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At once sporty and sophisticated, the Seiko 5 SRPB1X is characterized by its barrel-shaped stainless steel case and streamlined design. The dial is appointed with white indices with polished steel edges Read More
Carlangas1970J has Japan Made on the dial, K's are made in Malaysia or other Seiko factory.
But it is the same watch and undergoes the same quality control.
Total insanity to pay the $40 "J-premium" for a watch intended to be "budget-priced" to begin with!
To illustrate, take this quick IQ test:
The United States mints (produces) coins in various locations. If you wish to purchase a Quarter minted in Denver, the price is twenty-five cents. Knowing that, how much would you pay for a Quarter minted in San Francisco?
A) twenty-five cents
B) thirty-three cents
If you answered "B, thirty-three cents"-- you may be a J-customer!
Seriously, if you believe a J-version is worth a premium, spend it on a premium Seiko. These are good-quality, inexpensive watches. Paying extra won't make them better.
Well for the SKX line the dial is different. It has the extra text on it (21 jewels). If you're big on that kind of stuff... Go ahead pay more.
All I'm saying: in your opinion it is not worth paying extra (not for me either: unless it's proven to be a huge difference), but anyone who has the money for it and feels strong about having a J version? Why not. Resale on J versions is also higher so it's not that bad of an investment. Even with the Seiko's 5 line...
It's someone's personal choice and your mileage may vary 🙄