We try to offer Seiko 5 deals whenever they come up, because, well — Seiko 5s are awesome. They’re mechanical, they’re affordable, they come in tons of different variations, and they consistently offer some of the best values in horology.
The Seiko 5 Sports SRPB1X Automatic is particularly awesome because at first glance, one couldn’t be blamed for mistaking it for an original reference from the 1970s. With its cushion case, day-date complication (in both English and Spanish) 1/6th second track and wide, polished steel indices, the SRPB1X is brimming with funky ’70s vibes in all the right ways. It’s only the display case back that shows off the automatic Seiko 4R36 movement, a mineral crystal and the oversized 45mm case that give away this watch as belonging to the modern era.
The SRPB1X is available in several different dial colors on a steel bracelet or nylon band for $130, which is $170 off of list price.
Gear Patrol also recommends:
Orient Mako II ($155)
Seiko Series 5 Automatic Black Dial Men’s Watch SRPB91 ($157)
Dan Henry 1970 Automatic Diver ($270)
A note on Massdrop:
Massdrop is not like other online retailers. It’s a members-only site that requires signing up (all it takes is an email address). If you’re not a member, you can sign up here. When you place an order from Massdrop at a discounted price, you’re not buying from them directly. The site works by taking orders from consumers, then bulk ordering product at a discount directly from brands and other wholesalers. For more information on how Massdrop works, click here.
