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Seiko 5 Sports SKX seriesvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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5 Sports SKX series
Seiko5 Sports SKX series
MSRP $315
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports SKX series28mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports SKX series40h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
5 Sports SKX series100m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
5 Sports SKX series$315
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
28mm
41mm
Thickness
11.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
33.1mm
41mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
MOP
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
2R06
Seiko NH34 GMT
Jewels
21
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$315
$499

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What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its iconic dive watch design, robust build, and excellent value, with many appreciating its timeless styling and tool-like character. The movement, while basic, is noted as offering hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and accuracy varies, with many owners reporting +/-5 to 10 seconds per day despite the movement's potential for +/-40 seconds. Some owners find the original SKX models heavier and bulkier than newer iterations, while others critique the lack of a screw-down crown and ISO rating on the newer Seiko 5 Sports SKX series, deeming it less of a serious tool watch. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its enduring design and value proposition as a robust, everyday watch.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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