SEIKO is a Japanese watch brand known for its precision, innovation, craftsmanship and its affordable price.
Founded in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori, Seiko revolutionized the industry with milestones like the first quartz wristwatch in 1969 and the invention of the Spring Drive movement. Renowned for its reliability and timeless designs, Seiko offers a range of watches from affordable everyday pieces to high-end models under its Grand Seiko line. Whether you’re new to watches or a watch collector, Seiko’s commitment to quality ensures there’s a timepiece for everyone.
Seiko is renowned for producing high-quality, reliable watch movements at accessible prices. It has an impressive range of mechanical, quartz, and Spring Drive movements designed to every need. This brand combines heritage, reliability, and affordability, making them perfect for both first-time buyers and collectors. Here are my top 5 recommended watches.
SEIKO 5 SPORTS GMT SSK023K1
This GMT model is a great companion for travel or daily life, tracking two time zones. It features an automatic movement, a 39 mm case diameter, 13 mm thickness, 47.9 mm lug-to-lug, and 20 mm lug-width, ideal for NATO straps. It is water-resistant up to 100 m, has a 41-hour power reserve, and is made of stainless steel. The price is CHF 460.
SEIKO 5 Sports Field Series SRPJ85K1
This field watch is ideal for daily use and outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and traveling. It features an automatic movement, a case diameter of 36.37 mm, a thickness of 12.52 mm, and a lug-to-lug measurement of 44.43 mm. The lug width is 18 mm, it has a water resistance of 100 m, and a power reserve of 41 hours. The case material is made of stainless steel. The market price is CHF 270.
SEIKO 5 Sports Day-Date SRPK91K1
Classic design meets versatility in this unisex dress watch with a sporty look. It is powered by an automatic movement, a 37 mm case diameter, 12.5 mm thickness, 44.7 mm lug-to-lug, and 18 mm lug width. The power reserve is 41 hours, and it offers water resistance up to 10 atm. Both the case and bracelet are stainless steel. In Switzerland, it retails for CHF 380.
SEIKO PROSPEX Save The Ocean “King Samurai” SRPF79K1
It represents the view of the ocean as seen by the 5m deep vision of the Manta Ray endangered species. It has an automatic movement, a case size of 43.8 mm, thickness of 12.8 mm, lug to lug 48.7 mm and lug width 22 mm. The water resistance is 200 m. The retail price is CHF 500.
SEIKO PROSPEX PADI Compact Solar Scuba Diver SNE575P1
This compact 200m diver’s design features the PADI ‘Earth’ pattern on its dial, along with light blue colour highlights for high legibility in deep waters to clearly demonstrate the time elapsed whilst diving. PADI (The Professional Association of Diving Instructors). It has a solar movement type, the battery life operates for approx. 10 months (when fully charged). It has a case size of 38.5 mm, thickness of 10.6 mm, lug to lug 46.45 mm, lug width 20 mm, power reserve of 41 h and water resistance of 200 m. The retail price is CHF 500.
Five incredible watches that prove you don’t need to spend a fortune to own a timepiece of style and functionality. These affordable options show that elegance and practicality can coexist beautifully. Remember that the best watch is the one that feels right for you.