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Archimede Watches Pilot 39vsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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Pilot 39
Archimede WatchesPilot 39
MSRP $924
Presage Sharp Edged Series
SeikoPresage Sharp Edged Series
MSRP $1,100
What people say

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Archimede Watches Pilot 39

Archimede Watches Pilot 39 owners praise its clean design, craftsmanship, and value, with the 39mm case size noted as suitable for smaller wrists. One owner reported a unit stopped keeping time within months and experienced poor customer service regarding warranty. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting +10 seconds per day, while another prefers the utilitarian look of the flat crystal and the patina potential of bronze on the 39H Bronze variant. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 39 highly for its unpretentious pilot watch design and strong 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

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pilot 3939mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series40.2mm
Power Reserve
Pilot 39
Presage Sharp Edged Series45h
Water Resistance
Pilot 39100m
Presage Sharp Edged Series100m
MSRP
Pilot 39$924
Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39mm
40.2mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
20mm

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
ETA 2824-2
6R21
Power Reserve
45h
Jewels
25
29

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$924
$1,100
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