Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40vsSeiko Presage Style60's

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Measurements
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Premier Automatic Day Date 40

Presage Style60's
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.2mm
Thickness
11.4mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
38h
41h
highest
MSRP
$5,950
$595
lowest
Movement
Breitling 45
Seiko 4R35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners praise the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 for its refined, timeless design and perceived value. The anthracite dial is noted as a specific attractive feature. Some owners expressed a desire for an in-house movement over the Breitling 45. On balance, owners view the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 as an underrated watch appreciated for its simple, elegant aesthetic.
The Seiko Presage Style60's is praised for its charming retro aesthetic, featuring a box-shaped crystal, faceted indexes, and applied markers, all within a comfortable 39.5mm case. Reviewers note its affordable price point of €490-€540 and a pleasing bracelet. However, the automatic 4R35 movement's accuracy tolerance of +45/-35 seconds per day is flagged as a potential drawback. On balance, reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Style60's highly for its attractive vintage design and wearability at its price point, despite concerns regarding movement accuracy.
The retro-inspired design is a key strength. Reviewers question if the features justify the price point.
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