Automatic Watch for Men - Recraft Series - Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet, Day/Date Calendar, 50m Water Resistant, and 41 Hour Power Reserve

This is my first Seiko watch. I've always been a Bulova guy, when it comes to affordable, yet stylish and dependable watches. That being said, this watch is dope! The look is clean and cool and has that 1960's style. I mean, green and gold, together at last! Am I right? I feel like a cast member on "Med Men" when I wear this watch. Got myself in trouble at work when I smacked my colleague on the ass and said, "Why don't you run along, baby, and go make me an Old Fashioned." Dude was not amused. I can't speak to the accuracy just yet, but I unboxed it, set it, wore it a few mins before bed, and in the morning it was still running and accurate. So, already it's a step ahead of some automatic watches I've owned. May try and come back and add an update for the accuracy. I also cannot speak to it's water resistance. I don't go swimming. I'm chubby and hairy and kids stare. But then again, I mean, it's not exactly a corset. Know what I mean? Watches are pretty easy to take off and on. Just take the damned thing off, you weirdo. Also, anyone else ever notice how horrible your hand/arm looks in photos? It's off-putting, really. The band is sufficient. The watch wears well on small and large wrists alike. I have an 8.6in wrist and I didn't have to remove any links. It fit perfectly. If you have a larger wrist that 8.6in, you may wanna request an extra link or two. If you're on the fence, go ahead and buy it. For the price point, it's virtually impossible to imagine someone being mad about it. It's a pretty big value! It's neat, clean, shiny, and stylish. It has a beautiful dark green dial that is actually sunburst when viewed in bright or sunlight. The gold trim on dark green probably shouldn't work, but it somehow does. It's easy to read and the seconds hand has a nice, continuous sweep, instead of a tick. It's just very good. Don't be a nerd. Buy it.

As a long-time watch enthusiast, I'm always on the lookout for unique pieces that offer both style and substance without breaking the bank. The Seiko Recraft Automatic SNKP23 has absolutely delivered on all fronts and quickly become a favorite in my collection. From the moment I unboxed it, I was captivated by its design. The rectangular stainless steel case and integrated bracelet give it a wonderfully retro vibe, reminiscent of classic watches from the '60s and '70s, but with a thoroughly modern execution. The vibrant blue dial is truly the star of the show – the sunburst effect catches the light beautifully, and those faceted hour markers add a depth and visual interest that you just don't see on many watches in this price range. It looks far more expensive than it is! Underneath that stunning dial is Seiko's reliable automatic movement (7S26). It's a workhorse movement, and while it's not a chronometer, it keeps good time for daily wear. I love the convenience of an automatic; no batteries to worry about! The day/date complication at 3 o'clock is also very practical for everyday use. The build quality is exactly what you'd expect from Seiko: solid. The stainless steel bracelet is comfortable on the wrist and feels substantial. The Hardlex crystal offers good scratch resistance for daily knocks. I also appreciate the exhibition caseback – it's a nice touch to be able to see the mechanical heart of the watch. Whether I'm dressing up for a meeting or just going casual, this watch always gets noticed. It's a fantastic conversation starter and pairs surprisingly well with a variety of outfits. If you're looking for something beyond the typical round watch, and you appreciate unique designs with a touch of vintage flair, you absolutely cannot go wrong with the Seiko Recraft SNKP23. It's a fantastic blend of style, heritage, and Seiko's renowned reliability. Highly recommended!

At first I was was unhappy because the watch would stop overnight. Then I began taking it off and flipping it back and forth when I was not doing anything else. Now it keeps running and, like all SEIKO watches} keeps excellent time. I have worn SEIKO watches for about 50 years because I needed their accuracy in my military career. I just wish this watch had one more link in the band because I have big wrists.

Do you want to take a big swing at life? Wear this watch. Its style is iconic of the 60s to 70s, and it is best viewed over shag carpeting or through a smoke haze with ashtrays in the background, and best enjoyed while doing stuff that gives you heart disease. I've got to say that I think Seiko said, "lets re-make this line of Recraft watches and despite the inherent short comings of the movement they are built on and the price point we are trying to hit, WE WILL MAKE THEM AS PERFECT AS HUMANLY POSSIBLE in fit, finish and accoutrements." This is my third Recraft, and I am still amazed at how accurately they run, how high the build and finish quality, and how much fun they are to wear. Yeah it's not hackable, meaning the second hand does not stop when you pull the crown out. And it's not manual winding, it's self winding while you wear it. And it's not really waterproof to the degree that you can safely immerse it. All of these shortcomings have some meaning to you, if you own one: Non-hackable- you won't be able to set it on the exact second you want to, and also implies you don't want to move the hands backwards when you pull the crown out to the second detent because you are basically stopping the movement and pushing it backwards against the wound spring! Don't do it! I know this because as a kid in the late 60s and 70s I bricked every manual wind Japanese dive watch I ever got due to 1. doing the reverse hands movement 2. over-winding it. 3. immersing it even though it said it was "waterproof". Non-manual winding-- well you cannot overwind it like I did every watch I owned as a kid. But also means that if you don't wear it and don't have a watch winder to store it in, then you will have to reset the time and date after every 2nd day that it sits. Not waterproof-- treat it as if it is only water resistant- don't immerse these at the most it can take is some water splashed over it, etc.. but any length of immersion will probably kill it. As long as you work within these constraints, you will be pleased and it is part of the joy of owning one of these Recrafts: it is a step back in time, and the style is legit- if you're not a heavy hitter, wearing one of these will get you closer to being one. I added an orange Italian leather rally strap which accents well with the orange sweep second hand-- incomparable combination-- go big (and bright) or go home!

