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Alexander James Watches A3 OmenvsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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A3 Omen
Alexander James WatchesA3 Omen
MSRP $650
Presage Sharp Edged Series
SeikoPresage Sharp Edged Series
MSRP $1,100
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Alexander James Watches A3 Omen

Owners widely praise the Alexander James Watches A3 for its exceptional value, with one owner calling the $75 price a steal, especially with a gold milanese bracelet. The dial's ability to shift appearance under different lighting conditions is a frequently admired trait, and the BGW9 Superluminova is described as great, though not the brightest. One owner noted the 39mm case diameter and 20mm lug width. Overall, owners rate the Alexander James Watches A3 highly for its striking dial and remarkable value proposition.

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is widely lauded for its sharp, angular case design and the intricate finishing of its dials, often featuring traditional Japanese motifs like the Asanoha pattern. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful interplay of polished and hairline finishes on the case and bracelet, the use of sapphire crystals, and a robust 100m water resistance. The collection is powered by reliable in-house automatic movements, with many models featuring the 6R35 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve. Some specific models are noted for their refined finishing and updated case facets, while the 24-hour sub-dial on certain variants is considered a niche complication. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series highly for its striking design and quality finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A3 Omen38mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series40.2mm
Power Reserve
A3 Omen40h
Presage Sharp Edged Series45h
Water Resistance
A3 Omen100m
Presage Sharp Edged Series100m
MSRP
A3 Omen$650
Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40.2mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.4mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6R21
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
29

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,100
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