Specs & Features
| Case diameter | 47.8 mm |
|---|---|
| Lug/strap width | 22 mm |
| Movement | Japanese solar |
| Case material | lightweight matte black |
| Strap material | black silicone |
| Crystal | Hardlex crystal |
| Bezel | one-way rotating |
| Water resistance | 200 m |
Seiko SNJ025 Prospex Solar Hybrid Seiko Dive Watch Review
Rebecca Strauss
Rebecca has been an avid traveler and scuba diver for many years. She began her editorial career by updating travel guides, which took her all over...
Affectionately called “the Arnie,” the Seiko SNJ025 holds a special place in many divers’ hearts. This solar hybrid is a modern take on the classic 1982 H558-5000 model—the first hybrid analog-digital diver’s watch with an alarm and chronograph. The Arnie was an essential companion on several Everest expeditions, as well as making guest appearances in a number of action flicks.
Today’s Arnie offers time, date, alarm, and chronograph readouts with a stopwatch function, power-reserve indicator, and dual time capacity. LumiBrite hands and markers grace the black analog dial, while the energy-efficient solar cell can hold a 6-month power reserve when fully charged.
Finally, the black one-way rotating bezel, secure screwdown crown, pushers, and caseback, durable silicone strap, and 650 feet (200 m) of water resistance all mean this classic watch has stood the test of time.
About this review
To help you find a Seiko Dive Watch that will fit your needs, we’ve tested, researched, and reviewed the best ones available today.
We test both in the water, diving in various conditions - and in our lab - so we can give you accurate answers on quality, performance, and the overall value.
Read about our test of Seiko Dive Watchs
Recommended in: Seiko Dive Watch
Things we like:
- Classic, rugged look and storied history
- Affordable
- Six months of power when fully charged
Things we don't like:
- Some recent models reset or shut down in direct sunlight
- Synchronizing the digital and analog times can be challenging
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