Seiko Presage Cocktail Time withvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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Measurements
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Presage Cocktail Time with

Presage Cocktail Time
Diameter
38.5mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.4mm
n/a
Thickness
n/a
11.8mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$475
$475
Movement
Seiko 4R35
Seiko 4R35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsReviews
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Seiko Presage Cocktail Time with Green Dial #HCB002 is praised for its vibrant, color-shifting green dial with gold accents, which owners find an "absolute beauty" and a highlight over other dial colors due to its visible micro textures. The 38.5mm case size is noted as refined and suitable for a dressy-casual watch. The watch utilizes the automatic Seiko 4R35 movement and has 50m water resistance. Some owners report the dial's vivid colors are lively and not for everyone, while one owner found changing the strap to stainless steel made the dial "pop even more." Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time with Green Dial #HCB002 highly for its striking dial and wearable case size.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with many appreciating its size and design. The 4Rxx movement is reported to keep good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. Some owners note the lack of a sapphire crystal and occasional price concerns, though many feel it competes favorably with significantly more expensive watches. One owner specifically praises the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, while finding the case design uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial aesthetics and value proposition.
The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.
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