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Hitori HabukavsSeiko Essentials Solar

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What people say

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Hitori Habuka

Owners widely praise the Hitori Habuka for its Grand Seiko-inspired dial and design, with one owner highlighting its bracelet as exceptional for the price. The watch features a mix of brushed and polished finishes, and owners appreciate the solid, screwed links contributing to a satisfying heft. However, the Hitori Habuka lacks lume on the dial and hands, and some find the dial design unconvincing compared to its high-end inspiration, with criticism also directed at the minute markers. Overall, owners rate the Hitori Habuka highly for its impressive bracelet and finishing efforts at an affordable price point.

From video reviewers

The dial's textured finish, resembling the Grand Seiko Snowflake, is a notable strength. Reviewers expressed a desire for higher water resistance, specifically 100m instead of the current 50m.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Habuka39mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Habuka41h
Essentials Solar
Water Resistance
Habuka100m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Habuka$438
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39mm
30.5mm
Thickness
11.5mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.0mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Water Resistance
100m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Curved
Dial Color
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH35
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$438
$375
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