This is the busiest time of year for online and in-store shopping. Of course, as a watch enthusiast, you’re probably thinking about one or two different watches, flirting with some brands and models, and imagining how they’d look in your own collection. Have you avoided the temptation so far? Well, you may not have to for much longer… Because Chrono24 has a very special something in store for you this Christmas.
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What’s up for grabs? We’re giving away a Seiko 5 Sports SSK023K1 with a practical GMT function – the perfect tool for globetrotters and lovers of functional watches. We’re also giving away 10 watch boxes from designer and streetwear legend Hiroshi Fujiwara. Entry is possible until December 18, 2024, and we’ll announce the winners on December 19.
What makes the Seiko 5 SK023K1 so special?
The Seiko 5 Sports SK023K1 combines the functions of a GMT watch with the features that are so popular within the Seiko 5 line – the timepiece is robust, waterproof, and shock-resistant. The SK023K1 has an excellent finish quality and is therefore ideally equipped for tougher adventures. Thanks to the moderate case size of 39.4 mm, the watch is ideally suited to almost any wrist. The watch is powered by an in-house caliber with a GMT function, stop seconds, and manual winding – a unique combination in this price range. All these features make the watch the first choice for stylish watch enthusiasts who are looking for an outstanding GMT timepiece with excellent value for money.
Design and Materials of the Seiko 5 Sports SSK023K1
The Seiko 5 Sports SSK023K1 is a classic tool watch in the truest sense of the word. Its design is both functional and attractive, and it’s aimed at watch enthusiasts looking for a GMT watch with an in-house caliber and good value for money. With its black dial and highly luminous Arabic numerals and minute track, this timepiece is easy to read in both daylight and low-light conditions. The time is displayed centrally with one hand each for the hours, minutes, and seconds. The display for the second time zone is shown on a 24-hour scale on the bezel by means of a striking red second hour hand. The winner need not do without a date display, either; you’ll find one at the 3 o’clock position. With a case size of 39.4 mm, the Seiko 5 Sports SSK023K1 is perfect for slim and medium-sized wrists, which is further supported by the modest lug-to-lug of 47.9 mm. The case and the five-piece link bracelet are made of stainless steel with a satin finish. This treatment makes the watch particularly resistant to minor damage caused by daily wear. The Seiko 5 Sports is equipped with a durable crystal made of Hardlex, a proprietary synthetic material. It protects the watch from negative environmental influences like dust, water, and UV radiation. With a water resistance of 100 m (10 bar, 328 ft), the timepiece is also suitable for swimming.
Technology – The Seiko Manufacture Caliber 4R34
The Seiko 5 is powered by the mechanical in-house caliber 4R34. Seiko traditionally develops its movements and manufactures all movement components in its own workshops. The SSK023K1 is thus a genuine GMT watch with manufacture status. The caliber 4R34 has an automatic winding mechanism with a stop-seconds function, but can also be wound manually. The balance wheel oscillates at a relatively leisurely 21,600 vph. With a power reserve of approximately 41 hours when fully wound, the caliber lasts almost the entire weekend on the bedside table. The 4R34 – like all movements in the 4R caliber family – is a perfect example of reliability and easy maintenance. It combines the robustness that is typical of Seiko with a useful GMT function that appeals to travelers and busy people alike.
About Seiko and Seiko 5
The history of watch manufacturer Seiko dates back to 1881, when Kintarō Hattori, a 20-year-old Japanese man, opened a modest watch store in Tokyo; eleven years later, he opened his first factory under the name “Seikosha.” The term “Seikosha” is made up of the two Japanese words “seiko” (precise) and “sha” (house). The Seiko 5 Sports series is one of the most successful series of automatic watches in the world. It has been an integral and extremely popular part of the traditional Japanese company’s product catalog since 1963. Every Seiko 5 watch boasts five key features that make it something very special: an automatic movement, a combined day and date display, water resistance, shock resistance, and a recessed crown. With its sporty designs and outstanding value for money, the collection is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a reliable and affordable everyday watch.
