
Seiko
Seiko's legendary budget automatic caliber that powered the original Seiko 5 line and SKX diver series for decades. Lacking hacking and hand-winding, it is mechanically simple with just 21 jewels, but this simplicity contributed to its remarkable durability and low maintenance requirements. Now discontinued in favor of the NH35/4R35, the 7S26 remains one of the most iconic and beloved movements in affordable horology.
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Seiko on the secondhand market
+10.4%
2026 so far · +6.1% to +17.3% · 91 matched watches
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Dress watches as a group: +11.0% · 211 matched watches
Year-by-year readings →Owners widely praise the Seiko SNKP17 as an excellent value entry-level automatic, noting its impressive craftsmanship for the price and its versatility for everyday and business-casual wear. One owner reported the 7S26 movement exceeded its advertised power reserve, running for 44 hours. The stock metal strap is considered chintzy, with owners recommending leather straps to improve appearance and wearability. Overall, owners rate the Seiko SNKP17 highly for its value and reliable automatic movement.
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