Seiko Analogical SRPD71K1

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Leather strap watches tend to fit without a problem for most wearers. However, watches fitted with metal bracelets often need adjusting to get the perfect fit. The watch has a sporty appeal to it and a fresh touch of blue which makes adds to the sportiness but also makes it perfect as an everyday watch. Despite its sporty design, it makes for a great everyday timepiece. A standard Seiko Hardlex crystal is fitted securely into the case, offering plenty of scratch resistance and general durability for almost any lifestyle. Dial and Hands Unlike many automatic watches, this model comes with a Seconds-Stop functionwhich allows the wearer to completely halt the movement within the watch. The watch has a water resistance of 100m/330 feet which makes it suitable for swimming and showering, but not deep diving.

The color of the coin edge bezel is also gunmetal grey. The insert is aluminum and green, which compliments the dial nicely. Strap Without further ado, in this article, we are reviewing the Seiko 5 SRPD71K1 and looking closer at what this timepiece has to offer. No surprises here! Since SKX007 bezels are compatible, SKX007 bezel inserts will work with your Seiko 5 Sports/SRPD as well. I am absolutely satisfied with the SRPD77K1. If you ask me, the price value ratio is insane, especially considering the fact that this watch is powered by Seiko’s 4R36 movement.

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The case has drilled lugs, so changing the strap is pretty easy. This watch would look great on a wide variety of straps. Pros and Cons Let's talk about the new Seiko 5 Sports/SRPD lineup announced in 2019. Affectionately dubbed as the 5KX because of its uncanny resemblance to its older brother the SKX007/SKX009, the new Seiko 5 Sports dive watch has caught the attention of many Seiko enthusiasts.

Much to the disappointment of many SKX fans, the new Seiko 5 Sports do not have a screw down crown. As such, it won't be compatible with the range of SKX007 aftermarket crowns. ❌ Fat SpringbarsThe Seiko 5 Sport series was first released in 1963, its creation aimed at providing stylish yet affordable automatic watches to the younger generation of the 60s. 50 years later, the Seiko 5 Sport has been reborn, each model showcasing the key traits of the original models as well as new, updated features. Either way, it does seem like the modding community now has more options to choose from! List of Seiko 5 Sports/SRPD References/Model Numbers that will be compatible with SKX mod parts: The crown, unlike the SKX, is a push-pull and not a screw-down, which naturally affects its water resistance. You don’t get a proper dive watch, but I’m sure you’ll be fine if you don’t pull the crown out underwater. Yes, a screw down crown would be nice, but this crown makes sense because you can wind the watch or set the time without messing up the threading. The mechanism within the watch is 4R36 automatic movementwhich is built in house and the calibre is comprised of 24 Jewelsand a 41-hour power reserve.