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Seiko Presage Classic SeriesvsZelos Nova 37

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Presage Classic Series
SeikoPresage Classic Series
MSRP $950
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Presage Classic Series36mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Presage Classic Series72h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
Presage Classic Series100m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Presage Classic Series$950
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
12.5mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.4mm
37mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R51
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950
$899

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What people say

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Seiko Presage Classic Series

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is widely praised for its sublime dial and hand finishing, with textured dials inspired by silk and elegantly curved hands. Owners and reviewers highlight the value proposition under $1,000, the comfortable wearability due to case proportions and slim appearance, and the robust 100m water resistance on several models. The 72-hour power reserve from the 6R51 or 6R55 automatic movements is a consistent positive note. However, one owner criticizes the pin and collar bracelet system as awful, and the 24-hour subdial is noted as potentially annoying by another. Accuracy figures for the 6R55 movement range from +25/-15 seconds per day to within -15/+25 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series highly for its exquisite dial work and strong value at its price point.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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