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chinaski · 26 November 2020, 06:34 AM

Everybody needs an SKX. Cheap, durable and reliable.

Ny325 · 26 November 2020, 05:02 PM

I went with a classic Turtle SRP773. It’s a little on the big side for my 7 1/2 wrist though. I purchased it at a Seiko headquarters sample sale for a great price.

Walster · 27 November 2020, 11:32 PM

It looks like the SPB17X line is not available for purchase in the US market. Where are you all buying these?

RoscoPico · 28 November 2020, 11:56 AM

have always loved/owned rolex, but recently decided i didn't feel right paying today's prices for a sub/seadweller
went with this instead, SBGA029

jason042779 · 30 November 2020, 10:58 PM

I second the above - Turtle for entry-level, Willard or SPB series for mid-range. If going high-end, go Spring Drive, it's something a Rolex/Tudor guy won't have experienced and it'll blow their mind.

Dr. T · 4 December 2020, 09:18 PM

Agree with many of the comments here with one thing to add - if you're used to Rolex I would probably get a seiko diver on rubber and not the metal bracelet. I feel that the bracelet and clasps is where the quality difference is most noticeable. Love my skx and turtle (srp777) but wear them on rubber straps.

Low range: turtle. Awesome for the money. Mine is really accurate too. Design is exceptional even if finishing is not rolex level
Mid range: srp151/153/149/147/185 or 187. Movement upgrade on the turtle and better finishing
High end: sla033, sla043. Classic designs but pricey. Not as accurate as Rolex/Tudor in general though.

Lots of other options but above are my favourites!

bluecat128@mac.com · 31 August 2021, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mifune

Is that the SLA0033?? Man, it’s a beauty. If it is, you’ve got the 8L Mvt to boot...
You’re sitting sweet.

csx7034 · 1 September 2021, 05:46 AM

Just bought a Seiko Prospex SPB147, I agree wearing a Rolex and then a Seiko metal band is a disappointment. Love the rubber band models and this one has a great look.

oldman2005 · 11 September 2021, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mifune

Such a beauty

ap1 · 11 September 2021, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Gary Busey

This

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I agree with this big time. I’ve owned the more expensive SLAs but the cheaper SPBs are my keepers. I have the two limiteds with blue/grey and silver/white dials and love them. Spb213, spb149

scarlet knight · 12 September 2021, 01:54 AM

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26 November 2020, 06:34 AM	#31
chinaski "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Los Angeles Watch: SpeedyProExplorer1 Posts: 418	Everybody needs an SKX. Cheap, durable and reliable.

26 November 2020, 05:02 PM	#32
Ny325 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Traffic Watch: DW-5600BB Posts: 2,797	I went with a classic Turtle SRP773. It’s a little on the big side for my 7 1/2 wrist though. I purchased it at a Seiko headquarters sample sale for a great price.

27 November 2020, 11:32 PM	#33
Walster "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Florida Keys Posts: 147	It looks like the SPB17X line is not available for purchase in the US market. Where are you all buying these?

30 November 2020, 10:58 PM	#35
jason042779 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: DC Metro Watch: 216570, 18038 Posts: 102	I second the above - Turtle for entry-level, Willard or SPB series for mid-range. If going high-end, go Spring Drive, it's something a Rolex/Tudor guy won't have experienced and it'll blow their mind.

4 December 2020, 09:18 PM	#36
Dr. T "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Andy Location: London Watch: Rolex Explorer Posts: 47	Agree with many of the comments here with one thing to add - if you're used to Rolex I would probably get a seiko diver on rubber and not the metal bracelet. I feel that the bracelet and clasps is where the quality difference is most noticeable. Love my skx and turtle (srp777) but wear them on rubber straps. Low range: turtle. Awesome for the money. Mine is really accurate too. Design is exceptional even if finishing is not rolex level Mid range: srp151/153/149/147/185 or 187. Movement upgrade on the turtle and better finishing High end: sla033, sla043. Classic designs but pricey. Not as accurate as Rolex/Tudor in general though. Lots of other options but above are my favourites!

1 September 2021, 05:46 AM	#38
csx7034 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ca Posts: 38	Just bought a Seiko Prospex SPB147, I agree wearing a Rolex and then a Seiko metal band is a disappointment. Love the rubber band models and this one has a great look.

12 September 2021, 01:54 AM	#41
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,123	Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

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