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Oblvlo IM MechanicalvsSeestern S456 GMT

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What people say

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Oblvlo IM Mechanical

Owners praise the Oblvlo IM Mechanical's cool looks, good lume, and bubble crystal, with one owner finding it wears smaller than expected and is easy to read. However, timekeeping is noted as running fast, approximately +15 to 30 seconds per day. One owner finds the dial design unusual with calendar functions in chronograph-style subdials. On balance, owners appreciate the Oblvlo IM Mechanical's aesthetics and wearability, despite inconsistent timekeeping.

Seestern S456 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S456 GMT for its exceptional value and finishing that exceeds expectations, with one owner noting its accuracy surpasses that of their Seiko 5. The dial displays a pearl-like rainbow effect. Some owners would prefer a bidirectional bezel over the current unidirectional one. The Seestern S456 GMT features an NH34 movement, a 39.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and an adjustable clasp. On balance, owners rate the Seestern S456 GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features stunning, detailed finishing that is difficult to top. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
IM Mechanical42mm
S456 GMT41mm
Power Reserve
IM Mechanical
S456 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
IM Mechanical50m
S456 GMT200m
MSRP
IM Mechanical$178
S456 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
49mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Sunray style, applied and Diamond cut Indices, C1 lume
Lume
Super-LumiNova
C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
0 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
0h
41hh
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$178
$299
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