Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this video, Rafael reviews the Seiko Samurai SBDY007. This model is also sold under the reference number SRPB49 when its movement is not made in Japan. Mechanically and aesthetically, the SRPB49 and SBDY007 ar exactly the same except for a small bit of text that is printed on the dial of the SBDY007.
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00:00 Introduction
The Seiko Prospex Samurai SBDY007/SRPB49 was released in 2017, though the Samurai line of watches existed long before then. First introduced in 2004, Seiko Samurai watches had been discontinued and nearly unheard until their re-release in 2017.
00:46 First Look & Case Dimensions
The Samurai SRPB49 is a great-looking watch, if a bit large.
Case dimensions are:
- 43.5mm in diameter
- 48mm lug-to-lug
- 13mm thick (tall)
- 22mm lug size (strap size)
The sharp angles of the Seiko Prospex Samurai give it a much more aggressive appearance than other Seiko dive watches such as the SKX, Seiko 5 Sports, Turtle, or the Captain Willard.
02:48 Steel Samurai Case Details
The case on this Seiko SRPB49 is made entirely of stainless steel. It has a brushed top surface with high-polish case flanks. The lugs are shaped so that they almost appear to be welded onto the case, but nevertheless, this is a monoblock case.
The crown is textured to help provide grip and the lugs have lugholes that make it a breeze to change the strap or bracelet. The crown is a screw-down crown that helps the watch attain a 200m depth rating.
04:20 Seiko SRPB49 Diver's Bezel
The unidirectional bezel on the SBDY007 is also in steel to match the case and is textured to match the crown. It has a metal, two-tone insert with silver minute markings. At 12, it has a luminous pip.
05:00 Seiko Prospex Samurai Blue Waffle Dial
The Seiko Samurai SRPB49/SBDY007 is most easily recognized by its blue textured dial. The dial is similar to a hobnail or Clou de Paris pattern, except it's done in relief on the dial.
Also present on the dial are applied hour indices with luminous fills, a date window at 3 o'clock, and polished center "Samurai" hands, also with luminous fills.
The entire face of this Samurai is protected by a Seiko Hardlex crystal.
06:05 How To Set A Seiko Samurai SRPB49
06:30 Stainless Steel Bracelet
The entire 3-link bracelet has a brushed finish on its top flank and a high-polish finish on its sides. From the attachment at the lugs, the bracelet tapers slightly to the folding clasp.
The clasp is also made of steel and has a double-button security system with a "flip-over" component.
07:12 SBDY007 Movement: Seiko 4R35
This Seiko Samurai Prospex is powered by a self-winding, Seiko 4R35 movement. It has a 41-hour power reserve, hand-winding functionality, and -35/+35 seconds/day accuracy.
08:08 Overall Pros And Cons OF this Seiko Samurai
Questions or comments about this Seiko Samurai SRPB49? Let me know in the comments below!
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In this video, Rafael reviews the Seiko Samurai SBDY007. This model is also sold under the reference number SRPB49 when its movement is not made in Japan. Mechanically and aesthetically, the SRPB49 and SBDY007 ar exactly the same except for a small bit of text that is printed on the dial of the SBDY007.
PRICING
eBay: ebay.us/OYbhP4
Amazon: amzn.to/3J62yaA
Check Out The Written Review:
bespokeunit.com/articles/watches/seiko-samurai-srpb49-sbdy007-blue-waffle
Watches Homepage:
bespokeunit.com/watches
00:00 Introduction
The Seiko Prospex Samurai SBDY007/SRPB49 was released in 2017, though the Samurai line of watches existed long before then. First introduced in 2004, Seiko Samurai watches had been discontinued and nearly unheard until their re-release in 2017.
00:46 First Look & Case Dimensions
The Samurai SRPB49 is a great-looking watch, if a bit large.
Case dimensions are:
- 43.5mm in diameter
- 48mm lug-to-lug
- 13mm thick (tall)
- 22mm lug size (strap size)
The sharp angles of the Seiko Prospex Samurai give it a much more aggressive appearance than other Seiko dive watches such as the SKX, Seiko 5 Sports, Turtle, or the Captain Willard.
02:48 Steel Samurai Case Details
The case on this Seiko SRPB49 is made entirely of stainless steel. It has a brushed top surface with high-polish case flanks. The lugs are shaped so that they almost appear to be welded onto the case, but nevertheless, this is a monoblock case.
The crown is textured to help provide grip and the lugs have lugholes that make it a breeze to change the strap or bracelet. The crown is a screw-down crown that helps the watch attain a 200m depth rating.
04:20 Seiko SRPB49 Diver's Bezel
The unidirectional bezel on the SBDY007 is also in steel to match the case and is textured to match the crown. It has a metal, two-tone insert with silver minute markings. At 12, it has a luminous pip.
05:00 Seiko Prospex Samurai Blue Waffle Dial
The Seiko Samurai SRPB49/SBDY007 is most easily recognized by its blue textured dial. The dial is similar to a hobnail or Clou de Paris pattern, except it's done in relief on the dial.
Also present on the dial are applied hour indices with luminous fills, a date window at 3 o'clock, and polished center "Samurai" hands, also with luminous fills.
The entire face of this Samurai is protected by a Seiko Hardlex crystal.
06:05 How To Set A Seiko Samurai SRPB49
06:30 Stainless Steel Bracelet
The entire 3-link bracelet has a brushed finish on its top flank and a high-polish finish on its sides. From the attachment at the lugs, the bracelet tapers slightly to the folding clasp.
The clasp is also made of steel and has a double-button security system with a "flip-over" component.
07:12 SBDY007 Movement: Seiko 4R35
This Seiko Samurai Prospex is powered by a self-winding, Seiko 4R35 movement. It has a 41-hour power reserve, hand-winding functionality, and -35/+35 seconds/day accuracy.
08:08 Overall Pros And Cons OF this Seiko Samurai
Questions or comments about this Seiko Samurai SRPB49? Let me know in the comments below!
CONNECT:
Web: BespokeUnit.com
Instagram: Instagram.com/BespokeUnit
Facebook: Facebook.com/BespokeUnit
Twitter: Twitter.com/BespokeUnit
Subscribe to Newsletter: BespokeUnit.com/newsletter
Some of the product links in this video are eBay affiliate links, meaning if you buy something through them, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support our channel and allows us to continue making content for you. Thanks for your support!
