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Ikepod KawsvsSugess Tourbillon Master S454

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Kaws
IkepodKaws
MSRP $29,700
Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kaws44mm
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
Power Reserve
Kaws40h
Tourbillon Master S45440h
Water Resistance
Kaws100m
Tourbillon Master S4545m
MSRP
Kaws$29,700
Tourbillon Master S454$999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.9mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
100m
5m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ST8000
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$29,700
$999

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Ikepod Kaws

Owners are divided on the Ikepod Kaws, with some finding its design akin to a toy watch and questioning its artistic merit, while others appreciate it specifically as a Kaws collaboration, though some still feel the execution could be improved. One owner describes the watch as having a meaningless collaboration and poor execution, looking like a toy and being terrible, while another finds the Kaws aesthetic worse on a watch. On balance, the consensus among owners is that the Ikepod Kaws is a polarizing piece, with its appeal largely dependent on individual appreciation for the Kaws artistic style.

Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

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