Draken Kruger 'A' FLvsSeiko Astron

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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.

Draken Kruger 'A' FL at true scale

Kruger 'A' FL

Seiko Astron at true scale

Astron

Diameter

44mm

44.1mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.5mm

lowest

50mm

Thickness

12.4mm

lowest

14.4mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

n/a

$3,100

Movement

Seiko VK63

Seiko 5X83

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
44.1mm
Thickness
12.45mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
22mm
14mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Super-clear coating
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko 5X83
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Jewels
0
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$3,100
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Draken Kruger 'A' FL

Owners widely praise the Draken Kruger 'A' FL for its excellent value, comfortable titanium case and bracelet, and impressive fit and finish. One owner calls it their favorite microbrand find and a stunner, while another states it's their favorite watch of the past year. The 44mm case is noted by some to wear smaller than expected, though one owner with a 7.5" wrist found it borderline too small, and another points out its large, bold size is not for everyone. Overall, owners rate the Draken Kruger 'A' FL highly for its exceptional value and impressive fit and finish.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its impressive technology, including GPS time synchronization and solar charging, making it a convenient grab-and-go option. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its well-finished case and bracelet, with some noting its comfortable and lightweight titanium construction. The textured dials are often described as attractive and detailed, with contrasting markers and subtle accents. However, the price point is frequently cited as high for a quartz watch, and some find its aesthetic struggles to compete with luxury mechanical watches. One owner notes the minute hand sits slightly off, and another flags sparse lume on the dial. Accuracy varies, with some reporting +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, while others find it acceptable due to easy correction.