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Ikepod Seapod SOO3vsWilliam Wood Beacon

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Seapod SOO3
IkepodSeapod SOO3
MSRP $1,369
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod SOO346mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
Seapod SOO340h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
Seapod SOO3100m
Beacon50m
MSRP
Seapod SOO3$1,369
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
46mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 762
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,369
$495

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod SOO3

The Ikepod Seapod SOO3 is lauded for its symmetrical, time-only dial and unique, lugless case design that enhances wearability despite its 46mm size. Reviewers note the lume is less potent than desired, and the hands could be larger for improved legibility. The Miyota 9039 movement powers the watch, which offers 200m water resistance, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap reduce its practicality for actual diving. On balance, reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod SOO3 as a design-forward piece with a distinctive aesthetic.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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