The Seiko Cocktail Time SRPB77 & SRPD37 Review - The Best Dial for $400

The draw to watches for every collector is different, for me, design, particularly the dial, is at the top of the list in terms of the aspect of a watch that draws me in. As to me, the dial helps make or break a watch on whether I am going to buy more than anything else. And as we rise the ladder of complexity in watches, the level of dial making and mastery can reach incredible levels of craftsmanship, yet you usually are always paying for it. Yet today we look at two watches from Seiko, the SRPB77 and SRPD37, falling under the cocktail time family that for around $400 are the best dials that you’ll find for the price.

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[michaelfierman]

Oh good. Any excuse for a cocktail this morning is a good one for me.

[travisamerica]

Teddy, I don't usually comment. I tend to be quite a passive viewer of the content. But these macro shots are really amazing. The key, I think, is your exceptional lighting. It's so good! Thanks for these stunning shots. And good luck to you.

[jakebjones]

I've never looked into watches, nor do I regularly wear one, but after stumbling across this video I've been really fascinated at how they actually work and the designs that go with them. I've been bartending for 6 years, and after learning about this watch I figured it would be the perfect gift to myself to reflect my career. I've just purchased the SRPB43J and am in love with it. Cheers Ted!

[BryanCheong]

The dials are lovely, but what I'm really mesmerised by are those gem-like blue hands.

[jkacnt]

The seiko cocktail is what got me into watches! Glad you mostly liked them!

[yukoneo]

I've recently acquired the Green one and the white one, both with leather straps. The Green one now has a Miltat Stainless bracelet, while the Green one has an alligator with the Hadley Roma Butterfly clasp. And for 'me', this is the ultimate combination....

[adrienwang]

When daddy teddy makes a video of a watch you already own 😩👌🏼

[FXAllThingsFun]

A proud owner of cocktail time blue-moon here. what amazing dials Seiko put into this line!

[KILLERomeo]

You’re thinking about a watch for a whole day BAMMMM! Teddy’s video for the exact same watch comes up the next day! Perfect video...Perfect Timing 😉

[JWD]

I started taking an interest in watches last year after a client of mine bought me a Seiko SKX007 as a gift, I now have 6 watches and I am well and truly sucked into the addiction of horology

[EverydayWatchGuy]

Love the macro shots in this video. Keep up the great work Teddy!

[iAPX]

I have a "Japan" SARB065 w/ 6R15D, "Japan'" meaning japan-made and for japan only, its dial is a killer, any light, any season, it just shine.
The whole Cocktail Time série are killers, including "Made In Japan" 4R watches (4R35 and the exciting 4R57).

PS: my 6R15D was running consistently on COSC limits, wether it's on my wrist, on rest or on of my winders. Incredibly precise.

[jwb]

Honestly these are some of the most beautiful watches at any price range! Great value and a good first "proper" watch.

[jasonsmith]

Hey Teddy. New fan here just getting into watches. I just got the SRPB77 and I love it. Thanks for all the content.

[cappy]

I didn't appreciate ⌚ for a long time but couple yrs ago I fell in love with mechanical watches and bought a Seiko 5 and mojito cocktail time. Love both of them

[derpio]

Today I started my watch collection with the green srp37 this watch ⌚️ is stunning. Thanks for the review from Germany.

[springinfialta]

I have the blue one. It's beautiful. I got it for under $300 with coupons at Macy's. If Macy's is still a going concern after the lockdown, I would definitely check them out if you want the Seiko Cocktail Time.

[alextomlinson]

I have the SRPD46J1 which is beautiful and another example of Seiko punching well above their weight. Presage quality of finish is the nearest thing to Grand Seiko in the affordable price range. I have a 6 3/4 inch wrist and it wears perfectly. Fabulous value.

[handcoding]

I dig the jacket, man. So befitting of a pairing with the Cocktail Time!

[RedwoodAggie]

Thanks for taking a look at these models, Teddy. The SRPB41 (blue dial) is my favorite, and I plan on picking one up some day. As for size, it's great for my 7-1/4" wrist, but I can understand people with small wrists wanting something more the size of the SARB033. I too would love a sapphire crystal, but I know that would jack up a price a fair amount with sapphire in that same domed shape. For those really concerned, Long Island Watch sells a sapphire replacement for this line for $99, but you'd probably want a watch maker to install it. Those movements being within 10 seconds a day is nice, and really more than I even expect for the price point.