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Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch

Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch

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$165.00at CreationWatchesChecked 16 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $165.00 at CreationWatches on Nov 10.
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch

The Seiko 5 SNKL86 is a gold-tone automatic dress watch built on Seiko's long-running 7S26 movement with 21 jewels and a day-date display. It has a stainless steel case and bracelet, a gold dial, mineral glass and 30 m water resistance. It suits buyers who want a mechanical watch with a classic gold look without paying luxury prices. Against rivals like the SNK series or entry Citizens, it stands out for its automatic movement and day-date at a modest size, though the 30 m rating and mineral crystal are basic.

Best forFirst automatic watch buyersDress and office wearGold-tone look on a budgetGift for a traditional watch fan
Pros
  • Automatic 7S26 movement with 21 jewels
  • Day and date display
  • Stainless steel case and bracelet
  • Classic gold-tone dress look
  • No battery to replace
Cons
  • 30 m water resistance is splash-only
  • Mineral glass scratches more easily than sapphire
  • No hacking or hand-winding on the 7S26
  • Gold plating can wear over time
  • Bracelet quality is basic

Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch prices at every store

  • CreationWatchesNew

    In stock

    $165.00Free shippingChecked 16 h ago
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $190.09Free shippingChecked 16 h ago
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  • JomashopNew

    In stock

    $199.00Free shippingChecked 16 h ago
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Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $165.00 on Nov 10 at CreationWatches. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners of the Seiko 5 line generally praise the automatic movement, the day-date and the value of getting a mechanical watch at this level. Common complaints are the non-hacking movement, the mineral crystal and the light water resistance.

What people mention
  • MovementPraisedOwners like the automatic 7S26 for its reliability and the mechanical feel at this level.
  • HackingCriticisedThe movement does not hack, so setting the time precisely takes a little care.
  • CrystalCriticisedMineral glass is seen as a weak point and scratches more easily than sapphire.
  • Water resistanceCriticisedAt 30 m it is fine for splashes but not for swimming or showering.
  • LookPraisedBuyers like the gold-tone dial and case for dressy and office wear.

Specifications

Case Color
GoldSource
Movement Type
AutomaticSource
Color (Strap)
GoldSource
Closure
ClaspSource
Display Type

Questions and answers

Is the Seiko 5 SNKL86 a good first automatic watch?
Yes. It uses a proven Seiko automatic movement with a day-date and a classic gold look, which makes it a common entry point into mechanical watches.
Can you swim with the Seiko 5 SNKL86?
No. Its 30 m rating covers splashes and rain only, not swimming or showering.
Does the SNKL86 have a hacking movement?
No. The 7S26 movement does not hack and cannot be hand-wound, so you set it by shaking it to start and adjusting the time.
How does it compare with the Seiko 5 SNK series?
Both use the same 7S26 movement and mineral glass. The SNKL86 differs mainly in its gold-tone case and dial and its dressier look.
What is in the box?
The watch on its stainless steel bracelet, usually with a Seiko manual and warranty card.
Is the gold finish solid gold?
No. The case and bracelet are stainless steel with a gold-tone finish, which can wear over years of use.
Where is the Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch cheapest?
At CreationWatches, for $165.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Seiko 5 Automatic 21 Jewels SNKL86 SNKL86K1 SNKL86K Watch?
3 stores we checked sell it, including CreationWatches, Best Buy, Jomashop.

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