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JTL31 · 11 January 2023, 06:09 AM

SPB333. Let’s see if this will be the Seiko that stays in my collection! I’ve had issues with proper fit or style/color too similar to my definite “keepers”.
If it’s a keeper, it’ll show up in a WRUW thread.
Again, Seiko claims limited edition yet 5,000 are being made.

RW16610 · 11 January 2023, 09:40 AM

Congrats, Janet! Another great looking watch that I'm sure will look even better in person. Stunning dial and what appears to be a ceramic bezel insert. Hoping this one fits better than the last. Enjoy in good health.

JTL31 · 11 January 2023, 10:23 AM

Thanks Rommel! You are always so kind with your comments. It’s actually a metallic bezel with a striated texture on it. I’m cautiously optimistic! Lol

brandrea · 11 January 2023, 10:29 AM

Norma approved

I hope it works out well for you! Such a unique looking dial

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JTL31 · 11 January 2023, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Norma approved

I hope it works out well for you! Such a unique looking dial

Good ‘ole Norma

That dial is unique to a diver. Looking forward to seeing it IRL.
How did Norma’s Christmas present to your wife go over?

brandrea · 11 January 2023, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by JTL31

Good ‘ole Norma

That dial is unique to a diver. Looking forward to seeing it IRL.

How did Norma’s Christmas present to your wife go over?

I'm interested to see your incoming photos.

Andrea loves the mug. She has her morning coffee in it every day.

Sorry for making this all about Norma

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JTL31 · 11 January 2023, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

I'm interested to see your incoming photos.

Andrea loves the mug. She has her morning coffee in it every day.

Sorry for making this all about Norma

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No problem, Norma is adorable! And, we all know how fond of her your family is.
I’m hoping the watch won’t look like a dinner plate on me. I seem to run into that issue a lot. Maybe the watch gods are just trying to tell me to STOP buying

1William · 11 January 2023, 10:19 PM

Congratulations. A very cool watch.

BNA/LION · 12 January 2023, 09:37 AM

Nice!

JTL31 · 18 January 2023, 09:20 AM

It’s here! I’m pleasantly surprised with the fit. The dimensions just seem to make it work for me. It doesn’t appear to look any bigger than my Sub. As you can tell, I’ve already picked out a few summer straps. Lol. The nato pic is all glare from the store lights.

JTL31 · 18 January 2023, 09:52 AM

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JTL31 · 18 January 2023, 09:54 AM

Check out that dial :)

Rebel · 18 January 2023, 11:41 AM

Sweet.

Cru Jones · 18 January 2023, 05:16 PM

Looks fantastic. Thanks for the IRL photos.

1William · 18 January 2023, 10:09 PM

Looks great.

scarlet knight · 19 January 2023, 12:19 AM

Very attractive!

RW16610 · 19 January 2023, 09:58 AM

Wow, it's stunning and fits you very well! Seiko has some out of this world dials, I'm blown away by that picture and assume it shows up even better in person, of course. Enjoy in good health.

ZOOK · 19 January 2023, 10:32 AM

Great looking watch. Thanks for sharing the photos.

Hankman · 19 January 2023, 10:58 AM

That IS, a nice looking piece, congratulations. For sure looking even better on that light blue strap.

JTL31 · 20 January 2023, 02:26 AM

Thank you everyone for your responses & kind words!

I was going to post a pic of the watch combined w/my white gold sapphire & diamond ring but Tapatalk would not let me sign in today (surprise-surprise lol). Trust me, they look nice together!. Monochrome-watches.com does a really nice review of this SPB333; labeling it as the accessible alternative to the White Birch. I also came across an article on their site on how the White Birch dial was made; for those interested it’s worth reading.

Well, I think it’s safe to say I have found my Seiko “keeper”!

Various AD’s laugh at me when prior to purchase I always ask jokingly if that particular watch will still look okay when I’m in Assisted Living @80+. It might stand out, and look too large then, but my “keepers” are going to be with me for a long time yet, just maybe not THAT long.

RW16610 · 20 January 2023, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JTL31

Monochrome-watches.com does a really nice review of this SPB333; labeling it as the accessible alternative to the White Birch. I also came across an article on their site on how the White Birch dial was made; for those interested it’s worth reading.

Remarkable attention to detail - thanks for suggesting that read. Such a lovely, unique dial and prior to this I had no idea how it was done.

https://monochrome-watches.com/how-e...ended-reading/

Doc Olives · 20 January 2023, 02:41 PM

VERY nice. Wear in good health

JTL31 · 21 January 2023, 04:27 AM

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Originally Posted by RW16610

Remarkable attention to detail - thanks for suggesting that read. Such a lovely, unique dial and prior to this I had no idea how it was done.

https://monochrome-watches.com/how-e...ended-reading/

Thanks for posting the link Rommel.

Have a good day :)

JTL31 · 21 January 2023, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Doc Olives

VERY nice. Wear in good health

Thank you!

I find myself often looking at the dial, then realizing I don’t even know what the time is.

