First on the esthethique plan is one of the best Seiko, except perhaps the SSA047J1 that are not found in France and SSC017P1. The dial is rich but not overloaded, the raised ring encircles a fine and brilliant ring, wide, elegant needles, it seems that the dial is profondemment embedded in a milled metal block, giving the watch a Optical impressive depth without compromising reading, also facilitated by a glass Harlex treated well and almost without reflections.
The watch is massive and radiates und impression of power and solidity as a battleship. The dark blue rubber strap harmonizes with the gloss of the stainless steel housing. All metal surfaces have an optical finish "chrome" without the slightest defect.
The finish is superb and worthy of Rolex, Breitling and Co. Printing watermarks on the dial, black paint and relief of the crown, game high polish of the case, massive protection winding ... I have a few dozen sports watches chosen among the best around the world and it has its place in my collection. No doubt!
Technically, no titanium, solar power, multi-frequency radio control with score of Atomic Clock, clock, tachometer of of slide rule, day of the week, lunar phase or exciting feature but with a solid seal 200m, so a good average in the game 500-1000 Euro price. In short, it is a watch that simply gives the time and date without having to study microscopic 20 using manual pages like Citizen CB0021-06E or Edfice Casio EQW-M710DB-1A1ER, I have to Besides not put into action, because I have not finished reading the manual and the library as a thick toasted sandwiches and weighs more than the watch.
Finally, we can say that the SKA5631 is simple and usable within 30 seconds after unpacking.
Despite a visual impression suggesting some complexity, the result is extremely easy to use, even simplistic, for anyone without technical patent or engineering. The unidirectional bezel Seiko typically operates as if it were mounted on rubber with a "click" discreet and precise notches 120/360 degrees. The big screwed crown with two positions and is easily graspable well serrated despite massive side protectors, gives its extraction acoustive an answer, and works gently and precisely, without friction and demonstrates excellent precision in the finish. The positioning of needles is perfect, seconds exactly jump at the marks, the date changes at midnight etc. It seems that the glass has very little glare and often gives the impression that the watch is opened.
8 automatic watches that I left without turning the back (including a Rolex and Breitling) the SKA563P1 is one of the last to stop. The quartz movement mechanical energy supply (automatic) is extremely quiet-based sytem "Kinetic" Seiko which has a high energy efficiency. I think this system is very advantageous and reliable. The 'night illumination needles and the dial is impressive and comparable to the Seals Luminox which is equipped with mini-tubes lithium, c' is to say that in this respect too, SKA563P1 impressione, although the brightness decreases slowly SINCE 'Miss n' 'not have their own source of energy but depends on the light acccumulée previously.
Finally, the top-right button starts the second hand for the indication of the subject of 'energy available, depending on the distance traveled by the needle on the dial.
In summary, the use is extremely comfortable and reveals or confirms that the mechanical precision and that of the quartz movement are absolutely the exterior finish high, therefore, the very high end.
If I make the sum of the above chapters, namely cosmetic and finish, technical and use j 'get an impressive and emotional show for a price that I consider very moderate in view of all these qualities.
For this reason, I '' gives the SKA563P1 the maximum rating of 5 stars and heartily recommend its acquisition.
However, it seems appropriate to make some reservations. For example it does not have a 24-hour dial and is therefore not suited to the needs of sub-msriniers and cavers who stay several days without seeing the sun. Similarly athletes struggling against time regret the absence timer.
