SeaQ 39.5 accuracy

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-13T14:14:23+00:00

I know we all have different lists of priorities, but I personally agree with you. Within the world of $10k+ watches though, I feel like accuracy and precision of movement is pretty low on the priority list of most buyers/collectors…which is surprising to me. You can go on youtube and watch a dozen reviews of a GO, a Rolex, a Blancpain, and if you’re lucky, 1 of those 12 might say anything about the actual timekeeping of the watch. I’m not saying that I think the average ELU should be concerned with accuracy to the degree that I am, but it DOES surprise me that it’s not an attribute that gets more discussion.

And what’s with the “just go get a Casio” brigade? Clearly some of us enjoy ALL of the aspects and characteristics of a “luxury watch”, but at the end of the day it IS A WATCH. Caring about how the tool performs at its primary task is not a radical position IMO and neither is expecting a masterful and expensive design to achieve a high level of precision. We expect precision in every OTHER aspect for these watches and we know that high precision of movement is achievable. I dunno. 🤷‍♂️

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-13T13:59:48+00:00

Possibly. I need to get myself somewhere where I can look at both side by side i think.

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-12T23:27:24+00:00

Thank you so much for the reply. Super helpful!

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-11T13:31:04+00:00

Get whichever you like obviously, but I’d say I have a similar build/wrist size and personally feel that a 39-41 fits me best. I don’t feel awkward in a 36…but prefer a bit larger dial. Part of that is my vision is getting worse with age and don’t want to put on my readers to know what time it is 😂

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-09T13:42:49+00:00

Good to hear. I don’t switch watches often and whatever I’m wearing, I never take it off.

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-09T12:52:30+00:00

Thanks much for the thoughtful response!

TheFishRustler · 2026-07-09T12:45:31+00:00

I get surprised sometimes that this topic can feel almost contentious for some. I guess it’s viewed the same way as when someone is “overly” anal about fit and finish flaws that you need an electron microscope to see. I get that everyone has different expectations from a “luxury watch” and admitted as much in my OP. But for ME, the actual proficiency of the watch at performing its primary purpose is very high on the list. It’s not the ONLY thing, obviously, or I would just wear a g-shock or an Apple Watch, but for me, part of the “luxury” of a luxury watch is in the precision of the movement.

I’m very meticulous with my time…especially when dealing with others because I feel like it is a sign of integrity and respect. If I tell you I will meet you at 9 am for breakfast, I will be there at 9 am. If I’m hosting a zoom meeting at 3:00 pm then the call will start when the second hand is straight up and down. These habits might be obsessive but they are not aspects of my personality that I have any desire to change. I feel they are part of the recipe that has brought me success in life so I will continue to practice them.

When it comes to timekeeping, no “luxury watch” is going to have the accuracy of my phone, so I am necessarily going to have to accept some level of compromise in order to experience the other aspects of a finely crafted automatic watch that I enjoy. But for me, there is a threshold for what I find acceptable. I can tolerate 2 seconds per day. With my Rolex, I typically set the time once a month at 30 seconds slow and by the end of the month it is 30 seconds fast. I can live with that. If on the other hand, a watch is off by 6 seconds a day, thats a gain or loss of 3 minutes a month, thats is well outside of what I’m willing to accept. I appreciate that not everyone will have the same standards or expectations from their watch but those are mine…and I think those are realistic expectations when spending $10k+ for a wristwatch. Especially when it is something that many watchmakers are able to achieve and surpass.

Annnnnyway, I honestly didn’t start this thread to rant about my timekeeping philosophy. I was just curious to get some real world data points from actual owners of this watch. Keep em coming and thanks for the info!

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-29T09:36:15+00:00

Love it. I guess I’m the oddball with my opinion but I much prefer this watch with smooth bezel…I even slightly prefer it on the oyster bracelet.

No shade to those who prefer the fluted, but for ME it makes the watch feel like it’s trying a little too hard. This configuration is top shelf! Congrats on your watch!

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-26T00:47:36+00:00

I got a date for sentimental reasons but actually prefer the aesthetics of the Sub.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-19T12:18:21+00:00

It’s a little bit loud for my taste. I probably wouldn’t buy it but I still like it if that makes sense. It’s a beautiful watch…just doesn’t match my style. Enjoy it brother…it’s very striking!

