Defakto DialogvsSeiko Essentials Quartz
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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.
Dialog
Essentials Quartz
Diameter
40mm
38.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
44.5mm
lowest
Thickness
6.6mm
lowest
8.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
n/a
$335
Movement
Ronda 712
Seiko 6N52
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Defakto Dialog for its extreme minimalism and grab-and-go design, with one owner noting its 40mm size enhances readability. The watch is also recognized for its solid quality for the value, featuring an in-house case by Ickler and a slim 6.6mm thickness. Some owners question the practicality of a single-hand watch for daily wear. Overall, owners rate the Defakto Dialog highly for its handcrafted, minimalistic aesthetic and value.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz for its high quality and value, noting its exceptionally light and comfortable titanium construction at 50g, a thin 8.4mm case, and sapphire crystal. The quartz movement offers convenience, and the 10 bar water resistance is considered adequate for daily wear. Some owners find the dark greenish dial less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet is criticized for having wider gaps compared to stainless steel versions. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its lightweight comfort and value proposition.
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