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Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:23 pm
by toxicavenger
I ordered it last week on Friday, Mimo's had it in the mail Saturday, and I received it today. You can't beat that.

I just did a video on it also.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:25 pm
by CGSshorty
That's pretty hot, T.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:26 pm
by smalls
Looks great Terry. This definitely got added to my list. Also liked the video with the comparison shots.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:30 pm
by toxicavenger
CGSshorty wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:25 pm
That's pretty hot, T.
It honestly is Chris, and i wasn't expecting much. But it surpassed my expectations.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:34 pm
by 59yukon01
Cool watch for sure and congrats!

Dibs if you change your mind.

I've wanted to buy this one so bad I dreamed I did last night.

At least I think it was a dream.



Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:35 pm
by toxicavenger
smalls wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:26 pm
Looks great Terry. This definitely got added to my list. Also liked the video with the comparison shots.
I will compare it to a SKX soon also. It wear perfect Matt and since you are a Tuna guy you would love it. :salute:

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:35 pm
by toxicavenger
59yukon01 wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:34 pm
Cool watch for sure and congrats!

Dibs if you change your mind.

I've wanted to buy this one so bad I dreamed I did last night.
At least I think it was a dream. Image
Use my code in my video at Mimo's and it is 35% off. :cheers:

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:40 pm
by 1954Selmer
That is a super cool watch and amazing discount code!

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:15 pm
by mfxr
I was just looking at these a couple of days ago - will check out your vid later.

You may cover this, but how does it wear size wise compared to a NAFT? :lol:

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:19 pm
by toxicavenger
mfxr wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:15 pm
I was just looking at these a couple of days ago - will check out your vid later.

You may cover this, but how does it wear size wise compared to a NAFT? :lol:
It fits better imo. The Turtle wears a little to big on me.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:28 pm
by 59yukon01
toxicavenger wrote:
59yukon01 wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:34 pm
Cool watch for sure and congrats!

Dibs if you change your mind.

I've wanted to buy this one so bad I dreamed I did last night.
At least I think it was a dream. Image
Use my code in my video at Mimo's and it is 35% off. :cheers:
I knew of two other 35% off codes, but used yours.

I couldn't hold off any longer. I'm finding myself drawn more to no worry maintenance free watches, especially one with a coolness factor like this one.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:48 pm
by toxicavenger
59yukon01 wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:28 pm
toxicavenger wrote:
59yukon01 wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:34 pm
Cool watch for sure and congrats!

Dibs if you change your mind.

I've wanted to buy this one so bad I dreamed I did last night.
At least I think it was a dream. Image
Use my code in my video at Mimo's and it is 35% off. :cheers:
I knew of two other 35% off codes, but used yours.

I couldn't hold off any longer. I'm finding myself drawn more to no worry maintenance free watches, especially one with a coolness factor like this one.
You will love it. And if anything you can resell it and not lose your ass. :cheers:

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:59 pm
by sierra11b
It’ll likely be my next watch.

If you have any interest in selling the rubber strap let me know.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 9:47 pm
by hoppyjr
I like it. Congrats T.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 10:38 pm
by apnk
I like that! What is the crystal material, hardlex?

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 3:12 am
by dnslater
Great review Terry. I love the look of these watches. Love Tuna bezels.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 4:43 am
by 59yukon01
Seppia wrote:Great stuff T!
I would love to see comparison shots with the SKX, I may have to cave

I still don't understand: is this a LE or not?
It's not a LE from my understanding, just a new model.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 4:58 am
by rockmastermike
well done, Terry - thanks for the review

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 6:34 am
by Panerai7
Looks great T, is this part of the series, any other variations?

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 6:46 am
by 59yukon01
Panerai7 wrote:Looks great T, is this part of the series, any other variations?
There is a PADI version SNE499.

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Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 6:57 am
by Panerai7
59yukon01 wrote:
Tue Jul 24, 2018 6:46 am
Panerai7 wrote:Looks great T, is this part of the series, any other variations?
There is a PADI version SNE499.

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That's pretty cool 👍

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 7:41 am
by toxicavenger
sierra11b wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 8:59 pm
It’ll likely be my next watch.

If you have any interest in selling the rubber strap let me know.
I will let you know for sure bro
hoppyjr wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 9:47 pm
I like it. Congrats T.
Thanks Ed it is a great watch for the price.
Seppia wrote:
Mon Jul 23, 2018 10:14 pm
Great stuff T!
I would love to see comparison shots with the SKX, I may have to cave

I still don't understand: is this a LE or not?
Not an LE. I have a SKX coming in so I will do some pics in a few days.
dnslater wrote:
Tue Jul 24, 2018 3:12 am
Great review Terry. I love the look of these watches. Love Tuna bezels.
Thanks Nick, I haven't exactly figured out the secret to go reviews. But I am working on it.
rockmastermike wrote:
Tue Jul 24, 2018 4:58 am
well done, Terry - thanks for the review
Thanks Mike
Panerai7 wrote:
Tue Jul 24, 2018 6:34 am
Looks great T, is this part of the series, any other variations?
There is the PADI and there is a stainless steel version in Japan as far as I know.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 9:25 am
by CGSshorty
Yobokies has DLC coated stainless shrouds for these, if the plastic bothers you.

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 9:41 am
by para13cord
I like solar movements more and more. I want one of these. I would probably get the aftermarket dlc shroud. Does the plastic one look ok compared to a normal tuna?

Re: Seiko SNE498 arrived

Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 10:47 am
by toxicavenger
CGSshorty wrote:
Tue Jul 24, 2018 9:25 am
Yobokies has DLC coated stainless shrouds for these, if the plastic bothers you.
Where did you see that one at? I saw one for a different style solar tuna but I don't know if it is the same http://photobucket.com/gallery/user/yob ... zc=/?ref=1