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Seiko SRPE61

Seiko SRPE61

B

Based on 35 reviews

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Great for everyday wear
Metal bracelet is worth the investment
NATO strap is a nice touch
Good size for a 7.25" wrist
Looks better in person

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Seiko SRPE61 : The Silver Shadow 40mm 5KX ( The Dress KX ) SRPE61K1 / SBSA051

When I ordered this dress kx, I really wasn't expecting much. I did it more out of curiosity, but overall I'm really happy with it and I'm really glad...

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On the Wrist, from off the Cuff: Seiko 5 Sports – SRPE61 vs. SRPE55, Brushed vs. Polished bezel

I Really consider these plus entry-level Seiko Five, you know it's back. We're back to recommending Seiko Five again.

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Seiko SRPE61 Dress KX Unboxing and Review

Maybe really not bad at all. Especially brand New watch.

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Chillin' wit' Watches

[Wrist Check] Official Wrist Check Thread for August 12, 2021

Seiko SRPE61 on a Barton Elite Silicone strap while I’m delayed at the airport for the fourth time this week https://www.flickr.com/gp/dragon813gt/282mvG

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reddit.com/r/Watches

Usual Seiko chapter ring misalignment

The watch looks even better than in the photos. It is the perfect size for my 7.25" wrist. The NATO strap it comes fitted with is of good quality & is very comfortable. I am a bit bored with divers watches & this watch is a great alternative. The accuracy of the watch was great for an automatic, wit...

[Seiko] New addition to the collection

Nice, I just bought the SRPE61. Same watch but with a brushed bezel and comes with a NATO instead of the bracelet.

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reddit.com/r/Watches

Great everyday watch

Coming up on a year of everyday wear with no care. I purchased a metal bracelet from uncle seiko 100% worth it. The nato strap is fine but thumbs down. However, in order to experience this watch with a brushed bezel is to order the model on the nato strap. Worth it because it hides scratches very we...

[Semi-Weekly Inquirer] Simple Questions and Recommendations Thread

Looking at the Seiko SRPE61 as I like the style and its seems a good watch for its price category. My only reluctance is the 4R36 movement, as while i hear it is sturdy I wanted something with 28,800bph hacking and day date complication (potentially). Are there any comparable sub 40mm watches out there that I should be looking for. Im not a fan of divers, but very open to suggestions...

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TheRhythmTheRebel

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Common rotor problems

I ordered this watch twice from two different sellers. Both times the watch produced a rattling sound when shaken. One watch failed completely at keeping correct time, I’m assuming bc of this problem. I found out this was a pretty common mechanical problem, due to a rotor coming loose in its casing....

Looked nice, but didn’t last too long the case crystal shattered very easily. I ordered a replacement and they sent me a clearly used one! No good.

Specs

Case Material

Stainless steel

Strap Material

Nylon

Water-Resistant

Yes

Case Diameter

40mm

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