Seiko HCB005
Ref. HCB005 · In production
- Case40.5 mm
- Thick12.8 mm
- Lug-to-lug47.5 mm
- Water res.50 m
- MovementAutomatic
- CrystalHardlex (mineral)
Overview
The Seiko HCB005 is a gmt watch from the Presage collection, part of the Seiko Presage family. It has a 40.5 mm stainless steel case, 12.8 mm thick, 47.5 mm from lug to lug. Inside is a automatic movement (calibre 4R34) with 41 h of power reserve. You also get 50 m water resistance, a hardlex (mineral) crystal and a cow leather strap.
Who it suits
- Wrists of roughly 16.2–18.1 cm (6.4–7.1 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide
- Desk and dress wear (keep it away from swimming)
- Frequent travellers who track two time zones
- People who enjoy seeing a mechanical movement at work
Strengths
- Display caseback shows the movement
- Hacks and hand-winds, so it is easy to set
Trade-offs
- Hardlex (mineral) crystal scratches more easily than sapphire
- Only 50 m water resistance: splash-proof, not for swimming
- 41 h power reserve: it stops after about a day and a half off the wrist
Written by Watch.co from the published specs below. These are not owner reviews.
Full specifications
Case
| Case diameter | 40.5 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 12.8 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Lug-to-lug | 47.5 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Case material | Stainless steel | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Crystal | Hardlex (mineral) | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Caseback | Display (see-through) | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Water resistance | 50 m | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Magnetic resistance | 4,800 A/m | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
Dial
| Date | Date | our classification |
|---|---|---|
| GMT / second time zone | Yes | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
Movement
| Movement type | Automatic | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Calibre | 4R34 | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Made in-house | Yes | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Power reserve | 41 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 | Cow leather | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Lug width | 20 mm | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
Other
| US list price (MSRP) | $650 | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Production status | In production | seikowatches.com · 23 Oct 2026 |
| Style (our classification) | GMT | 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 HCB005
How big is the Seiko HCB005?
The case is 40.5 mm wide, 12.8 mm thick and 47.5 mm from lug to lug.
What movement does the Seiko HCB005 use?
It uses the 4R34 calibre, a automatic movement with 41 h of power reserve.
Can I swim with the Seiko HCB005?
Not really. It is rated to 50 m.
Does the Seiko HCB005 have a date?
Yes, it shows the date.
How much is the Seiko HCB005?
The US list price was $650 on seikowatches.com when we checked on 23 Oct 2026. Prices change, so check before you buy.
Will the Seiko HCB005 fit my wrist?
By our sizing guide it sits best on wrists of about 16.2–18.1 cm (6.4–7.1 in). Use the fit checker on this page to test your own wrist.
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