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Seiko

Seiko 5 Automatic SNXS79J1 Black Dial 38mm Watch

SKU CH-A19J-6TJMY

A 38 mm stainless-steel automatic watch with 21-jewel movement, day-date display and 30 m water resistance

  • Watch movementAutomatic
  • Product shapeRound
  • Watch face colorBlack
  • Dial markingsIndex
  • Display typeAnalog
  • Date displayDate
  • Japanese 21-jewel automatic movement powers the watch from wrist motion
  • Hardlex mineral crystal protects the black dial from everyday scratches
  • Brushed and polished stainless steel bracelet with deployment clasp secures the watch comfortably
  • Day and date window at three o'clock shows both English and Spanish day names
  • 30 m water resistance handles rain and splashes without submersion

What the watch is and who it suits

This Seiko 5 automatic wristwatch uses a 21-jewel Japanese movement that winds itself from arm motion, so no battery is required. The 38.00 mm stainless steel case and matching bracelet fasten with a deployment clasp, giving a secure fit for daily office wear or casual weekends. A black dial with luminous index markers and a day-date window at three o’clock keeps the display legible in low light. It is built for buyers who want a reliable mechanical timepiece without specialist maintenance.

Thermals, noise and power in normal use

Mechanical automatic movements generate no audible fan noise and draw zero electrical power, so the watch runs silently on the wearer’s kinetic energy alone. The stainless steel case and mineral Hardlex crystal dissipate body heat naturally, leaving the wrist comfortable during extended wear. Water resistance is rated to 30 m (99 feet), which handles rain and splashes but not showering or submersion. No charging routine or battery replacement is ever needed.

The specification that decides fit

The 38.00 mm case diameter is the single dimension that determines whether the watch sits proportionally on the intended wrist. Buyers needing a larger presence or a smaller profile should look elsewhere, as this size is fixed by the SNXS79J1 design. The fixed bezel and pull-push crown do not add adjustable length, so the deployed bracelet length is the only fit variable. If 38.00 mm does not match the wearer’s preference, this model will not be suitable.

How it compares

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Price $193.99
Pricier than about 69% of the 2,679 comparable items (median $130.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeiko
Design styleDress
Watch face colorBlack
Item conditionNew
Display
Display typeAnalog
Size & build
Main materialStainless Steel
Product shapeRound
Strap materialStainless Steel
Closure typeDeployment Clasp
Bezel typeFixed Bezel
Case constructionPull/Push Crown
Housing materialStainless Steel
Case size38 mm
Watch glassMineral Crystal
Environment & compliance
Water resistance30m
More details
Watch movementAutomatic
Dial markingsIndex
Date displayDate
Suitable forMale

Questions about this item

How do I set the day and date on the SNXS79J1, and which crown position do people often miss?

Pull the crown to the first click for day and date adjustment; turn clockwise for date and counter-clockwise for day. Many forget to push the crown fully back in to restore water resistance.

What maintenance will the 21-jewel automatic movement need over time?

The movement runs without a battery and is lubricated for long life. A professional service every three to five years replaces aged oils and checks the mainspring, keeping accuracy within spec.

At what point does the 30 m water resistance become a limit during daily wear?

The rating covers rain and splashes only. Showering, swimming or any submersion exceeds the 30 m limit and can let moisture past the mineral crystal and case seals.

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