Draken Tugela - Double DrabvsSeiko 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.
Tugela - Double Drab
Captain Willard
Diameter
42mm
42.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
46.6mm
lowest
Thickness
14mm
13.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
70h
MSRP
n/a
$1,300
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6R35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Draken Tugela - Double Drab's 13.5mm thickness is considered lean, and its 42mm case size is appealing to one user who nonetheless would prefer a larger 44/45mm model. Overall, owners rate the Draken Tugela - Double Drab highly for the brand owner's positive engagement.
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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