New Seiko Premier Chrono - SPC057P1

[stuart-b]

Already mentioned in the "What is your best quartz watch" thread, but thought I would post up my opinion of this new watch.

It isn't a high price Omega or TAG, but it is my first serious watch after my cheap Citizen Eco Drive! I am indeed a Watch Newbie!



http://www.seikowatches.com/baselworld/2010/produc...
http://www.watchesnjewellery.com/seiko-spc057p1.ht...

There is a UK website offering £270 off retail, but it's a "scam" to get you on their website, they are always out of stock.

The model is brand new from Seiko, and has a nice chunky feel, coming from the Citizen, it feels very durable, and the Saphire glass is apparently... scratch resistant. The second hand moves every 1/5 of a second, and (I assume with all these types of watches), it apparently auto adjusts for day light savings, etc.

I bought it in Croatia, where I managed to haggle 10% off with cash, and also claim back the 23% PDV (VAT) they charge here... result!

My next target is a ~£1000/£1500 automatic watch, no doubt when funds permit, I will be back to ask for suggestions!

Edited by stuart-b on Monday 27th December 17:50

[andy tims]

Nice watch, shame about the Roman numerals

[ApexJimi]

andy tims said:

Nice watch, shame about the Roman numerals

How come?

I quite like the numerals

[stuart-b]

andy tims said:

Nice watch, shame about the Roman numerals

Actually, that is why I much prefer it to other watches I've looked at.

[andy tims]

Apart from not being a fan of Roman Numerals in general, I really don't think they sit well on such a modern looking watch, especially a chrono, but hey, that's just my view.

[stuart-b]

andy tims said:

Apart from not being a fan of Roman Numerals in general, I really don't think they sit well on such a modern looking watch, especially a chrono, but hey, that's just my view.

Certainly a valid point, I don't think the pictures do it justice, when you see one in the flesh, you may warm to it.