Seiko 5 Sports Automatic SNZF15 Men's Watch
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Seiko 5 SNZF15 (Seiko Sea Urchin)
I bought this watch because of reviews i found on the internet. I have a number of watches already this would be my second Seiko. I also have an Orange Monster. This watch is great. The lume is good and so far accuracy is pretty good. I did switch out the stainless steel band for a Hirsch Liberty leather strap. Beyond that its my daily watch. Overall I am extremely satisfied.
November 8, 2012
Seiko 5 Sports
Did my homework with respect to the watch I was looking for regarding price point and dealer. I located Ashford and did not hesitate to order my watch. The price point was fantastic and delivery was even better. They offered free shipping and the order was processed and the watch was delivered in just two days. The watch was packaged superbly and the quality of the watch was perfect. More than happy with my purchase and will not hesitate to order through Ashford again. Highly recommend Ashford!! Great product; better service.
October 26, 2012
I actually own this watch
Unlike the review above, I actually own this watch and have owned it (and regularly worn it) for several months.
I believe this is a great watch for the money. No it is not the famous "diver" watch but the 175 mentioned earlier is also much more expensive and incredibly difficult to find, especially in this particular color/bezel combination. Of course, I don't tell people it is a diver's watch because it is not a diver's watch. It is a nice watch and thus I tell people about the automatic movement and the glass back and the detailed coin slot bezel. It is also a durable watch as I have unintentionally banged it against door frames and walls over time and it has not shown any damage aside from a few scratches on the side of the bezel, which I would have to point out in order for you to notice them. It is also a non-kenetic automatic which is rare in this price range.
Bottom line: most people don't know or care about the difference between this watch and the 175. That being said, if you would know the difference and it would keep you up at night, then wait for a 175. Or, if your goal is to own a diver's watch just for the sake of owning a diver's watch and never actually dive with it, then by all means, wait for a 175. However, if you want a nice watch that looks like a diver's watch, from a great company, at a great price, then you should consider this watch.
July 26, 2012
Seiko can do better
For years, I've relied on Seiko watches for their quality, accurracy and durability. This watch is not a "diver", and that should be stated clearly in the ads. So, if it's not a diver, why have a diver's bezel? A "diver" has a screw in crown. Not this one. The block link band is good, and should be used on the near-identical Seiko diver, SKX175, which has a frail feeling bracelet band. Seiko used to be heavy-duty, masculine, tough. Sadly, these aren't.
June 14, 2012
