpatino35835 жыл бұрын

    Cool tshirt en español, mi amigo! Nice vid. Thanks for being honest, that is very appreciated in my book.

  • @panosa963
    @panosa9635 жыл бұрын

    Hello Jody, great revue as usual. After your "Should you Buy a Seiko SARB 033/035" video I took the plunge on a 033 sold as pre-owned on fleebay, but in reality a factory refurb. The seller had quite a few. The watch came as new, with a minuscule scratch on the first link after the endlink, a clear sign of transport wear, for $350 US. Indeed, all your revue points are spot on. The X factror of this watch is the case design. It reminds me from it's side, of a Japanese warriors helmet, making it uniquely Japanese. The 033 replaced on my wrist, watches costing 30X more. Won't name names... If your are looking for an even more comfortable Seiko, try finding a 2011/12 model year SSA001/003/007/008 which while a 44mm case, it sits more comfortably on my 7.25" wrist. You might think this reference is unobtainium, but look for SSA192K1 (maybe you can revue it someday), a recent Limited Edition Re-release...Only Seiko does things this way. Regards!

  • @bertkanne4572

    @bertkanne4572

    5 жыл бұрын

    It sounds like this Seiko movement has qc problems if there are factory refurbs out there. Are refurbs originally bought back from customers that got lemons?

  • @panosa963

    @panosa963

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@bertkanne4572 The Seiko 6R15 indeed has QC issues, mostly lubrication (see Spencer Klein explanation) my particular unit is running @+5 sec/day with 280^ amplitude. My use of the term "refurb" was erroneous as the case was not opened. Maybe the better term to use is "cosmetic blemish". This kind of blemish is not uncommon (see "The Slender Wrist" revue of the SARB). Regards.

  • @philipmeiring3582
    @philipmeiring35822 жыл бұрын

    Dammit Jody. Bought a SARB033 at the beginning of lockdown (2020). Wore it as a daily, eventually sold it to fund a "grail" (which I bought, sold, bought, sold and finally bought again) and now after months of regret....a preowed SARB is on the way. Such a charmer, and honestly one of the greats.

  • @hawkeye454
    @hawkeye4545 жыл бұрын

    I have you to thank for my proliferating watch collection!

  • @adrianmorris3772
    @adrianmorris37725 жыл бұрын

    Nice watch, Jody. Shame about the price hike though. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Best regards from Adrian in good old Sheffield England.🥃

  • @pablorages1241
    @pablorages12415 жыл бұрын

    A great looking watch ...always wanted one ...actually ordered one ...turns out it was a fake ad ... simple but elegant ... wish i had one ... even though it is a little small

  • @alansmith8837
    @alansmith88375 жыл бұрын

    Hi jody al here from sheffield Eng. Ive got the 035 and its going nowhere , i love it , except that is the bracelet and the awful two hole adjustment. I love my bracelets but like them tight , unfortunately with mine i either cant close it or it slips over my wrist knuckle which is no good for me. Ive even thought about getting out my dremel and drilling a new hole but unfortunately theres not enough room to do so. I currently have it on a chris ward blue leather strap and it does look very good but i do keep going back to the bracelet to try and find a work around to tighten it slightly. Any ideas. Cheers jode. Alsheff

  • @Wildmountainsafaris
    @Wildmountainsafaris5 жыл бұрын

    Great review - the only thing I’d change about the watch would be a solid engraved embossed caseback rather than see a movement which isn’t worth seeing (same with most watched south of several grand)

  • @PT111111
    @PT1111115 жыл бұрын

    What do you get when you make a SARB033 with a only 10mm thick titanium case plus bracelet, AR coated sapphire crystal, perpetual calendar, tough solar multiband 6? The Casio Oceanus OCW-S100.

  • @Trex100
    @Trex1005 жыл бұрын

    Aahhh, I’ve known this vid was coming for a long time, but It was nice to hear you say it Jody. I must admit the original vid you made about the 035/033 left me a bit out of sorts. Everything is right again in the watch universe.

  • @christopherrumantono2384
    @christopherrumantono23845 жыл бұрын

    I just received my SARB033 which was pre-owned. Love it to death!!!!!!!

  • @rogexpo9430
    @rogexpo94305 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jodi. Nice review

  • @JasonSimonSmith
    @JasonSimonSmith5 жыл бұрын

    So good.. always bummed when I see a cool watch only to find out it's ~41mm+ case size.. 38mm is the Goldilocks..

