{"id":8840,"date":"2023-09-13T18:11:17","date_gmt":"2023-09-13T16:11:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/?p=8840"},"modified":"2023-09-13T18:13:14","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T16:13:14","slug":"seiko-6r15-specifications-and-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/seiko\/6r15\/","title":{"rendered":"Seiko 6R15: specifications and comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Today, we will talk about the Seiko 6R15, one of the most commonly used mechanical movements by the Japanese brand, along with other mechanisms like the 4R35 and <a href=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/seiko\/4r36\/\">4R36<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>While the 6R35 boasts better finishes and some higher-quality components, it is often found in <a href=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/mecanicos\/\">mechanical watches<\/a> of a higher range.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s an automatic movement that has undergone numerous revisions and serves as the foundation for the creation of many other calibers, which can lead to some confusion.<\/p>\n<p>So, in this post, we will provide a comprehensive overview of all the features of the Seiko 6R15, taking into account the different versions and comparing it to other calibers to determine its quality.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--style-light aawp-product--css-adjust-image-large\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B07DNJRHW1\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31444\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Seiko Hombre Reloj SPB079J1\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07DNJRHW1?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Prospex with 6R15 Movement\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/414TlVLVQcL.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko Prospex with 6R15 Movement\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07DNJRHW1?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Prospex with 6R15 Movement\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Seiko Prospex with 6R15 Movement        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Reloj Anal\u00f3gico<\/li><li>Autom\u00e1tico<\/li><li>Correa en Silicona<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07DNJRHW1?tag=relojeswiki-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"SEE PRICE ON AMAZON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">SEE PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2>\u271a Seiko 6R15 \u2013 Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n<table class=\"ficha\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Manufacturer<\/th>\n<td>Seiko<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Origin<\/th>\n<td>Japan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Model<\/th>\n<td>6R15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Year of Release<\/th>\n<td>2005<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Movement<\/th>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Jewels<\/th>\n<td>23\/24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Vibration Frequency<\/th>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Power Reserve<\/th>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimensions<\/th>\n<td>27.4 mm x 5.25 mm (Diameter x Depth)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<td>+25 \uff5e -15 seconds per day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Functions<\/th>\n<td>Hour, minutes, and seconds in central hands, and date<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Second Stop (hacking)<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Manual Winding<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u271a 6R15 in Detail<\/h2>\n<p>The Seiko 6R15 is another design derived from the famous 7S36, a very reliable movement used in a significant number of the brand&#8217;s watches, but it&#8217;s been around for some years now.<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1094 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/calibre_6r15_seiko_sumo.jpg\" alt=\"caliber 6r15 seiko sumo\" width=\"450\" height=\"299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/calibre_6r15_seiko_sumo.jpg 450w, https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/calibre_6r15_seiko_sumo-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\"><\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why in 2005, the 6R15 joined the family, featuring improved finishes, manual winding, and a second stop function, all of which the 7S36 lacked.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s precisely because of the finishes and components used in the Seiko 6R15 that it&#8217;s considered a more premium movement, and it&#8217;s generally used in medium to high-end watches, such as Seiko Prospex.<\/p>\n<p>Technically, it employs an automatic bidirectional rotor mechanism based on Seiko&#8217;s &#8220;Magic Lever&#8221; system and Diashock shock protection.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, it&#8217;s a highly efficient movement as it can generate energy in both directions and has excellent resistance to shocks and magnetism.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to more budget-friendly calibers, the 6R15 uses a Spron 510 mainspring, a material that allows Seiko to achieve a longer power reserve.<\/p>\n<p>While the 6R15 beats at a rate of 21,600 vph, which is lower than some high-end calibers, it can operate for years with minimal maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>The adjustment of this mechanism is done through the Etachron system, a regulator that facilitates spring manipulation and thus enables greater precision in skilled hands.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, the number of jewels is either 23 or 24 depending on the version, as this is a movement that has undergone numerous revisions.<\/p>\n<h3>\u27a4 Accuracy<\/h3>\n<p>In terms of accuracy, Seiko reports a respectable range of +25\/-15 seconds per day, placing it well above other movements from the brand.<\/p>\n<p>Accuracy ranges should be understood as a classification where manufacturers place their movements, which in practice tend to be more precise.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, for the 6R15, there are many users who can achieve values below +-5 seconds per day with proper adjustment.