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My question is what is stopping you from buying it? If you like it buy it. That is what is most important. Seiko makes phenomenal watches with seemingly endless variety for almost every price range.
As for this specific model... it is a very nice looking watch that looks balanced and would be a great daily wearer with the ability to be dressed up or down as needed. I personally wouldn't buy it because it doesn't scratch my current watch it but overall it is a great looking piece. I too like the tail of the seconds hand.
--Jake
I think the SARB017/033/035 are stellar watches. However: taking into consideration their price surge over recent years, I'd say they have become overpriced. I remember picking mine up brand new via Ebay, for less than €250.