Yes, I have found my Seiko “keeper”. I like the fact it’s a dive watch too from a brand with such a storied history.

jaySL350 · 21 January 2023, 08:32 AM

Congrats Janet,,,
Superb dial,,,

Jackie Daytona · 21 January 2023, 12:26 PM

Congrats. Definitely a cool and unique watch

gpeg · 21 January 2023, 01:21 PM

Big congrats, that's an awesome looking watch.

JTL31 · 22 January 2023, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jaySL350

Congrats Janet,,,
Superb dial,,,

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Originally Posted by Dontknow

Congrats. Definitely a cool and unique watch

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Originally Posted by gpeg

Big congrats, that's an awesome looking watch.

Thank you Gentlemen!

I agree that it’s a very unique/unusual dial for a diver. I think that’s where the “fun” factor comes in. :) The specs on this watch are respectable too! I’m pleasantly surprised it fits as my wrist is just shy of 6”.

Am interested to see how the “limited” edition plays out, or is it just another marketing gimmick. Ebay seems to have 3-4 models a day that get cycled through fairly quick. The AD I purchased from, that has many Seiko offerings, had to request a transfer from another store within their chain and only had 2 in stock.

Have a fabulous weekend everyone.

kl2244 · 22 January 2023, 03:26 PM

Looking good!

Strodda · 23 January 2023, 09:04 AM

Nice pickup and that dial is incredible.

11 January 2023, 06:09 AM	#1
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	On the way :) SPB333. Let’s see if this will be the Seiko that stays in my collection! I’ve had issues with proper fit or style/color too similar to my definite “keepers”. If it’s a keeper, it’ll show up in a WRUW thread. Again, Seiko claims limited edition yet 5,000 are being made.

12 January 2023, 09:37 AM	#9
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,193	Nice! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

18 January 2023, 11:41 AM	#13
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	Sweet. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

21 January 2023, 12:26 PM	#26
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 5,803	Congrats. Definitely a cool and unique watch __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 116400GV \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

11 January 2023, 09:40 AM	#2
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,963	Congrats, Janet! Another great looking watch that I'm sure will look even better in person. Stunning dial and what appears to be a ceramic bezel insert. Hoping this one fits better than the last. Enjoy in good health.

11 January 2023, 10:23 AM	#3
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	Thanks Rommel! You are always so kind with your comments. It’s actually a metallic bezel with a striated texture on it. I’m cautiously optimistic! Lol

11 January 2023, 10:29 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,587	Norma approved I hope it works out well for you! Such a unique looking dial Sent from my SM-G960W using Tapatalk

11 January 2023, 10:19 PM	#8
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,671	Congratulations. A very cool watch.

18 January 2023, 09:20 AM	#10
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	It’s here! I’m pleasantly surprised with the fit. The dimensions just seem to make it work for me. It doesn’t appear to look any bigger than my Sub. As you can tell, I’ve already picked out a few summer straps. Lol. The nato pic is all glare from the store lights.

18 January 2023, 09:52 AM	#11
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	Delete

18 January 2023, 09:54 AM	#12
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	Check out that dial :)

18 January 2023, 05:16 PM	#14
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,475	Looks fantastic. Thanks for the IRL photos.

18 January 2023, 10:09 PM	#15
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,671	Looks great.

19 January 2023, 12:19 AM	#16
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,136	Very attractive!

19 January 2023, 09:58 AM	#17
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,963	Wow, it's stunning and fits you very well! Seiko has some out of this world dials, I'm blown away by that picture and assume it shows up even better in person, of course. Enjoy in good health.

19 January 2023, 10:32 AM	#18
ZOOK 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Dave Location: PDX Posts: 8,882	Great looking watch. Thanks for sharing the photos.

19 January 2023, 10:58 AM	#19
Hankman "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Japan Posts: 183	That IS, a nice looking piece, congratulations. For sure looking even better on that light blue strap.

20 January 2023, 02:26 AM	#20
JTL31 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Janet Location: USA Posts: 3,143	Thank you everyone for your responses & kind words! I was going to post a pic of the watch combined w/my white gold sapphire & diamond ring but Tapatalk would not let me sign in today (surprise-surprise lol). Trust me, they look nice together!. Monochrome-watches.com does a really nice review of this SPB333; labeling it as the accessible alternative to the White Birch. I also came across an article on their site on how the White Birch dial was made; for those interested it’s worth reading. Well, I think it’s safe to say I have found my Seiko “keeper”! Various AD’s laugh at me when prior to purchase I always ask jokingly if that particular watch will still look okay when I’m in Assisted Living @80+. It might stand out, and look too large then, but my “keepers” are going to be with me for a long time yet, just maybe not THAT long.

20 January 2023, 02:41 PM	#22
Doc Olives "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: US Posts: 22	VERY nice. Wear in good health

21 January 2023, 08:32 AM	#25
jaySL350 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: jay Location: North London Watch: BBG,Hulk,16013,DJB Posts: 3,278	Congrats Janet,,, Superb dial,,,

21 January 2023, 01:21 PM	#27
gpeg Banned Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 55	Big congrats, that's an awesome looking watch.

22 January 2023, 03:26 PM	#29
kl2244 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: United States Posts: 150	Looking good!

23 January 2023, 09:04 AM	#30
Strodda "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: TX Posts: 11	Nice pickup and that dial is incredible.

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