Benrus Watches TYPE 3XvsSeiko Captain Willard

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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.

TYPE 3X

Captain Willard
Diameter
42mm
42.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.6mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
13.2mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
42h
70h
highest
MSRP
$2,950
$1,300
lowest
Movement
ETA 2893-2
Seiko 6R35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Benrus Watches TYPE 3X owners and reviewers praise its classical styling and solid build quality, with the 42mm case noted to wear smaller due to minimal lugs. One owner finds the automatic watch comparable in cost to a basic Swatch and considers it proof of Benrus's substantial revival. The included Velcro strap is unappealing, but the rubber strap works well. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus Watches TYPE 3X highly for its wearability and value.
The Seiko Captain Willard is praised for its supremely wearable 42.7mm case, icy white textured dial, and bright LumiBrite lume, with reviewers noting impressive finishing and value over $1,000. Some models feature a unique azurage textured navy blue bezel insert, while others have a matte grey or unidirectional bezel with cream accents. The Seiko Captain Willard houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance, though one reviewer questions if its performance specs match its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Captain Willard highly for its comfortable slim profile and excellent LumiBrite lume at its price point.
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