About the Seiko Diver

The Performance and Affordability of Seiko Diver Watches

When one thinks of high-performance timepieces, Swiss watchmakers often come to mind, but Switzerland isn't the only place where fine quality watches are crafted. Since the release of the first Seiko Diver timepiece in 1965, Japan has also been a hub of innovative watch design. Inspired by the Tokyo Olympics, the first Seiko Diver featured water resistance up to an impressive depth of 150 meters. Its stylish design and quality craftsmanship immediately made waves in the market, but it was the affordability of the Seiko Diver that truly set it apart from other diver watches. The original watch and its successors sell for a fraction of the price of Swiss timepieces, making them practical choices for many everyday men. Today, Seiko offers a complete line of stylish Diver designs, from metal bracelet options to rubberized polyurethane bands. Most Seiko Diver styles, such as the SKX009, sell for around $300. When compared with other diver watches like the Rolex Submariner, which starts at roughly $5,000, the cost-effectiveness of a Seiko diving watch becomes quickly apparent. Seiko Diver watches are built to stand the test of time, often outlasting their original bands. Fortunately, you can easily replace a Seiko Diver strap with a Single Piece Nylon strap to enjoy a comfortable, yet ultra-durable watch band. Every Single Piece Nylon strap is made from premium nylon, with many color designs available to match the dials and cases of Seiko Diver watches. For more information, check out this comprehensive guide on Nylon pull-through straps.