Timex Expedition Scout vs Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35

Both are field watches. In short: the Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35 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 Sports Field SRPG35 is automatic, 100m water resistance, 39.4mm, 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 Sports Field SRPG35
Movement	Quartz	Automatic
Water resistance	50m	100m
Case size	40mm	39.4mm
Crystal	acrylic	hardlex
Style	Field / explorer	Field / explorer
Price tier	Entry	Mid

Which should you buy?

The Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35 is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Timex Expedition Scout is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance
The Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35 takes more water (100m) — the one to pick if you swim
The Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35 has a hardlex crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear
The Timex Expedition Scout sits in the lower price tier (Entry) if budget leads

Where to buy

Timex Expedition ScoutSee price on AmazonCheck price

Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35See price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Timex Expedition Scout and the Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35?
Both are field watches. The Timex Expedition Scout is quartz, 50m water resistance, 40mm, acrylic crystal; the Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35 is automatic, 100m water resistance, 39.4mm, hardlex crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Timex Expedition Scout or the Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35?
The Seiko 5 Sports Field SRPG35, rated 100m, versus 50m 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 Sports Field SRPG35?
The Timex Expedition Scout is the lower-priced tier; the other steps up in build for more money — confirm both live prices at the retailer.

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