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Seiko Essentials SolarvsVario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

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Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
VarioNAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
MSRP $596

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essentials Solar30.5mm
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)38mm
Power Reserve
Essentials Solar40h
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)40h
Water Resistance
Essentials Solar
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)100m
MSRP
Essentials Solar$375
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)$596

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
30.5mm
38mm
Thickness
6.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
37.7mm
46mm
Lug Width
12mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
Splash Resistant
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Red

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
V115
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$596

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What people say

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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.

Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

Owners widely praise the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) for its unique single-hand time display, captivating dial featuring a wave pattern and red tiger eye stone with subtle striations, and Art Deco numerals. The 38mm stainless steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and German leather strap contribute to a comfortable and elegant build, with the watch weighing 74g. Some users find the varied font sizes on the dial distracting, while others appreciate the cool style and dial colors. One owner suggests reworking the sub-dial's seconds hand and track for a less sporty look, and another felt the English text and font balance were not ideal. Overall, owners rate the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) highly for its unique dial and comfortable wear at an affordable price.

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