Seiko SNK803vsSeiko 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.

Seiko SNK803 at true scale

SNK803

Seiko Seiko 5 Sports Field series at true scale

Seiko 5 Sports Field series

Diameter

37mm

39.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48.1mm

Thickness

n/a

13.2mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

41h

highest

MSRP

n/a

$315

Movement

Seiko 7S26

Seiko 4R36

Case

8 specs
Category
n/a
Sport
Diameter
37mm
39.4mm
Thickness
n/a
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.1mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Exhibition
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Tan
Black
Indices
Arabic numerals
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko 7S26
Seiko 4R36
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
21
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$315
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Reviews

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

Seiko SNK803

Owners widely praise the Seiko SNK803 for its exceptional value, practical versatility, and classic field watch aesthetics, with many considering it a well-made, good-looking, and solid workhorse. Some owners find the 37mm case a bit small, while others appreciate its wearability and how it looks better in person than in photos. One owner reported reliability and accuracy issues with their specific piece. Overall, owners rate the Seiko SNK803 highly for its outstanding value and classic field watch design.

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.