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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsSeestern S456 GMT

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
S456 GMT
SeesternS456 GMT
MSRP $299
What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Seestern S456 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S456 GMT for its exceptional value and finishing that exceeds expectations, with one owner noting its accuracy surpasses that of their Seiko 5. The dial displays a pearl-like rainbow effect. Some owners would prefer a bidirectional bezel over the current unidirectional one. The Seestern S456 GMT features an NH34 movement, a 39.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and an adjustable clasp. On balance, owners rate the Seestern S456 GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features stunning, detailed finishing that is difficult to top. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
S456 GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
S456 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
S456 GMT200m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
S456 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
44mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Sunray style, applied and Diamond cut Indices, C1 lume
Lume
None
C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko NH34
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
40h
41hh
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$299
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