In this Seiko SARB033 review, we’ll examine the style, function and value of this legendary wrist watch.

Seiko has long produced some of the best values in the watch world, and one of the best examples of that trend is the automatic SARB033.

The watch represents a culmination of the things that people love about Seiko watches: value, style, functionality, and quality.

The SARB033 has a leg up on even the best of Seiko’s most well-known watches, in that it’s got Grand Seiko-like construction and an excellent automatic movement that can be seen through a display caseback. 

We recently had the opportunity to test-drive a Seiko SARB033 and came away from the experience with a deep appreciation of the watch. We found that it is confidence inspiring in its solidity and feels like a watch that costs thousands more.

It works on a wide variety of wrist sizes as well, and we found it to be as at home on an upscale leather strap as it is on its factory bracelet. 

Here’s why we think the SARB033 is a special watch and why we believe it should be a part of any diverse collection:

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On a dark leather strap, the watch is sophisticated and subdued, fitting for an upscale dress timepiece. On a bracelet, the SARB033 can just as easily go the other way and work with shorts and flip flops. 

Its uncluttered design and simple profile make the SARB033 a timeless watch that will stand up to years of wear without going out of style.

The Value Proposition

Perhaps the best part of owning a Seiko SARB033 is knowing that you got the deal of the century for a watch that offers much more than its price tag would suggest.

Under the hood, the SARB033 features Seiko’s venerable 6R15 automatic movement.

The 23-jewel movement comes with a 50-hour power reserve and excellent accuracy. Unlike other “budget” watches, the SARB033 also features a beautiful scratch-resistant sapphire crystal that meets the polished stainless steel of its case with excellent fit and tolerances.