Seiko 5 skx models

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Notes on Potential Seiko SKX Purchase

Diving into the iconic diver's models for a new addition.

~25

Models Listed

Dial Sizes

Lug Sizes

200M

Water Resist

I'm considering picking up an SKX again, possibly the mid-size 013 or the full-size 009 Pepsi model. Here's a breakdown of the various Seiko SKX models for reference:

Section I

Seiko SKX Models Overview

Full Size (40mm Dial, 22mm Lug) - 200M Rated

→001 — Silver bezel
→003 — —
→005 — —

Classic Trio

→007 — Black
→009 — Pepsi bezel
→011 — Orange dial

Other Variants

→173 — Black with square hour markers
→175 — Pepsi bezel
→399 — Black with square applied markers
→401 — Pepsi bezel

Titanium Models

→403 — Black dial, silver bezel
→405 — Silver dial, silver bezel

Monsters

→779 — Black dial, silver bezel
→781 — Orange dial, silver bezel

Mid-Size (37mm Dial, 20mm Lug)

→013 — Black
→015 — Pepsi bezel
→017 — Orange dial

Mid-Size with 3 O'Clock Crown

→021 — White dial
→023 — Black dial
→025 — Pepsi bezel
→027 — White dial
→031 — Black dial
→033 — Pepsi bezel

Section II

Conclusion

I’ll keep these models in mind as I decide which one to go for. The mid-size 013 has a nice understated look, while the full-size 009 Pepsi would add a classic touch to my collection.

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