Which kinetic watch

Over the past 20 years,Seiko has created on this platform a suite of Kinetic movements, each bringing unique features to the consumer. It was at the Basel Fair that Seiko unveiled its first Kinetic prototype. Introduced under the trial name of 'AGM', it was the first watch in the world to convert kinetic movement into electrical energy. It was the first step in a development that, 20 years later, has made Kinetic synonymous with environmental friendliness, high performance and long-lasting convenience to a generation of users worldwide.

You get a 40mm stainless steel case with a polished finish and a sapphire crystal dome for ultimate protection. In fact, at a glance, it looks like the face offers nothing, but look again! This watch has a 45mm brushed stainless steel case, sandstone leather wristband and hardened glass dome. See our guide on MVMT watches, here.

Another stunning design. The 98A from Bulova has a gunmetal case that lets you see the workings of the watch as it moves, which is pretty cool. A larger 46mm stainless steel case with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protection and m water-resistance. The black face offers luminous seconds, minutes and hours with a solitary Roman numeral for 12 and an open balance wheel. Check out more Bulova watches for men, here. Back to Seiko for the final two on our list of the best kinetic watches.

Offering a black ion-plated 45mm stainless steel case with a matching bezel. This watch has luminous skeleton hands and offers simple hour and minute markers.

This is all protected by a Hardlex crystal, which is scratch-resistant. As you might guess, the case back is transparent, offering a look into the inner workings of the piece. This is a big 47mm dive watch developed to withstand professional-level activities underwater. As such, it offers m water-resistance. This watch has a crowded face, but with that, it offers functionality. When you press the right button at the 2 position, it causes the second hand to move and tell you how much power reserve is left luckily, in months.

The bezel offers a lume in the form of a dot and generally has big bold blue and orange accents. However, which kinetic watch should you choose? After all, there are hundreds upon hundreds of options out there in online marketplaces and brick-and-mortar retail shops. The black-on-black aesthetic is enhanced by the silver case, and the elegant yet simple watch face is a real looker. Seiko takes special pride in making kinetic time pieces which last, and the inclusion of a scratch-resistant Hardlex dial window is emblematic of that.

This peek into the machinations of this kinetic watch masterpiece is both impressive to look at and eye catching for anyone around you. Add in a synthetic sapphire crystal dial window and you have durability and aesthetic impression to the max. The second of three Seiko watches on our countdown, this green-on-green beauty is both affordable and super lovely to look at. And the way that the lighter green of the strap plays against the harder green tone of the dial is something to behold. The minimalist dial and contrasts of soft blue second and subdial hands with the stark and muted black tones is absolute breathtaking in person.

We also like the choice of a soft brown leather strap as it frames the rest of the watch with a balanced presentation. For those who want luxury looks for a fraction of the cost and a sporty construction built for the water and for any activity you can think of, Invicta made this.

We love the simplicity of the design and the contrast between the stainless steel band and black dial. Everything about the last and top Seiko watch on our list screams quality. The only watch with a true sapphire crystal dial window on this countdown, this Seiko standout is almost impossible to scratch without using power tools.