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Seiko King Seiko KSKvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $3,300
Presage Cocktail Time
SeikoPresage Cocktail Time
MSRP $475

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King Seiko KSK38.6mm
Presage Cocktail Time40.5mm
Power Reserve
King Seiko KSK45h
Presage Cocktail Time41h
Water Resistance
King Seiko KSK50m
Presage Cocktail Time50m
MSRP
King Seiko KSK$3,300
Presage Cocktail Time$475

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.6mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10.7mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6L35
4R35
Power Reserve
45h
41h
Jewels
26
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,300
$475

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What people say

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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.

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with the 4Rxx movement keeping good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. The watch is appreciated for its size and design, though some owners note the absence of a sapphire crystal and occasionally question the price, feeling it competes with significantly more expensive timepieces. One reviewer specifically praised the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, but found the case design uninspired. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its striking dial aesthetics and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.

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