I just brought mine today and WOW! what can I say its a gorgeous watch the manta rays look phenomenal this will definitely be a collectable piece.
@iam_vivan
3 ай бұрын
Hey brother, is this watch worth buying in 2024. Was planning to get one, did you face any problems/ earlier scratches/ something like that or can you please help me with a short note review for this watch. Thank you.✨️
@CatProtector666
2 жыл бұрын
Just got one for my own! The watch truly looks spectacular! Awesome review!
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@gamers-in3ow
3 жыл бұрын
That's hexad bracelet is the perfect match for the samurai. Love it!
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
I agree! It's a great combination. The angular case matches the angular cuts on the links very well. 👍🏼
@mikkoluiro9968
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed! 👍
@ganck1147
10 ай бұрын
I have the one with the lighter dial & simply love that dial. Its so mesmerising & beautiful. I love this save the ocean manta ray dial so much that i also bought a turtle with the same dial. Love them both.
@TheCcmarine
2 жыл бұрын
That bracelet matches the Samurai perfectly 👍 Great looking watch!
@thispak
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review man, I just picked up the Dark Manta Ray and I absolutely love it!
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And congrats on getting one for yourself, I'm still loving mine too!
@thispak
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei thanks man! It's a beauty, one of the greatest Seikos ever made!
@Zotrax1946
11 ай бұрын
After almost 4 years of owning this totally amazing piece, it is still one of my most favourite in my collection. I still gaze on it when it’s on my wrist like a teenager in love… Seiko nailed it with this one🌊💙! By the way, I have on a heavy duty Zulu strap, the original was too cumbersome for me.
@arifazami8021
3 ай бұрын
Just bought it online last night. Good to know you are still mesmerized by it after 4 years! Can't wait for it to arrive!
@feiyiwu5288
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review! I just got mine yesterday, loving it! Mine doesn't line up, but that's ok, it looks so nice in person. Keep up the good work.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Hope you're loving the watch.
@jeffreygleaves2931
3 жыл бұрын
Waiting for this watch to arrive and your video just clobbered my patience. Always a struggle for me wondering if I should have got one of the other variations instead but watching this put ;me right in the comfort zone. This is going to be one of those watches where you get that little "Wow, awesome" feeling every time you look down to check the time.
@fermorales123
3 жыл бұрын
And how it was ?
@jeffreygleaves2931
3 жыл бұрын
@@fermorales123 Awesome of course. I put it on an Uncle Seiko Razorwire bracelet but the original strap is very comfortable. Since then I've bought the bright blue Turtle version and the Penguin feet Monster...lol I hope they discontinue them soon or I'm going to Save the Ocean and fund Fabien Cousteau single handedly!
@Scortd
10 ай бұрын
Debating on the light or dark manta ray. Beautiful bracelet, I'd go the same direction if i go with dark.
@Sn-tk8rq
3 жыл бұрын
The dial is beautiful. I like the details. The bezel not so much, too glossy. Thanks for the review!
@JayMonLoveDude
2 жыл бұрын
Waiting for mine. I also got the “J” model. Living in Germany, bought it in Miami, Florida. It was the last one available. Sent it to a friend in Canada because they don’t ship to Germany. Reason: Seiko doesn’t want the “Made in Japan” models to be sold in Europe. Watch got kidnapped in Canada by some crazy neighbors of my friend and the cops got it back. No joke. 🤣 Now waiting for it to be sent to me. Can’t wait to get it into my hands. It’s my first mechanical watch and what a story to tell when people ask where I got this.
@pedrination
Жыл бұрын
Crazy Adventure my friend! I actually brought it yesterday in a normal jewelry in Rimini, Italy 😂
@grewalaman
Ай бұрын
I got the Asia only release over the manga ray….did a side by side comparison and the Asia addition came out on top.
@spkuse
3 жыл бұрын
Getting into Seiko watches from a Casio and Deep Blue watch background. This looks purdy! Looks much better in a review than looking at static pictures on the web.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
It's a great watch - and it looks better in person than it does in the video! Hard to capture just how nice the dial is.
