Reviewing the 6 BEST Seiko Solar Watches in 2023

After becoming Japan’s most famous watchmaking company, Seiko became more popular worldwide. Since its creation, Seiko has tried to innovate and discover new horizons in watch technologies.

In search of “no battery change” watches, they introduced their first Seiko Solar Watch in 1977. This was a big milestone for them, leading to greater inventions.

Originating from the Seiko 5 sports watches, the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER series were the first automatic chronograph watches made. The Seiko SPEEDTIMER lineup consists of two categories: Seiko Solar Chronograph & Seiko Mechanical Chronograph

In this article, we’ll discuss the Seiko Solar Watches and their mechanics; then, we will introduce you to their best ones in 2023 (in our opinion). Stay with Saatsaz Watch and learn more about these skillfully designed watch series.

Seiko Solar Watch Review

Since 1977, the Seiko solar movement watches have improved year by year. What we see today from this company is the result of years of dedication and resilience from Seiko and their team of engineers to improve the solar watches Seiko offerings.

This article will serve as a Seiko Solar watch review, and we will give you all the information you will need to choose between the various solar models this company offers.

But before that, let us tell you about the mechanism of the solar watches to help you understand how they work.

Solar Seiko Watches’ Mechanism

Solar watches have a solar cell unit placed under their dial. This is how they work: the dial lets the light pass through and hit the solar cell unit, which turns that light energy to electronic energy and stores it in the rechargeable battery behind the solar cell.

So, in order for the solar watch to have enough energy to function properly, one must expose the watch to direct sunlight. For your information, Office room light can charge the watch too but 1/100 of the sun’s power.

Seiko Solar Watches Lifespan

As mentioned, the Seiko Solar Watches are made to be durable and can last for up to 10 years without needing a battery replacement.

Many factors, such as extended usage, can slow or reduce a solar watch’s charging process. Seiko recommends its customers to service their solar watches once every 3 years to maintain optimal performance in the long run.

Seiko Solar Watch Battery & Recharge

Seiko Solar Watches’ batteries are made to last. The batteries have high capacities that allow the watch to function for 6 to 12 months per recharge; only three hours of direct sunlight will fully charge the battery. Pretty impressive, huh?

Remember to avoid long sleeves that go on the watch and block the light from reaching your watch. Also, for better Seiko solar watch battery recharging, placing it on a stationary surface under the sunlight instead of wearing it on the wrist is advised.

Best Seiko Solar Watches in 2023

Yet again, we are here to introduce you the BEST! Behold for the best and most desirable Seiko solar watches you can wear in 2023.

1. Seiko Prospex SSC909 Solar Watch

The limited edition SSC909 Solar Watch is one of Seiko’s most brilliant watches ever made. The pale blue “icy” color of the dial is a reference to the crystal trophies that athletes win. So, yes, this watch is also considered a Seiko sports watch!

The SSC909 is accurate to +/-15 seconds per month, and its fully charged battery, solely and without solar energy, can keep it running for up to 6 months… pretty amazing, huh? Apart from the technical aspects, this watch is mesmerizing to look at. The combination of colors, such as the icy dial with deeper blue colored subdials, black unidirectional bezel, and stainless steel bracelet with a central hard coated gray part, makes this watch a beauty. It can also accompany you to depths of 100m in sea.

As mentioned, the SSC909 is a limited edition of only 10,000 pieces. Considering that, we would expect a high price for this watch… but no! You can get your hands on this Seiko Solar Chronograph Watch for around $750.

Seiko Prospex SSC909 Specs & Features

Specifications:

• Power Reserve: 6 months
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: 39.0mm
• Strap Material: Stainless Steel
• Caliber: V192
• Movement: Solar
• Water Resistance: 10 bars

Features:

• Limited Edition on back
• Date Display
• Overcharging Prevention
• Small Seconds Hand
• Chronograph up to 60 minutes
• Screw Back Case
• Tachymeter
• Unidirectional rotating bezel

2. Seiko Prospex SSC917 Solar Watch

Here at Saatsaz watch, we have decided to introduce another Seiko Black Watch as one of the best watches of this company. This time, the watch is a part of the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER lineup, and it is… (drum rolls, please)… the SSC917 Solar Watch. We find it very hard to describe the elegance of this watch, but we’ll give it a shot.

This men’s Seiko Solar watch is consisted of black body and band. You can see the Seiko and the “X,” that stands for “Speedtimer,” carved out in white on the grey dial. This watch is often referred to as the “Night Speedtimer,” and it is because of the magnificent LumiBrite on the hour marks and hands that resemble night missions and offer the highest visibility in the dark.

The Seiko SSC917 Solar Watch is a fan favorite among the men watch enthusiasts. Surely many people would want to match this watch with their outfit for a classic yet stylish look. You can buy the Seiko SSC917 for around $680–$700 in the US… which we think is a remarkably fair price.

Seiko Prospex SSC917 Specs & Features

Specifications:

• Power Reserve: 6 months
• Case Material: Hard-coated Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: 39.0mm
• Strap Material: Black Stainless Steel
• Caliber: V192
• Movement: Solar
• Water Resistance: 10 bars

Features:

• Date Display
• Overcharging Prevention
• Small Seconds Hand
• Chronograph up to 60 minutes
• Screw Back Case
• Tachymeter
• Unidirectional rotating bezel

3. Seiko Prospex SNJ027 Solar Watch

You may have heard that watches like Prospex SNJ027 are called “Seiko Tuna Watches” because of the case and the heavy-duty outer ring that looks like a tuna can.

