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Seiko CouturavsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Coutura
SeikoCoutura
MSRP $525
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Coutura44mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Coutura40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Coutura100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Coutura$525
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
12mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
V198
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$399

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What people say

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Seiko Coutura

Owners widely report the Seiko Coutura's wear-resistant metal treatments maintain their appearance over years of ownership. The watch is praised for its solar power and perpetual calendar features, with some owners finding its weight and appearance captivating. However, opinions on its styling are divided, with some finding it gaudy or too busy, while others consider it beautiful and a fun departure from minimalist designs. Some owners express dissatisfaction with the proprietary bracelet. One owner notes the solar power reserve requires constant light exposure. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Coutura well for its durable finish and useful solar and perpetual calendar complications, despite polarizing styling.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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