Seiko Men's Recraft Series Automatic Leather Casual Watch (Model: SNKP27), Emerald, Automatic Watch

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On the face of the watch a flat, brushed bezel surrounds a flat, inset Hardlex crystal, meaning that the height of the watch is all case.

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And it should appeal to people with the confidence to wear such an out of the ordinary watch, particularly in a time of featureless aluminum and glass slabs gracing so many wrists. But most are probably looking for that affordable standout piece in their collection, unlike anything else that they have. But after handling the watch and having it in my possession for several weeks, the idea of the emerald green dialed, vintage-inspired Recraft has grown on me. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Along with the reliable Japanese made movement, this makes for a tough watch, despite the modest size.

Or step up to the now discontinued classic Seiko SARB017 Alpinist, or even its replacement, the SPB121 / SBDC091 Seiko Alpinist. And while the case sides on the left and right are closer to vertical, the top and bottom ends slope outward, away from the bezel and toward the lugs.

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But if they were going to use paint on the dial, it seems like it would have been worthwhile to use lume. The bezel is chunkier and more modern looking and the whole watch looks a little crisper than the 1960s watch. Something classic but striking, a bit out of the ordinary that stood apart from the countless round silver, white, or black timepieces of the day. Though the case is only around 12mm thick, the watch itself looks and feels thicker than that, because of the tall, straight, polished sides. It is no secret that non-traditionally shaped watches are what get me … So I guess it therefore should be no surprise that I absolute love this watch!Seiko watches have been worn on the wrists of celebrities and were favoured by soldiers around the world.

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Still, it borrows heavily from the earlier design, successfully recreating an exciting era for the brand.Perhaps less obviously, but equally important, the Recraft series is a re-crafting of vintage design aesthetics into a modern watch. Outside of the center circle, the dial steps up to a raised shelf that makes up the outer region of the dial. Though it’s a solid, workhorse movement, it would have been nice for Seiko to have discontinued the 7s26 entirely and use a 4R16 movement in the Recraft series instead. It’s a different sort of watch, offering the flair of yesteryear, crafted with modern parts, at a modern size. And the thickness makes it feel substantial while also complementing the chunkier nature of the case.