<\/p>\n<h3>\u27a4 Power Reserve<\/h3>\n<p>One of the strengths of the 6R15 is its power reserve, reaching up to 50 hours of operation when fully wound.<\/p>\n<p>This puts it ahead of other popular movements from the brand, such as the 4R36 or the 7S36 from which they are derived.<\/p>\n<p>As it&#8217;s an automatic watch, the maximum charge can be achieved simply by wearing it, but manual winding can also be used. Maximum charge is achieved by turning the crown approximately 50 times.<\/p>\n<h3>\u27a4 Watches Using It<\/h3>\n<p>The 6R15 is a movement used in many Seiko dress watches and some of the brand&#8217;s divers, all of which fall into the medium to high-end range.<\/p>\n<p>For example, it can be found in many Prospex diver watches and some <a href=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/seiko\/sumo\/\">Seiko Sumo<\/a> models, as well as in the famous Spirit (SARB) and Alpinist models.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of the well-known watches equipped with this movement that are readily available:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n    <div class=\"aawp-grid aawp-grid--col-2\">\n\n            \n        <div class=\"aawp-grid__item\">\n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--vertical aawp-product--style-light aawp-product--css-adjust-image-large\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B0BKQMSSXM\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31445\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Seiko Prospex SPB321J - Reloj de Buceo para Hombre Esfera Azul Plata\/Azul Pulsera\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\">\n\n    \n    <a class=\"aawp-product__image--link aawp-product__image\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B0BKQMSSXM?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Prospex SPB321J - Reloj de Buceo para Hombre, Esfera Azul, Plata\/Azul, Pulsera\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n        <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41OYmEPB2cL.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko Prospex SPB321J - Reloj de Buceo para Hombre, Esfera Azul, Plata\/Azul, Pulsera\"  \/>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B0BKQMSSXM?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Prospex SPB321J - Reloj de Buceo para Hombre, Esfera Azul, Plata\/Azul, Pulsera\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Seiko Prospex SPB321J - Reloj de Buceo para...        <\/a>\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__meta\">\n            \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n\n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B0BKQMSSXM?tag=relojeswiki-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"SEE PRICE ON AMAZON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">SEE PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n            \n        <div class=\"aawp-grid__item\">\n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--vertical aawp-product--style-light aawp-product--css-adjust-image-large\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B085PYWB26\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31446\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"JOYERIA\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\">\n\n    \n    <a class=\"aawp-product__image--link aawp-product__image\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B085PYWB26?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"JOYERIA\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n        <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41oEWVMZgwL.jpg\" alt=\"JOYERIA\"  \/>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B085PYWB26?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"JOYERIA\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            JOYERIA        <\/a>\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__meta\">\n            \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n\n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B085PYWB26?tag=relojeswiki-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"SEE PRICE ON AMAZON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">SEE PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n            \n        <div class=\"aawp-grid__item\">\n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--vertical aawp-product--style-light aawp-product--css-adjust-image-large\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B08PDXKZVC\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31447\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Seiko Alpinist Prospex SPB155J1 automatic watch with steel bracelet\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\">\n\n    \n    <a class=\"aawp-product__image--link aawp-product__image\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B08PDXKZVC?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Alpinist Prospex SPB155J1 automatic watch with steel bracelet\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n        <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41-rx3f5RNL.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko Alpinist Prospex SPB155J1 automatic watch with steel bracelet\"  \/>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B08PDXKZVC?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Alpinist Prospex SPB155J1 automatic watch with steel bracelet\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Seiko Alpinist Prospex SPB155J1 automatic watch...        <\/a>\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__meta\">\n            \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n\n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B08PDXKZVC?tag=relojeswiki-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"SEE PRICE ON AMAZON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">SEE PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n            \n        <div class=\"aawp-grid__item\">\n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--vertical aawp-product--style-light aawp-product--css-adjust-image-large\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B07DNJRHW1\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31444\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Seiko Hombre Reloj SPB079J1\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\">\n\n    \n    <a class=\"aawp-product__image--link aawp-product__image\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07DNJRHW1?