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Seiko SSB Chronograph Series

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Exploring Seiko Watches

A deep dive into the versatile and affordable SSB chronograph series

~85
Models tracked
~$100
Starting price
1
Personal sentiment
Section I

The Seiko Obsession

I have found myself thoroughly smitten with several Seiko models lately. The SSB007 chronograph is absolutely stunning, and it vividly reminds me of my very first watch, a humble Guess Chronograph. While that old Guess wasn't anything special from a horological standpoint, it holds significant sentimental value as my first piece. The Seiko SSB line bears a striking resemblance to that style, and with some models retailing for around $100 brand new on Amazon, they are incredibly accessible.

I have also been eyeing the Arctura GMT model (SUN003) with its sleek black dial; it showcases truly futuristic curves and design language.

 

Choosing the Right SSB

To help me narrow down the search, I have begun compiling a list of various models and styles to determine which one belongs on my wrist. I am currently leaning toward the early entries in the series: the 001, 003, 007, or 013.

Note: With such a vast array of dial colors, bezel types, and indices, the SSB series offers something for almost every aesthetic preference at an unbeatable entry price.
Section II

The SSB Model Reference

Below is my ongoing documentation of the SSB chronograph lineup. Note that some variations are still being identified.

ModelStyle / Features
SSB001White
SSB003Silver/black Panda, red seconds
SSB005Blue
SSB007Black
SSB009White, gold two-tone
SSB011Black, black bezel, red seconds
SSB013White/black Panda, red seconds
SSB015Black (identical to 007)
SSB017White, Roman XII, blue seconds
SSB019Black, Roman XII
SSB021White, Roman XII, gold two-tone
SSB023Black, all Roman numerals
SSB025White, Tachymeter bezel
SSB027Black, Tachymeter bezel
SSB029White, gold two-tone, Tachymeter bezel
SSB031Black, black Tachymeter bezel
SSB033Black, silver Tachymeter bezel, red seconds
SSB035White, Tachymeter chapter ring, red seconds
SSB037Black, Tachymeter chapter ring, red seconds
SSB039Blue, Tachymeter chapter ring
SSB041Brown, Tachymeter chapter ring
SSB043White, gold two-tone, Tachymeter chapter ring
SSB045Black, black Tachymeter chapter ring, red seconds
SSB047White, 60 min bezel
SSB049Black, 60 min bezel
SSB051White, gold two-tone, 60 min bezel
SSB053Black, black 60 min bezel, red seconds
SSB055Blue, gold two-tone, 60 min bezel
SSB057Grey, gold two-tone, 60 min bezel
SSB059Blue, 60 min bezel
SSB063Black, black bezel
SSB065White, 12 and triangle hour indices
SSB067Black, 12 and triangle hour indices
SSB069Beige, gold two-tone, 12 and triangle indices
SSB071Black, gold two-tone, 12 and triangle indices
SSB073Black, Tachymeter bezel, FC Barcelona logo
SSB075White, gold two-tone, 60 min bezel
SSB077Black, 60 min bezel
SSB079Blue, gold two-tone, 60 min bezel
SSB081Grey, gold two-tone, 60 min bezel
SSB085White
SSB087Black, yellow seconds
SSB151White, blue hour markers and blue hands
Stay tuned as I continue to update this list and finalize my next Seiko acquisition.

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