An update to Seiko’s “5” lineup of watches, these new classic field watch-inspired designs represent a lot of bang for your buck. To be a part of Seiko’s “5” lineup, a watch must include five key traits: an automatic movement, a day/date window, ample water resistance, a recessed crown, and a case and bracelet built for durability. These entrants in the Seiko 5 lineup feature a classic field watch design with a legible dial with 12- and 24-hour scales, and a set of contrasting pencil hands. Whether you’re just starting your horological journey, or simply need a field watch in your collection, you can’t go wrong with these examples from Seiko.

With a diameter of 39.4mm and a lug-to-lug length of 48.1mm, the SRPGs feature a “just right” case size that most will find comfortable and excellently proportioned on the wrist. The 13.2mm thickness is broken up evenly between the smooth bezel, gently curved mid-case, and a screw-down case back. Protecting the dial is a crystal made from Seiko’s own “Hardlex” -- a proprietary glass that’s resistant to shattering and scratches. You’ll appreciate the attention to detail on the dial like the applied Seiko 5 logo and luminescent markers, numerals, and hands. A display case back shows off the movement inside, giving you a great view of the rotor and escapement of the watch in action.

Beating away inside the watch at 21,600 bph is Seiko’s 4R36 automatic winding movement. Powered by the movement of your wrist, the rotor will wind up the movement keeping it running for approximately 41 hours between wearings. Within the movement itself, there are 23 jewels keeping things running smoothly. This movement has the ability to be hand-wound, and features hacking seconds for accurate time setting and tracks a day/date display.