Did I just discover a new hobby?

I wasn't really that much into watches before this. The first watch I did decide to buy was from the brand Fossil. While, I don't necessarily dislike the brand. After doing some research, I found out that, in terms of watch collecting and actually having great time pieces, Fossil doesn't do a good job at that. That was back in 2014. I still have it but since then it wasn't really something I wore a lot. In fact, at the time that I bought it, it was really big on me since my wrist was super small. The case size is a crazy at almost 46mm. Anyway, after years of not really caring about watches (just sticking to my useful Apple Watch), I noticed my roommate was getting into them. After some time, I guess his interest spread on to me. I wanted to get back into the game. After some research, I decided to go with this SRPF03 from Seiko as my first time piece. Here are my thoughts: When you first strap on the Seiko Samurai SRPF03, its presence is unmistakable. Bold, precise, and unapologetically masculine. This is a watch that feels built from the heart not just assembled and that’s a big part of its appeal. It’s a perfect entry point into serious mechanical dive watches without breaking the bank (When I bought it, it was listed for around $350). The SRPF03 stands out with its textured 3D black dial. A rich, patterned surface that plays with the light and gives the face a lot more character than a flat, basic dial would. The red-accented seconds hand adds a touch of sportiness and a visual pop against the deep black backdrop. Surrounding the dial is Seiko’s classic unidirectional rotating bezel, essential for dive timing and robust in both feel and function. Large, sword-shaped hands and bold markers are coated with LumiBrite, making readability strong in low light — perfect for actual diving or just everyday low-light situations. The date window at 3 o’clock is practical without cluttering the face, maintaining a clean yet purposeful look. Here’s what makes the Samurai more than just a pretty face: Movement: Seiko’s reliable 4R35 automatic caliber with about 41 hours of power reserve and manual winding capability. Case Size: Roughly 43.8 mm diameter with around 13.4 mm thickness, giving it strong wrist presence — great if you’ve got bigger wrists or like a watch that makes a statement. Water Resistance: ISO-standard 200 m / 660 ft, making it legit for scuba diving or water sports. Crystal: Seiko’s own tough Hardlex — scratch-resistant and durable for daily wear. Bracelet & Fit: Solid stainless steel bracelet with a secure clasp and extension, comfy and sporty without feeling flimsy. The nickname “Samurai” isn’t just marketing — it reflects the watch’s angular, aggressive case design, with sharp facets and defined edges that catch the light beautifully and give it a muscular, purposeful vibe. Despite the size, many owners note that the Samurai doesn’t wear as huge as you might expect thanks to smart case geometry. It’s bold, but not overwhelming. For bigger wrists, this watch sits confidently; for smaller wrists, it still carries itself well thanks to the tapered lugs and not-too-massive lug-to-lug spread. I think this was a great purchase and throughout my time wearing it, I changed the bracelet and put on multiple rubber straps and nato bands. I would highly recommend this watch to anyone trying to get a great diver watch that wont break the bank. Im excited to see where this watch journey gets me. For the time being since I'm new, I just don't want to jump on anything too pricey. Currently eyeing another Seiko timepiece. This time its the Seiko SRPG33. It's a field watch that seems to be great for the money. Includes a day-date feature, a green dial, as well as a green nato band. Green is my favorite color so this I think is a great watch for the collection.