Duxot Colmar AutomaticvsSeiko Recraft Series
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Measurements
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Colmar Automatic
Recraft Series
Diameter
38mm
43.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Thickness
14mm
11.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$179
lowest
$265
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko 7S26
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Duxot Colmar Automatic for its appealing design and well-made construction, noting its reliable Seiko NH35 movement. Some find the watch overpriced for its components, while one owner wishes the lume lasted longer. Overall, owners appreciate the Duxot Colmar Automatic for its unique aesthetic and solid build at its price point.
The case finishing and applied indices are strong points. The bracelet design was not consistently described.
Owners praise the Seiko Recraft Series for its comfortable fit, trendy design, and excellent legibility, with a dial design that shows significant effort and build quality for the price. Some reviewers note that the hands might appear a bit short and express a desire for a sapphire crystal instead of mineral. One owner considers the SNKP27 to be the right size for a smaller wrist. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Recraft Series highly for its dial design and build quality at its price point.
The retro design and vintage-inspired aesthetic are consistently praised. The affordable entry into automatic timekeeping is also a shared point.
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