Seiko Watches Reviews: 10 Best Seiko Watches For Men
Seiko is a Japanese watch brand that has been producing high-quality timepieces since 1881. The company was founded by Kintaro Hattori, and it has established itself as a leader in the watch industry, known for its precision, reliability, and style.
One of Seiko’s most significant contributions to the watch industry was the release of the Seiko Quartz Astron 35SQ on December 25, 1969, which is credited with being the first quartz watch in history. Since then, Seiko has continued to innovate, introducing advanced technologies and materials to improve the accuracy and durability of its watches.
Seiko offers a wide range of collections to suit any taste, from classic dress models to cutting-edge sport and dive watches. The brand is renowned for its attention to detail and craftsmanship, and its watches are known for their exceptional accuracy and performance.
In this article, I have picked out the 10 best Seiko watches for men with different designs and features, ranging from simple to dressy styles. The aim of this article is to help you choose the perfect Seiko watch for yourself. Let’s start with the most expensive Seiko watch on my list.
Note: In another article, I also reviewed the 10 best Citizen watches; you can read it by clicking on the link.
Contents
- 1. SEIKO SSG009 | Japanese-Quartz Watch With Chronograph
- 2. SEIKO SZSB013 | Japanese Mechanical Automatic Watch
- 3. SEIKO SSC141 | Solar Watch With Japanese-Quartz Movement
- 4. Seiko SNKM97 | Analog Green Dial Automatic Watch
- 5. SEIKO SRPE80 | Seiko 5 Sports Automatic Watch
- 6. SEIKO SNN241 | Analog Watch With Brown Leather Band
- 7. SEIKO SSB325 | Japanese-Quartz Watch with Silicone Strap
- 8. SEIKO SUR360 | Solar Watch with Brown Leather Strap
- 9. Seiko 5 SRPD55K3 Sports Watch
- 10. SEIKO SNK803 | Automatic Watch with Beige Canvas Strap
1. SEIKO SSG009 | Japanese-Quartz Watch With Chronograph
Physical Appearance:
The stainless steel case features a sapphire crystal and cabochon crown (Jeweled crown). The case is combined with an integrated bracelet that is very sleek and slippery to the touch and looks pretty good. The gray bezel features a world-time function with 25 time zones.
The black dial has a chronograph and 24-hour subdials, as well as power reserve and signal reception indicators, a date calendar, and LumiBrite hands.
Specification:
Display: Analog | Style: Dress | Case Diameter: 44.5 millimeters | Case Thickness: 11.5 millimeters | Band Width: 16.3 millimeters | Case, Band & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Movement: Japanese Quartz | Functionality: Chronograph Calendar: Date.
Special Features:
- This timepiece does not require any battery change because it is powered by light energy. The solar cell is energy-efficient, with a 6-month power reserve when fully charged, and can be powered by any light source.
- It receives radio signals automatically to precisely change the time and calendar across 25 world time zones.
- A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal is used in the dial window, which is definitely appreciated in this price range.
- The watch comes with a screw-down crown that protects it from dust and water.
- It is water resistant to a depth of 100 meters (330 feet) and a pressure of 10 bar.
Imperfection:
- There is only a lume on the hands and a small pip at the 12 o’clock index. It has not been applied to any of the other indexes.
2. SEIKO SZSB013 | Japanese Mechanical Automatic Watch
Physical Appearance:
The stainless steel case and bracelet have a tri-fold push button release clasp. The timepiece’s attractiveness and visibility are enhanced by a minimalist dial with a dazzling sunray finish and carefully sculpted hands and markings.
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Specifications:
Display: Analog | Case Diameter: 37.7 millimeters | Case Thickness: 12.4 millimeters | Band Width: 20 millimeters | Case, Band and Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Movement: Mechanical Automatic | Calendar: Day-Date
Special Features:
- Seiko’s 4R35 mechanical movement has a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour, manual and automatic winding, and a power reserve of 41 hours.
- It is water-resistant to a depth of 100 meters (≈330 feet) and a pressure of 10 bar.
Imperfection:
- The crown merely seems to extend a lot from the case in an unpleasant way.
3. SEIKO SSC141 | Solar Watch With Japanese-Quartz Movement
Physical Appearance:
The case and bracelet of this attractive timepiece are made of stainless steel. Three chronograph subdials, luminous hands and markers, and a date calendar are featured on the blue dial.
