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Phoibos KrakenvsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition

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Kraken
PhoibosKraken
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kraken40mm
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition40.6mm
Power Reserve
Kraken40h
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Kraken200m
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Kraken$499
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition$1,850

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.6mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
49.1mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Green
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
6R51
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$1,850

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What people say

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Phoibos Kraken

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Kraken for its excellent lume, dial production, and the thinness of its Miyota 9015 movement, all at a sub-$500 price point. Specific positive mentions include the case and bracelet finishing, with one owner calling the bracelet excellent. The 40mm size is considered ideal by some. However, some owners find the crown guard execution awkward, and the hands have been described as resembling "veiny penises." There is also a concern that the dial's appearance in natural light might not achieve the desired color-shifting, smoky metallic effect. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Kraken highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's attractive price point and retro styling are consistently praised. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition owners and reviewers widely praise its beautiful, powdery cream unglazed Arita porcelain dial with a rhombus pattern, contrasting elegantly with gold-toned hands and indices. The 40.6mm stainless steel case is noted for its overall finishing, though some find it thick and heavy. The 72-hour power reserve 6R51 automatic movement is housed within, with one reviewer calling its accuracy rating of -15/+25 seconds per day and 3 Hz frequency somewhat outdated for the watch's price. A notable omission for some is the lack of lume, particularly on the hands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition highly for its stunning dial and craftsmanship at the price, despite some reservations about its thickness and movement specifications.

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