Costco Is Quietly Selling This Fan-Favorite Seiko Watch for a Ridiculous Price

Even at full price, the 5 Sports SKX is a shining example of value. So how about 45 percent off?

Published July 9, 2025

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Updated July 9, 2025

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According to the brand, Seiko roughly translates to “exquisite.” But for everyone else, it might as well mean “value.”

No other watch company on the planet offers a better price-to-quality ratio, thanks to an unparalleled level of vertical integration whereby Seiko designs, manufactures and assembles nearly component in-house.

Even by Seiko’s standards, however, the fan-favorite 5 Sports SKX is in a league of its own.

The watch comes with a 4R36 caliber — the same in-house mechanical movement as Seiko’s beloved “Turtle” — day-date display, 100 meters of water resistance and refined stainless-steel case that borrows one of the brand’s most iconic looks.

seiko 5 sports watch caseback and movement — The 4R36 caliber is the same one found in beloved models, such as the Prospex “Turtle.”

What’s more, its budget-friendly $325 price tag makes it both the perfect starter watch for the budding enthusiast, as well as a dependable beater for the hardcore collector.

Still not convinced?

Thanks to none other than the big-box retailer Costco, the SRPD93 reference, a blue-dial variant on a summer-ready silicone strap, is currently selling for just $180 — a 45 percent discount on the original sticker price.

The only catch, of course, is that you need to be a card-carrying member to take advantage of the deal.

But the specific Seiko is so cheap, you could sign up for $65, buy a watch (plus a rotisserie chicken) and still walk out with money in your pocket.

How’s that for value?

Seiko 5 Sports SKX SRPD93

$180 at Costco

$325 (45% off)
$325 at Seiko

About the Author:

Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.