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NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 UpdatevsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $3,300

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Metro neomatik 41 Update40.5mm
King Seiko KSK38.6mm
Power Reserve
Metro neomatik 41 Update42 hoursh
King Seiko KSK45h
Water Resistance
Metro neomatik 41 Update50m
King Seiko KSK50m
MSRP
Metro neomatik 41 Update$5,290
King Seiko KSK$3,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
38.6mm
Thickness
9.1mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
45.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 6101
6L35
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
45h
Jewels
42
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,290
$3,300

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update

The NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update is lauded for its expanded 41mm case size, slim 9.1mm profile, and comfortable wearability, representing strong value at €3,500. Owners and reviewers highlight the technical innovation of the in-house DUW 6101 movement, featuring a unique, color-accented date complication and a robust quick-set mechanism. One owner reports exceptional accuracy, with less than 5 seconds deviation over two weeks, though they note a perceived susceptibility to magnetization. The 41mm size is seen as an improvement over previous Metro models that could wear small. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update highly for its technical ingenuity and improved wearability at its price point.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

Owners and reviewers widely praise the King Seiko KSK for its exceptional dial and case finishing, often compared to higher-end brands, and its slim, retro design. The use of the Calibre 6L35 movement in some variants is seen as a significant upgrade, contributing to a refined feel, while others note the bracelet is unusually nice and the case offers a mix of brushed and polished finishes with sharp angles. However, some owners question the value proposition, citing misaligned screws and clasp components on their examples, and the standard 6R movement in some models is criticized as a disappointment for the price point. Accuracy figures range from +15/-10 seconds per day to +5 to +7 seconds per day, and water resistance is rated at 5 BAR or 50 meters. Overall, owners and reviewers find the King Seiko KSK to be a beautiful and classy watch with fantastic finishing, though some are divided on its value and movement choice at its price point.

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