Seiko Men's Analogue Automatic Watch with Stainless Steel Bracelet – SNKL45K1

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It’s not offensive or out there in any way with the most abstract feature being the crown at 4 and that dial change up. It has a beautiful, all-polished case with dimensions that include a 37mm diameter, which is on the smaller side by modern standards, but at 13mm thick, it has just the right amount of wrist presence for almost any size wrist. Just that little details shifts it a bit too sport and less dress enough that I don't think it works. With that said, the movements in Seiko 5 watches are known to last exceptionally long without ever needing service. Lume is traditionally best for casual watches, but a slightly dressier watch like the SNK793 benefits from having as little lume as possible for that traditional dress watch look.

Seiko has an outstanding reputation for its quality craftsmanship and damn-near bulletproof movements. At 37mm, and with a lug-to-lug of just under 15mm, the watch feels compact on the wrist, and with the included comfortable canvas strap, almost feels like you’re not wearing a watch at all. Not all will be so lucky to make it this long, but you can rest assured that Seiko’s movements are some of the most reliable out there. The bracelet on that particular model is not as attractive as the SNKL45 and I don't like the baton hands that much on a Seiko.The dial is an anthracite grey, similar to the SNXS79, which is rich and complex and changes colors slightly in different light scenarios. Seiko 5 watches are durable, and their 7S26/4R36 movements are reliable workhorses known to withstand some abuse and survive it.

I'm passionate about experiencing the world of watches and translating those experiences via articles and images for the wider audience to consume. There are also a couple of versions that have aged-looking hour markers to make the watches look a bit more vintage, like the blue SRPD93 and black SRPD95, a personal favorite in my collection reviewed here. The hurdles crystal is slightly domed, adding some visual distortion when looking at the watch from different angles. If a blue dial isn’t your thing, check out the black dial SRPE55, or the more unique gilt dial SRPE57.Part of the appeal of the SNKL4x series to me is that you can upgrade the bracelet to an Uncle Seiko Bellmatic 700x president style. When you get a Seiko, you know you’re getting a watch with tough-as-nails movement and ironclad construction throughout. The included hardlex crystal doesn’t have a scratch on it, and despite only having 100 meters of water resistance, I was still able to take this watch swimming in pools and the ocean, without any issues whatsoever. The Liverpool strap in black is a go-to option if you want something traditionally dressy that will fit in perfectly for more smarter occasions. While many of us might not need such an apparatus on our watch, one that our phones can likely do better for us non-divers, I like using it to time how much time is left for food in the oven, or how much time I have left in a parking meter.

The flat brushed surfaces are offset by curved polished areas, which allow the watch to catch light in a way that resembles a luxury watch much more than other watches of this caliber. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. If you want a watch that is simple and clean enough to be worn as a dress watch, but still sporty enough to be rocked every day, the SNKL41 may be the perfect choice for you.

This makes them way more expensive, sure, but the quality is right up there with that of some other luxury watchmakers. Simple, straightforward, and somewhat elegant, the design allows the strong sunburst blue dial to do all the talking, and all of the other design elements simply get out of its way. However, while the watch will survive for generations, if properly looked after, you will need to have the movement serviced by an experienced watchmaker.