  • @Movi3Cat
    @Movi3Cat5 жыл бұрын

    I’m wearing the 035 with a seiko jubilee. It looks gorgeous

  • @RGMGDA
    @RGMGDA5 жыл бұрын

    Yep...lovely watch,I bought both the black & cream dial,for myself & my wife a couple of years back before they were discontinued...very,very nice watches,like datejusts but better value ;)

  • @stevenharper6888
    @stevenharper68885 жыл бұрын

    Lovely watch. I’ve been thinking about one as a alternative to a Rolex explorer I won’t be able to afford

  • @JustOneMoreWatch

    @JustOneMoreWatch

    5 жыл бұрын

    Do it Steven, I've been looking at mine in exactly the same way all week. Like an Explorer 1 for 5% of the outlay.

  • @complicatedjason

    @complicatedjason

    5 жыл бұрын

    It’s better than the Rolex because you don’t feel the need to baby this watch

  • @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    5 жыл бұрын

    I agree. Classic looks. Decent specs. Decent prices on eBay.

  • @markplayford5836

    @markplayford5836

    5 жыл бұрын

    Just seen mine in a new light a poor mans explorer, loving that one 😁

  • @RickTait

    @RickTait

    5 жыл бұрын

    Agreed! I was thinking about the Smiths Everest PRS-25 as an alternative to the Explorer I I can't afford, but as a Seiko man, I think the SARB033 might just be the ticket.

  • @drewqqq
    @drewqqq5 жыл бұрын

    I love my SARB033. I am also considering the Strapcode Super Jubilee, but think it looks a bit thick... Would be very interested to see a video review. Currently, I have a stock SKX 22mm Jubilee hacked on and prefer it to the stock, despite being a bit of a shoddy modification.

  • @dustinr16
    @dustinr165 жыл бұрын

    I bought a SARB033 last year (February) after much deliberation between it and the SARB035. Loved the black dial in pictures but never did in person. The lack of AR coating was really bad with a black dial and I found the polished hands and markers disappeared on the dial sometimes. Also didn’t like the look of the white lumed dauphine hands. Ended up selling it in August and bought the SARB035 this past November. Much happier with the 035. The lack of AR is no where as much of an issue against the cream dial. The visibility of the markers are better and the lumed portion of the hands almost makes them look skeletonized against the cream dial. The overall legibility of the watch is greatly improved. My only complaints are I wish the dial was more white than cream and that the date wheel matched the dial. But I still prefer the SARB035 over the 033. Fantastic piece even at $500.

  • @PyskoDude
    @PyskoDude5 жыл бұрын

    i've had my sarb033 for coming on a year now and its my daily wear. unfortunately it is running around -45s a day but it still gets the job done. in certain lighting my black dial turns into a deep brown sunburst. also strapcode dont make the super jubilee for it unfortunately, they opted for the larger angus jubilee. i have mine on the skx013 jubilee with the sarb033 endlinks and despite missing a small center link at the integration point, the jubilee really suits it and makes it a comfortable wear. brings out its datejustness. and the side of the case is supposed to represent mt fuji.

  • @marmiki
    @marmiki5 жыл бұрын

    I came late too to buy a Seiko SARB033. In the beginning of the year I pulled the trigger on ebay and I bought one from Japan. After a month I had a bad surprise from customs in Brazil and they charged 60% in taxes. The final price for me was around U$770 (U$481original price). It was much higher price than the original but it worth for me. There is no regret even paying a lot of taxes in Brazil. This watch is amazing piece of horology. And there is a lot of these watches in the japanese market. It is not too late. Go ahead!

  • @planetdee3587
    @planetdee35874 жыл бұрын

    My Sarb035 has a 6R15C movement. I purchased in late 2015. So there is a mild upgrade with the watch you purchased.

  • @edmundchoy2992
    @edmundchoy29925 жыл бұрын

    Bought this in sapporo in 2014 and it has been a do it all watch for me from office to the weekend. The lumes are gone and its accuracy is off but its just right.

  • @scottsj4625
    @scottsj46255 жыл бұрын

    I have a Seiko that is not as nice as that but similar, 38 mm automatic. Great size for my 7-inch wrist. But the problem is the same with that, it only has two micro adjustments and if I take out a link it is too small and when I put it back in it is big. Sad it does not have enough micro adjustments. The clasp looks the same. I might sell it, or I could get swap the bracelet. Many seikos have lack of micro adjustments.

