Seiko Turtle Owner Review : Sparkling, fun and amazing

This is an endearing watch with a case that has a great design for a smart budget as Seiko knows so well how to do. I also have a classic Turtle and if the Turtle was the replacement for the SKX007 when it was released in 2016, the mini Turtle is a bit like the reinvented SKX013. The dial is reminiscent of previous Seiko divers, but is atypical with its elongated indices and the wave pattern a bit like the Bond Seamaster. The cyclops is forgotten. The case is the most interesting part of this watch. The bezel is sunk into the case on the sides with the edges in two parts, the brushed top and the polished bottom which visually reduces the size of the watch. Because yes, it is a 42mm but also 43mm of lugtolug, it is almost square in the end. And will fit perfectly on a chicken wrist! I find it almost too small for me at 16.5cm on the wrist where it moves a lot on the wrist with its slightly pebble-shaped format, compact, but high. However, with a thick bracelet, OEM rubber or a strapcode it still fits very well. I would have liked the crown to be more recessed into the case, because it tends to bother my wrist or by placing it at 4 o'clock like the turtle which remains my favorite despite its 45mm width. It remains a great watch, perfect for enjoying the beach and summer without stress.