Seiko Prospex Sea SNE Date 38.5mm
Reference: SNE569
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From its inception, Seiko has been a trailblazer in horological innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible in timekeeping. One of its groundbreaking achievements came in 1969 with the launch of the Seiko Astron, the world's first quartz watch, which revolutionized the market with its accuracy and reliability. Seiko has continued to innovate with the introduction of numerous groundbreaking technologies, including the Spring Drive movement, which combines the precision of a quartz watch with the craftsmanship of a mechanical timepiece. Moreover, Seiko has maintained its commitment to craftsmanship and quality, producing a diverse range of watches that cater to a wide spectrum of tastes and preferences, from classic dress watches to rugged dive watches. With a legacy of innovation and excellence spanning over a century, Seiko remains a driving force in the watchmaking world, revered for its technical prowess, reliability, and enduring style.
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6.75"/17.15cm
I previously owned the Seiko SNE573 (Black dial, black rubber strap).
Case
The biggest upside to this watch is the case size. At 38.5mm, it's extremely wearable and fit my wrist perfectly. It is classically proportioned to a vintage dive watch size and the screw-down crown and 200m of water resistance made me feel comfortable swimming in the ocean with it, as well as robust outdoor activities. The unidirectional 120 click bezel also aligned perfectly for me. As it's a quartz watch, it's only 10.6mm thick, which gives it a premium slim profile on the wrist.
Dial
The dial is nice at the price point. Looking closely, you can see the solar panels, which doesn't bother me. The plain black is a classic look and the lume is excellent and lasts all night.
Movement
I had no issues at all with the solar quartz movement. The seconds hand also hit the seconds hand perfectly
Straps
The black OEM rubber strap was okay. It looked decent and paired well withh the watch, but it was very long, and would overhang. For that reason, I always wore it on a different strap. With 20mm lug width, there are many good options you can use that'll look good on this watch. My model didn't have the bracelet so I can't speak to that.
Value
This watch retails at close to $400, but can easily be found for significantly less on the grey or secondary market. I believe it's very good value for money looking for a reliable and good looking solar powered dive watch
Overall
Biggest Pros
- Reliable durable solar movement. Don't need to worry about servicing or battery replacement
- 38.5mm case wears great on the wrist
- Good deals to be had to find on secondary market
Biggest Drawbacks
- OEM strap is much too long
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