Seiko Men's Analogue Automatic Watch with Textile Strap – SNK805K2

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The watch also features a red-tipped second hand. The opposing side of this hand has a luminous dot, much like the meatball on an SKX, allowing you to read the seconds in the dark. To avoid optical distortion, all cases and dials were to be mirror-finished (aka Zaratsu polishing)

These gradually darker intervals produce a field of ever-changing grayish tones that is reminiscent of nature. Unlike many aftermarket companies, the parts we sell are at least as good as Seiko OEM parts, and in the case of our dials, many exceed the craftsmanship of entry level Seiko models. Out of the many crystals available, the SNK805 has hardlex in place. The glass is tougher than mineral but is not as resistant as sapphire. Hardlex is widely seen in Seiko devices.

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Grand Seiko and King Seiko were the first product lines to benefit from this pared-down design methodology. These two early watches lines are considered the finest manifestations of Tanaka's philosophy, and are very valuable to collectors today. Since then, the Grand Seiko catalog continues to grow with new releases every season, yet the SBGA211 Snowflake model remains alluring to many Grand Seiko enthusiasts. About its case – it’s made from stainless steel. Its bezel is as well. We’re happy that they aren’t poor in quality. Water Resistance The SNZG is like a more restrained version of the SRPG, with white trimmings and more scripting, including the additional sports branding, jewel count, and water resistance text. Despite the added writing, it is probably more readable overall, though I’m not sure what to think about the slightly darker tone used on the outer ring. It gives the watch added depth and presence, but it is jarring at first. The SNK809 carries a military vibe overall that lands somewhere between a classic pilot’s watch and a rugged field watch, though the dial markings tilt further in the pilot direction.

Similarly, the yellow on the bezel insert has a metallic shine that changes in tone with the light. The hour hand in red was a great touch, and helps maintain the warm, playful feeling of the watch. The Seiko 5 SNK805 is one of the best mechanical wristwatches in this price range. It has everything and more that you may want, expect and need in a timepiece in this price range. First, lets get the naming conventions out of the way. The SNK line is part of the Seiko 5 line of watches, and the Seiko 5 collection of watches is huge. I mean gigantic. It includes a lot of great watches and searching for “Seiko 5” will get you nowhere if you’re looking for this specific watch line. Buyers should search for “Seiko SNK” or the exact model number instead. A Grand Seiko 4420-9000 - another great manifestation of the Grammar of Design. Source: The Grand Seiko Guy One of the reasons it looks so rugged is its strap. It’s made from Nylon. It doesn’t scream luxury. But the SNK805 is a field watch, so the material is what you want. It’s very durable.Each hour marker is accented by a seconds counter that steps up by five for each hour, all the way to 60 seconds. That’s a classic pilot’s watch feature, and though it makes the SNK809’s dial much busier, it fits within the overall aesthetic.