Which is cheaper, the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian or the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial?

At MSRP the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial is the cheaper of the two at $1,900, against $3,715 for the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian — a $1,815 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian or the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial?

The Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial wears larger at 40.6mm versus 39mm for the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian — a 1.6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian or the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial?

The Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian is rated to 30m versus 10m for the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian or the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial?

The Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial carries a 72-hour power reserve against 68 hours on the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian.

What movement does the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian run compared to the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Apiar Gen1.1 White Meridian uses the La Joux-Perret G101 and the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial uses the Seiko 6R5H.

Apiar Gen1.1 White MeridianvsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial

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