Timex Expedition Scout vs Seiko 5 SNK809

Both are field watches in the entry tier. In short: the Seiko 5 SNK809 is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Timex Expedition Scout is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance. The Timex Expedition Scout is quartz, 50m water resistance, 40mm, acrylic crystal; the Seiko 5 SNK809 is automatic, 30m water resistance, 37mm, hardlex crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Timex Expedition Scout	Seiko 5 SNK809
Movement	Quartz	Automatic
Water resistance	50m	30m
Case size	40mm	37mm
Crystal	acrylic	hardlex
Style	Field / explorer	Field / explorer
Price tier	Entry	Entry

Which should you buy?

The Seiko 5 SNK809 is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Timex Expedition Scout is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance
The Timex Expedition Scout takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m)
The Seiko 5 SNK809 has a hardlex crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear
The Timex Expedition Scout wears 40mm vs the Seiko 5 SNK809's 37mm — choose by wrist size

Where to buy

Timex Expedition ScoutSee price on AmazonCheck price

Seiko 5 SNK809See price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Timex Expedition Scout and the Seiko 5 SNK809?
Both are field watches in the entry tier. The Timex Expedition Scout is quartz, 50m water resistance, 40mm, acrylic crystal; the Seiko 5 SNK809 is automatic, 30m water resistance, 37mm, hardlex crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Timex Expedition Scout or the Seiko 5 SNK809?
The Timex Expedition Scout, rated 50m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Timex Expedition Scout or the Seiko 5 SNK809?
Both sit in the entry tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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