Edox Grand Ocean DatevsKnot Watches SAC-40SSV

Owners widely praise Edox's finishing and quality, with one owner recommending the Edox Grand Ocean Date without hesitation after purchasing it at a good price. One owner suggests the Edox Grand Ocean Date's aesthetic would be improved by a smaller case size and notes the strap requires an additional hole for a snug fit. Overall, owners rate the Edox Grand Ocean Date highly for its impressive finishing and build quality at the price point.

Owners widely praise the Knot Watches SAC-40SSV for its Seiko-like finishing and attractive price point, with many appreciating its light feel and the quality of the strap and deployment buckle, though some find it initially stiff. The 40mm size is a point of contention, with some finding it comfortable and a favorite, while others consider it too large and prefer the 38mm variant. A recurring criticism is the small, awkwardly placed crown, which makes winding difficult. One owner also noted poor engraving and considered the watch to be primarily a fashion piece. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches SAC-40SSV positively for its finishing and value, despite some reservations about the crown design and sizing.