- Which is better for a small wrist?
- The SNXS75K1. At 37mm wide and 12mm thick it sits closer to the wrist than the 42.5mm, 13.4mm Sports. If your wrist is under about 6.5 inches, the smaller case will look more proportional.
- Is the Seiko 5 Sports worth the extra money?
- It costs $280.00 at Amazon versus $193.27 at Best Buy for the SNXS75K1 as of November 3. You pay about $87 more for 100m water resistance, a rotating bezel, Lumibrite lume, and a movement that hand-winds and hacks. If you want a sport watch, that is fair value; if you want a simple dress watch, it is not.
- Which movement is better, the 4R36-class or the 7S26?
- The Sports movement is more flexible: it hand-winds and hacks, so you can set it precisely and top up the power without shaking it. The 7S26 in the SNXS75K1 is older and simpler but proven, with about 41 hours of reserve. Both are non-certified automatics that typically run within about 10 to 20 seconds a day.
- Which one lasts longer?
- Both use stainless steel cases and Hardlex crystals, so wear resistance is similar. The Sports adds 100m water resistance, which helps if it gets wet. The SNXS75K1's 7S26 has a long service history, but neither movement is rated for a specific service interval; plan on servicing every 5 to 7 years.
- Can I swim with either watch?
- The Seiko 5 Sports is rated to 100 meters and has a screw-down case back, so it handles swimming and showering. The SNXS75K1 has no stated water resistance rating, so keep it away from water beyond hand washing.
- Which has better resale or collector appeal?
- Neither is a limited model, so resale is modest for both. The Seiko 5 Sports has a larger following and more colorways, which usually means an easier resale. The SNXS75K1 appeals to buyers who want a small vintage-style Seiko 5.
