Alexander Shorokhoff Arabian PearlsvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Arabian Pearls
Presage Cocktail Time
Diameter
39mm
30.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
37mm
Thickness
n/a
10.9mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$1,799
$575
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 2R05
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the 39mm case size of the Alexander Shorokhoff Arabian Pearls - Alexander Shorokhoff Uhren as perfect, though it is viewed more as an art piece due to its delicate strap and 90s-style box. Enthusiasts highlight the brand's unique dial designs and independent, high-horology feel as good value, with some finding certain models over the top. Accuracy varies, with reports ranging from +5-7 seconds per day to -15 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Alexander Shorokhoff Arabian Pearls - Alexander Shorokhoff Uhren highly for its unique artistic dial design and perceived value.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its stunning dials and exceptional value, with some feeling it competes with watches costing three times as much. However, some owners flag potential legibility issues due to dial patterns and hands, and note the use of Hardlex instead of sapphire crystal. One owner describes the case as big, round, and somewhat uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its stunning dials and exceptional value.
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