10 Best Seiko Dive Watches for Men

There is no watch like a Seiko dive watch. We’re talking affordable, high-quality dive watches that can go to the deepest of oceans and remain accurate as ever. A lot of up-and-coming collectors and enthusiasts know this, and thus get their entry-level watches from Seiko. And given that most collectors begin their journey by purchasing their first-ever dive watch, it’s only right that Seiko dive watches deserve this high regard in the industry.

But with the brand’s vast collection of dive watches, one can easily get lost in the catalogue. Worry not for we are here to help you pick among these 10 excellent options from Seiko. From mechanical to quartz, these Seiko dive watches surely won’t disappoint.

10 Best Seiko Dive Watches

It’s not hard to like Seiko dive watches. Firstly, almost everything falls on the affordable side of the spectrum. Not to mention, even if some of the watches on our list fall on the three-digit bracket, they’re still much more affordable than most dive watches in the market. Moreover, Seiko carries with its timepieces a part of history. That’s why it remains a favorite brand among collectors. It’s not only the timepiece you’re paying for but the story that comes with each watch.

So, without further ado, here are the 10 best Seiko dive watches that will make a great addition to your collection.

1. Seiko Prospex SNE441 Solar

The Seiko Prospex SNE441 Solar watch stands out in more ways than one. Firstly, you’ll notice the distinct color that frames the dial of this dive watch. This is a lot more than just an aesthetic decision or a marketing tactic. The reason that Seiko gave the SNE441 such colors rests on the idea of legibility. The deeper a diver goes underwater, the darker it gets. Therefore, it can be increasingly difficult to read time and even time a short span of a moment through the watch’s unidirectional bezel.

Timing remains an essential part when it comes to diving, whether it’s recreational or professional. The colour swap allows the diver to see time as usual despite the depth he or she reached underwater. With that said, the SNE441 definitely comes with a great design geared towards legibility. You have the huge Arabic numbers on the bezel, the large markers and, of course, the wonderful lume that comes with it.

More than a dive watch, the SNE441 can easily be any man’s everyday watch. You can take it from the streets to 200 meters below sea level. Your choice! Not to mention, it comes with a solar-powered quartz movement so you wouldn’t have to worry about the battery at all. As long as there’s the sun, the SNE441 will remain functional and accurate.

2. Seiko SKX009K2 Automatic

Pepsi bezel — as it’s called — remains a popular choice not only for dive watches but for sports watches in general. Seiko employs the colours blue and red for most of their collections. However, we dare say that the Seiko SKX009K2 Automatic is the most popular among the Pepsi bezel watches from the brand. That’s probably because the SKX009K2 sits at the most affordable side of the spectrum. Despite it being a self-winding mechanical timepiece, it costs less than $400.

Just as any other dive watch, the SKX009K2 comes in a pretty big and weighty case 42mm in diameter. It’s also made of stainless steel and can be taken 200 metres deep underwater. It’s safe for any scuba diving activities or a simple recreational swim. Instead of a mineral crystal, Seiko employs Hardlex crystal to protect the watch’s dial for even better scratch resistance. And as you’d expect for a dive watch, Seiko didn’t forget to add good bioluminescence on the hands and indexes on the dial.

3. Seiko Prospex SRPB55 Automatic

You can already guess what we love the most about the Seiko Prospex SRPB55. More than a dive watch, this timepiece’s black and gold colourway gives it a versatile look. It’s the perfect accessory for transitioning from a busy week in the office straight to the ocean on weekends and vice versa. The unidirectional rotating bezel and Lumibrite on its hands and markers are only expected of it. But it pushes its game even further with a 41-hour power reserve, thanks to its 23-jewel movement. Seiko’s 4R35 automatic movement powers this timepiece with 21,600 vibrations per hour. That alone will make you want to get your hands on this timepiece. Not to mention, it’s only worth a little less than $400.

The watch’s screw-down crown and caseback give it an overall water resistance of up to 200 meters. By now, you’d think that this is the standard dive watch depth rating for the brand. It’s a swell timepiece that would last you years, and may even outlive you with great care. It’s visually striking, surprisingly affordable and, of course, it’s made by Seiko.

4. Seiko King Turtle SRPE07

Seiko’s SRP line boasts a lot of wonderful dive watches. Given its legacy, it’s not surprising how we find another SRP timepiece on our list. This time, we’re talking about the Seiko Turtle — the Seiko King Turtle SRPE07, to be specific. We already know how the Turtle’s game works. It doesn’t cost a little more than $500, but a few resellers take a few off the price to make it affordable. But its price is nothing compared to all the features you get from this watch. Firstly, you get a ceramic rotating bezel in place of the then-aluminium bezel from the regular Turtle. This makes your timepiece even more resistant to scratches.

Design-wise, the King Turtle opts not only for your run-of-the-mill plain colors or gradients. The King Turtle boasts a textured dial, and the SRPE07 has a stunning blue dial with a wave pattern. Yes, you guessed it right, it resembles the ocean. Furthermore, the Seiko King Turtle SRPE07 also has a sapphire crystal to protect its beautiful dial. It also has a magnifier by the day-date window at 3 o’clock for better legibility. At 200 meters, the watch survives and remains powered by the Calibre 4R36 movement of Seiko. If its looks don’t bait you, well, Seiko just made sure its movement can.

