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DuFrane Watches Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field WatchvsSeiko 5KX

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DuFrane Watches Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch

The DuFrane Watches Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch is noted for its comfortable wearability and a dial that surpasses expectations in person, complemented by bright lume. However, some owners report slightly sharp inside edges on the lugs and a leather strap that does not feature quick-release spring bars. Overall, owners find the DuFrane Watches Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch comfortable and visually appealing, with the dial detail and lume being particular highlights.

Seiko 5KX

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its strong lume and comfortable wearability, with many noting its compact feel due to a short lug-to-lug length. The NH36 movement's accuracy varies, with typical performance between +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some report better. A lack of screw-down crown and ISO certification are noted drawbacks for its water resistance. Some owners find the bracelet to be of cheaper construction with hollow links, and a few have reported quality control issues. The consensus is that the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series offers good value for its price, appealing to those who appreciate its tool-like nature and iconic lineage.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch39mm
5KX42.5mm
Power Reserve
Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch42h
5KX41h
Water Resistance
Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch100m
5KX100m
MSRP
Mabry MkII 39mm Titanium Mechanical Field Watch$999
5KX$350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42.5mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$999
$350
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