Seiko SLA083
Ref. SLA083 · In production
- Case41 mm
- Thick14.3 mm
- Lug-to-lug45.1 mm
- Water res.100 m
- MovementAutomatic
- CrystalSapphire
Overview
The Seiko SLA083 is a dress watch from the King Seiko collection, part of the VANAC family. It has a 41 mm stainless steel case, 14.3 mm thick, 45.1 mm from lug to lug. Inside is a automatic movement (calibre 8L45) with 72 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Who it suits
- Wrists of roughly 16.4–18.3 cm (6.4–7.2 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide
- Everyday wear including swimming
- Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes
Strengths
- Sapphire crystal resists scratches
- Screw-down crown helps keep water out
- 72 h power reserve survives a weekend off the wrist
- Compact 45.1 mm lug-to-lug suits smaller wrists
- Hacks and hand-winds, so it is easy to set
Trade-offs
- Thick at 14.3 mm: harder to slide under a cuff
- Heavy at 192 g
Written by Watch.co from the published specs below. These are not owner reviews.
Full specifications
Case
| Case diameter | 41 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 14.3 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Lug-to-lug | 45.1 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Case material | Stainless steel | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Crystal | Sapphire | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Anti-reflective coating | Anti-reflective coating on inner surface | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Caseback | Screw | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Water resistance | 100 m | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Screw-down crown | Yes | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Magnetic resistance | 4,800 A/m | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Weight | 192 g | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
Dial
| Luminous material | LumiBrite | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Date | Date | our classification |
Movement
| Movement type | Automatic | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Calibre | 8L45 | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Made in-house | Yes | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Power reserve | 72 h | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Hacking seconds | Yes | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Hand-winding | Yes | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
Strap / Bracelet
| Bracelet / strap | Bracelet | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Lug width | 17 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
Other
| US list price (MSRP) | $3,300 | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Production status | In production | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Style (our classification) | Dress | our classification |
Specs are summarised in our own words from the brand's product page. Each row links its source and the date we checked it. Fields we haven't verified are left out rather than guessed.
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Questions about the Seiko SLA083
How big is the Seiko SLA083?
The case is 41 mm wide, 14.3 mm thick and 45.1 mm from lug to lug.
What movement does the Seiko SLA083 use?
It uses the 8L45 calibre, a automatic movement with 72 h of power reserve.
Can I swim with the Seiko SLA083?
Yes. It is rated to 100 m.
Does the Seiko SLA083 have a date?
Yes, it shows the date.
How much is the Seiko SLA083?
The US list price was $3,300 on seikowatches.com when we checked on 23 Oct 2026. Prices change, so check before you buy.
Will the Seiko SLA083 fit my wrist?
By our sizing guide it sits best on wrists of about 16.4–18.3 cm (6.4–7.2 in). Use the fit checker on this page to test your own wrist.
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