Seiko Divers SKX009 VS Seiko Sports SNZF15

[blackmamba24]

Dear MWF members,

Both are discontinued but still available in the market.

 - Seiko Divers SKX009 has a 200m WR rating, the crown at 4 o'clock, solid back case, a couple hundreds RM more expensive compares to Seiko 5 Sport.

 - Seiko 5 Sports SNZF15 has a 100m WR rating, the crown at 3 o'clock, transparent back case, couple hundred cheaper than Seiko Divers.

Both are around 42mm which is ideal for my wrist size and the movement 7S26/7S36 are both pretty much identical.

I have a Seiko mini turtle blue face and really love it, have been thinking of getting SRPC41 but at the same time don't want to have 2 turtles. i know there's the new Seiko 5 Sport (superman) pepsi bezel as well but not a big fan of the new shinny blue face.

So which one would you pick among the 2?

[Henry T]

If you want a real dive watch then get the SKX.

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[joink]

I will go for the Skx009. I think it is easier to sell or mod if you ever get bored with the watch.

P.S - Have a blue mini turtle as well. Great watch and just for another zimbe mini turtle. 

[blackmamba24]

With the premium on the SKX i thought it has a better movement than the seiko sports but apparently not, so just wondering what the price premium is based on, if anyone can explain?

[Henry T]

Both watches have the same 7S movement.

Seiko 5 Sports is a cheaper range. It has lower water resistance and no screwdown crown.

The SKX is a higher range real diver. It has higher water resistance. The crown is screwdown. All these makes it a higher priced watch.

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[thiamtime]

Asnwer is easy ..SKX009 for sure - The SKX series are ISO certified dive watches
plus if you're into modifications there is a whole range of aftermarket stuff and large fan base 

[blackmamba24]

I see, very well explained, thanks guys!   

[dexson]

To chip in,

Ill go for the SKX based on the discontinuity itself. If you want to get the seiko 5, u can get it anytime.
Also, u will be much more confident having a screw down crown when u need to rince, shower, swim, or dive with your watch. Peace of mind. Worth it.