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Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2vsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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Sceptre S2
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre S2
MSRP $507
King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $2,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sceptre S242mm
King Seiko KSK38.3mm
Power Reserve
Sceptre S242h
King Seiko KSK72h
Water Resistance
Sceptre S2200m
King Seiko KSK100m
MSRP
Sceptre S2$507
King Seiko KSK$2,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38.3mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminous
LumiBrite on Hands

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6R55
Power Reserve
42h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$507
$2,000

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What people say

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Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2's unique design, with particular admiration for its face, bezel, and distinctive orange chapter ring with "+" hour markers. The bracelet's finish and micro-adjustments are noted as well-executed, contributing to a solid feel and versatility for daily wear. However, some enthusiasts find the 42mm diameter wears large due to the expansive dial and thin bezel. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2 highly for its striking aesthetics and solid build at its price point.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

Owners and reviewers widely praise the King Seiko KSK's sharp, faceted case design and harmonious mid-century aesthetic. Its compact 38.1mm or 37mm size and slim 10.7mm thickness are noted as highly wearable. However, accuracy is a point of contention, with one reviewer reporting a wide range of +25 to -15 seconds per day for the 6R31 movement, while others criticize the standard 6R movement as too thick and a departure from the brand's history. Water resistance is consistently cited as limited to 50 meters, and one owner reported misaligned screws on the caseback and clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers find the King Seiko KSK appealing for its design and wearability, though the movement choice and accuracy are significant drawbacks for some.

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