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Ikepod Seaslug S01vsAstor + Banks AB Clásico

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Seaslug S01
IkepodSeaslug S01
MSRP $5,859
AB Clásico
Astor + BanksAB Clásico
MSRP $1,500

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seaslug S0139mm
AB Clásico40mm
Power Reserve
Seaslug S0140h
AB Clásico40h
Water Resistance
Seaslug S01100m
AB Clásico50m
MSRP
Seaslug S01$5,859
AB Clásico$1,500

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893
ETA 6497-1
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,859
$1,500

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What people say

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Ikepod Seaslug S01

The Ikepod Seaslug S01 is widely praised for its unique, enthusiast-oriented design and UFO-style, lugless case, with owners reporting it is well-made and a favorite timepiece that garners attention. Reviewers appreciate the Miyota 9039 movement and seamlessly integrated bezel at its price point. Some owners find the 100-meter water resistance insufficient for a dive watch, and one reviewer notes the blue lume is on the weaker side. The proprietary strap system requires OEM or DIY adaptation, and replacement straps can be scarce and costly. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Ikepod Seaslug S01 highly for its distinctive aesthetic and value.

Astor + Banks AB Clásico

The Astor + Banks Silver is praised for its nice finishing on the case and dial, with a nice texture on the dial. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively slim, making it comfortable to wear. A weakness of the watch is its lume, which could be a bit brighter.

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