With roots going back nearly 150 years, Seiko is an iconic Japanese watch brand that has established itself as a benchmark for measuring success among other watch brands and a trendsetter in watchmaking.
As such, Seiko watches are considered quite good in the watch community, featuring a broad range of designs, price ranges, and functionalities. Please enjoy the below collection of individual reviews, write-ups, and news about Seiko.
To learn more about individual models, please read our piece on today’s best Seiko watches.
Seiko Prospex ‘Alpinist-Inspired’ Watches For 2020
After months of buildup, the not-so-secret Alpinist refresh is finally underway.
Seiko Prospex SPB105 Dive Watch
A green dial variant of the 2018 modern reinterpretation of the famous Seiko 6159.
Seiko SARB033 Review: The Ghost of Seiko Past?
Does the SARB033 represent a side of Seiko that no longer exists? Let’s review what makes the SARB033 so special while speculating a bit on Seiko’s new pricing strategies.
Seiko 5 SNK793 Review: Keeping It Casual and Classy in Blue
With Baselworld 2019 behind us, we have seen Seiko* continue to evolve their business strategy. We saw the return of the Sumo Prospex Diver, with a new 6R35 movement and…
Seiko SLA033 Prospex Diver – A Tribute To The 6105
I think that this is actually a pretty sharp release if you’re comfortable spending within this bracket. Let’s take a quick look at the Seiko SLA033 dive watch – a modern tribute to the Seiko 6105 “Willard.”
Seiko 5 SNZH53 Watch Review
In typical Seiko fashion, the proportions on the SNZH53 are spot on. If you’ve messed with a few divers from the brand, you’ll probably find this to be one of the more “compact” designs available.
Seiko SKX013 Community Review
I also felt the classic combination of a black face and black bezel would pair well with the different personal styles of the reviewers. I also decided to include a few NATO style straps in various colors to help the reviewers integrate the Seiko SKX comfortably with their preferred wardrobe. I did offer the stock Seiko jubilee as well.
Strapcode SKX Jubilee Review: Better Than The Stock Bracelet?
I immediately sized the new Strapcode Jubilee and I was blown away – this Jubilee bracelet screams quality. Even the spring bars are nice. The fitted end links, folding clasp, and links are all machined out of solid metal.
Seiko SBDC061 Watch Review
I think the combination of features and quality makes this a high-value prospect. I enjoyed my time with this watch and now that I think of it, I may want to put this head to head with one of the newer Shoguns to see if it can make its way into my collection…
Seiko 6139-7000: Going Rogue on the Pogue
I want to love the Pogue. Lord, how I want to love the Pogue. It’s been to space, man, just like the beloved Speedmaster but (unlike the Omega) can be had for a more than reasonable price for a vintage piece with such provenance.
Seiko SBDC051 Watch Review
My time with this watch evolved into a real watch proportion case study, which led me to learn even more about case size and what really works for my wrist. It’s the first time that a Seiko felt way too big for me and I think this is important to jot down for anyone with a wrist that’s around 6.5″.
The Seiko SKX007: Why I’m Buying Another One
After getting far deeper into this hobby than I ever intended, I have a new-found appreciation for this classic, affordable piece. What makes the SKX007 a truly great watch? I hope to address this topic from the perspective of someone who has come full-circle on the SKX…