Seiko Story: Why Seiko Sports 5 is a Top Choice Among Watch Collectors

 

There is no denying that Seiko is among the biggest watchmakers in the world and paved the way for more powerful timepiece designs. Their revolutionary mark in the watch industry and community still reigns up to this date.

Seiko is known for its exquisite and intricately-designed mechanical and dive watches since 1960 and they relentlessly deploy all the skills and experience they gained over the decades in terms of style, mechanisms, provenance, materials, and specifications.

One of their iconic pieces is the Seiko 5 which garnered a legion of fans worldwide.

Universally accepted as a go-to watch collection, Seiko reintroduced the series in 2019. Seiko launched new Seiko Sports 5 models that collectors and aficionados truly dig in. Actually, the new Seiko Sports 5 is a clone of discountinued SKX series. However, it doesn't have a screwed-down crown.

 

Pros 

If you are looking for a handsome, entry-level, and well-made watch to collect, then the new Seiko Sports 5 is worth your every penny. It is an excellent value for your money and the features never disappoint.

Seiko Sports 5 is truly economical and dependable. It boasts impressive and exceptional attributes at a budget-friendly price.

Even if it is not considered a dive watch, it still has an impressive 100-meter water resistance rating and is designed to provide accurate and reliable time-keeping.

It makes for a watch that you will wear and love every day. Aesthetically striking and pleasing, it is a perfect addition to complete your ensemble for all occasions.

Each timepiece from this series is made from high-quality materials to ensure it possesses a timeless elegance and is built to last. 

Many collectors claimed that Seiko Sport 5 is extremely comfortable to wear. If you wish to change the strap to your liking, you can use a buckle-type Curved End Rubber Strap (CB10).

 

Cons

There is really not much to complain about Seiko Sports 5, but it is more fashion over function which is especially noticeable among those who are into diving. They offer less water resistance compared to other Seiko dive watches.

 

History of Seiko Sports 5 

Tagged by the watch community as the ultimate starter watch, the Seiko Sports 5 line of watches has a true value proposition. 

The original Seiko 5 was launched in 1963. The number 5 reflects the five attributes of Seiko with are automatic winding, a day and date display, water resistance, a recessed crown at 4 o’clock, and a durable case.

These attributes showcase just how much heart and soul Seiko put into each of their timepieces. This series had long represented a cornerstone in the foundation of Seiko’s offerings for watch enthusiasts.

To date, the polarizing Seiko 5 lineup remains strong. In 2019, Seiko revamped and reintroduced the original series and named is Seiko Sports 5. The different models were sorted into five styles - Sports, Suits, Specialist, Street, and Sense. 

It is a more elaborate version of the older line but is now larger, more water-resistant, and a bit more expensive.

 

Model Numbers:

Sports Style

SRPH27K1

SRPH19K1

SRPG27K1

SRPG29K1

SRPG31K1

SRPG33K1

SRPG35K1

SRPG37K1

SRPG47K1

SRPE51K1

SRPE53K1

SRPE55K1

SRPE57K1

SRPE58K1

SRPE60K1

SRPE61K1

SRPE63K1

SRPE65K1

SRPE67K1

SRPD51K1

SRPD51K2

SRPD53K1

SRPD55K1

SRPD55K3

SRPD57K1

SRPD59K1

SRPD61K1

SRPD63K1

SRPD65K1

SRPD65K4

 

Suits Style

SRPH21K1

SRPH23K1

SRPH25K1

SRPE75K1

SRPE77K1

SRPD65K2

SRPD67K1

SRPD69K1

SRPD71K1

SRPD71K2

SRPD73K1

SRPD73K2

SRPD75K1

 

Specialist Style

 

SRPG39K1

SRPG41K1

SRPG42K1

SRPE79K1

SRPE80K1

SRPD55K2

SRPD65K3

SRPD76K1

 

Street Style

 

SRPH63K1

SRPH65K1

SRPH67K1

SRPH69K1

SRPH71K1

SRPH29K1

SRPH31K1

SRPH33K1

SRPG61K1

SRPG63K1

SRPE71K1

SRPE69K1

SRPE72K1

SRPE74K1

SRPD79K1

SRPD81K1

SRPD83K1

 

Specifications

 

Dimensions: 40mm diameter x 20mm lug width x 11.5mm thickness (44mm lug-to-lug)

Movement: Seiko 4R36 automatic | 24 jewels, 40-hour power reserve

Water resistance: 100m

Crystal: Hardlex

Crown: Push/Pull

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