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Seiko 5 Sports Field seriesvsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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5 Sports Field series
Seiko5 Sports Field series
MSRP $450
Skindiver Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver Automatic
MSRP $549

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports Field series39.4mm
Skindiver Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports Field series41h
Skindiver Automatic40h
Water Resistance
5 Sports Field series100m
Skindiver Automatic200m
MSRP
5 Sports Field series$450
Skindiver Automatic$549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.4mm
38mm
Thickness
13.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R34
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$549

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What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports Field series

The Seiko 5 Sports Field series offers an accessible explorer-style watch with a 41mm stainless steel case, 100m water resistance, and a Hardlex crystal. The Field GMT model features a caller GMT complication powered by the 4R34 movement, while the standard Field models use the 4R36 with a 41-hour power reserve. Both models include Arabic numerals coated in LumiBrite and a lumed pearl on the bezel. On balance, the Seiko 5 Sports Field GMT is a well-regarded entry-level explorer watch for its price point, despite its office-style GMT function.

From video reviewers

The prominent five-sided GMT hand enhances legibility and adds a sophisticated aesthetic to the watch. The Seiko 5 Sports Field series offers similar functionality to the Explorer 2 at a lower price, making it a valuable option. Reviewers disagree on whether it's a missed opportunity for Seiko to release this model first, with one reviewer implying it would have been a more logical addition to their lineup.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm for its vintage-inspired design, compact 38mm size, and tool-like aesthetic, offering good value for its price. The watch features ridiculously bright and long-lasting lume, a clean dial, and a Miyota 9039 no-date movement. Some owners find the push-pull crown a drawback, while others note the clasp and some bracelet links can feel sharp. Opinions are split on the bracelet design, with some finding it confusing and others praising its articulation and micro-adjustments. One owner found the 40mm case felt larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm highly for its vintage aesthetic and tool-watch appeal at a reasonable price.

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