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Seiko Essentials QuartzvsYema Diver

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Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335
Diver
YemaDiver
MSRP $990

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Diver39.5mm
Power Reserve
Essentials Quartz40h
Diver40h
Water Resistance
Essentials Quartz100m
Diver200m
MSRP
Essentials Quartz$335
Diver$990

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.9mm
39.5mm
Thickness
8.5mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
6N52
Sellita SW200
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$335
$990

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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.

Yema Diver

One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner notes this manual wind Yema Diver has a cool patina but is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment.

From video reviewers

The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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