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Pinion Pure SteelvsSeiko Presage Classic Series

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Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715
Presage Classic Series
SeikoPresage Classic Series
MSRP $1,125

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pure Steel38mm
Presage Classic Series40.2mm
Power Reserve
Pure Steel45h
Presage Classic Series72h
Water Resistance
Pure Steel100m
Presage Classic Series100m
MSRP
Pure Steel$1,715
Presage Classic Series$1,125

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40.2mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW261-1
6R5J
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,715
$1,125

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What people say

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Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

Seiko Presage Classic Series

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is widely praised for its sublime dial and hand finishing, with reviewers noting its radiant sunburst or textured dials inspired by silk and its elegant alpha hands and applied indices. Owners and reviewers highlight the robust elegance and value proposition, with 36mm and 40.2mm case options offering vintage proportions and 100m water resistance for versatility. The in-house 6R51 or 6R55 movement provides a substantial 72-hour power reserve. One owner criticizes the pin and collar bracelet system as awful, and the 24-hour subdial is noted as potentially annoying to some. Prices range from US$950 to US$1,800 depending on the model and features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series highly for its exceptional dial finishing and versatile wearability at its price point.

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