Seiko auto

[Tam]

Does anyone have an opinion on this Seiko?
http://www.chronograph.com/store/mli_viewItem.asp?...
I'm after a cheapish every day watch and thought it looked good, but wondered if anyone has had one and like/disliked them?

[lowdrag]

I wore Seiko's from 1967 up to the 1990's when I could afford better. Mostly automatics and some quartz, they were sturdy and good value for money. However, just be careful about the 50 metres bit - that is safe for doing the washing up only. Seiko do have, dearer admittedly, proper waterproof watches you can swim in.

[pastrana72]

that looks a really nice watch, Seiko automatics are good, i am a fan, recently bought one for my father, really good.

Got it from here.

http://www.rltwatches.com/index.html

Fantastic service, would use again, loads of good watches.

[Ecurie Ecosse]

I have a 1969 Seiko Automatic Navigator Timer which has never been serviced (has only just had its glass replaced) that I am wear every day and keeps good time.



I also have a 1996 Seiko Kinetic Sports 150 Diver which has had some serious abuse and keeps on ticking.



So, based on my experiences I say go for it!

How about getting a used "vintage" Seiko - they are great value and IMHO are very distinctive. There are some good ones at Chronomaster.

http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/Seiko%20Watches.htm

[Wadeski]

The Seiko 5 is a nice watch, not the exactly a hi-end movement (its was designed for auto watches in the £100-ish price bracket) but it comes in a million different styles so there will be one to suit.

the new Seiko Spirit line are replacing them are a bit more expensive, but have a much better movement (hacking & winding 6R15 as in the newer dive watches) and finish - might be worth considering?

http://www.seiyajapan.com/c=ZC3NrBhC2qkPcAKyjrknDE...

Edited by Wadeski on Wednesday 23 January 13:39