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Seiko King Seiko KSKvsSugess Tourbillon Master S454

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King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $3,300
Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King Seiko KSK38.6mm
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
Power Reserve
King Seiko KSK45h
Tourbillon Master S45440h
Water Resistance
King Seiko KSK50m
Tourbillon Master S4545m
MSRP
King Seiko KSK$3,300
Tourbillon Master S454$999

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38.6mm
41mm
Thickness
10.7mm
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
44.9mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
50m
5m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
6L35
ST8000
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,300
$999

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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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

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