Seiko Men's Analogue Automatic Watch with Textile Strap – SNK805K2

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Plus, the crown is slightly integrated into the case which prevents it from sticking out too much and thus keeps it rather protected. The Seiko 5 SNK, in all its color variations, is smallish and unflashy, with a military-inspired design and a very basic mechanical movement. And Seiko have put a display backing on this case too, so you can see how it works, as the rotor swings with your movement and helps to wind the spring. By late 1950s, the watch industry witnessed Seiko’s renowned developments on chronometer calibers like the iconic cal. While still easily purchased online along with other inexpensive Seiko watches of recent decades, it appears that the collection is no longer produced.

Personally, I prefer these two-piece straps that don’t pass underneath the case due to my skinny wrist, as they avoid adding unnecessary bulk. It has been in production for a long time, and it is easy to see why Seiko has not felt the need of discontinuing the model. Seiko enters the ring once again with its “cheap as chips” SNK805 field watch that has some military vibes. All versions were among the highest regarded entry-level tool watches, with an iconic aesthetic and rock-solid performance that consistently made them an easy recommendation for those new to watch collecting. Although he worked a hectic career as an automobile engineer, he’d always collect watches during his spare time.His set of rules that established Japanese watchmaking as an artistic discipline, alongside other Japanese traditions that were already regarded as worthwhile aesthetic undertakings. Yes, I liked wearing it and if you’re at all inclined, I’d seriously recommend snatching one up while you still can. The dial will catch light in interesting ways, the overall color of the dial will also shift based on the lighting conditions. Seiko have done a great job with the strap though matching not only the face color, but also the brushed steel look or the rings on the strap, to give the watch a very upmarket feel.

There are many other models in the Cocktail Time line, and most offer the same kind of dial design, with different color themes to choose from. The strap isn’t the best in the game and can be slightly hard, but if you would want, it is easy to change the strap to allow for better comfort but also to give it a new look.However, most watch enthusiasts will certainly appreciate this piece and probably spark up a conversation with you. The acquisition was a bit of an unexpected dose of good fortune, and I was happy to add one to my collection. Underneath a flat Hardlex mineral crystal, the dial takes on a bit of a mini German B-Uhr guise with the minutes taking on greater importance than the hours.

The two largest pieces are also the most alike, with a near-identical appearance, just executed on a different scale.The OEM strap of the Seiko SNK805/807/809 gets the job done, but you will get tired of it pretty quick. As I said above, you should be aware that the dial looks a bit darker in person, but once you get over this hump, you'll realize that you have a true strap monster between your hands. I wrote it just before the end of 2020 (good riddance on a high note, I guess) and within just a few days it entered the top 10 as far as most-read articles of 2020. The dial color has a beautiful metallic sunburst-effect that changes constantly with light conditions due to the undulating patterns and ridges. As Seiko began moving significantly upmarket in recent years, some fans worried the brand was straying from the everyman persona they'd fallen in love with.

But having this in mind, it’s not perfect from a finish, decoration, and technical point of view (as we wouldn’t expect it to be either).As Seiko rereleases and reimaginines popular watches from decades past, why not bring the humble SNK back next? This means you can wear them swimming without a concern of water penetrating the innards, so long as the crowns are fully compressed. If I had to choose, I’d say that the two-piece nylon fitted to the lowest cost watch actually feels like it will last the best, with its dual-layered construction and reinforced holes, though it does tend to catch on long-sleeved clothing. The crown is placed at 4 o’clock, which is both a design feature of many Seiko 5s, but most importantly, it removes the issue of having the crown dig into your hand, improving its comfort. Perhaps it finally dawned on Seiko that beautiful product shots might convert better than pixelated messes taken on a potato?