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My personal favorite in the Bambino lineup is the one that incorporates the small seconds dial. What does this mean? You get the value and reliability of a Seiko in a different brand name and style. Orient watch was founded around 1950 and today is a subsidiary of Seiko. I have had my eye on one for some time as it has all the characteristics of being an amazing starter watch for people looking for a versatile timepiece at an entry-level price point.

The watch is offered in a wide array of styles from the seller and all offer a great timepiece wrapped up in an incredible looking package.

When it comes to dress watches, the Orient Bambino is perhaps the best affordable automatic option out there. At a retail price of around $225, the Seiko SKX Diver’s 200m becomes exceedingly difficult to dislike once you put it on and will last you the rest of your life!

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I would note that there have been rumors circulating that Seiko may be discontinuing the SKX series soon, so I would offer that there is no time is better than now to grab one of these up. For anyone who is looking for a dive watch that is affordable, strong, uncluttered, and reliable, look no further than the Seiko SKX series. It is an excellent tool and can be worn at almost any occasion, from the running daily errands with the kids to exploring the depths of the ocean. The Seiko SKX is a seriously sturdy watch that sports a timeless and desirable diver look. Combine that with the fact that the watch literally may be the most easily modified piece in the industry (hands, bezels, dials, case back, crystals, etc.), and you have an endlessly customizable timepiece. The watch can be bought on either a stock bracelet or rubber strap, but let’s not get caught up on the stock offerings – the SKX diver is an absolute strap monster! The watch looks right at home on a premium leather strap, NATOs of all colors, or a higher end after-market bracelet. It gets the job done worry-free, which is great when you consider this watch could be used for scuba diving with its 200m water resistance. The watch is powered by the same 7S26 movement as the Seiko 5 SNK line: reliable, sturdy, and simplistic. For those who are unsure about the larger case diameter, the SKX013 version may be for you as it comes in at approximately 38mm in diameter. The SKX007 measures in at 42mm in diameter with a thickness of 13mm. The SKX series offers many variants, but the most widely popular is the SKX007. Despite the very affordable price, these are widely considered classic timepieces and a work horse that every serious watch collector will have in their stable. These watches are undeniably Seiko and a much-refined descendant of the earliest Seiko divers from the 1960s. Wanting to sport that classic diver watch look on a budget? Then look no further than the ultra affordable Seiko SKX series. At a retail price starting under $100, any choice in the Seiko 5 SNK line of watches is most certainly a watch you can wear year-round without others knowing you own only a single timepiece. All the features aside, the best part about these watches is the value you get for the price. The watch also features an easily set day/date function, water resistance of up to 30m, and the always under-rated Seiko lume. This movement won’t win any awards for being the most accurate, but it is extremely reasonable and reliable.Ī bonus lies in the fact that the movement is visible via the exhibition case back, a feature that many watches at this price range do not offer. The watches in this line are powered by the tried and true 7S26 movement with a power reserve of approximately 40 hours. With a case diameter of 37mm and amazingly thin at just 11mm, the wrist presence is subtle and feels just right. The Seiko 5 SNK line comes in five different color options, but I must admit the SNK809 is my personal favorite for its black dial and the red accents on the second hand. I personally feel so strongly about this statement and the value of the Seiko SNK series that I bought a SNK809 watch and gifted it to my brother on his last birthday as his first automatic watch!

In the words of one of my friends who is extremely well-versed in the world of watches, “the Seiko 5 SNK series offers the best value in a mechanical watch hands down”. This line of watches is often considered one of the most popular and affordable series ever made, and for good reason. From seasoned watch collectors who own many luxury brands, to those just getting into automatic watches, I have personally seen all types of the Seiko 5 SNK series on many wrists.

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