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Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch

Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch

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Our take on the Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch

The Seiko 5 SNKN55J1 is a Japan-made automatic watch with a 43mm stainless steel case, a black dial and a matching steel bracelet. It runs Seiko's 7S26 movement with 21 jewels, showing the day and date at 3 o'clock, and it has no battery to change. It suits people who want a simple, durable everyday automatic without paying for a Swiss badge. Against entry-level rivals it stands out for its in-house movement and solid steel build, but it lacks hacking and hand-winding, and its 50m rating is modest.

Best forFirst automatic watch buyersDaily office and casual wearBuyers who want a Japan-made SeikoPeople who prefer a steel bracelet over a strap
Pros
  • Japan-made Seiko 7S26 automatic movement with 21 jewels
  • Full stainless steel case and bracelet
  • Day and date display
  • Luminous hands and indexes for low light
  • Hardlex crystal resists scratches better than plain mineral glass
Cons
  • Movement does not hack or hand-wind
  • 50m water resistance is fine for splashes only, not swimming
  • 43mm case is large for slim wrists
  • No sapphire crystal at this level
  • Accuracy is typical mechanical, not quartz-tight

Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch prices at every store

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    In stockSold by CW WATCHESReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $215.83Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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What reviewers say

Owners of the Seiko 5 line generally rate it as a dependable, good-looking automatic for the money. The SNKN55J1 draws praise for its clean black dial and solid steel feel, while the non-hacking movement and modest water resistance are the usual complaints.

What people mention
  • MovementMixedOwners like the durable 7S26 but note it cannot be hand-wound and the seconds hand does not hack.
  • BuildPraisedThe stainless steel case and bracelet feel solid and heavier than expected for the class.
  • DialPraisedThe black dial with day and date is easy to read and looks clean on the wrist.
  • Water resistanceCriticisedBuyers say 50m is enough for rain and handwashing but not for swimming.
  • SizeMixedThe 43mm case wears large; some find it right, others say it overhangs slim wrists.
  • BraceletMixedThe steel bracelet is serviceable but some owners find it rattly next to the case.

About the Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch

The Seiko 5 SNKN55 is an analog men's watch made in Japan. It has a stainless steel case and bracelet, a black dial, and a Hardlex crystal. The hands and indexes are luminous.

It is powered by the automatic 7S26 movement with 21 jewels. The dial shows the day and the date. The bracelet closes with a deployment clasp, and the watch is water resistant to 50 meters.

Brand
Seiko
Model
Seiko 5 SNKN55 (SNKN55J1, SNKN55J)
Made in
Japan
Movement
Automatic, caliber 7S26, 21 jewels
Case material
Stainless steel
Bracelet
Stainless steel, deployment clasp
Crystal
Hardlex
Dial
Black, analog display
Display
Day and date
Luminous
Hands and indexes
Crown
Pull/push
Water resistance
50 m
Case diameter
Approx. 43 mm
Case thickness
Approx. 12 mm

Specifications

color
BlackSource
size
BlackSource

Questions and answers

Does the SNKN55J1 have a hacking movement?
No. The 7S26 movement does not hack, so the seconds hand keeps running when you set the time, and it cannot be hand-wound. It winds only by wearing it.
Can I swim with this watch?
No. It is rated to 50m, which covers splashes and brief immersion but not swimming or diving. Take it off for water sports.
How does it compare with the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD models?
The SRPD line uses the newer 4R36 movement with hacking and hand-winding and usually offers 100m water resistance. The SNKN55J1 is the older, simpler 7S26 design with a dressier look.
What is the case size?
The case is about 43mm across and 12mm thick, with a stainless steel bracelet and a deployment clasp. It wears large on most wrists.
Does it need a battery?
No. It is a mechanical automatic, powered by the movement of your wrist. If you leave it off for a day or two it will stop and need resetting.
Is the crystal sapphire?
No. It uses Seiko's Hardlex mineral crystal, which is more scratch-resistant than standard mineral glass but not as hard as sapphire.
Where is the Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch cheapest?
At Walmart, for $215.83, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Seiko 5 Automatic Japan Made SNKN55 SNKN55J1 SNKN55J Men's Watch?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings.

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