5. Seiko Prospex SNE435P1 PADI Solar

Every dive enthusiast would know what PADI is. For those of you who don’t, it stands for Professional Association of Diving Instructors. Basically, the organization holds high standards when it comes to everything diving. And if PADI lets you attach its name to your timepiece then it has to mean something, right? Well, it does. The Seiko Prospex SNE435P1 PADI Solar watch is one timepiece divers can confidently carry on their dives. Carrying PADI’s colors (red and blue) to its design, this timepiece is serious about its features. Not to mention, it has a very sustainable battery source, which is the sun. You can go on for 10 full months without worrying about its battery.

The watch also boasts its stunning design. No wonder PADI officially sanctioned this watch. The dial is easily readable with its clear view of indexes and great lume. It may be on the more affordable side of the scale, but it surely is a timepiece you’d want to have whether you’re a professional diver or not.

6. Seiko Marinemaster SBEX007

Generally, the Seiko Marinemaster collection boasts high standards in watchmaking. From its high-frequency movements to its depth rating, it’s every collector’s holy grail Seiko watch. The Marinemaster already has a name for itself — while most Seiko dive watches fall under the Prospex collection, it remains independent. The Seiko Marinemaster SBEX007 is a direct predecessor of the popular Seiko 6159-7001 dive watch. Not only does it have the solid case design that gave the watch 300m of depth rating, but it also has hi-beat Grand Seiko automatic movement with a stunning 36,000 beats per hour.

More so, this timepiece has a sapphire crystal as well as a ceramic bezel for added protection. Furthermore, the waffle-style black silicone strap grips comfortably around the wrist. The stainless steel case is also protected by a super-hard coating called Diashield. When fully wound, this timepiece can last up to 55 hours. These things are simply hard to ignore when looking for a dive watch. Nevermind its cost, this timepiece is worth every single penny.

7. Seiko SKX011J1 Automatic

Word spreads around that orange is the best colour that stands out underwater. A lot of people tested this and proved it to be true. While others debunked this as but a myth, orange still is one of the most striking colors not only in a watch but in general. Orange makes heads turn and you will have the power to make others’ heads turn with the Seiko SKX011J1 Automatic dive watch. For the most part, you can blame the color hype, but once that settles — which is impossible — you’ll be able to talk about its features.

The watch goes beyond its design and tackles features like any other dive watch. Its depth rating is a standard 200m and has a unidirectional rotating bezel as well. It’s not a fashion watch if you’d expect it to be. However, it can be if worn on the streets. And that’s the great thing about this timepiece. It’s versatile and it truly stands out among Seiko dive watches. Yes, it’s also very affordable at a little over $300. It’s a small price to pay for all the greatness that it is.

8. Seiko Prospex SRPC44 Automatic

Gold is king, as people would say, and we can say the same for the Seiko Prospex SRPC44. The Prospex series may not be the most affordable on the list, but it surely packs a great punch with its features. It has a beautiful gold and black colourway that you can definitely take from the streets to a business meeting. If you’d notice with its tonneau design — yes, it is a Turtle sitting at a big 45mm case. But not to worry, this timepiece remains comfortable around the wrist. Why wouldn’t it when it’s only 13.3mm thick?

Furthermore, there’s a striking appeal to its metallic sunburst dial. You can also rely on its 200m depth rating as well as the 41-hour power reserve. Its automatic movement includes a day/date display, with hacking and hand winding features.

9. Seiko Marinemaster SLA021

Technically, the SLA021 isn’t a Marinemaster. However, as a direct successor to the Marinemaster 300 SBDX017, the community took the freedom to give it the usual Marinemaster nickname. Seiko fans have always done this with the Seiko Turtle, Tuna, Sumo and a whole lot more. Of course, the company adapted this and marketed the watch as if it is a Marinemaster 300. This timepiece is almost the SBDX017 but with the material of the limited-edition SLA019J1 that precedes it. The ceramic bezel makes it more durable and scratch-resistant, combined with the sapphire crystal that protects its dial.

Given that it is a direct descendant of a Marinemaster 300 timepiece, it also has 300m water resistance. Moreover, it features a magnetic field-resistant case that puts this watch to an even higher pedestal than its cousin at the Prospex collection.

10. Seiko Prospex SNE5371P1 Solar

One can easily classify the Seiko Prospex SNE5371P1 Solar watch as a tactical watch. You can guess that it’s due to its camo pattern that can be very tactical, in a sense. However, as one of the most reliable Seiko dive watches, it goes beyond the style that this timepiece is rugged. It’s not minimalistic, per se, but it definitely has a muted sense of design. No, it doesn’t steal any spotlight but it can be a great story to tell given its features.

It comes with 200m water resistance and a quartz movement powered by solar energy. As usual, we prioritize sustainability in our list! Moreover, the accuracy of this timepiece boasts about +/- 15 seconds a month. It surely has the most style and personality among the timepieces we discussed today and deserves the last spot in our list.

Final Thoughts

It’s undeniable how Seiko has taken over the dive watch industry. They have been constantly making dive watches approachable to many who can’t afford a Rolex Submariner or an Omega Seamaster. Seiko dive watches also employ great use of sustainable energy as shown in our list. Perhaps, the brand’s identity also relies on its ability to take advantage of nature without damaging it.

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