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Duxot Colmar AutomaticvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series

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Duxot Colmar Automatic

The case finishing and applied indices are strong points. The bracelet design was not consistently described.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is widely praised as an excellent gateway watch, offering great value with a solid build and powerful lume. Owners widely report that the NH36 movement's accuracy is a "luck of the draw," with official specs allowing up to +/-40 seconds per day, though many experience +/-5 to 10 seconds. Some owners note the lack of a screw-down crown and 100m water resistance, while others highlight its ISO 6425 compliance, 200m water resistance, and screw-down crown as superior tool watch features. Some owners find the original SKX models heavier and bulkier than newer lines, while others praise its iconic, tough, and rugged dive watch design and proven durability. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its iconic, durable dive watch design and strong value proposition.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Colmar Automatic38mm
5 Sports SKX series42.5mm
Power Reserve
Colmar Automatic
5 Sports SKX series41h
Water Resistance
Colmar Automatic50m
5 Sports SKX series100m
MSRP
Colmar Automatic$310
5 Sports SKX series$495

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 4R34
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$310
$495
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