New Seiko 5 Sports Field watches feature a rotating compass bezel and luminous numerals
Seiko has just released four new automatic watches under its highly acclaimed 5 Sports Field series, featuring two monochrome models with solid metal bracelets and two lightweight nylon strap-equipped outdoor-focused watches.
Four rugged field watches with two distinct styles
All four watches are identical in terms of core features. They all sport a stainless steel case measuring 41mm in diameter and 13.2mm thick, complete with a durable Hardlex crystal, a see-through caseback, a solid 100m of water resistance, and a day and date window at the three o'clock position. Where they differ is in their colorways and strap options. While the HDB006 and HDB007 offer a classic look with a glossy black or white dial and a three-link stainless steel bracelet, the HDB008 and HDB009 opt for a sportier aesthetic, featuring a green dial with a black bezel and a brown dial with a matching bezel, respectively, paired with color-matched nylon straps.
The biggest addition here is the new bidirectional compass bezel—a first for the Seiko 5 Sports Field range. The bezel features diamond-pattern knurling for better grip and includes a lumed north marker for basic navigation. Additionally, Seiko has upgraded the dial legibility; all of the Arabic numeral indices are now generously coated with LumiBrite, a notable improvement over previous Field models that only featured luminous square hour markers.
The latest Sports 5 Field lineup is powered by Seiko's tried-and-tested in-house Caliber 4R36 automatic movement. Running at a 3Hz frequency, it features a second-hand stop function, manual winding capabilities, and stores approximately 41 hours of power reserve.
Availability & Pricing
The new Seiko 5 Sports Field Series will launch in Japan, Europe, the UK, and Australia in June. The steel bracelet models, HDB006 and HDB007, will retail for ¥56,100, £360, €410, and AUD 625. The nylon strap editions, HDB008 and HDB009, are priced at ¥52,800, £340, €390, or AUD 595. The lineup will arrive in the US market in July and official listings are already up on Seiko's US storefront, though the company has not revealed exact pricing just yet.
Specifications
- Caliber: Seiko 4R36 automatic movement
- Case material: Stainless steel
- Case size: 41mm width × 48.5mm lug-to-lug × 13.2mm thickness
- Bracelet / strap: Stainless steel bracelet with one-push tri-fold clasp (HDB006 / HDB007) or nylon strap (HDB008 / HDB009)
- Maximum wrist size: 205mm
- Weight: 158g (HDB006 / HDB007), 85g (HDB008 / HDB009)
- Winding: Automatic with manual winding support
- Accuracy: +45 / -35 seconds per day
- Power reserve: Approximately 41 hours
- Jewels: 24
- Functions: Hacking seconds, day-date display
- Caseback: Stainless steel with glass exhibition back
- Crystal: Curved Hardlex
- Lume: LumiBrite on hands, indices, and bezel
- Water resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM)
- Magnetic resistance: Yes
- Other features: Bidirectional rotating compass bezel, see-through screw caseback, double-lock clasp (bracelet models)
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