The SNE039 shares the bottom rung of Seiko’s vast Core collection with a couple of other models. It is also one of the simplest designs in that collection, but I don’t consider that a bad thing. Its clean design makes this is a sophisticated and elegant dress watch with more than a passing resemblance to […]
Seiko SSC139 Excelsior Gunmetal Watch Review
For some reason, as I study Seiko’s SSC139, I keep picturing the T-1000 android from Terminator (you know, the seemingly invincible one who turns into liquid metal to escape injury), probably because of the prominent organic silver swoops on the grey case and bracelet. This watch certainly has a distinctive look that will either appeal […]
Seiko SNE050 Solar Watch Review
If you want a dress watch but don’t want to mess with the hassle of an automatic movement or confusing complications, Seiko produces some fantastic and affordable solar quartz watches. You will be hard-pressed to find an easier watch to maintain. Case in point is the Seiko SNE050, which is all about understated elegance. Employing […]
Seiko SGG711 Titanium Watch Review
Seiko’s SGG711 is a thin, sleek, modern watch that is constructed with a modern metal. Using titanium instead of plain old stainless-steel is a bold choice. Titanium has some interesting properties, discussed further down, that really set this piece apart from the more common watch models out there. This is very much a watch for […]
Seiko SNZG15 Seiko 5 Automatic Watch Review
The Seiko 5 is a venerable name in the watch world. Intended for someone looking to step up from an inexpensive quartz watch to an entry-level automatic watch, 5s bank on their value-for-money proposition. The SNZG15 reviewed here is one of the larger versions of the 5, and is also among the most popular automatic […]
Seiko SSB031 Chronograph Watch Review
Could the Seiko SSB031 be a budget Omega Speedmaster? Well, let’s see; it has a black dial sporting 3 sub-dials, a simple bracelet, and it even has a tachymeter on the black bezel. Of course, this Seiko doesn’t have the same attention to detail or high-end parts as the Speedmaster, but that’s forgivable since it’s […]
Seiko SKX175 Automatic Dive Watch Review
Sporting one of Seiko’s famous “Pepsi” bezels, the SKX175 we are looking at today is characterized by rugged good looks and a casual appeal. Seiko sells several divers that are very similar to this model (including the well-known SKX007 model), the main difference being the color schemes. I happen to think the red-and-blue design on […]
Seiko SSC017 Prospex Solar Watch Review
The Seiko Prospex model SSC017 is another entry in a long line of Seiko dive watches. This particular variant, sometimes referred to as the “Air Diver,” is set apart from other Seiko divers by its attractive black-and-blue color scheme. It strikes a fine balance between some of the more sedate all-black dive watches and the […]
Seiko SNE102 Solar Watch Review
According to Seiko’s 2004 ad campaign, instead of your shoes, car, or music, “It’s your watch that tells most about who you are.” In that case, what can we tell about the owner of the Seiko SNE102 Solar? With a stylish design mostly devoid of technical or modern styling cues, I picture a rather distinguished […]
Seiko Astron SSE055 Watch Review
Solar, GPS, automatic time adjustment, and accuracy. These are 4 words that should come to mind when you see Seiko’s Astron line. The Astron is a new take on a traveler’s watch. Design The Astron has a very distinct and sleek style. Its various contours and angles come together to form the perfect sport casual […]