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Hombre Reloj SPB079J1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n        <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/414TlVLVQcL.jpg\" alt=\"Seiko Hombre Reloj SPB079J1\"  \/>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07DNJRHW1?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Hombre Reloj SPB079J1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Seiko Hombre Reloj SPB079J1        <\/a>\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__meta\">\n            \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n\n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07DNJRHW1?tag=relojeswiki-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"SEE PRICE ON AMAZON\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">SEE PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>\u271a Seiko 6R15A, 6R15B, 6R15C, 6R15D&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>The letters denote different versions of the same movement. The first one was 6R15A, followed by B, C, and D with various changes that have added improvements and addressed issues.<\/p>\n<p>Hence, there are 6R15 movements with both 23 and 24 jewels. The earlier versions had 23 jewels, while the more recent ones are manufactured with 24 jewels.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that not all components are interchangeable between versions due to the added modifications.<\/p>\n<h2>\u271a The 6R15 as a Base Caliber<\/h2>\n<p>The 6R15 serves as the base for many other movements that add complications such as power reserve indicators and other subdials with the days of the week and date in different positions.<\/p>\n<p>These are the calibers 6R20, 6R21, 6R24, and 6R27. All of them beat at a rate of 28,800 vph (compared to the 21,600 vph of the 6R15), but their power reserve is reduced from 50 to 45 hours.<\/p>\n<p>They also feature a higher number of jewels to accommodate their additional functions.<\/p>\n<h2>\u271a Seiko NE15 vs 6R15<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5479\" src=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/seiko_ne15.jpg\" alt=\"seiko ne15\" width=\"379\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/seiko_ne15.jpg 450w, https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/seiko_ne15-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/seiko_ne15-297x300.jpg 297w, https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/seiko_ne15-78x78.jpg 78w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\"><br>\nThe NE15 is nothing more than Seiko&#8217;s version of the 6R15 that they manufacture for other brands, and as you can see in the table, they are practically identical.<\/p>\n<p>Like the <a href=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/seiko-nh35\/\">Seiko NH35<\/a>, the NE15 doesn&#8217;t have the brand name printed anywhere, but it does display the Seiko Instruments Inc (SII) logo, a subsidiary of the company responsible for manufacturing it.<\/p>\n<table class=\"ficha\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Model<\/th>\n<th>6R15<\/th>\n<th>NE15<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Movement<\/th>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Jewels<\/th>\n<td>23\/24<\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Vibration Frequency<\/th>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Power Reserve<\/th>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimensions<\/th>\n<td>27.40 x 5.25 mm<\/td>\n<td>27.40 x 5.32 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Second Stop<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Manual Wind<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u271a Seiko 6R15 vs 6R35<\/h2>\n<p>The main difference between these two movements lies in the power reserve, which is much higher in the case of the 6R35. Otherwise, as you can see in the table, they are very similar.<\/p>\n<p>The 6R35 caliber is considered an upgrade from the 6R15 and has only been on the market for about a year. The first watches with this movement were introduced at Baselworld in 2019.<\/p>\n<table class=\"ficha\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Model<\/th>\n<th>6R15<\/th>\n<th>6R35<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Movement<\/th>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Jewels<\/th>\n<td>23\/24<\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Vibration Frequency<\/th>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Power Reserve<\/th>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<td>70 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimensions<\/th>\n<td>27.40 x 5.25 mm<\/td>\n<td>27.40 x 5.25 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Second Stop<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Manual Wind<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u271a Seiko 6R15 vs 7S26<\/h2>\n<a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B000G12Y8O\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31448\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Seiko Reloj Anal\u00f3gico Autom\u00e1tico Unisex con Correa de Acero Inoxidable \u2013 SNXS79K1\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B000G12Y8O?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Seiko Reloj Anal\u00f3gico Autom\u00e1tico Unisex con Correa de Acero Inoxidable \u2013 SNXS79K1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41FJQZ7ER4L.jpg\" alt=\"Calibre Seiko 7S36\" class=\"aligncenter\" \/><\/a>\n<p>There are many differences between these two mechanisms, both in accuracy and power reserve, as well as in functions.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to the 6R15, the Seiko 7S26 is less accurate, has 9 hours less power reserve, and lacks the coveted functions of second stop and manual winding.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also important to note that the 7S26 is a more economical and older movement. However, even though it&#8217;s outdated, it remains one of the most reliable and reputable movements from the brand.