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Seiko King Seiko KSKvsBrew Super Metric

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King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $3,300
Super Metric
BrewSuper Metric
MSRP $475

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King Seiko KSK38.6mm
Super Metric36mm
Power Reserve
King Seiko KSK45h
Super Metric
Water Resistance
King Seiko KSK50m
Super Metric50m
MSRP
King Seiko KSK$3,300
Super Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38.6mm
36mm
Thickness
10.7mm
10.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
19mm
19.85mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
6L35
VK68
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
45h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,300
$475

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Brew Super Metric

Owners widely praise the Brew Super Metric's unique, asymmetrical, and colorful 70s-inspired design, with many appreciating its finishing and dial details for the price. Some owners find the integrated bracelet can be a hair-puller, and the watch wears larger than its 36mm dimensions due to the square case and bracelet. The lume is noted as weak, and some find the dial graphics busy, though others love the colorful, essence-keeping 2.0 design. On balance, owners rate the Brew Super Metric highly for its distinctive style and value, with many finding it a fun and comfortable daily wearer.

From video reviewers

The Brew Super Metric's Meca-Quartz Chrono functionality is one of the best the reviewer has seen. The watch's unique design is a key part of its charm. The Seiko meca-quartz caliber contributes to its value for the price. The lume could be improved, as it's not as bright as some other watches in its class. The price may not be the cheapest option in its class.

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