@TheOtherMisterRogers
3 ай бұрын
I've been looking for a long time for the perfect watch. So many look like others, so many look odd to be different, this watch though... this is it. Off to find a video with a lume shot. :) Side note, I see only 776 subscribers??? How is that possible? I was expecting to see over at least 100k,
@Juanjo191
2 жыл бұрын
It is such a beautiful watch! 😍 Looks amazing in both styles, can't decide which one I like the most. And you're right, it's probably made in Malaysia because mine is on the way and it came from there
@cfrost25071
7 ай бұрын
Oh my dang! 😂 i know this watch is worth buying when you start making up your own phrases. Lol i loved this video.I sold my samurai with pepsi bezel because the pip was way off. I hope my new manta ray doesnt let me down.
@dpioli
2 жыл бұрын
I just decided to buy this model after i saw it today in a store in Brazil, i like to have multiple strap options as well and i normally love strapcode and hate seiko bracelets but in this case The rubber strap seems too perfect for this watch. Thanks for the video.
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, hope you enjoy it! The included rubber strap is definitely a good one.
@eduardoecd
Жыл бұрын
I have buy one today, from Brazil as well. Daleee haha
@dpioli
Жыл бұрын
@@eduardoecd manda ver, é bem legal. boa sorte
@osirisravanz
3 жыл бұрын
Wow , what a beautiful piece!! Congrats 🍾
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Digital_Ken
3 жыл бұрын
Just got my srpe33 lighter blue dial. This dial makes me feel like I have a piece of ocean on my wrist. Details are out of this world 🌎
@peterghiz73
2 жыл бұрын
I bought one last year. I love it. It's a bit too big for me but I don't really care. You convinced me to ge the metal strap also. Thanks.
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, glad to hear!
@martinez1374
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, I enjoyed watching. I’ve ordered the watch it is the K1 not the J1 but looks identical. Do you know if the bracelet would fit my k1. ?
@froesei
Жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely! It's the same watch 👍🏻
@martinez1374
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@thegreatgambinowatchreviews
2 жыл бұрын
Looks great on that strapcode bracelet.
@ianseptian8333
8 ай бұрын
Best dial ever ❤
@richsun247
3 жыл бұрын
Great review. An actual SeaDweller like watch you won’t mind banging around. I’m waiting for my King Samurai J1 model as well. Looks great on the wrist
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
That was my thought as well, and it especially does when it's on the bracelet. Obviously two very different watches but there are some similarities in wrist presence, I think. Still loving mine and I'm sure you'll love yours as well!
@richsun247
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei i have watches from every luxury brand and i can say just because you wear a Rolex vs a Swatch it’s shouldn’t make you any less happier. They both tell the same time -/+0.05 give or take. Buy what you want, wear what you like.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more 👍🏼👍🏼
@darmamobilindo
Жыл бұрын
So cool 😍😍
@danielbonilla5916
Жыл бұрын
What is the watch you are wearing, it looks beautiful as well
@sidenei61
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! 😍👏
@khaungzawng3951
3 жыл бұрын
"OMG - it lines up" that's all I needed to see ;) Thanks, @froesei
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
😆
@jackjackmillar
2 жыл бұрын
Looks so good with the steel bracelet..
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. I almost never take it off the bracelet.
@jackjackmillar
2 жыл бұрын
@@froesei have you had any issues with the watch since you got it?
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
No issues whatsoever.
@spajke123
2 жыл бұрын
Hi man, great review. Is there quality and price differnce btw J and K model? There is only K model in my country, should i try to find J model from oder country, or by K model. Thanks, all the best!!
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! I've never handled the K model so I can't really comment on that, but I don't think you need to worry at all about whether you're getting the K or the J. I doubt there would be any noticeable difference in quality. If the K is the only one you can find I would go for it.
@Django19145
2 жыл бұрын
Where did you aquire the steel strap for the save the ocean please. Really like that bracelet.
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Strapcode
@vladorlovsky6623
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. I love StrapCode bracelet. Was it hard to put it on? Does it come with any tools?
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
No, it wasn't terribly difficult. Same as changing out any other strap with a metal bracelet. Any good quality spring bar tool is all you need.
@WATCHDAVID
3 жыл бұрын
I love this review so much!
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
@bryana8383
3 жыл бұрын
Is that a watch on your wrist or are you just happy to see me?
@blastb60
3 жыл бұрын
Hello great review!!! Quick question which bracelet did you get for it? Thanks!!!