<\/p>\n<table class=\"ficha\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Model<\/th>\n<th>6R15<\/th>\n<th>7S26<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Movement<\/th>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Jewels<\/th>\n<td>23\/24<\/td>\n<td>21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Vibration Frequency<\/th>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Power Reserve<\/th>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<td>41 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimensions<\/th>\n<td>27.40 x 5.25 mm<\/td>\n<td>27.40 x 4.8 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<td>-35 to +45 sec\/day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Second Stop<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Manual Wind<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u271a Seiko 6R15 vs 4R35\/6<\/h2>\n<a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B07WFNRR69\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31449\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Reloj Seiko para Hombre Azul Sport 1K1\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B07WFNRR69?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Reloj Seiko para Hombre, Azul, Sport, 1K1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41o5pDa-+VL.jpg\" alt=\"Watch with Seiko 4R35 caliber\" class=\"aligncenter\" \/><\/a>\n<p>Although the Seiko 4R35 is somewhat more modern, the 6R15 belongs to a higher range, is installed in more expensive watches, and as you can see, it also has better specifications.<\/p>\n<p>The 6R15 is better finished and has higher quality components, such as the Spron 510 mainspring, compared to the Spron 110 used in the 4R35.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, it can offer significantly better accuracy and an additional 10 hours of power reserve.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/seiko\/4r36\/\">Seiko 4R36<\/a> is a 4R35 with the addition of the days of the week alongside the date and has the same specifications, so what applies to one also applies to the other.<\/p>\n<table class=\"ficha\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Model<\/th>\n<th>6R15<\/th>\n<th>4R35<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Movement<\/th>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Jewels<\/th>\n<td>23\/24<\/td>\n<td>23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Vibration Frequency<\/th>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Power Reserve<\/th>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<td>40 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimensions<\/th>\n<td>27.40 x 5.25 mm<\/td>\n<td>27.40 x 5.32 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<td>-35 to +45 sec\/day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Second Stop<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Manual Wind<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u271a Seiko 6R15 vs ETA 2824-2<\/h2>\n<a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B01LZK2UZ8\" data-aawp-product-id=\"31348\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"relojeswiki-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"VERSACE Dylos Automatic VAG020016 ...\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-local-click-tracking=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.es\/dp\/B01LZK2UZ8?tag=relojeswiki-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"VERSACE Dylos Automatic VAG020016 ...\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41613vVRTkL.jpg\" alt=\"ETA 2824 in a watch\" class=\"aligncenter\" \/><\/a>\n<p>To say that the 6R15 is Seiko&#8217;s alternative to the well-known Swiss caliber <a href=\"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/eta-2824\/\">ETA 2824<\/a> may be somewhat ambitious, but there&#8217;s no doubt that it&#8217;s a great movement and can compete in some aspects.<\/p>\n<p>For example, it has a higher power reserve and, when properly adjusted, can come close in accuracy. The challenge is maintaining those values over time.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, its lower vibration frequency means that the 6R15 requires much less maintenance than the ETA 2824, although you won&#8217;t see the second hand move as smoothly.<\/p>\n<table class=\"ficha\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Model<\/th>\n<th>6R15<\/th>\n<th>ETA 2824<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Movement<\/th>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<td>Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Jewels<\/th>\n<td>23\/24<\/td>\n<td>25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Vibration Frequency<\/th>\n<td>21,600 vph<\/td>\n<td>28,800 vph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Power Reserve<\/th>\n<td>50 hours<\/td>\n<td>38 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimensions<\/th>\n<td>27.40 x 5.25 mm<\/td>\n<td>25.6 x 4.6 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<td>-15 to +25 sec\/day<\/td>\n<td>+-12 \/ +-7 \/ +-4 sec. day<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Second Stop<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Manual Wind<\/th>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u271a Time and Date Adjustment<\/h2>\n<p>As in the vast majority of current mechanical movements, the crown allows for all necessary adjustments and winding of the watch. Below is how to do it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> Pull out the crown to its second position (two clicks outward) and then turn it in any direction (clockwise or counterclockwise) to move the hands to the desired position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Pull out the crown to its first position (1 click outward). Turn it counterclockwise to adjust the date to the correct position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Manual Wind:<\/strong> Without pulling out the crown, turn it clockwise. A full wind of the mechanism is achieved with approximately 50 turns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today, we will talk about the Seiko 6R15, one of the most commonly used mechanical movements by the Japanese brand, &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1094,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[14,15],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8840"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8840"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8840\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8842,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8840\/revisions\/8842"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1094"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8840"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8840"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8840"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}