Which one should I buy?
Factors to consider:
16cm (6.3 inches) wrist
I’ve only had quartz watches so far
I have no real need for either functions: diving or to track multiple time zones.
Any reasons are welcome 🙏
Thank you ✌️
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Trevor
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6.30” / 16.00 cm
I would encourage trying them in a Seiko boutique if you can, as both of these wear quite differently than their dimensions might suggest.
The SKX case design is big and top-heavy but with short lugs (42mm diameter, 46mm L2L) making it easy to wear on smaller wrist without overhang. But due to that big size, it will still have a lot of presence on the wrist and look like a big watch. If you don't care for the GMT function, I would highly recommend looking into the SRPK line instead, which are a 38mm scaled-down version of the iconic SKX design and might look better on your wrist overall. The 38mm SRPK also comes with a narrower 20mm bracelet which greatly reduces the visual bulk of the watch.
The Solar prospex is exactly the opposite. It's a 38mm diameter case that looks small on wrist, but with longer lugs proportionally (46.5mm L2L) so it looks elongated and could overhang slightly on a small wrist.
My wrist is 16.5cm but rather flat and I can just barely pull off the 48mm L2L of the SPB187 and the 46mm L2L of the SKX007. If I had to do it again today, I would buy a 38mm SRPK instead of 42mm.
I would encourage trying them in a Seiko boutique if you can, as both of these wear quite differently than their dimensions might suggest.
The SKX case design is big and top-heavy but with short lugs (42mm diameter, 46mm L2L) making it easy to wear on smaller wrist without overhang. But due to that big size, it will still have a lot of presence on the wrist and look like a big watch. If you don't care for the GMT function, I would highly recommend looking into the SRPK line instead, which are a 38mm scaled-down version of the iconic SKX design and might look better on your wrist overall. The 38mm SRPK also comes with a narrower 20mm bracelet which greatly reduces the visual bulk of the watch.
The Solar prospex is exactly the opposite. It's a 38mm diameter case that looks small on wrist, but with longer lugs proportionally (46.5mm L2L) so it looks elongated and could overhang slightly on a small wrist.
My wrist is 16.5cm but rather flat and I can just barely pull off the 48mm L2L of the SPB187 and the 46mm L2L of the SKX007. If I had to do it again today, I would buy a 38mm SRPK instead of 42mm.
Sound advice, thank you.
Those are 2 great choices. But I agree that its best you drop by your Seiko AD to try out different watches. There’s a ton to pick! Literally. Enjoy the journey!😊
I second the motion of @Beanna
Seiko Solar on a LongIsland Jubilee.
The perfect take on what a modern day sub should be. YMMV.
I have 6.25” and this is how my SRDP looks on my wrist comparing to CW 63 Selander (39mm).
Then a side comparison of the 2 watches.
However, it is best to go to an AD and try for yourself.
I prefer my CW.
I have 6.25” and this is how my SRDP looks on my wrist comparing to CW 63 Selander (39mm).
Then a side comparison of the 2 watches.
However, it is best to go to an AD and try for yourself.
I prefer my CW.
Thanks, Nick.
What’s the case size of your Seiko and respective lug to lug lengths?
Thanks, Nick.
What’s the case size of your Seiko and respective lug to lug lengths?
Case Diameter is 42.5 mm
Lug-to-lug is 46 mm
Case Diameter is 42.5 mm
Lug-to-lug is 46 mm
I still haven’t pulled the trigger. Thanks again for sharing your preference and sizing comparison.