SEIKO SKZ325 Stargate or SKX007

[Playsatan]

Having just purchased my first automatic (Omega 2254.50) I'm totally smitten with the whole auto experience. I've been wearing the Omega daily but swapping it for a G-Shock for weekend duties as it's in excellent condition and I'd like to keep it that way.

To feed my growing obsession I'm now hunting for a beater auto and really like the look of the Seikos.

The SKZ325 and the SKX007 seem comparable on price, looks and both get positive reviews so I'm having some trouble deciding. I may well end up getting both but based on first hand experience what would PH recommend?

[GC8]

SKX007 first, always. Ideally a J model and with aSuper Oyster bracelet.

[ApexJimi]

GC8 said:

SKX007 first, always. Ideally a J model and with aSuper Oyster bracelet.

In my opinion the whether it's a J or K makes no difference, unless you're concerned about resale values, in which case a J may command a *little* more.

Also, the jubilee bracelet that the watch comes with is very comfortable indeed and looks fantastic.

I haven't handled a stargate to compare, but I understand that it is a superior watch to the 007.

[Playsatan]

Update - Having failed to make a decision I continued to look for something suitable and have found a model that could fit the bill. The skx173.

Basically its a 007 with a few cosmetic changes....



Unfortunately it's not as easy to source. Amazon.com has it listed for a reasonable $192 (£120) but will not ship to the UK, Amazon.co.uk also have it but for over double the price at £245.

Can anyone suggest a Seiko stockist that could supply one at a realistic price, preferably in the UK?

[Chicane-UK]

Check out CreationWatches...

http://www.creationwatches.com

[Playsatan]

Thanks for the link but I should have mentioned that I'd already checked them out and don't have that model listed.