Seiko Chronograph Quartz Ref. SSB381
Chronograph / Racing Watch · Seiko, independent Japanese manufacturer renowned for horological innovations, accessible luxury, and reliable movements
Period: Modern Luxury (2000s-present)
Type
Chronograph / Racing Watch
Brand
Seiko, independent Japanese manufacturer renowned for horological innovations, accessible luxury, and reliable movements
Movement
Quartz chronograph movement, Seiko Caliber 8T63 meca-quartz style chronograph, offering sweeping chronograph seconds and precise battery-powered timekeeping
Dimensions
Case diameter approximately 41.5mm, thickness around 12mm, lug-to-lug distance around 48mm, and 20mm lug width
Description
The Seiko Quartz Chronograph offers a striking balance between sporty racing aesthetics and everyday elegance. Featuring a bold black sunburst dial and a polished tachymeter bezel, this timepiece presents a commanding yet wearable presence on the wrist. Driven by a dependable quartz chronograph movement, it delivers precision timekeeping alongside practical stopwatch functionality.
Key Features
Distinctive tachymeter bezel, classic three-subdial chronograph layout, versatile black dial with applied hour markers, and reliable Seiko quartz movement
Dial Description
Black sunburst dial with a three-subdial layout featuring chronograph minutes, chronograph hours, and a small seconds subdial, accented with applied silver baton indices and date window positioned between the 4 and 5 o'clock positions
Case Material
Stainless steel with a combination of brushed and polished finishing
Crystal Type
Hardlex mineral crystal, flat profile, offering good scratch resistance and clarity
Bezel Details
Fixed tachymeter scale bezel in polished stainless steel with black printed numerals for measuring speed
Crown & Pushers
Standard fluted push-pull crown flanked by two traditional pump-style chronograph pushers on the left side of the case layout due to orientation
Bracelet or Strap
Black leather strap with contrasting stitching and a stainless steel pin buckle
Caseback Details
Solid stainless steel screw-down case back featuring standard Seiko branding, model information, and serial number engravings
Movement Type
Quartz chronograph movement, Seiko Caliber 8T63 meca-quartz style chronograph, offering sweeping chronograph seconds and precise battery-powered timekeeping
Water Resistance
Rated to 100 meters (10 ATM / 330 feet), suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and recreational water sports but not deep-sea diving
Origin & Provenance
Japanese design and manufacture, utilizing Seiko's in-house quartz movement technology
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2018-2023
Cultural Significance
Seiko represents the pinnacle of accessible horology, bridging the gap between affordable everyday wear and sophisticated design favored by collectors worldwide
Condition Notes
The watch appears in very good condition with light signs of normal wear on the polished bezel and case sides, clear crystal, and a well-preserved leather strap
Value Estimate
Estimated secondary market and retail value ranges between $150 and $300 USD depending on the exact reference and overall condition with box and papers
Care & Maintenance
Recommended battery replacement every 2 to 3 years, avoid prolonged water exposure due to leather strap, and perform periodic water resistance gasket checks
Similar Watches
Citizen Brycen Chronograph, Tissot Chrono XL, Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph
Interesting Facts
Seiko introduced the world's first commercial quartz watch in 1969, the Astron, which forever changed the global watch industry. Their modern quartz chronographs continue this legacy of accessible accuracy.