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
www.strapcode.com/products/metal-ss-bcl20-b066
@patricj951
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for review! I am interested in a Seiko automatic diver and srpe33k1 has got my attention. I think it's the same watch as yours but with a stainless steel bracelet. I am just a bit concerned about the weight: a whopping 205g. Yes, it will be slightly lighter after removal of a few links to fit my 6,7 inch wrist. But it will likely still be 180-190g which is a substantial weight to carry on the wrist. Using a rubber strap will make it significantly lighter, of course. Have you measured the weight of this Manta Ray with the different bracelets?
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Patric, just be careful...the srpe33 is actually a much lighter blue dial. It's a different model than the 79. As for the weight, you are correct. It's not a light watch! But I actually like the heft and tue weight. It's feels substantial, but not heavy. I haven't weighed it with just the rubber strap, but it is a bit lighter, obviously.
@patricj951
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei Ok! When it comes to the weight it's of course also a matter of becoming used to it. Especially when I have not used my citizen BN0191-80L diver for a while(around 158g when it's adjusted for my wrist) I instantly react " oh, it's heavy" if I go from have used Citizen BM7430-89L titanium(~88g). But after a while I don't think about it. And another ~30g will likely not be a problem either.
@wojciech5177
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei do you have by any chance the lighter blue one also? i can't find any video that someone has both i can't decide between the spre33k1 and this dark one
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
@@wojciech5177 sorry, no I do not! I really debated between these two as well, and eventually went for the darker dial because I thought it would be a bit more understated, and I just really loved the dark blue tones. A tough call for sure, and I'm sure the 33 is really nice too.
@Sunil.Jamkhandikar
3 жыл бұрын
@@wojciech5177 It's really tough but I bought spre33k1 and for the comparison you can check the turtle version of Manta ray Light vs Dark Dial in this video kzitem.info/news/bejne/u5-jt4GpjH-fiqA
@s.marques3534
3 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome
@TheMaverick7766
2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Is there a way to guarantee getting the J1 model as opposed to the K1?
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Just pay careful attention to the model number of the version you're purchasing, and that will tell you which one you're getting.
@samcalderon5496
3 жыл бұрын
I really want the SRPE33 the color looks amazing but I’m afraid it will be too flashy. At the same time I’m afraid the dark manta will look too dull but I really want that rubber strap it comes with and I would plan on buying the same hexad bracelet as you it looks amazing.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
It's definitely a more subtle colour, but I wouldn't say it looks dull. I had the same concerns as you about the srpe33 but I've never seen it in person so I shouldn't comment on whether it's too flashy or not. Good luck with your decision!
@samcalderon5496
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei I watched your vid and some others a few times and placed my order for the Dark Manta and Hexad strap around 2 hours ago lol. Thanks for helping me decide 👍
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
That's fantastic, congrats! Hopefully everything arrives soon and you love both pieces 👍🏼👍🏼
@ezrabreath7499
3 жыл бұрын
Super nice 👍
@nikolaradojkov969
2 жыл бұрын
Dear friend,thank you for your nice review. When i heard that you mentioned bracelet fit, i hope you can help me. I want to buy metal bracelet for this watch, but when i saw that original one for srpe33 in most reviews has bad fit a canceled order. There is 3 options for me. Original M0FPA37J0 for samurai series before king Original M0FPA47J0 which is advertise and fited for samurai after save the ocean(great white shark and later) and also for king but as you mentioned, king case is deferent and bracelet is moving... 3.option is to buy strap code but i prefer original. Do you think that older original version has fit close to strapcode one because we all know that strapcode has a nice fit to all samurais or should i go only with strapcode? On M0FPA37J0 one it is written 37 on the end link and on the M0FPA47J0 it is written 47 on the end link. Thanks again, Nikola
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry I can't be more helpful, but the only bracelet I can comment on is the hexad strapcode one that I have. I don't have any experience with the Samurai Seiko bracelets, but the strapcode fit is indeed excellent!
@nikolaradojkov969
2 жыл бұрын
@@froesei thank you🙂
@jasonallen6836
Жыл бұрын
I have the SRPE33K1 with this same bracelet. its fantastic! I believe the only diffence is the lighter blue in the dial. It's a great watch!
