Seiko 5's are not the best automatic watches in the world and nobody in Switzerland is losing sleep over Seiko 5's. However if nothing else Seiko 5's are very durable and since the technology isn't exactly groundbreaking they are super affordable. Translation, Seiko 5's are a decent watch that last a very long time even under rough use, yet relative to anything else that is as durable they are really cheap. In short a bargain if you get one that keeps time out of the box to within 1 minute or so per week. The watch has leaf/dauphine-style hands which are made of metal and have a polished finish. The minute and hour hands have Lumibrite applied to them. The watch has applied rectangular-shaped metal markers with a polished finish. Next to the markers, on the inside, they each have a luminous dot which helps with legibility in the dark. The catch however is that the lume on this watch isn’t great, but at the same time, that is not a huge issue seeing its purpose. The Seiko 5 SNKL45 is built as an everyday watch with a sporty presence. It is extremely versatile and suitable for all kinds of different occasions. It looks just as great with casual clothes as it does with a suit.

I have a modest collection of watches, including 2 other Seiko 5 models, one of which is 14 years old. So, the Seiko 5 is well known to me.

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The ref. SNZG13K1 is paired with a three-piece link stainless steel bracelet. The ref. SNZG15K1 is an identical timepiece, but mounted on a textile strap. Both versions start at around 180 USD. The good news is that if you wish to change, this watch also looks great on straps as well. Specifications As is common with affordable watches, the bracelet is the part of the watch that has been compromised with the most. It has some rattle and doesn’t feel completely robust, but it works and it is quite comfortable on the wrist. It also looks great with the watch.

The Seiko 5 "Military" are among the most sought-after sports watches from the Japanese watch manufacturer. The design of these automatic watches resemble field and pilot's watches. Die Seiko SNXS79K ist eine elegante und zeitlose Armbanduhr, die mich mit ihrem minimalistischen Design und ihrer hochwertigen Verarbeitung absolut überzeugt hat. In this article, we will do just that. In this article, we will review the Seiko 5 SNKL45. Seiko 5 SNKL45 case The downside of this movement is that it ”only” has a water resistance of 30m. This means it can handle water splashes but it is not suitable for swimming. Having said that, it is primarily made as an everyday watch and not meant to be a diver. Seiko has other watches for that. But in my opinion, it would be nice to have at least 100m/330 feet of water resistance.The Seiko 5 range consists of a wide collection of timepieces for all kinds of occasions and purposes. These timepieces have a lot in common, which defines the Seiko 5 range, but the most important for you to know is that they are all automatic, and they all offer exceptional value for money. The watch is equipped with the automatic Seiko caliber 7S26C. This watch beats with a frequency of 21600 BPH (6 beats per second) and has a power reserve of about 41 hours. It is equipped with 21 jewels. Regardless if you are just starting to explore the world of horology, need a reliable and durable timepiece, or want to complement your existing collection, the Seiko 5 collection is a popular choice.