JomaShop[jomashop.com] has SEIKO 5 Black Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch (SNZG13J1) on sale for $156.75 - $7 with coupon code FLASHFS7 = $149.75. Shipping is free.
FYI this is the older SNZG13J1 model using the ancient Seiko Caliber 7S36 movement that has no manual winding or hacking features. The updated model SRPG27 has the better and newer 4R36 movement that has these features. Also, the dial and logo have been slightly updated. This newer model can be had for about $30-$40 more depending on the site you buy it from if you care about those features and updated looks.
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FYI this is the older SNZG13J1 model using the ancient Seiko Caliber 7S36 movement that has no manual winding or hacking features. The updated model SRPG27 has the better and newer 4R36 movement that has these features. Also, the dial and logo have been slightly updated. This newer model can be had for about $30-$40 more depending on the site you buy it from if you care about those features and updated looks.
FYI this is the older SNZG13J1 model using the ancient Seiko Caliber 7S36 movement that has no manual winding or hacking features. The updated model SRPG27 has the better and newer 4R36 movement that has these features. Also, the dial and logo have been slightly updated. This newer model can be had for about $30-$40 more depending on the site you buy it from if you care about those features and updated looks.
Maybe one of the Seiko Monster or Samurai models? I think they are also 42mm but look and wear a bit larger due to the thicker case and rotating bezel (they are divers after all). I think the latest models went back to using the 4R36 movements too. I have a 2nd gen Monster (SRP307) from 2012 and they are now in their 4th or 5th generation now or something like that. These are legit divers and cost more though (think $250-400 range depending on model, availability, and seller). Also, the dial/case design is more aggressive and not everyone's cup of tea. Do a quick google search on them and see what's available out there or if the design is something that appeals to you.
I had one way back; it is an excellent watch, especially if you wear yours to sleep; the contract is terrific. You can tell the time in the dark without relying on luminous hands.
Great watch. Owned it for two years, very happy. Easy to pop the bracelet off and use any 22mm watch strap if you prefer. Have mine on a nice comfy black leather Barton strap that cost less than $20.
Regarding the lack of hacking: if you require your watch to be exact to the nearest second, then you need hacking. Many people do not find this to be a hard requirement. This is a matter of personal choice.
Regarding the lack of manual winding: in reality, all this means is that you shake the watch for about 10 seconds to start it up. After that as long as you wear it will stay wound (40 hour power reserve) just thanks to the natural motion of your wrist. I thought this would be a major PITA but actually think it's kind of fun and completely no big deal. Again, personal choice.
Regarding mineral glass vs. hardlex (this watch) vs. sapphire: It's pretty rare for me to scratch mineral glass, much less hardlex. Either way you can polish scratches out with sufficient elbow grease. And if a person truly wearing this watch in a rugged environment of constant abuse I would question why they are wearing a mechanical watch and not a quartz, lol. Sapphire is nice to have but I think people who list it as a requirement are out of touch with reality. But again... personal choice.
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Maybe one of the Seiko Monster or Samurai models? I think they are also 42mm but look and wear a bit larger due to the thicker case and rotating bezel (they are divers after all). I think the latest models went back to using the 4R36 movements too. I have a 2nd gen Monster (SRP307) from 2012 and they are now in their 4th or 5th generation now or something like that. These are legit divers and cost more though (think $250-400 range depending on model, availability, and seller). Also, the dial/case design is more aggressive and not everyone's cup of tea. Do a quick google search on them and see what's available out there or if the design is something that appeals to you.
He is mistaken or saw cheaper prices during a sale or something. They have always hovered around that price for years if you know where to look.
Regarding the lack of hacking: if you require your watch to be exact to the nearest second, then you need hacking. Many people do not find this to be a hard requirement. This is a matter of personal choice.
Regarding the lack of manual winding: in reality, all this means is that you shake the watch for about 10 seconds to start it up. After that as long as you wear it will stay wound (40 hour power reserve) just thanks to the natural motion of your wrist. I thought this would be a major PITA but actually think it's kind of fun and completely no big deal. Again, personal choice.
Regarding mineral glass vs. hardlex (this watch) vs. sapphire: It's pretty rare for me to scratch mineral glass, much less hardlex. Either way you can polish scratches out with sufficient elbow grease. And if a person truly wearing this watch in a rugged environment of constant abuse I would question why they are wearing a mechanical watch and not a quartz, lol. Sapphire is nice to have but I think people who list it as a requirement are out of touch with reality. But again... personal choice.