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The sub-dials are at 12 o’clock, 9 o’clock, and 6 o’clock. Two little hands can be used to set a 12-hour alarm. The chronograph can measure up to 60 minutes in 1/5 second increments with split time measurement. The alarm hands can show the time in a different time zone.
Specification:
Display: Analog | Case Diameter: 42.5 millimeters | Case Thickness: 11.65 millimeters | Band Width: 22 millimeters | Case,Band & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Movement: Japanese Quartz | Functionality: Chronograph | Calendar: Date
Special Features:
- High-performance solar cells generate electricity. There is no need to change the batteries, and any sort of light may power it.
- The scratch-resistant Hardlex crystal is used in the dial window.
- Water-resistant to 100 meters (330 ft)
- The crown is screwed down to ensure greater water resistance.
The watch is a little pricey, but it is well worth it.
4. Seiko SNKM97 | Analog Green Dial Automatic Watch
Physical Appearance:
The case and band are made of stainless steel. A green dial, a day/date calendar, a gold-tone second hand, and a screw-down see-through case back are all featured on the case. Scratch resistant hardlex crystal covers the face of the watch.
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Specification:
Display: Analog | Case Diameter: 43.5 millimeters | Case Thickness: 12 millimeters | Band Width: 20 millimeters | Case, Band & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Movement: Mechanical Automatic | Calendar: Day-Date
Special Features:
- The movement of the wearer’s wrist powers this automatic watch. With a power reserve of roughly 41 hours, this is an energy-efficient movement.
- Water resistant To 165 Feet (≈50 meters)
Imperfections:
- There is no loom on this watch, so you can’t read the watch in the dark.
- There is no crown guard around the crown.
5. SEIKO SRPE80 | Seiko 5 Sports Automatic Watch
Physical Appearance:
The case is made of stainless steel with a gold/black ion coating, and the strap is made of brown and black leather/silicone. A gold-tone unidirectional rotating bezel frames the patterned black dial, which features a day/date calendar and LumiBrite hands and markers.
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Specification:
Display: Analog | Case Diameter: 42.5 millimeters | Case Thickness: 12.88 millimeters | Band Width: 22 millimeters Band Material: Silicon| Case & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Unidirectional | Movement: Mechanical Automatic | Calendar: Date
Special Features:
- Seiko’s 4R36 mechanical movement has a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour, manual and automatic winding, and a power reserve of 41 hours.
- Hour markers and hands have been infused with LumiBrite.
- Water-resistant to 10 bar, 100 meters (300 feet).
6. SEIKO SNN241 | Analog Watch With Brown Leather Band
Physical Appearance:
The stainless steel case features a brown dial with two subdials and a date window at 6 o’clock. The chronograph sub-dials at 12 and 6 o’clock indicate 60 seconds and 60 minutes, respectively. There are chronograph pushers on both sides of the crown.
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The watch’s lugs are somewhat squared off and slightly rectangular. The watch is presented on a brown leather band with a buckle closure, which fits the dial color well and goes well with the watch style. The band has contrast stitching that looks very neat and nice.
Specifications:
Display: Analog | Style: Dress | Case Diameter: 43 millimeters | Case Thickness: 11 millimeters | Band Width: 22 millimeters Band Material: Leather| Case & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Movement: Japanese Quartz| Calendar: Date | Functionality: Chronograph
Special Features:
- Lumibrite has been added to parts of the hour markers as well as the hands.
- The dial window crystal is made of Seiko’s proprietary Hardlex material, which is a good scratch resistor.
- Water-resistant to 100 m (330 ft).
Imperfection:
- There are no crown guards on the watch case to protect the crown.
7. SEIKO SSB325 | Japanese-Quartz Watch with Silicone Strap
Physical Appearance:
This watch comes with a stainless steel case and a black silicone strap. The case features a black patterned dial with three subdials and a date window between 4 and 5 o’clock. The scratch-resistant Hardlex crystal is used on the dial window.
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The red accents used on dials give the watch an attractive look. The chronograph subdials positioned at 6, 9 and 12 o’clock display 60 seconds, 12 hours, and 60 minutes, respectively. The stainless steel stationary bezel has tachymeter indications for measuring speed. The black silicone strap with a buckle closure fits well with the black dial and luminous Silver-tone case.
