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Seiko Diamond CollectionvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Diamond Collection
SeikoDiamond Collection
MSRP $525
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Diamond Collection30mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Diamond Collection40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Diamond Collection50m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Diamond Collection$525
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
30mm
40mm
Thickness
6.3mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.5mm
41mm
Lug Width
5mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
7N01
Miyota 2070/2170

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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