  • @jet-settingrogue761
    @jet-settingrogue7615 жыл бұрын

    Oh no😂 He said super JUBILEE ! Wait for the letter from Rolex 😂

  • @ashwinramesh1356
    @ashwinramesh13565 жыл бұрын

    Hey man! Can you review the corgeut Aqua terra homage from AliExpress? I'm really looking forward to buy that watch and keep it as my "one watch collection".

  • @dylvasey
    @dylvasey5 жыл бұрын

    I can't speak about the comparison as I've never owned any of the SARX line but I have owned four different vintage Datejusts and I have to say, for me - The SARB033 is every bit as good as any of them. Stupidly I sold mine :(

  • @shaunpearson7905
    @shaunpearson79053 жыл бұрын

    I went to find one of these. The black dial is a tad hard to find; white more common. I ended up getting distracted and bought a SARX055 "frosty" from a Japanese seller. I hope I don't regret it because man this is a beauty. I have a black shell cordovan strap awaiting the 055's arrival - should subdue the white/silvery dial. Peace.

  • @HunterAsesino1
    @HunterAsesino15 жыл бұрын

    I love my SARB033, but I also agree with your observations regarding the bracelet. That's why I've dressed mine up on a few leather straps, that I switch out to match what I'm wearing. But whether you're wearing it on a bracelet (dressy sports watch) or a strap (sporty dress watch), this piece never fails to impress.

  • @MisterKnightly
    @MisterKnightly5 жыл бұрын

    Seiko prices inflated?! No, that can't be true!!

  • @tehallanaz

    @tehallanaz

    4 жыл бұрын

    @tiestu just because you know Democrats rig elections doesn't mean you support Trump. Personally I find Democrats and Republicans equally pig headed.

  • @patrickh3718

    @patrickh3718

    4 жыл бұрын

    @Timothy Mckee you sir are a complete dipshit

  • @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    4 жыл бұрын

    As you can see I am standing in front of what appears to be a shit storm going on in the comments section.

  • @dparis2172

    @dparis2172

    4 жыл бұрын

    Only TDS losers equate Trump winning with Russia's help. Just sayin'.

  • @lanadewey3157

    @lanadewey3157

    4 жыл бұрын

    @tiestu i thought that man get an impeachment ?

  • @JuanPablo-do6pe
    @JuanPablo-do6pe4 жыл бұрын

    Muy buena la remera! Cheers from Argentina

  • @jacc88888
    @jacc888885 жыл бұрын

    It's growing on me, think I was wrong too. Used to think it looked like a watch worn by 'Colin from accounts' - solid but ultimately dull but actually it looks really good on the wrist. Almost tempted...

  • @felixunger3408

    @felixunger3408

    5 жыл бұрын

    jacc88888 - I've been tossing up on this for MONTHS. Have wondered why I haven't jumped right in. But you've summed it up ... it is definitely one for Col. Not that there's anything wrong with that. I've always said 'when in doubt, don't'. Especially after a price hike. I'll be opting for a Hamilton Khaki King. Great review as always btw.

  • @jacc88888

    @jacc88888

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@felixunger3408 Although lots of owners love them (inc Mr JOMW😉) so maybe there's a magic about them that a camera can't pick up. I must say the Khaki King would tick quite a few boxes for me as well. Enjoy!

  • @felixunger3408

    @felixunger3408

    5 жыл бұрын

    jacc88888 - yes, I suspect you're right. I'm still tempted by the cream dial but just can't 'pull the trigger'. I think the ubiquity of the Seiko aesthetic is part of the issue for me. They're solid timepieces to be sure but sometimes look so commonplace as to flatline aesthetically. Though I've only ever seen a SARB on the screen. I'm sure if someone gave me one I'd be delighted but it would be too much of a stretch to buy one in $AU at current prices. Having said that I'll probably regret not buying one.😆

  • @jacc88888

    @jacc88888

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@felixunger3408 It's hard when you can't see one in person to see what it's really like. If you prefer the look of the Khaki King maybe go for that (but always good to try it on in a store first if you haven't already of course) . I guess the 033 and 035s might keep their value or even go up over time so could be worse watches to invest in.