Specifications:
Display: Analog | Style: Sport| Case Diameter: 43.9 millimeters | Case Thickness: 12.85 millimeters | Band Width: 20 millimeters Band Material: Silicone | Case & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Crown: Push/pull | Movement: Japanese Quartz| Calendar: Date | Functionality: Chronograph
Special Features:
- LumiBrite is applied to the hands and markers.
- Tachymeter markers are added to the bezel, which helps with measuring speed.
- Water resistant to 100 m (330 ft): good for swimming and snorkeling but not diving.
Imperfection:
- The red hands for the stopwatch are difficult to read in dim light.
8. SEIKO SUR360 | Solar Watch with Brown Leather Strap
Physical Appearance:
The watch comes with a stainless steel case and a dark brown leather strap. The case features a dark blue dial with luminous gold-tone hands and index hour markers. There is a day/date calendar window at 3 o’clock.
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The highly polished gold finish of the bezel and crown draws attention to the watch on your wrist. The Crocodile-embossed dark brown leather band with a buckle fastening fascinates the eye with a dark blue dial.
Specifications:
Display: Analog | Style: Dress| Case Diameter: 39 millimeters | Case Thickness: 10 millimeters | Band Width: 20 millimeters Band Material: Leather | Case & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Crown: Push/pull | Movement: Japanese Quartz| Calendar: Day/Date.
Special Features:
- The watch is solar-powered; there is no need to change the battery. You don’t need sunlight to charge it; any normal light would suffice.
- Water-resistant to 100 m (330 ft).
9. Seiko 5 SRPD55K3 Sports Watch
Physical Appearance
The Seiko 5 SRPD55K3 Sports Watch features a stainless steel case with a black unidirectional rotating bezel. The case is combined with an oyster-style stainless steel bracelet that provides a comfortable and secure fit. The black dial has LumiBrite white indexes, as well as LumiBrite hands and a day/date window at the 3 o’clock position. The watch also has a transparent case back that showcases the automatic movement.
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Specification:
Display: Analog | Style: Sports | Case Diameter: 42.5 millimeters | Case Thickness: 13.4 millimeters | Band Width: 22 millimeters | Bezel Function: Unidirectional Rotating | Movement: Japanese Automatic | Functionality: Day/Date.
Special Features:
- The watch is powered by an automatic movement that can be wound by the motion of the wearer’s wrist. It has a power reserve of approximately 41 hours when fully wound.
- The watch is also water-resistant up to a depth of 100 meters (330 feet), making it suitable for swimming and snorkeling but not for scuba diving.
10. SEIKO SNK803 | Automatic Watch with Beige Canvas Strap
Physical Appearance:
The watch comes with silver-tone stainless steel case with a blue canvas strap. The case has a silver-tone stainless steel bezel that is fixed, and the dial is blue with luminous hands, Arabic numeral hour markers, and Arabic numeral minute markers (at 5-minute intervals).
The hour and minute hands are diamond-shaped, and the second hand has a distinctive red tip. The day and date window are visible at 3 o’clock. The crown is located near 4 o’clock.
Specifications:
Display: Analog | Style: Casual | Case Diameter: 37 millimeters | Case Thickness: 11 millimeters | Band Width: 18 millimeters Band Material: Canvas| Case & Bezel Material: Stainless Steel | Bezel Function: Stationary | Crown: Push/pull | Movement: Automatic| Calendar: Day/Date.
Special Features:
- This watch is powered by automatic movement with a power reserve of 40 hours. It does not require a battery and is powered automatically by your wrist movement.
- Lumibrite has been applied to the hands and dots on the outside border of the dial’s five-minute markings.
- Water-resistant at 30 meters/100 feet.
Imperfection:
- The crown can be difficult to use due to its small size.
Conclusion:
I made every effort to provide you with as much information as possible about all of the watches mentioned above, including their special features, specifications, and physical appearances. I also pointed out some of their flaws that I thought should be addressed. I hope you can now make an informed decision about purchasing a perfect Seiko watch after reading the post.
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Great collection. I really like Seiko watches.
Thanks for the kind words!