First, despite my (upcoming) gripes, I would buy this watch again. It's really handsome and unique, it's a GREAT deal, and I can mod it down the line if I want to. I have the blue one (Seiko SNKP23). The blue sunburst dial is really noticeable in the sun, and even looks great indoors. Very nice. If you like green dials, that one is a FANTASTIC bargain for a very trendy yet funky watch. This is a great looking watch, the bracelet is OK, but I wish it had hand winding and/or hacking. It wears like a 40-41mm watch, not heavy at all. The bracelet is fine, actually better than most of the Seiko 5 ones, and I think it matches the watch. It's nicer than most bracelets on sub $200 watches. For the links, It uses only pins, no collars- yay!- except when I was sizing it, I thought I'd already lost the collar on the first link. Turns out there are no collars on this one, much easier. Can I ask, Seiko- please use this on your bracelets! It's WAYYYY simpler and seems to work really well. The thing about the bracelet that is a major downside is lack of adjustability. This is a cheaper watch, I get it- but a clasp with more than ONE adjustment hole would be appreciated! There are small-ish links (not true half links) on either side of the clasp, but they didn't give me the right size either. The clasp is all pressed metal, but it works well. You're supposed to look at the dial, not the clasp. The watch has the 7S26 movement, which doesn't hand wind or hack. If the watch has stopped you have to pick it up and do "the shuffle" back and forth to wind it a little. I'd much rather just give it a few winds on the crown to get it started. I tend to do that automatically when I pick up a mechanical watch, it's much simpler. As for accuracy, mine runs about +5 per day on the wrist. If it's lying flat, it seems to lose 15-20 seconds overnight (8 hours). It's still new, so I'm going to let it break in a bit to see what it ends up at. Which brings me to my last point. In future, if I want to mod it there are lots of options. My most likely thing (since I like the looks a lot) would be to swap in a 4R36 movement. It will fit the case/dial/hands, I believe I'd need a new stem though. I could also get a signed crown at that point. Also a sapphire crystal would probably look great, but finding one in this shape would be interesting. Overall, I'm quite impressed by the watch at this price (<$150). It's great value, and would make a nice gift.

In a world full of homage and knockoff Rolex and Omegas, this watch is a breath of 70's inspired fresh air. Seiko nailed it with the size/shape - modern, masculine, but not ostentatious. The watch literally screams originality - only throwback here is to previous Seikos, but evolved/trasformed into a completely original design. Furthermore, the dial is exquisitely detailed. Indices are classy, beautifully designed. Then there's the blue dial - subdued in darker light, beautiful burst in sunlight. On to the case - wonderful blend of brushed top, mirror polished sides, and brushed bottom section. It catches your eye, then the design just draws you in. Quite frankly, there is nothing like this that even comes close even by Seiko. Yes, the Seiko Tic Tac, Alpinist, Cocktail Time watches are all delightful, but this one just jumps out at ya. The Metal band is not typical folded link clanker - this puppy is solid, and looks better than most everything out there. You won't be replacing it if you like metal. I always prefer leather, but like this band enough to wear with a suit. Dress it down with a nice brown strap - goes with everything. Final note, I am somewhat obsessive compulsive, and I don't know if mine is freakishly accurate or what, but in first 2 days I am +3 seconds total, that is way better than expected.

This watch is among the least expensive I own (I have Rolex, Omega, Tag Heuer, Citizen, Luminox, and some Japan Seikos). However, it's one of my most-worn timepieces. It's beautifully designed and reflects those 70's style watches that I love. It looks way better in person than the photos suggest. Thus far mine has kept time with precision and I truly enjoy wearing it. It's size and weight are substantial, but I usually prefer that in a watch. The build quality seems very good and I haven't noticed any flaws. This is the first Malaysian made Seiko I've purchased and I am pleasantly surprised with the workmanship.

I had written the paragraph below and gave it four stars. Since, my watch gains two minutes a day and I have to reset it twice daily to have accurate time to catch a bus or train. Looks great, but is inaccurate and requires too much upkeep. So, I'm returning it. This isn't a watch for those who want a watch movement that will do its thing without frequent fiddling. This has a movement that winds itself by way of your arm movement. I returned the first one because it was losing time. Before I returned it, I wrote to Seiko asking if the issue can be fixed. No reply until days after I made the return. Seiko's tardy email included instructions, with a rough diagram on how to hold the watch while I moved my arm for 15 minutes to wind it. By the time I received the email, I already requested a replacement because I loved the watch's look. I did not wave my arm for 15 minutes. Yet the replacement runs fast, about a minute a day. So every couple days I have to synch it manually with my phone's clock. And the calendar has to be fixed monthly, I believe, although I haven't had it for a month yet. If you want a handsome watch and don't mind fussing with it every few days, then the Recraft is a good choice. If you want to set it and forget it, get something else.