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Seiko Essentials QuartzvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Essentials Quartz40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Essentials Quartz100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Essentials Quartz$335
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38.9mm
36mm
Thickness
8.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Navy
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
6N52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$335
$299

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What people say

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Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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