Seiko 5 Men's Automatic Watch with Black Dial Analogue Display and Black Fabric Strap SNK809K2

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Above: A Submariner-styled SKX007 mod, with a SKX171 dial. Very nice stuff! (Source: /u/landingshortly on Reddit) A key reason why the Sea Urchin is so popular is because of its size. It comes in at a very reasonable 41mm case diameter. This case size is the sweet spot for most people - it won’t make the watch appear bulky on your wrist, and it won't look too small either. The Seiko Sea Urchin is honestly one of the most balanced and perfectly sized Seiko 5s. Technically, this belong to the tactical watches for military. It may appear very classy but it is largely designed for everyday usage. However, based on the price point the SNK809 is a good option based on the various plusses. They include the outstanding price for an entry-level automatic Seiko. It’s also loaded with good features like the scratch-resistant hardlex crystal. Unlike many watches you see around these days, the SNK809 isn’t huge, it’s perfect for people looking for a watch that suits smaller wrists.

Doing so might require you to service your watch more often, but the cool cred you’ll get when pairing your Seiko with your speedos will more than make up for it, right? The Movement Photography by Jacques ElliottThis isn’t’ necessary since the watch is powered by the movement of your arm. You can also separate watch winder. This allows you to charge the watch easily. It’s certainly worth considering as a watch accessory. Conclusion If you want something that pops a little bit more than the monochromatic SKX007, you might want to look at the SKX009, which is essentially the exact same watch in a different colorway. The SKX009 has a Pepsi (red and blue) bezel insert, with a dark blue dial. It doesn’t come anything close to sapphire in terms of keeping scratches at bay, but manages to get the job done quite commendably. The Seiko SKX013 might be your best bet if you are looking for high quality, affordable dive watch that’s perfect for smaller wrists. Although it’s currently not as popular as the SKX007, it does seem like there’s been a push for smaller watches in recent times. Perhaps we’ll see a surge of popularity for smaller dive watches like the SKX013 over the next few years. So, if you are one of these watch lovers, then I suggest that you consider this nice watch already.

Before we start dissecting this bad boy, let’s get an idea of just where the Seiko 5 series came from. Seiko 5 Sports Automatic 6601-8930 – Nov 1965 – Photography by Worn & Wound The SNK809 has a mass-produced movement, but it’s Seiko’s in-house 7S26 automatic movement with 21 jewels and a 40-hour power reserve. I mentioned earlier that I’m not overly fond of fabric straps, that being said they’re still extremely comfortable and hard wearing. Seiko watches are known to be built to a very high-quality level. In my experience, I’ve never had a problem with any of the Seiko watches in my collection, with proper care you can expect your Seiko watches to last an extremely long time. SNK809 DialSeiko 5 watch movement is made in Iwate, and Nagano Japan. They also have subsidiaries located in Singapore, China, and Malaysia. It's one of the first automatic watch brands in the world. SeikoSNK809Seiko 5 In A Nutshell The SKX007/SKX009, by far, has the most extensive aftermarket scene. All sorts of mod parts, from bezels, to bezel inserts, to crystals, to bracelets, can be swapped in and out on these watches. Nothing is more satisfying than watching the gears and levers of a manual timepiece working in beautiful synchrony. It might not look as intricate as some other watches, but the 7S26 movement in this is still a sight to behold. The Strap The watch, with its matte aluminum finishing, clean dial, and compact 37mm case, is an exercise in simplicity.