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Old 26 November 2019, 07:56 AM   #1
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Recommend me a Seiko for under $1,000

Hi, I’m looking to be pointed in the right direction. I want purchase a Seiko for under $1,000.

Couple of things I would like and I’m not opposed to.

1. Nothing under 40mm. I have an 8” wrist.
2. At least 100 meters of water resistance
3. I’m ok with buying a used watch.
4. Would like something that would look good on a bracelet and a nato
5. This is not my first Seiko I have a SKX and a original monster.

Thanks for your input and advice.
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Old 26 November 2019, 08:07 AM   #2
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SRP turtle (srp777) I have just under an 8 inch wrist



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For something a little nicer, I’ve been eyeing the SPB051
https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/p...ospex/spb051j1
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Old 26 November 2019, 08:20 AM   #3
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Definitely a Prospex, I adore my SPB051

Finishing and bezel action is unreal for something under 1K





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Old 26 November 2019, 08:34 PM   #4
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Definitely a Prospex, I adore my SPB051

Finishing and bezel action is unreal for something under 1K
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Old 26 November 2019, 09:13 AM   #5
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Seiko 053


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Old 26 November 2019, 12:02 PM   #6
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love this watch
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Old 26 November 2019, 12:12 PM   #7
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love this watch
The white balance of my iPhone in my kitchen renders the picture yellowish. In sunlight in person, the blue on this watch is awesome.

By the way, the other watches in this thread are great and well under $1000 as far as I know.
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Old 26 November 2019, 10:29 AM   #8
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Seiko Monster? The SRPD25K1 with a black PVD coated bezel and blue dial looks good.


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Old 26 November 2019, 11:23 AM   #9
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SPB083 ($1100 retail) at a 10-20% discount, I believe is Seiko's best watch for the money. Includes bracelet and silicone strap.
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Old 26 November 2019, 11:56 AM   #10
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Anything with a j at the end noting made in japan. An all green sumo is nice
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Old 26 November 2019, 12:58 PM   #11
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Recommend me a Seiko for under $1,000

Lot of bang for the buck on the 053. The finish and solidity rivals pieces costing 4 times more.


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Old 26 November 2019, 01:14 PM   #12
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SPB087. Mini marine master in PADI form.
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Old 26 November 2019, 01:15 PM   #13
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Old 27 November 2019, 08:12 AM   #14
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SKX
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Samurai
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