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post #331 of 347
11/30/11 at 8:39pm
I have a 5, SNK809K2 Militaire.
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I press the thing against my ear, I can hardly hear it. If it bodda you, you got to have ears like a bat.
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post #332 of 347
6/29/12 at 9:18am
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Originally Posted by Hermitedge View Post

I've been wearing a Seiko 5 Auto for a minute now, and I would say its great for an inexpensive watch with a reliable movement (7S26). It may not be the best by any means, but if you're consistently wearing the watch, then you don't really need to worry about the reserve much at all. I also really like the simplicity of the Arabic numerals on a black dial, which transcends rather nicely into a variety of fits. Mine look like this: But I'm thinking about flipping the metal strap to something like this: or this:
 
Where would you get this band or something similar? What size is it?
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post #333 of 347
7/6/12 at 8:21am
Looking to buy a Seiko 5 automatic. My criteria are:

- 40mm+ case diameter
- metal band and metal case
- gold tone
- automatic
- ~$150 or less

I have browsed through eBay and Amazon to get some ideas, but as a Seiko n00b, I would appreciate any insight and/or input anyone can provide.

TIA.
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post #334 of 347
7/6/12 at 8:22am
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Originally Posted by bellyhungry View Post

Looking to buy a Seiko 5 automatic. My criteria are:
- 40mm+ case diameter
- metal band and metal case
- gold tone
- automatic
- ~$150
I have browsed through eBay and Amazon to get some ideas, but as a Seiko n00b, I would appreciate any insight and/or input anyone can provide.
TIA.

are you looking for dress or diver-ish?
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post #335 of 347
7/6/12 at 8:25am
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Originally Posted by edmorel View Post

are you looking for dress or diver-ish?

I am good with either.
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post #336 of 347
7/6/12 at 8:30am
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Originally Posted by bellyhungry View Post

I am good with either.

I don't think any of the AZN military, or dress models have a 40mm lug. At that size you're probably going to end up with a diver.
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post #337 of 347
7/6/12 at 8:32am
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Originally Posted by bellyhungry View Post

I am good with either.

well, this is a popular model now becuase of its resemblance to the Blancpain fifty fathoms adn it goes for under $150 at auction:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Mens-SEIKO-5-SPORTS-UNIQUE-AUTO-Day-Date-23-jewels-Watch-SNZH57K1-SNZH57-/261031907400?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3cc6b6d048

There is stuff like this which I don't like but maybe floats your boat:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Seiko-5-Mens-Silver-Gold-Two-Tone-White-Dial-Automatic-Watch-SNKE54-/180922382776?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item2a1fd079b8

there is also something like this, you can get a bracelet for it:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Seiko-5-Automatic-Rose-Gold-tone-Mens-Watch-SRP170-/160838144405?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item2572b35195

I would only wear the first one as I think a "gold" look at the $150 level is a tough.
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post #338 of 347
7/6/12 at 9:36am
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Originally Posted by edmorel View Post

well, this is a popular model now becuase of its resemblance to the Blancpain fifty fathoms adn it goes for under $150 at auction:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Mens-SEIKO-5-SPORTS-UNIQUE-AUTO-Day-Date-23-jewels-Watch-SNZH57K1-SNZH57-/261031907400?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3cc6b6d048

Love this!

Check around...there are lots.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/SEIKO-5-SNZG17-SNZG17J1-Army-Auto-Japan-Made-Free-Ship-/130724188956?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item1e6fc4d31c
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post #339 of 347
7/6/12 at 9:43am
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Originally Posted by edmorel View Post

Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)
well, this is a popular model now becuase of its resemblance to the Blancpain fifty fathoms adn it goes for under $150 at auction:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Mens-SEIKO-5-SPORTS-UNIQUE-AUTO-Day-Date-23-jewels-Watch-SNZH57K1-SNZH57-/261031907400?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3cc6b6d048
There is stuff like this which I don't like but maybe floats your boat:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Seiko-5-Mens-Silver-Gold-Two-Tone-White-Dial-Automatic-Watch-SNKE54-/180922382776?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item2a1fd079b8
there is also something like this, you can get a bracelet for it:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Seiko-5-Automatic-Rose-Gold-tone-Mens-Watch-SRP170-/160838144405?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item2572b35195
I would only wear the first one as I think a "gold" look at the $150 level is a tough
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Originally Posted by Cant kill da Rooster View Post

Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)
Love this!
Check around...there are lots.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/SEIKO-5-SNZG17-SNZG17J1-Army-Auto-Japan-Made-Free-Ship-/130724188956?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item1e6fc4d31c

Thank you for the suggestions...Much appreciated....
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post #340 of 347
7/7/12 at 2:05am
Nice to see this thread resurrected.
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post #341 of 347
7/7/12 at 3:40am
I have one of the military seikos. The date started to jump every time it crosses 12. It is too cheap to repair and fit me small anyways. It was 35mm. Gave it to my bro.
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post #342 of 347
7/7/12 at 4:45pm
Anyone know what happened to the Spirit model from Seiya? Are they no longer making it? If not, are they making an equivalent?

This new limited edition is kind of hot. Expensive, but hot:

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post #343 of 347
7/9/12 at 4:37pm
Does look nice, Rambo, I agree.
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post #344 of 347
7/9/12 at 4:54pm
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Originally Posted by Rambo View Post

Anyone know what happened to the Spirit model from Seiya? Are they no longer making it? If not, are they making an equivalent?
This new limited edition is kind of hot. Expensive, but hot:
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how 'spensive??
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post #345 of 347
7/9/12 at 10:12pm
$850

http://www.seiyajapan.com/product/S-SARX009/Limited-Edition-300-pcs-SEIKO-Automatic-SARX009.html
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