[Anders From Finland]

Hi!

Back with another Seiko review. This SRPE43 cocktail time feels special. I was thrilled to hear that Seiko had decided to downsize the cocktail time for the 2020 release. I used to own a Sarb065 (original cocktail time) and even though I loved the looks and the dial is spectacular, it was just too large to be elegant on my wrist. The dial on this SRPE43 is stunning. I think that the decision to put arabic numerals on the dial (first time on a cocktail time) was a genius decision. Having the numeral only on every second hour makes sure the dial stays elegant and isn't overcrowded. It makes the design timeless and elegant in my opinion. Another positive thing that surprised me was that Seiko decided to put quick-release spring bars on the leather strap. That being said, the strap was not really my cup of tea, but nicer than the one on the sarb065. To summarize, I feel that this really is amongst the best watches you can get for around 400 euros.

For those that are interested, I will let the video do the rest of the talking
Hope you all are staying healthy and enjoy this video! If you have any questions, be sure to ask! (in the comment section of the video preferably, but here is fine too.)

Cheers,
Anders

 

[Disciple418]

nice

 

[Watchman Dan]

Nice review! I agree with your observations. Great to see Seiko coming up with such outstanding models to go up against all the micro brands. 38mm is the perfect size for a vintage style watch like this one. Dial is amazing like the first series. I just got the green one, because I needed one in my collection and this was the best green dial I found! Simply capivating! The glossy finished strap is the weak link, the plastic laminate feels slimy. I usually turn those backward deployent straps around too!

 

[denis0007dl]

I had one Seiko Presage, loved it, but I wish it had Sapphire chrystal. At end, I sold it.

 

[Anders From Finland]

Nice review! I agree with your observations. Great to see Seiko coming up with such outstanding models to go up against all the micro brands. 38mm is the perfect size for a vintage style watch like this one. Dial is amazing like the first series. I just got the green one, because I needed one in my collection and this was the best green dial I found! Simply capivating! The glossy finished strap is the weak link, the plastic laminate feels slimy. I usually turn those backward deployent straps around too!

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Thank you! I love the look of that green dialed version too! Somehting about emerald green and those gold tone indices just works great. The strap is one thing you def want to switch out to take it a step above!

 

[Anders From Finland]

I had one Seiko Presage, loved it, but I wish it had Sapphire chrystal. At end, I sold it.

I get that! This was a cocktail time presage I assume? I just got myself a SRPD97. It's 38mm and has a sapphire crystal. Great replacement for the Sarb035 model imo!