The 38mm SKX Returns: Seiko 5 SRPK31 Review PLUS A Bracelet Upgrade (Uncle Straps/Seiko)

In a world of iconic dive watches like the Rolex Submariner. Omega Speedmaster, and the Tudor Black Bay, the Seiko SKX is right there with them. The SKX007, SKX009, and the midsize SKX013 were the classic three of its time, however, they were discontinued. In time though, Seiko re-released the SKX in the form of the Seiko 5 SRPD line but we were still waiting for the re-release of the smaller SKX. Seiko answered the call in April.

Seiko announced the new 38mm Seiko 5 SRPK29 (black dial/black bezel), SRPK31 (cream dial/gray bezel), SRPK33 (teal dial/black bezel), and SRPK35 (orange dial/black bezel). These immediately caught my eye due to my love of the SKX013 that I own, so I had to order one to see what it’s like for myself.

In this video, I’m going to get into all the details you need to know about the new release: the dimensions, how it wears on the wrist, the dial, case, bezel, and of course the original oem bracelet and the incredible bracelet I swapped it out for from Uncle Straps. Overall this has been a fantastic change of pace and a very special experience.

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TIME STAMPS:

The 38mm SRPK31 - 00:00
Dimensions And On The Wrist - 00:51
The Dial - 02:57
The Case And Bezel - 05:18
The Bracelet - 07:34
DIMENSIONS:

Case width: 37.9mm
Lug width: 20mm
US Bracelet at clasp: 16.0mm
Bracelet taper: 4mm
Lug to lug: 43.7mm
Bezel width: 36.7mm
Dial width: 27.4mm
Case thickness: 12.1mm
Midcase thickness: 6.1mm
Bezel height: 3.3mm
Crown diameter: 6.0mm
Crown height: 3.9mm
Weight: with bracelet: 111 grams
Water resistance: 100m
Crystal: Hardlex
Movement: Seiko 4R36
Power reserve: 41 hours
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