Best Watch for a Tight Budget ($350!) | Watchfinder & Co.

The best of anything is often well out of reach of most people. But that doesn’t mean good and even excellent should be too. Seiko is one brand that gets this, utilising volume and technology to cater to an audience looking to appreciate a fine, mechanical watch for a price that’s a bit more down to Earth. Here are three reasons why the new $350 SRPD is one watch you should be looking at.

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[Aladdin]

I'm glad you listened to us .... Now it's ur turn to receive this ... A BIG THANK YOU ❤️❤️❤️

[awesomekitty]

Finally.. A watch I can actually afford in Watchfinder

[burnoutvista]

the Apple Watch was my gateway drug into the world of watches. I wasn't even interested in the Apple Watch until my dad got one for free and gave it to me, and I tried it on because it was - well, free. Once I got used to wearing a watch, I got annoyed with how I had to charge it, so my eyes began to wander. Now I'm 4 watches deep into Seiko and eyeing that Grand Seiko...

[sauravsingh-muib]

Never thought my watch would be on watchfinder one day❤️❤️❤️❤️
Seiko❤️

[icalexander]

Good on you for giving this little gem the same care and treatment you'd give top tier $20+K watches. Really shows that you're a true watch lover rather than just someone who wants to sell the most expensive stuff because it makes you money. A tip of that hat to you for this lovely review.

[BetamaxBabe]

Never thought I'd see a 4R36 or some such under Watchfinder's macro lens, and I'm here for it!

[AaronDAntoni]

How this channel continues to write just good videos is beyond me. It doesn’t matter if watchfinder is explaining grand complications or they are heaping prays on a modest seiko brand. This channel nails the sense of wonder for watch enthusiasts. Good job please keep the content coming.

[ChrisPFries-kzvf]

I told you
He can make "cheap" watches look like it cost $15, 000

[edk]

Seiko: An undeniable powerhouse watchmaker. Reliable. Affordable (or expensive, if you want that too). Durable. Historical. Tough as sh*t!

[petartrifonov]

Minor correction: the caseback is not sapphire, great content though!

[stirfryjedi]

"It's a sign of the times. The SKX lasted way longer than anyone expected, way longer than any other watchmaker cared to brave, but the time has come for a new era. And rather than be an era where the mechanical watch dies as younger audiences move into gadgetry instead, Seiko is doing its level best to keep what we all profess to stand for....alive. Sometimes, I wonder if there are those who would rather see the industry collapse, than change. And that's why the SRPD is such great news - not just for those who don't have thousands to spend - but for everyone else, as well. It's an investment in the future of mechanical watchmaking, in a package that looks just about perfect. A siren call to the apple-watch-wearing generation, that will one day have the power to pull this thing we hold so dear, out...from under our feet. All it takes is an image, a thumbnail perhaps, a passing glance, and mechanical watches are another person closer to being safe for many decades to come. Could the SKX do that?"

Pure poetry.

[MilitaryHistory]

Anyone else wearing a Seiko whilst watching this?

[tanguymollard]

I genuinely appreciate how you manage to make content about an entry-level piece as rich and entertaining to watch as for a top-notch timepiece. Love this channel!

[LukeFerg]

I waited a long time for you to give Seiko its due. From all of us here, that started with a Seiko, Thank you sir. This is my favourite of your videos ever!

[ExpeditedProductions]

Massive SKX you brought up excellent points on the SRPD keeping the interest of mechanicals alive! Very well presented and thought out points. I was disappointed when the SRPD lost its ISO rating....but I think you may have converted me on it. Very well done.

[redbarchetta]

They are also amazingly comfortable to wear.

[samhargrave]

I have to say - just got a seiko presage for my 18th. I'm in love with it. The dial is simply stunning, and seiko are second to none in this price range

[timpricedrums]

Just waiting for mine to arrive in the post. I’m 42 and it’s the first real watch I’ve owned. I’m looking forward to it 😊

[NathanRohr]

I've watched every one of your videos for the past 2 1/2 years, roughly, and your voice is so enjoyable to listen to. I didn't think it could get any better....until I just heard you say "flying fancy"! Sufficiently made my day.

[glenvillanueva]

I got the blue one. After fine tuning, this watch will be on my wrist for a very long time. I never get tired of looking at it. I don't get the same satisfaction wearing a smart watche. I got few band I swap every now and then... I love it.