@froesei
Жыл бұрын
It really is a great combination and suits the case design so well. Glad you're enjoying it!
@xiaogangzhang3010
2 жыл бұрын
is the stainless steel strap the accessories with the watch ?
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
The steel bracelet was purchased separately. The included strap is the blue silicone.
@juancarloscampos8229
2 жыл бұрын
Nice job , where did you purchase the bracelet
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It's from Strapcode. Their Hexad bracelet.
@darkpixel_1
3 жыл бұрын
such a great piece !! Can you provide the bracelet code ?
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Here you go: www.strapcode.com/products/metal-ss-bcl20-b066
@darkpixel_1
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei thank you !
@Fakercosmo-666
Жыл бұрын
Dây có ship về Việt Nam ko bạn
@tranwatches5416
3 жыл бұрын
Nice watch
@zsoltbarta261
3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Was there any problem with attaching the bracelet? I'm asking because stapcode customer service wrote me that it is not fit for srpf79k1. Many thanks!
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
No problems at all, it fits absolutely perfectly!
@a.c.h3792
3 жыл бұрын
What is the strap code again mate? I want the bracelet for this stunning watch. Thanks.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Here's the link: "Seiko Mod Samurai SRPB51 Curved End Hexad Bracelet | Strapcode" www.strapcode.com/products/metal-ss-bcl20-b066
@grahamwallace
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei thanks for the link. Just ordered the bracelet for my dark manta 😀
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Hope you're happy with it. Still loving mine.
@ciolobmw
3 жыл бұрын
Nice video
@s.marques3534
3 жыл бұрын
Do you think if you purchase one from Macy’s vs the online Seiko store it makes a difference in quality?
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
No, the place you buy it from shouldn't make any difference. It's the model number that distinguishes where it's produced, which is the one thing that could hypothetically make a difference, but even that I don't believe should matter. Generally it seems they are all produced to the same standard regardless of where that production takes place.
@taki384
3 жыл бұрын
I brought mine and even got a 30% discount at Macys and they are an authorized dealer.
@steelsteez6118
2 жыл бұрын
Nah, have bought plenty of Seikos from Macy's, they are legit. In fact, I have been pleasantly surprised a few times when I've received the "J" models from them as some have the "Made in Japan" on the dial.
@michimadiforever1458
3 жыл бұрын
Problem with your camera focus is that you have the word on the inside the box that the lens is focusing on and going back-and-forth from your watch too.
@h2008im
2 жыл бұрын
Where to buy the website
@quenepo67
3 жыл бұрын
Nice Review 👍, where I can find that watch?
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
www.ebay.com/itm/164922276495
@harisc137
2 жыл бұрын
Torn between the manta ray and the dark manta ray... Can't decide... Help..
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Haha, I had a bit of a tough time with that decision as well! All I can tell you is what I did, and that was to watch as many videos of each as possible, and look at photos, and decide which one you prefer. I don't think you can make a wrong decision. They're both great. Good luck.
@harisc137
2 жыл бұрын
@@froesei Thanks for the reply mate, i went into a store today that is a 1 hours drive to see them both in person and on my wrist. I didn't think that doing so would make the decision harder... aha so thinking about it, but i do think both are great respectively. The dark manta ray is more subtle and versatile, more comfortable with the silicone band also. The normal manta ray is a beautiful bright blue but would limit how versatile it is and what you could wear it with an overall fit. I will say both did look different in person then they do on HD videos etc due to certain lighting... Will keep you posted on my decision. How are you liking your dark manta since purchasing?
@JavierBonillaC
Жыл бұрын
I bought this watch and it is gaining 20 seconds every day. What quality control is that for a watch that is this expensive? 20 seconds per week is fine, but I am fixing almost 4 minutes every Sunday. My Casio Oceanus T200 is beautiful and is always satellite exact, solar powered and gorgeous. It even allows me to find my phone if lost. I do have buyer’s remorse.
@MrAgungPutra
10 ай бұрын
Make a more money to buy your expectations in better movement watch
@rickproductions9497
5 ай бұрын
You commented this under every video, you don’t know how watches work. Automatic watches easily might gain more than that per day. Seiko gives +20-35 seconds per day anyways and you are comparing a quartz solar watch to a mechanical watch. Please make some research on watches.
