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Seiko King Seiko KSKvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $3,300
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King Seiko KSK38.6mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
King Seiko KSK45h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
King Seiko KSK50m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
King Seiko KSK$3,300
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38.6mm
36mm
Thickness
10.7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
43mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6L35
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,300
$299

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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