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Seiko 5 Sports Field seriesvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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5 Sports Field series
Seiko5 Sports Field series
MSRP $450
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports Field series39.4mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports Field series41h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
5 Sports Field series100m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
5 Sports Field series$450
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.4mm
41mm
Thickness
13.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
Dial Color
Black
MOP
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R34
Seiko NH34 GMT
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$499

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What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports Field series

The Seiko 5 Sports Field series offers an accessible explorer-style watch with a 41mm stainless steel case, 100m water resistance, and a Hardlex crystal. The Field GMT model features a caller GMT complication powered by the 4R34 movement, while the standard Field models use the 4R36 with a 41-hour power reserve. Both models include Arabic numerals coated in LumiBrite and a lumed pearl on the bezel. On balance, the Seiko 5 Sports Field GMT is a well-regarded entry-level explorer watch for its price point, despite its office-style GMT function.

From video reviewers

The prominent five-sided GMT hand enhances legibility and adds a sophisticated aesthetic to the watch. The Seiko 5 Sports Field series offers similar functionality to the Explorer 2 at a lower price, making it a valuable option. Reviewers disagree on whether it's a missed opportunity for Seiko to release this model first, with one reviewer implying it would have been a more logical addition to their lineup.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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