@Nizamik7
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Share the link to find bracelet please
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
www.strapcode.com/products/metal-ss-bcl20-b066
@grapevinelover1
2 жыл бұрын
How’s the watch serving you these days?
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Still enjoying it. Wearing it right now!
@Arshia295
3 жыл бұрын
NICE REVIEW ! could you please tell me your Wrist size in cm?
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Hi there, it's approximately 17.5 cm. And thank you!
@ROrneli
3 жыл бұрын
i got a white face king samurai that i really like , it does not say "made in japan" anywhere front or back, and that is fine, what really bothers me is that it does not even say where it was made which i think it is sneaky from Seiko to not even disclose where the watch was made.. japan? malasya ? china ? is anyone's guess.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Yes that's something that bothers me as well which is why I try to get either a "J" model or the JDM SBDC version. Often they are cased in Malaysia if it doesn't say Japan. However, I believe their quality control in those other non-Japanese factories has improved a lot over the years and is less of a concern now. Plus, that white version looks super nice so if you're enjoying it that's the main thing! I pondered getting that version for quite a while.
@ROrneli
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei i love the watch, looks awesome . One of my favorites
@viv3541
3 жыл бұрын
It's Made in China as per the official Seiko website
@dustycups
3 ай бұрын
Both J and K models are assembled in the same factory in Malaysia, from parts manufactured in China.
@n.l.6483
2 жыл бұрын
Fallen titan?
@TheIraniandream
2 жыл бұрын
I bought this watch for 50% off wow.. what a bargain... looks like their expensive 1968 limited edition
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
That is indeed a great deal. Huge value in this watch in my opinion. It may not be their most expensive movement, but the finishing, the dial, the ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal really elevate it way above its price point.
@sorinbarsan4869
3 жыл бұрын
👀👀👀👍👍👍❤
@viv3541
3 жыл бұрын
Great looking watch. However, you're paying $650 for a 4R36 movement that even a $250 Seiko has. Not the most accurate movement either. Ceramic bezel and sapphire are good additions, but Seiko pricing no longer makes sense.
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Not sure where you're getting your info from, but I paid 450 USD. I absolutely can appreciate and share your desire for lower priced watches but I'm honestly curious to know which watches you're thinking of that have comparable finishing, a ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal, a beautiful dial, and a reliable movement for that price. You can argue that they've moved too far up market with other Prospex models but I really don't think this is one of them.
@viv3541
3 жыл бұрын
@@froesei This watch currently costs over $600 in most parts of the world, if you got it for $450 then you're quite lucky. I agree on the external finish, but Seiko hasn't really kept up on the internals. The movement itself can be bought for $50 new. I like Seiko, but not sure if the price of new Prospex models is justified.
@gonzolak83
3 жыл бұрын
@@viv3541 I was exactly like you. Got my Willard Steeldive for 80$ and thought it's ticking all value boxes : ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal, seiko movement, nice finish. Why on earth Seiko wants 500-600$ for same specs?? Then I got light blue manta ray samurai. Boi I was wrong. This is on another level compared (IMHO). First and most important : DIAL. It's INSANE. I mean it. Video, photos don't do ANY justice. There is no other microbrand, homages that even come close to it. For that alone it is worth it in my opinion. On cheap microbrand and homages luma is ok but when you compare it to Seiko it's no match really. I mean color accuracy , bright etc. And last there are some very small details that you start appreciate after some time.
@kelorednaxela
Жыл бұрын
Took out the watch from the botch and put it on the risk. XD
@CaptainPure
Жыл бұрын
why is this made in jp ?!
@ЖопаСручкой-о5о
Жыл бұрын
Что красивее сertina или seiko?
@froesei
Жыл бұрын
Certina has been catching my eye lately. They have some really nice releases and seem very reasonably priced.
@teecee9660
3 жыл бұрын
would be great as a 40mm..
@froesei
3 жыл бұрын
Well, it does wear smaller than its dimensions might suggest because of the case shape and relatively short lug to lug measurement, but you're right it's not a small watch. It definitely has a wrist presence.
@jhschaustz9615
2 жыл бұрын
The low budget Rolex submariner
@froesei
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, or the Sea-Dweller (Deepsea). Larger case and blue dial.
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