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Ikepod Megapod M301vsSeiko Recraft Series

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Megapod M301
IkepodMegapod M301
MSRP $1,458
Recraft Series
SeikoRecraft Series
MSRP $265

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M30146mm
Recraft Series43.5mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M30140h
Recraft Series40h
Water Resistance
Megapod M30150m
Recraft Series50m
MSRP
Megapod M301$1,458
Recraft Series$265

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
46mm
43.5mm
Thickness
17mm
11.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
7S26
Jewels
25
21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$265

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M301

Owners widely praise the Ikepod Megapod M301's distinctive artistic design and generous Super-LumiNova application. The watch wears smaller than its 46mm case diameter suggests, with many finding it comfortable. Some reviewers, however, would prefer a strap material other than silicone and note that a Swiss movement might be desired at the $1,490 price point. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M301 for its unique aesthetic and strong lume.

Seiko Recraft Series

Owners widely praise the Seiko Recraft Series for its comfortable fit, trendy design, and great legibility, with reviewers noting significant effort in the dial design and excellent build quality for the price. One owner specifically calls the SNKP27 the right size for a smaller wrist, comparable to other well-loved Seiko 5 models. However, one forum user felt the Recraft Series was a missed opportunity with woeful execution compared to prior Rally Reissues, while a reviewer mentioned hands that might appear a bit short and a wish for a sapphire crystal over mineral. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Recraft Series highly for its appealing design and value at the price point.

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