Emporio Armani Sea Explorer AR60059 Men's Watch – 42mm Blue Dial Stainless Steel Review, Prices & Score

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Emporio Armani Sea Explorer AR60059 Men's Watch – 42mm Blue Dial Stainless Steel
81BestBuysUK Score
BestBuysUK 100-point assessment · from 15 verified specifications
Features81
Efficiency85
Ease of Use82
Performance80
Build Quality84
Value for Money78
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🏆 Review & price summary

The Emporio Armani AR60059 Sea Explorer Emporio Armani AR60059 watch combines a 42mm stainless-steel case and bracelet with an automatic movement, blue dial and unidirectional rotating bezel. Its 100m water resistance and luminous hands and markers give it useful everyday versatility, while the 174g weight and 15mm thickness create a notably substantial wrist presence.

✓ Key strengths

  • ✓ Automatic Miyota movement avoids the need for a battery
  • ✓ 100m water resistance and a unidirectional rotating bezel add practical versatility
  • ✓ Luminous hands and markers improve legibility in low-light conditions
  • ✓ The stainless-steel bracelet uses a push-button deployment clasp

Key Specifications

Bezel
Unidirectional rotating bezel
Clasp
Deployment clasp with push button
Weight
174g
Calibre
Miyota Automatic
Crystal
Mineral crystal
Movement
Automatic
Functions
Hours, minutes and seconds
Case shape
Round
Dial colour
Blue
Case diameter
42mm
Case material
Stainless steel
Case thickness
15mm
Strap material
Stainless steel
Water resistance
100m (10 ATM)
Manufacturer product code
AR60059

Who Should Buy It?

  • ✓ A good fit for buyers seeking a substantial 42mm men's watch with a blue dial and stainless-steel construction.
  • ✓ Suitable for those who prefer automatic movement over battery-powered timekeeping.
  • ✓ The 100m water resistance suits everyday wear and water-based activities as described in the available product information.
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Design and wearability

The Emporio Armani AR60059 watch has a round 42mm stainless-steel case, silver-toned case and bracelet, and a blue dial. Its 15mm thickness and 174g weight give it a pronounced, substantial feel rather than a discreet profile.

A deployment clasp with push button provides a secure fastening arrangement, while the 22mm lug width and stainless-steel bracelet maintain a consistent, durable-looking design.

Movement and functions

This watch uses an automatic movement with a Miyota Automatic calibre, so it is powered by wrist motion rather than a battery. The listed functions cover hours, minutes and seconds.

The blue dial is protected by mineral crystal. Luminous hands and markers are specified for low-light visibility, supporting practical time reading beyond daylight conditions.

Water resistance and bezel

With 100m (10 ATM) water resistance, the watch is positioned for everyday wear and the water-based use described in the available product information. Its unidirectional rotating bezel adds a clear sports-watch feature to the Sea Explorer design.

The combination of water resistance, lume and the rotating bezel makes this a more versatile choice than a purely formal watch, although its relatively heavy and thick construction will not suit every wrist.

Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.