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Seiko Diamond CollectionvsSeiko Essentials Solar

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Diamond Collection
SeikoDiamond Collection
MSRP $525
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375
What people say

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Seiko Diamond Collection

The Seiko Diamond Collection is widely praised by owners for its stunning beauty, featuring 14 diamonds, a mother-of-pearl dial, and a two-tone color scheme. Reviewers note its dial is difficult to capture in photos and that its fit and finish suggest excellent value, especially when purchased on sale. One owner describes the gold plating on the bracelet showing some fading from desk work, and its gold tone may not suit all tastes. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Diamond Collection highly for its striking aesthetics and perceived value.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Diamond Collection30mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Diamond Collection40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Diamond Collection50m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Diamond Collection$525
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
30mm
30.5mm
Thickness
6.3mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.5mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
5mm
12mm
Water Resistance
50m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
7N01
V115

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$375
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