LIV Watches GX1-AvsSeiko Seiko 5 Sports Field series

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

LIV Watches GX1-A at true scale

GX1-A

Seiko Seiko 5 Sports Field series at true scale

Seiko 5 Sports Field series

Diameter

42mm

39.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48.1mm

Thickness

11.6mm

lowest

13.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

41h

MSRP

$850

$315

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko 4R36

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
39.4mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.1mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$850
$315
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

LIV Watches GX1-A

Owners widely praise the LIV Watches GX1-A for its solid build, clean look, and well-made feel, with many reporting it garners positive comments and feels worth significantly more than its price. One owner finds the craftsmanship impressive and has ordered a second GX1-A, while another notes excellent timekeeping and comfortable wear. A negative experience was reported regarding a lost delivery and a refused refund. On balance, owners rate the LIV Watches GX1-A highly for its perceived value and build quality.

Seiko 5 Sports Field series

The Seiko 5 Sports Field series is praised for its excellent legibility, featuring fully lumed Arabic numerals and a lumed pearl on the compass bezel. Reviewers note the reliable 4R36 movement and 10 bar water resistance, with some considering the watches good value under 500 euros. The GMT variants, specifically the SSK023 and SSK025, offer an accessible explorer watch with a GMT complication and a fixed 24-hour bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports Field series highly for its legibility and value proposition.