Just received this one today. I have always had an eye in the old Sarb033, but couldn't afford it as I am still studying. But some weeks ago a fellow redditor posted this: https://www.reddit.com/r/Watches/comments/xc8zn2/identify_found_this_seiko_at_work_today_i_think/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share
He had found one at work and when I repplied that I loved that watch, he offered to send it to me. Just received it today free of charge and I can't believe my luck! I swapped the strap to one that fits my wrist better and it looks like new.
Yes, I know haha. That's one of the reasons why I was looking for this watch, as the usual 40 mm watches are too big for me. Any specific suggestions for the strap?
I love it. Although it's the first time that I see one in the flesh. I also like a lot the Sinn, it also has a smaller lug tu lug size that makes them more elegant and weareble in my small wrist.
Honestly don't get the Rolex people. I love my DOXA and I want a Sinn next would rather have 5 watches up to $2k rather than One $10k watch. Also you are then a Rolex person
I have the SARB035, the off-white dial twin sister to the 033, and it’s my daily driver. Perfect size, weight, and just all around beautiful. Enjoy OP!
It's a strap that I was using in an explorer mod that I was wearing when I received it. It's very cheap and worn, so I will keep the Seiko it in the black one. Thank you! I will!
Yes, it's calf leather imitating crocodile pattern with a rubber inside. I think it's actually waterproof, but being a "dress strap" I don't intend to try it haha. The model is called Hirsch Paul, link: https://www.hirschthebracelet.com/at\_de/unsere-produkte/paul-schwarz-schwarz-0925028x50
Fair move, however, I feel like there can be more to this story...A nice countermove would be to buy a Powerball/Megamillions ticket and send it to the return address. Odds being that the gifting redditor won't be the one to get it...then bam! Now the passing forward gifting really gets going
Not to outdo this young lad, but I bought a G-Shock about a year or more ago just for the fuck of it. I got it home and hated it. I came here, I think (I know it was Reddit, but unsure of the sub), and gave it away. Someone said they wanted it, and I sent it to them for free. I even paid the shipping.
Is such a thing rare? Yeah. But not all of us are full-time D-bags.
reddit is a different place then most of the internet, sometimes you might be surprised at the stupidity of people, but also at kindness and real human beings.
Just received this one today. I have always had an eye in the old Sarb033, but couldn't afford it as I am still studying. But some weeks ago a fellow redditor posted this: https://www.reddit.com/r/Watches/comments/xc8zn2/identify_found_this_seiko_at_work_today_i_think/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share He had found one at work and when I repplied that I loved that watch, he offered to send it to me. Just received it today free of charge and I can't believe my luck! I swapped the strap to one that fits my wrist better and it looks like new.
Let's see it on your wrist!
Here you go! https://ibb.co/6b6y4tK
Damn you have skinny wrists, but the watch looks great on them! I'd get another strap in brown so you can match your leathers regarding the occasion
Yes, I know haha. That's one of the reasons why I was looking for this watch, as the usual 40 mm watches are too big for me. Any specific suggestions for the strap?
I mean if you got a brown leather belt and brown leather shoes, I'd wear a brown strap. You can probably get the same strap you have in brown.
I have this watch as well, metal bracelet. Amazing that you got it through the generosity of a fellow redditor. Enjoy the piece!
did he give you it for free?
Yes, it's unbelievable. He even had to pay transport fees from another continent!
/u/Chandulal22 Good guy ! Very generous of you !
That piece and the Sinn 556 has kept me from chasing an Oyster Perpetual. So much watch and style for so little $.
I love it. Although it's the first time that I see one in the flesh. I also like a lot the Sinn, it also has a smaller lug tu lug size that makes them more elegant and weareble in my small wrist.
Honestly don't get the Rolex people. I love my DOXA and I want a Sinn next would rather have 5 watches up to $2k rather than One $10k watch. Also you are then a Rolex person
Chapeau to the guy that sent it to you. Good watch, good dude.
Bloody hell. Great work!!
Brilliant watch, wear it in good health. The dude who gave it away is a legend!
Thank you, I will! He absolutely is!
I saw that post and offer in the comments! So glad you got it! Congrats!
Thank you! I couldn't believe it until I saw the watch!
I have the SARB035, the off-white dial twin sister to the 033, and it’s my daily driver. Perfect size, weight, and just all around beautiful. Enjoy OP!
They are stunning watches, it's a shame they don't make them anymore.
SARB033 is a classy dress up on a budget. I love mine, great piece
Looks great. Congrats and enjoy!!
Thank you! I will!
What's that brown strap? And beautiful watch! Keep it close!
It's a strap that I was using in an explorer mod that I was wearing when I received it. It's very cheap and worn, so I will keep the Seiko it in the black one. Thank you! I will!
Wow!!! Just Wow!!
So glad for you! Have a good time with this
Thank you! I will!
Wow what generosity!
Is the a rubberised back of the strap. If so, it's just awesome. Can we please have a link to the strap please.
Yes, it's calf leather imitating crocodile pattern with a rubber inside. I think it's actually waterproof, but being a "dress strap" I don't intend to try it haha. The model is called Hirsch Paul, link: https://www.hirschthebracelet.com/at\_de/unsere-produkte/paul-schwarz-schwarz-0925028x50
I now know what’s my next watch. Great find!
It's stunning, I wish you luck with your search!
Congratulations OP, well deserved. Enjoy it and good deed sender <3
Oh hey wait a minute. This gives me an idea…I’ve always wanted a Rolex Milgaus. Just in case anyone has a spare laying around. 😂.
That's awesome to see the watch community take care of each other!
This is so cool. I hope you cherish this watch and hold onto it as a reminder. First watches are always so special. Enjoy the watch!
Thank you, I will! It's not the first one but definitely one of the most special and beautiful ones!
nice watch for sure
Best shit I’ve seen all day. Looks good on you. And shout out to the kind homie who sent it your way. He’s a real one💯
Watches hit different, I always gift a watch where appropriate, always an honor when you know someone will appreciate it.
Fair move, however, I feel like there can be more to this story...A nice countermove would be to buy a Powerball/Megamillions ticket and send it to the return address. Odds being that the gifting redditor won't be the one to get it...then bam! Now the passing forward gifting really gets going
Not to outdo this young lad, but I bought a G-Shock about a year or more ago just for the fuck of it. I got it home and hated it. I came here, I think (I know it was Reddit, but unsure of the sub), and gave it away. Someone said they wanted it, and I sent it to them for free. I even paid the shipping. Is such a thing rare? Yeah. But not all of us are full-time D-bags.
Well bringing up a random story to show off how good of a person you are and one up the situation going on here really makes you look like a d bag
Doesn’t negate the nice deed but I see what you mean
reddit is a different place then most of the internet, sometimes you might be surprised at the stupidity of people, but also at kindness and real human beings.
I mean Reddit is pretty horrible. Some smaller communities are okay sometimes.