olly593 0 Posted August 29, 2012 First of all i want to say a big thanks to Ted (Balad1) for buying this watch for me from Amazon in the US and shipping it over to the UK without any benefit to himself, this is what this forum is about, people who love watches helping each other out. Any Noob's reading this trust me as i am still one of you, the banter and abuse that's passed around is not meant to offend anyone and its all in good nature (Well Mostly), ask a stupid question expect the onslaught of piss taking, that's just the way it works. Anyway onto the watch, i have never actually owned a Seiko before and i am happily surprised by just how well made they are. This one is powered by a Seiko 23J Automatic Movement with a smooth sweep and so far its been very accurate on the time. It's a 43mm case so it does have some wrist presence and being a Seiko Divers watch the lume is fantastic. It's is also water resistant to 100m, not the 200m of the Monsters as it lacks a screw down crown etc but 100m is more than enough. All in all its a fantastic watch and for the price of a 21J Cheapy i am in no doubt as to how good a buy they are. Anyways onto the Pics Obligatory Wristy Crap Lume Shot, but the best I could do using a bed sheet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted August 29, 2012 Holy shiite... I like it!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oscarmadfish 0 Posted August 29, 2012 oscar gives this the thumbs up i like this watch and well done Balad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baxter 6 Posted August 29, 2012 Nice watch and bravo Ted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kieron1968 0 Posted August 29, 2012 lot of love for Seiko, I've got 4 Seiko watches and love em all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scorpion 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Very Nice - love the exhibition back, I almost bought the Orange Monster but found RWG and it turned my ££££ into some reps instead! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leigh 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Nice mate, I have an all white version and have to agree, for the price these are top notch! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balad1 0 Posted August 29, 2012 The best part was that Olly found it on Amazon for $110 (free shipping). What a nice gen with a reliable Seiko movement at a great price. Wear it well my Friend. PS: From Hawaii to UK in 1 week, no customs issues. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
conx 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Smashing And well done Balad - top job ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balad1 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Olly is a great guy and it was my pleasure to assist him. I would be glad to help other members at any time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onionbag 1 Posted August 29, 2012 A triumvirate of scrummy goodness...........Ted, Olly and the Monster. :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gB. 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Well done! I love me some Seiko monster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oscarmadfish 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Nice mate, I have an all white version and have to agree, for the price these are top notch! NICE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted August 29, 2012 Seikos really are great value for money - superbly built, reliable, yet cool at the same time Great choice, and kudos to Balad! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odyseus 1 Posted August 29, 2012 yep, everyone's got to own a Seiko Diver watch .. I guess this will have the 7S26 movement in it??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyril_Clunge 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Nice watch and respect to Ted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HWG 11 Posted August 29, 2012 That is a monster, nice pick up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thunder92 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Well done. Nice watch. Love my orange monster. Great lume! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balad1 0 Posted August 29, 2012 yep, everyone's got to own a Seiko Diver watch .. I guess this will have the 7S26 movement in it??? 7S36 according to reports I read. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
olly593 0 Posted August 29, 2012 Thanks Guys it's a great watch and I'm really pleased, so glad I didn't order a Planet Ocean, would be bricking it now with UK customs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ics1821 0 Posted August 30, 2012 Nice best bang for the buck gen divers ou there.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtwc 1 Posted August 30, 2012 Great watch and much applause to Ted for helping you out. I too love my Monsters, a black and a blue (ltd ed) one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mulder 0 Posted August 30, 2012 Seiko have not made a real decent watch for years. That watch though is an eye opener. I would own that in a heart beat. Very freaking sweet! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted August 30, 2012 Seiko have not made a real decent watch for years. Not even the Spring Drives?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites