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Citizen CorsovsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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What people say

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Citizen Corso

The Citizen Corso is widely praised for its attractive sunburst dial that catches the light well, its excellent accuracy of a few seconds per month, and its versatile, classic look suitable for various occasions. Owners appreciate the substantial feel of the metal bracelet, which features a matte finish on top with polished edges and includes two half links for adjustment, though the clasp lacks micro-adjustments. The stainless steel case and crystal are noted for their durability. Some owners find the 40mm case size less ideal for smaller wrists, and one critique mentioned the original leather bands were unpleasant, with another noting the case finish was too shiny. The Citizen Corso is powered by an Eco-Drive movement and offers day and date complications, with a lug-to-lug distance of 46mm and a bracelet tapering from 22mm to 20mm. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its value and attractive dial at its price point.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

Owners and reviewers widely praise the King Seiko KSK's sharp, faceted case design and harmonious mid-century aesthetic. Its compact 38.1mm or 37mm size and slim 10.7mm thickness are noted as highly wearable. However, accuracy is a point of contention, with one reviewer reporting a wide range of +25 to -15 seconds per day for the 6R31 movement, while others criticize the standard 6R movement as too thick and a departure from the brand's history. Water resistance is consistently cited as limited to 50 meters, and one owner reported misaligned screws on the caseback and clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers find the King Seiko KSK appealing for its design and wearability, though the movement choice and accuracy are significant drawbacks for some.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Corso40mm
King Seiko KSK38.3mm
Power Reserve
Corso
King Seiko KSK72h
Water Resistance
Corso
King Seiko KSK100m
MSRP
Corso$244
King Seiko KSK$2,000

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.3mm
Thickness
0mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on Hands

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
J165
6R55
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$244
$2,000
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