Seiko Men's SGF719 Dress Stainless Steel Watch

I had an unprofessional looking yellow Citizen Navitach sports watch, so I figured it was time for a new watch I can actually not be ashamed of wearing in the office. This watch is absolutely gorgeous. I totally love how it looks. But, as mentioned by a previous reviewer, this watch is noisy. Normally it's not a problem but if you are sitting in a chair trying to read a book, every so often you will hear the watch tick, depending on the position of your hand. Even at a significant distance, you will hear the watch tick. It's hard enough to concentrate over a long period of time, and I just can't stand any other stupid distractions like this. In contrast, I can barely hear my Citizen watch EVEN if push it directly against my ear! It is a little bit thicker, but still, the glass is probably of better quality or I don't know what else. In any case, I am upset because I can't find another watch that's as elegant on all of Amazon, even for hundreds more. In every other respect, it's perfect. If you are not much of a reader, I would say definitely go for this watch.

I just got this watch yesterday but I love it already.*UPDATE: (7/23/06): Had the watch for a few months, and I still love it.Some measurements: The watch is EXACTLY 8 mm thick. 37 mm outer diameter, but the crown sticks out 3 mm. Band is 20 mm at the watch and 18 mm all the way around.Doesn't feel too heavy, but has good weight to it -- doesn't feel cheap!I re-sized the links myself, but it was kind of a pain. The links do NOT use a standard pin mechanism. Instead, it uses little plates which are removable. You'll need some kinda pointy tool, with a tip that measures about 0.5 mm. You just push the link plate in the direction of the arrow (there's an arrow mark on each band link to help you) and it should just pop out. If you're not handy you'll definitely want to take the watch to a shop. The good news is, there's really no risk of scratching the band while performing this operation. You'll only scratch the inner "plates."The band is shiny brushed stainless steel, and has a standard clasp. No spring loaded mechanism, no safety clasp--just the plain old clasp. But I wouldn't worry about accidently releasing your clasp since it's a nice sturdy fit. In fact it requires some force to take the watch off (or put it on) but that might be because it's brand new.I plan to change the band to a black leather band, just because I don't like the weight of the metal. It should be easy because the band attatchment to the watch is a standard pin.*UPDATE: (7/23/06) - Looks great with black leather strap.The Lumibright stuff really works. Only a few minutes of light will let the little dots glow for hours. The dots are small though, so I had to put the watch near my face to read it. But that's much better than my fossil watch which stops shining in less than an hour.On the day dial, Saturday is BLUE and Sunday is RED. I like that, but it's not really advertised anywhere. Also, the daty can be set for Spanish. (I think it's spanish.. not sure?) The sideeffect is, the day will read spanish between 1~4AM. Likewise, if you set your day language as Spanish the day will read in English between 1~4am. I think the date changes from 12~1AM. Also, the day/dates are BIG and easy to read. They're not HUGE, just nice and readable. If you have normal eyesight, you won't have to squint or even hold the watch up close to read the day/date. I can easily read it whlie typing.Overall, the watch looks very plain but classy. But it's definitely not HIP. I'm 25 years old and I think it'll make me look older. In fact wearing the watch makes me FEEL older. It'll probably go well with any clothing except a T-shirt, cause I just can't imagine wearing it on the beach. The black face really makes it look "refined." The words SEIKO is rather large and it's actually raised from the watch dial face. The watch surface is highly polished SS, but the side of the watch is shiny brushed ss.The watch crystal is perfectly FLAT. Nothing is raised, there is no separate date window. It smudges easily but also cleans easily.*UPDATE: (7/23/06) - The watch's clicking noise is not loud but noticeable in a very quiet room. Can't hear it in all but silent rooms, but then again you might be able to hear it ticking when you're falling asleep.Lastely, the watch comes in a REALLY NICE blue gift box with the watch wraped around a tiny watch pillow. I think it'll be a great gift. The box is big, about 3 inches tall, 5 inches deep and 4 inches wide.

This is a beautiful, beautiful watch. The pictures can not even come close to depicting how well it looks in person and how brilliant it shines and dazzles the eye. Just gorgeous!I have never really been a watch wearer. This is only my second. The first, bought 8 years ago, I maybe wore it at best 400 days on and off. I just couldn't get used to wearing a watch for the sake of time. Hell, I could always look at my cell phone to check on the time, right? Well let me tell you something about this Seiko, I still don't care what time it is, but I love checking anyway. I wish more people would ask me for the time just so I could show off how brilliant this watch looks.When I am having conversations with people I am constantly catching them looking at this watch! It's amazing. I'll bet they think I paid a few hundred for it. A co-worker of mine bought a knock off Rolex in China. Nice looking piece - great replica. I put my Seiko up next to his and even he was blown away at how beautiful it was. I have yet to see anyone who has a nicer looking watch than my Seiko.My work attire ranges from Steel Toes and Carharts to a Suit and Tie and I can honestly say that this watch fits right in with each group. It's the chameleon of the watch world! I just can not stress enough how great this watch looks, feels, and performs. You can not go wrong with the SGF719 from Seiko.As far as functionality - it is not too heavy of a watch (at least to my limited experience). It is comfortable and very, very easy to adjust. Don't worry about others saying it ticks loud because it really doesn't. The time is easy to adjust as well as the day/date - just follow the manual. Beyond that, it is very comfortable and straight forward to use.I have found the last watch I will ever need to buy - period.******UPDATE******Here it is Feb. 2013 and this is still my main everyday watch. Since purchasing the SGF719 I have also purchased Pulsar Men's PXN021 Watch, a Invicta Men's 0379 II Collection Stainless Steel Watch, and a Black Rubber Timex Indiglo for the pool and to wear while working in the "muck.". The Invicta, sold it - hate the over-sized look (YUCK). The Pulsar Railroad watch - like it. The band is comfortable and it looks nice - fun to wear - but not as nice as the Seiko.To this day the Seiko still looks great and keeps time very well. The only disappointment would be the hands and markers really do not glow anymore (never really did all that well anyway) - another reason I got an indiglo and the pulsar. Beyond that one disappointment, this remains my go-to watch - everyday wearer.

Got my dad one for father's day and the stem unwound itself and came off in his hand. You can screw it back in but not tight enough to function. We're mailing it back for service.I'd recommend a Seiko 5 from eBay instead for the same money (my father is too old to keep an automatic running). They're famous for going 15-20 years without maintenance. I have two. If you need a quartz, go with Casio.