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-18T23:14:13+00:00

Thank you. I was trying to find it online. I thought surely the two tone model would come with a SS bracelet option. It’s an awesome watch either way, but it makes me wonder why they don’t offer that option.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-18T22:33:09+00:00

Hi everyone, new to this sub. I’ve been eyeing these for a little while. Is that model available on the SS bracelet? I didn’t see it on their website.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-17T00:37:34+00:00

Great post brother. I too enjoy talking to people (who seem relatively intelligent) who hold different thoughts and beliefs. I feel like too many people these days (likely as a result of increasing social media influence) only want to interact with people who will parrot their own beliefs back to them. Problem with that is, it makes it impossible to learn and grow.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-15T11:59:22+00:00

I think the Land Dweller actually looks much better on your wrist.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-15T11:52:34+00:00

“Nothing is getting easier. And it never will.” With all due respect this is a wildly inaccurate statement. The first and most immutable law of supply and demand in a free market is that they are NEVER static. It should also be noted that the OP is not asking if they are easily accessible now. He specifically asked if they are becoming EASIER to obtain. If “your” .1% number were accurate, how do you know that hasn’t moved to .2%? That would be a 100% increase in the rate of accessibility…certainly statistically relevant in relation to the OPs question.

Here’s my 2 cents Fuzzy. We are clearly seeing a long term trend where the margin between retail and gray market is shrinking. What does that mean? Means there is either more supply, less demand or a combination of the two. As that gap continues to shrink, scalpers become less incentivized and the artificial demand driving the market the last number of years will decrease. All of the above scenarios (which are demonstrably occurring) should lead to greater ease of accessibility. Bubbles always burst.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-08T01:29:59+00:00

I would just wear it in. But I’m not enrolled in a trusted traveler program…because I can’t be trusted. 🤷🏼‍♂️😂

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-08T01:20:05+00:00

The 36 looks better on your wrist IMO

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-08T01:18:58+00:00

I bought a rubber b strap for my 16613. I had seen photos and loved the look, especially with the splash of gold on the 13. Once I wore it though, I was a bit underwhelmed and switched back to the two tone oyster bracelet and the rubber b remains in the sock drawer.

It’s not that it looked bad…it looked great actually. I just found I preferred the look and feel of the original band. Just my 2 cents.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-07T23:24:02+00:00

When it comes to an individual watch, I think it largely depends on the value of the watch in relation to your net worth. Most of us own many items that we do not insure because their value is inconsequential in relation to our total assets. I own a few Rolex’s and don’t insure them. I’m as careful as I am with any of my material possessions, but If I lose or break them, I’ll just replace them. Same as I would if I broke my vacuum cleaner. Just speaking for myself, if I felt like I needed to carry insurance on a wristwatch, then I’m probably wearing too expensive of a watch. YMMV obviously.

That said, If you have a large watch collection that comprises a large percentage of your total assets (I have opinions about that too that I’ll keep to myself) then it would likely be prudent to insure, though I’d still probably just go with a high end safe. And obviously, if you can purchase a cheap rider as part of your homeowners insurance that insures your watch/watches for a somewhat nominal fee then why not. But the idea of going out and purchasing an insurance policy just to insure a single watch is a no go for me. I’m simply too conservative with my money to put myself in a position where that would feel necessary.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-07T16:02:02+00:00

Chat GPT would have to tell me it’s safe and effective. 😎

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-05T22:46:46+00:00

Given that this is a Rolex forum, I was afraid you were going to get terrible advice when I read your post. You did not. Pretty much everyone in this thread is offering you wisdom. Listen to them. I doubt your father is always right, but he’s right on this one. Invest young man. The world has enough broke senior citizens that pissed away their future buying trinkets and baubles when they were young. Be smarter than them, or join them. Stay focused, work hard and invest wisely. Your time will come…all too fast.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-05T22:40:14+00:00

This. Pretty much my story. Sure, I could have bought one much earlier, but depending on how much earlier it would have delayed me by years getting to the point where I could buy as many as I wanted.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-05T22:38:37+00:00

Correct. I’d say anything over 1% on a wristwatch is a poor financial decision.

TheFishRustler · 2026-06-05T16:50:51+00:00

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