Unisex Analogue Quartz Watch with Stainless Steel Bracelet – SNXS79K

The Seiko 5 is perhaps the best watch you can buy at a price anywhere close to this. Indeed, in my opinion this watch has far more in common with watches ten times its price than with its other immediate competitors. First, note that despite the product title, this is NOT a quartz watch, but an automatic mechanical watch, using Seiko's venerable 7S26 movement, which is far, far better than almost any other entry-level automatic movement I've seen. If, however, you want the accuracy and simple operation of a quartz movement, this watch is probably not for you. That said, if you've never owned a mechanical watch before, this is definitely a good way to start! This watch is well-proportioned and the design is classic, having remained mostly unchanged for years, yet isn't particularly dated. That said, this watch is very much on the smaller side, it's significantly smaller than most "current" men's watches, and the thick bezel further exaggerates the relatively diminutive dial. However, if you prefer a more traditionally sized watch, the Seiko 5 is an absolute godsend, offering a genuinely good quality, classically styled watch without the maintenance and reliability issues of buying vintage. The dial itself is clear and neat, without any clutter. The logo and hour markers are all applied, well aligned, and perfectly match the case finish. The printing on the minute track and "automatic" wording is clear, crisp and detailed. The date window is well executed and again the printing here is very good. The surface of the dial is a lovely deep grey, with a slight sunburst effect visible under bright lighting. The hands and markers have luminescent coating, and although it's a little disappointing in terms of how long it will stay bright for, it's plenty good enough for casual use. The glass is of good quality, although does pick up the odd finger smudge. As far as I know it's mineral glass rather than sapphire, but this really isn't the big problem many marketing spots make it out to be. The watch case itself is delightfully polished, and has a timeless shape with a slightly sporty retro feel to it. The display back, with glass showing the movement inside, is a very popular feature at the moment and although a little overkill on what is a rather plain, workhorse grade movement, is definitely a nice touch from Seiko. The movement itself is very good, definitely punching well above its price point in terms of quality and accuracy, although it's perhaps worth noting that it cannot be hand-wound to "top-up" or start the watch if it's wound down, the only way to wind it is through the motion of the automatic rotor. With that in mind, it does feature Seiko's patented Magic Lever system, which means it winds far more efficiently than virtually any other non Seiko movement out there. Perhaps the worst feature of the entire watch is the metal bracelet, but then it's fairly well known that this is one of the places Seiko have cut the most cost. That said, it's incredibly easy to remove the bracelet and fit a replacement strap instead, and this is something I really do recommend doing. Whether you want to go for a better quality bracelet, a classic leather strap, or a fabric strap (very fashionable right now), this watch looks good! I imagine it would look great on an old-school expanding bracelet too. I personally wear mine on a loose-weave, "tropical" style Perlon strap which gives it a very 70s explorer/adventurer feel, and to be honest the versatility is one of the great things about this watch. Something as simple as a strap change enables this watch to be very much dressed up or down as the situation demands. For me, it's the perfect all-rounder watch. It's not flashy, or a target for theft, but it has serious history and credibility and gets compliments from those who know. It's tough without being ugly, it's inexpensive without being cheap, and it's neutral enough to be suitable for most occasions without being beige and boring. Worth noting that most 20mm fabric straps will fit comfortably, although the strap lugs are actually 19mm wide, and so getting a leather strap is a little less easy, but nonetheless very much possible. Overall, I'd say that this is one of the best watches I've ever owned, at any price, simply because it gets so much right. Despite owning watches that are more "interesting" or expensive, this watch is by far my most worn watch. The combination of size, looks, reliability, comfort, and durability is something I've yet to find elsewhere. If for some reason this watch got broken or lost, I would absolutely buy another without even feeling the need to consider an alternative, and to me that's the mark of a perfect product.

Stylish, clean design and the movement is smooth.

The watch face is clean and easy to read at a glance, with well-contrasted hands and markers that stand out even in low light. The build quality of the case is excellent—solid and well-finished—though the bracelet lets it down slightly, feeling lighter and more rattly than expected. Noise from the bracelet is noticeable when moving your wrist, but it doesn’t affect comfort or function. Durability is classic Seiko: the quartz movement is dependable, and the overall watch feels like it will keep perfect time for years with minimal upkeep.

Perfect everyday watch,very durable and good value for money .

I have always liked automatic watches (no battery replacement ever) and this one is a good, robust and attractive watch. Seiko 5s have been around for decades, and users continually say they are reliable and serve well for many years. I would say the metal bracelet is a bit flimsy and has the tendency to pull hairs. I replaced it with a leather band, and it looks MUCH better. It is possible to replace the band yourself. The watch has the look of a classic watch out of the late 60s and early 70s, the indexes make reading the time very easy, and the lume is not bad either. The recessed crown (not used for winding, only for setting the day and date) never scratches your skin or rips your shirt. To start the watch functioning, shake from side to side about 10 seconds till the second hand starts. Altogether, a classy, yet unpretentious basic timepiece that NEVER needs a battery. I highly recommend it.

I have some doubts that this is a genuine Seiko. The bracelet is feable and low quality. A jewler said that the mechanism looked a bit poor. If this watch was £29.99, it may be worth buying, but at £69.99 it is grossly overpriced. Having said this, the watch does keep good time and looks reasonable. If this watch is in-fact a genuine Seiko, then I apologies to the company. I would point out that I own other Seikos bought from retail (high-street) shops (not Internet) and these watches are far superior in quality.

Lovely watch at an affordable price. My only issue is that I’m not 100% convinced it was new. Box was damaged and the crystal didn’t have protective film on it, which most other watches I’ve had have always had.

A truly lovely watch bought as a gift for a special birthday for my husband. After viewing several Seiko 5 watches I decided on the snxs79k with a black dial. Previous Seiko watches, he has had two over a lifetime, have had white dials so I wanted something a little different but of the same size and quality and the reliability of Seiko. The dial is more of a dark grey and catches the light beautifully, the stainless steel strap fitted perfectly and in our opinion is of good quality. Being automatic, it will not need replacement batteries and keeps reliable time. He was very pleased with his present and I am delighted with my purchase and would highly recommend.