- Is the Seiko 5 Sports SRPL55K1 a good first automatic watch?
- Yes. It hand-winds, hacks and has a day-date, so it is easy to live with. It costs far less than Swiss automatics with similar specs.
- Can I swim with it?
- Yes, it is rated to 10 ATM (100m). That covers swimming and snorkeling, but not scuba diving, and the crown is not screw-down.
- Does it have sapphire glass?
- No, it uses mineral crystal. It resists knocks but scratches more easily than sapphire, so many owners fit a protector or polish it.
- How accurate is the movement?
- Seiko rates the 4R36 at roughly -35 to +45 seconds a day. Real-world examples often do better, but expect some drift.
- What is in the box?
- The watch on its stainless steel bracelet, with the Seiko warranty card and manual. No extra strap is included.
- How does it compare with a Seiko Prospex diver?
- The Prospex line adds sapphire, a screw-down crown and higher water ratings. The Seiko 5 Sports keeps the same automatic movement in a lighter, more casual package.
- Where is the Seiko 5 Sports Automatic SRPL55K1 cheapest?
- At CreationWatches, for $279.00, as of our latest check.