The New Leader In Affordable GMT Watches - Seiko 5 Sports GMT SSK001, SSK003, & SSK005

Now that the dust has settled since its much-hyped release over the summer, I wanted to provide my in-depth take on the Seiko 5 Sports GMT collection. As a spoiler alert, these watches are incredible for the price. What do you think of the Seiko 5 GMT?

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[tywad]

This was the watch that got me into the hobby and the first watch I had ever bought.

[curtbrown]

I was gifted the orange variant by my wife, and while I have more expensive pieces in my collection, I find myself turning to this piece frequently. It wears well, looks great, and is frankly exciting to be able to have a GMT function at this-ride point. The micro adjustments on the bracelet have allowed for a very good fit, and the color contrasts are superb. Bravo, Seiko!

[ArizonaDavis]

After the first time I saw one of these watches and I knew I had to have it…Here’s a really helpful tip for people on a budget like me. Macy’s is the absolute best place to buy watches at this price point. I don’t have that much money to spend on watches so I need to get creative. It took me four weeks of watching Macy’s website and occasionally going into the store but I just bought a black Seiko GMT for $200 a combination of an online coupon they email me and an in-store coupon they discounted the watch from the $475 to $200

[jflajfla]

Bought the orange one a month ago, and bought a orange/black/grey/white nato strap with golden buckles, it matches the watch perfectly. Also caught the attention of some people at my work place. I’m very happy with this addition, definitely recommend 👌🏼

[Rodolfoguerra]

I own the blue black one myself and I absolutely recommend buying it. The fit is perfect, the bracelet even if everyone says it’s bad for me it’s not bad at all, the clasp is stamped but the quality of the bracelet itself is good enough for the price. Cheers.

[tylersinclair]

I got the ssk005 for Christmas and absolutely love it! Photos never do the orange dial justice. It’s a pleasure to look at in any lighting conditions. And the Lume is insanely good.

[philw]

I own one and it's great. But I'd be happy to pay a little bit more if it had:
- A click bezel
- A sapphire crystal
- A screw down crown
- A machined clasp rather than pressed steel
(and a nice touch would be a pepsi version).

With those changes it would be truly outstanding. Right now it's just very good.

[dshinobi]

I got myself the black and gray model, and absolutely love it! I travel a lot for work, and sometimes not to the best places where I can take my most expensive pieces, so this is a permanent staple in my rotation.

[sergiodavila]

This watch is amazing, the ability to track 3 TZ is great, as a pilot i wear it every flight, plus if i scratch it it doesn’t hurt as much as scratching my Breitling.

[jamieedquid]

I got the SSK001 last month and I absolutely love it! I switched the bracelet with a Seiko rubber strap. I have several watches in my collection and I reach for this one everyday. Awesome to hear this review from you Teddy! Well done!

[MichaelMcgahan-jgft]

I ended up choosing this for my first watch last month, and i absolutely love it! I went for the blueberry. Its got me hook line and sinker into the world of watches.

[JuanOrtiz-ttlv]

My brother gifted me the blue version just recently. I have to say that I absolutely love this watch. It looks fantastic. Wears so great I hardly remember I have it on my wrist. This is a fantastic watch!

[joaomatheussoaresamorimwer]

Hi Teddy! In 2021, I bought my first “real” watch. A Seiko 5 srpd51. A couple of months later, after watching your review, I fell in love with the 1959 Alpinist (spb243) and bought it. Sold the Seiko 5, then, bought a 36mm Omega Seamaster 300. I’m still in love with the looks of the Alpinist and with all the design and story behind the Seamaster, but I can’t deny that the Seiko 5 was the real deal, considering it’s price tag. I mean, it only costs a fraction of what I paid on my two current watches, but it holds up pretty well when compared to them.

[michaelruth]

I love this watch! I’ve owned mine for about 5 months and it’s my favorite watch in my collection. It looks more expensive than it is, and the bracelet looks amazing. It’s not the most comfortable bracelet, occasionally pulls on hairs, but it looks fantastic. This very well could be a future classic with a strong resell value like the SKX in the future.

[jordansoria]

Just bought this watch today mostly on attractiveness and the first thing I did was research reviews. I'm glad I came across your review as I am now confident I got a great watch. Thanks. Stationed in Japan and just started my collection. Bought a Presage, Prospex, and now this one for my everyday wear!

[mirali]

I own this watch from last two months... It is one of the best things I ever bought... It is a beautiful piece of jewelery...still puts a smile on my face everytime I wear it before I go out...

[longitudedude]

I purchased the SSK001 back in January to celebrate a promotion at work, and as an early birthday present to myself. I love it's versatility as I've worn it professionally and casually. It was the only watch that I wore during a recent trip to London, UK and Dublin, IRL. I paired it with a green/red/ black NATO strap from Nick Mankey Designs.

[watch-box]

Own the orange version, and 'do it all' is a great description.
I cannot think of a better holiday watch. Keeping track of home time zone - check. At home in the pool, beach, and even in the evening - check. Affordable, so (drunken) accidental damage is no big deal - check.
So far it shows minimal signs of wear, keeps great time, and gets nothing but great comments from friends.

[david]

Bought mine for my60th birthday a month ago, best watch I have to date, courtesy of your comments and recommendations Teddy, I love it.

[jszfver]

I got the SSk003 about 3 weeks ago and I haven’t stopped wearing it. I have a modest watch collection and I was wearing a different watch almost daily but now… I haven’t taken the SSK003 off of my wrist. Absolutely in love with it.