SBDC053 Avail in USA?

[No SUBctitute]

Am I correct that SBDC053 is not available for sale in the US? (If not, why won't they bring it here???) I think I will really like the watch, however, I have read reviews that complain about its finish--such as chapter ring alignment. I would love to be able to see and try on before buying. Does anyone know of any US bricks and mortars stores that have this watch?

Is there another US-spec similar Seiko dive watch that would fit the bill on size, blue dial, and rubber strap? That watch with the 6-series movement for about $600 seems like a good deal.

https://www.discountshop.com/Seiko-P...SABEgL7QPD_BwE

[1William]

I purchased mine from a US AD and it is a great watch and a lot of fun to wear.

[Lol-x]

I think the model number in the USA is different.

SPB053

It is a fantastic watch,

[Lol-x]

Also, this member is in the USA and I bought my SBDC053 from him.

Amazing deal and a great guy, I can say from personal experience.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...hlight=sbdc053

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Am I correct that SBDC053 is not available for sale in the US? (If not, why won't they bring it here???) I think I will really like the watch, however, I have read reviews that complain about its finish--such as chapter ring alignment. I would love to be able to see and try on before buying. Does anyone know of any US bricks and mortars stores that have this watch?

Is there another US-spec similar Seiko dive watch that would fit the bill on size, blue dial, and rubber strap? That watch with the 6-series movement for about $600 seems like a good deal.

https://www.discountshop.com/Seiko-P...SABEgL7QPD_BwE

There are US model numbers and JDM ones. They do not exactly correlate with each other. Like LOL-X mentioned it is available in the US.

[No SUBctitute]

Ugh....I was looking at the Japanese model number!

Thanks, guys, for setting me straight.

It is interesting that the Jap version is available for as little as $541. While the US version is available for about $791ll And one website says MSRP is $1110. I'm not sure thats right.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Ugh....I was looking at the Japanese model number!

Thanks, guys, for setting me straight.

It is interesting that the Jap version is available for as little as $541. While the US version is available for about $791ll And one website says MSRP is $1110. I'm not sure thats right.

You might not be looking at the Japanese MSRP from the Seiko dealers. You are probably comparing Japanese grey market to US authorized dealers. Two totally different things.

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by toxicavenger

You might not be looking at the Japanese MSRP from the Seiko dealers. You are probably comparing Japanese grey market to US authorized dealers. Two totally different things.

I was looking at grey market. Some selling the Japanese version. Some selling the US version. The Japanese version was much more available. And much cheaper.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

I was looking at grey market. Some selling the Japanese version. Some selling the US version. The Japanese version was much more available. And much cheaper.

Which grey market in the US are you looking at that cost more than grey market Japanese?

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by toxicavenger

Which grey market in the US are you looking at that cost more than grey market Japanese?

The SBDC053 is readily available online for around $600 or less.

I cannot find the US version for anywhere near that price.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

The SBDC053 is readily available online for around $600 or less.

I cannot find the US version for anywhere near that price.

My point is I don't think this watch is available on the grey market in the US. Only US AD's. So if you are comparing prices from a grey market in Japan yes they are gonna be cheaper. But you won't have a leg to stand on if there is an issue from most grey market dealers.

So you have to be okay with taking the lowest price with the thought that you might get stuck with something that isn't to your liking.

[J!m]

I got one recently too, second hand.

I haven’t taken it off since! It’s an amazing piece really. Shames most of the other brands we typically discuss around here.

I’m thinking of putting my blue isofrane on it.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by J!m

I got one recently too, second hand.

I haven’t taken it off since! It’s an amazing piece really. Shames most of the other brands we typically discuss around here.

I’m thinking of putting my blue isofrane on it.

There are better options than the Iso. One thing is the stock Seiko spring bars will not fit in the straps. So you need a thinner version with the stock tips like the Seiko bars.

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by toxicavenger

My point is I don't think this watch is available on the grey market in the US. Only US AD's. So if you are comparing prices from a grey market in Japan yes they are gonna be cheaper. But you won't have a leg to stand on if there is an issue from most grey market dealers.

So you have to be okay with taking the lowest price with the thought that you might get stuck with something that isn't to your liking.

Right. And I would like to be able to try it on first. I haven't even seen at an AD.

[J!m]

Originally Posted by toxicavenger

There are better options than the Iso. One thing is the stock Seiko spring bars will not fit in the straps. So you need a thinner version with the stock tips like the Seiko bars.

Lugs are drilled so I was going to just try Rolex bars first.

I know the Seiko bars are like logs- I have a pack of those too for my SKX007

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by J!m

Lugs are drilled so I was going to just try Rolex bars first.

I know the Seiko bars are like logs- I have a pack of those too for my SKX007

If you are talking about the Rolex #23-9291 bars the middle is 2.0mm. You can get them in there but they will be tough to get out. I use the 1.78mm option like these https://www.toxicnatos.com/collectio...12700892790896

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Right. And I would like to be able to try it on first. I haven't even seen at an AD.

Where are you located?

[J!m]

I already have the 2.0 bars in my Isofrane.

Yes it’s snug, but I didn’t need any special tools to get them in.

Probably better than loose anyway.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by J!m

I already have the 2.0 bars in my Isofrane.

Yes it’s snug, but I didn’t need any special tools to get them in.

Probably better than loose anyway.

Good deal. Just make sure the ends of the spring bars still have free movement. Back before I understood there were different sizes of spring bars I had forced some stock Fat bars into and Iso and later that day my strap disengaged. The rubber strap was so tight on the end of the springs bars it wouldn't let it work correctly.

[J!m]

No, it’s good.

The outer sleeve sits flush with the rubber and the pins move freely. It was in use for a while this way and no problems.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by J!m

No, it’s good.

The outer sleeve sits flush with the rubber and the pins move freely. It was in use for a while this way and no problems.

Good deal