  • @trybeingakr

    @trybeingakr

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@jacc88888 I have a modest collection including sarb033, 035 and sarx033(white dial + blue hands). Both sarbs get a lot more wrist time than the sarx, which should have been an upgrade. Since there's no AR coating camera doesn't do these watches any justice. Both these watches are really really well proportioned and feel just right. Bracelet is a let down, but both are strap monsters

  • @TheShotenZenjin
    @TheShotenZenjin4 жыл бұрын

    The SARB033&035 still available at US $350-$400. Classic design, sapphire crystal, 6r15 movement, and signed crown. Their supposed replacements, the SZSB range, out March 26, 2020 have the inferior 4r36 movement, Hardlex crystal and unsigned crown are available for pre-order at Amazon Japan for around $400 (rrp$500). What this means is that a comparable standard to the sarb line Seiko watch will now cost you virtually twice the price (see new models of the sarb17). The bottom line: grab one of the Sarb033 or 035 models now while they are still easy to get at around $400.

  • @JKT-ul6kd
    @JKT-ul6kd5 жыл бұрын

    The SARB035 and SARB033 popped up several times on the Japanese Amazon site last month for ¥33,943 (about $320). Didn't buy one because I bought the 035 back in 2016. However, seeing that makes me wonder if they were really discontinued.

  • @jonoedwards4195
    @jonoedwards41955 жыл бұрын

    Yep, It's All Good! Great Review Dude. Go Manly!

  • @ryancurier4427
    @ryancurier44275 жыл бұрын

    What do you think about the classic Orient TriStar ? Have you already review it ? Thanks for your work 😉

  • @seikailu
    @seikailu4 жыл бұрын

    Hi,im just wondering if those BOX winders of yours could affect the watch accuracy.coz i have one of those winder and im worried that it could have magnetize my oris aquis

  • @dejankovac170
    @dejankovac1703 жыл бұрын

    Mine is on the safe place with full papers, warranty , JEN price, import documents in original box and without a scratch. more than doubled in price in few years. I also have some other seiko JDM jewels.

  • @giovannicordone1779
    @giovannicordone17794 жыл бұрын

    Hello Jody how can I protect the Glas of my watch

  • @denisdaly1708
    @denisdaly17082 жыл бұрын

    still a great watch. Im glad you are keeping it in ur collection.

  • @Crooked_Clown
    @Crooked_Clown3 жыл бұрын

    I was having a hard time understanding your words and I opened the subtitles and to my surprise the subtitles are having a hard time understanding as well. LOL!!!

  • @diogeneslantern18
    @diogeneslantern185 жыл бұрын

    Was thoroughly pissed that Seiko discontinued the Sarb 17/33/35 last year

  • @raybyrne9168
    @raybyrne91685 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video...I really want a sarb033

  • @christopherrumantono2384

    @christopherrumantono2384

    5 жыл бұрын

    There's pleny at Ebay or Amazon. Grab it before it disappears

  • @PiersC
    @PiersC5 жыл бұрын

    Where is the t-shirt from? I think the fine graduations on the chapter ring are part of the aesthetic.

  • @jamesmcnary4939
    @jamesmcnary49395 жыл бұрын

    I have an 035. Beautiful little thing. I prefer wearing it on a leather strap.

  • @juniorgentlemen7168
    @juniorgentlemen71685 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video

  • @andrei-cosmin.popa85
    @andrei-cosmin.popa855 жыл бұрын

    Mine gets magnetized often enough, which is annoying if you expect it to keep time really well. But It's a lovely day to day watch. Having paid 300 for it, I honestly think it's worth the price. Although that bracelet definitely belongs to another movie, the only thing I actually don't quite like it while I wear this watch is the fact it simply refuses to sit where I put it on my wrist. Still love it!

  • @michaelemonds
    @michaelemonds5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jody, I have a Sarx 035 a beautiful watch - slightly bigger with a much better bracelet than the Sarb.

  • @johnmichel1570
    @johnmichel15705 жыл бұрын

    Gorgeous watch

  • @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78
    @A_Dude_And_His_Watch785 жыл бұрын

    I want one. I have the SARY white dial but I think I like the size and lume on the SARB. I think one of those and a turtle and you have a nice two watch collection that would take you anywhere. Great video Jody!

  • @therealdeal7468

    @therealdeal7468

    5 жыл бұрын

    Got the SARB033, PADI turtle, Orient Bambino and orange monster (which my watch repair guy pretty much fucked up). I find that between the first three, there's a watch for every occasion.

  • @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    @A_Dude_And_His_Watch78

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@therealdeal7468 I have the sto turtle and the SARY along with a bunch of other watches. Love my Seikos

  • @williamparker2922
    @williamparker29225 жыл бұрын

    Great video and review. You got me looking into getting a used one.

  • @ivanruiz1856
    @ivanruiz18565 жыл бұрын

    Hey Jody what do think about the SARY057? How does it compare to the SARB033?