I’ve become a fan of double-dome sapphire crystals, and like the dome presentation on this SRPH hardlex, but I think it needs a double-dome AR sapphire. Sapphire needs an AR coating on the underside for it to be easy to read. I tried an Orient Kamasu, which has a non-AR sapphire. I found it too reflective and distracting. I do agree that the SRPH hardlex does seem to easily distort and is not easy to read the dial. The SRPH29 is a pilot watch that has a very particular and distinct look to it. There are a few types of watch straps that I think would pair exceptionally well with this type of watch. Although personally, I favor the smaller dimensions of the SNK809, Seiko chose a near perfect size that will appeal to the most amount of potential watch buyers possible and I believe this was exactly their intention when designing this watch. Instead of a rather bland all-brushed finish, it would have been a bit more appealing if Seiko had added just a bit of visual contrast with a few polished surfaces, even if minor. For instance, there are a couple of bezels between the bezel and case that, while small and subtle, could have been polished ever so slightly. Seiko has done this exact type of finish in the past with their ‘DressKX’ Lineup. Specifically, let’s take the Seiko 5 Sports SRPE61. The watch is almost entirely brushed, except for the thinnest angle on the bezel. This means when you look at the watch from the top-down, it adds just a touch of contrast and visual interest, exactly the type of finish I would have loved to see replicated on the SRPH29. Design & Aesthetics The Seiko SNK803 makes for a lovely entry-level military watch choice. With its sturdy durability, casual style, and incredibly budget-friendly price, there seems to be a lot to love about this Seiko watch. As such, it is no surprise that the Seiko SNK803 has become one of the most popular go-to military watch options today. Without further ado, let us take a closer look at the Seiko SNK803 and everything it has to offer, to see if this famous military watch truly lives up to the hype. Specifications Case

The larger dimensions of the SRPH29 are one of the biggest (pun intended) visual differences of the watch itself. The 20mm lug width is another happy standard that matches the diameter of the case perfectly and suits many wrist sizes. I’ll share more about my strap suggestions for the SRPH29 later in this article. I hope this Seiko 5 Sports SRPH29 review was helpful in determining if this is the right watch for you. The SRPH29 is an affordable and good-looking pilot watch designed to appeal to almost anybody and everybody. Next time, Seiko, let’s see a version with a satin case finish, and a white handset more true to the original Seiko 5 SNK809. When that time comes, I’ll be the first to add one to my collection and call it my own. A silver chapter ring is placed around the centre of the dial, bearing bright red indicators for the 13th to 24th hours. Along with the watch’s vibrant red seconds hand, these red indicators are highly legible and serve to add a pop of colour to this monochrome watch face. The dial is also adorned with tritium gas tubes that serve as hour markers. These tritium gas tubes will light up in the dark, allowing wearers to read the watch’s face even at night.

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Like all new Seiko 5 Sports watches, this watch features the Seiko 5 Sports logo at 12 and ‘Automatic’ denoted at 6. This is the same script font they use to denote ‘Automatic’ on all of the new Seiko 5 Sports watches. While I think the font works well on certain, dressier models, the SRPH29 is not one of them. The script font looks a bit too fancy for a tool watch like this, and this is a combination that doesn’t gel well for me. Because the text is small, this is a detail that you may easily overlook. But as the saying goes “beauty is in the details”. New Domed Crystal This Luminox watch runs on the SW220-1 automatic calibre. This is one of the most ubiquitous movements in the market, with a solid 38-hour power supply.

The recently released Seiko 5 Sports field watches (Seiko 5 SRPGXX) feature an obviously slightly distinct design from the SRPH’s pilot watches.

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A brushed milanese mesh bracelet will play nicely into the brushed case of the watch without making it seem too formal/dressy. This is an affordable watch that isn’t really designed for water wear and as such has a relatively basic water resistance rating. A 30m or 3 bar rating makes this watch suitable for everyday use. Splash/rain resistant. Not suitable for showering, bathing, swimming, snorkelling, water related work and fishing. SeikoSNK803 Watch Specifications A brown leather nato or zulu strap would add just the right amount of distressing and rough and worn look.