Believe it or not, these series of solar Seiko watches were popularized by two movies featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger! In “Predator” and “Commando,” he wore the Seiko SNJ025… also called as the “Arnie watch.” While both watches are among the Seiko Solar Divers Watches series, the difference between the Seiko Arnie watch, and the SNJ027 watch is the bezel colors.

(The Arnie watch can be seen on the featured image of this post. It’s the one on the right.)

As Seiko collaborated with PADI, they remade some of the watch models with a twist to the coloring and other features. As a result, The Seiko SNJ027 is both a Solar, and a Divers watch that is very durable, can withstand harsh environments, take damage, and still stay accurate. This watch also has a long-lasting battery (up to 20 months capacity) that helps it not to lose power shortly and makes it suitable for adventures.

The Seiko Prospex SNJ027 can be bought for $525. For this low price for a watch, you can walk around and show your friends your Extra Beautiful ARNIE watch.

Seiko Prospex SNJ027 Specs & Features

Specifications:

• Power Reserve: 6 months (power save up to 20 months)
• Case Material: Stainless Steel + Plastic
• Case Diameter: 47.8mm
• Strap Material: Silicone
• Caliber: H851
• Movement: Solar
• Water Resistance: 20 bars

Features:

• Calendar Correct
• Built-in Alarm
• LED in display
• Good Power Saving
• Chronograph up to 100 hours
• Screw Case Back
• Unidirectional rotating bezel

4. Seiko Premier SUT321 Solar Watch

Most of the Seiko Solar watches indeed are a bit on the manly-looking side. So, it is only fair to introduce a watch suitable for women who want to wear a solar watch while maintaining their feminine style.

The Seiko Premier SUT321 is one of smaller dial sizes that sits rather tidy on the hand. The polished stainless steel body and band will shine on your wrist. The white dial will put the golden written Seiko on the spotlight because of the contrast. The hour and minute hands on this watch, as small as they are, are painted blue and add more beauty to this delicate watch.

In 2023, this woman’s Seiko solar watch can be bought for $350 – $400 from Seiko Officials.

Seiko Premier SUT321 Specs & Features

Specification

• Power Reserve: 6 months
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: 31.5mm
• Strap Material: Stainless Steel
• Caliber: V137
• Movement: Solar
• Water Resistance: 10 bars

Features:

• Date Display
• Overcharging Prevention

5. Seiko Prospex SSC813 Solar Watch

As you can see, the Seiko Prospex SSC813 is a bit more casual looking compared to the limited-edition watches of these series. But don’t let that fool you!

Among the top Seiko Solar Watches for men, The SSC813 offers an old fashioned yet modern style. The contrast between the black and white dial, bezel, hour marks and subdials makes this watch unique. The Lumibrite on the hands will offer better readability in the dark. The steel band and overall colors of this watch make it suitable for formal and stylish fashion.

As mentioned, the casual look of this Seiko silver watch serves a purpose, and this watch offers the same quality as the limited-edition lookalikes. Thus, you can buy the Seiko SSC813 Solar watch for $675.

Seiko Prospex SSC813 Specs & Features

Specifications:

• Power Reserve: 6 months
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: 39.0mm
• Strap Material: Stainless Steel
• Caliber: V192
• Movement: Solar
• Water Resistance: 10 bars

Features:

• Date Display
• Overcharging Prevention
• Small Seconds Hand
• Chronograph up to 60 minutes
• Screw Back Case
• Tachymeter

6. Seiko Prospex SSC913 Solar Watch

Released after the previous model, the Seiko Prospex SSC913 is a new watch offering a more fashionable look than its lookalikes.

Unlike the previous timepieces, this men’s Seiko Solar timepiece offers a dynamic coloring. A fascinating blue dial mixed with the blue and red bezel offers an aesthetic that makes it impossible not to look at; the matching red subdial & second hand add to that.

Overall, by wearing this Solar Seiko watch on your hand, you’ll benefit from the class and the aesthetic it brings to your style and its functionality and features. The Seiko Prospex SSC913 Solar watch can be purchased for $700 in the USA from the Seiko websites.

Seiko Prospex SSC913 Specs & Features

Specifications:

• Power Reserve: 6 months
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: 41.4mm
• Strap Material: Stainless Steel
• Caliber: V192
• Movement: Solar
• Water Resistance: 10 bars

Features:

• Date Display
• Overcharging Prevention
• Small Seconds Hand
• Chronograph up to 60 minutes
• Screw Back Case
• Tachymeter

Conclusion

In this article, we got the Best Seiko Solar Watches reviewed and tried to provide you the needed information, plus giving you our honest opinion to choose between these watches. Now it is your turn to tell us about YOUR opinions regarding the Seiko Solar watches in the comment section below.

Here at Saatsaz Watch, we value your opinions, thoughts or even stories that you may have about your experiences with these watch brands. Make sure to share them with us…

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