IXDAO Dress WatchvsKnot Watches CS-36SV Series

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

IXDAO Dress Watch at true scale

Dress Watch

Knot Watches CS-36SV Series at true scale

CS-36SV Series

Diameter

36.8mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.5mm

n/a

Thickness

9.7mm

6.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

MSRP

$279

$120

lowest

Movement

Seiko VD78

Miyota 1L45

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36.8mm
36mm
Thickness
9.7mm
6.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue-green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VD78
Miyota 1L45

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$120
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Reviews

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IXDAO Dress Watch

Owners widely praise the IXDAO 36.8mm VD78 Quartz Dress Watch for its clean dial, elegant proportions, and surprisingly good polishing on hands and markers, especially considering its $300 price point, with some calling it their best watch yet. The green color and emblem are also highlighted as positives. However, some owners note a non-recessed seconds dial on the white and silver model as a disappointment, and the 22mm lug width is considered inconvenient by some. One owner reported a slightly misaligned bezel on a specific variant, though they also praised the high overall quality, bright lume, and unique bracelet. IXDAO is generally positioned in quality and specs slightly below San Martin, comparable to Octopus Kraken and Sugess/Seestern. Overall, owners rate the IXDAO 36.8mm VD78 Quartz Dress Watch highly for its impressive finishing and design at an accessible price point.

Knot Watches CS-36SV Series

Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series owners praise its solid quality, clean aesthetic, and consistent small seconds hand. The watch is noted for its lightness and comfortable leather strap, with one owner finding it a satisfying purchase. Some owners highlight the interchangeable 18mm straps as a positive feature, though one reviewer found the lugs to be a bit thick, potentially compromising proportions. The watch offers surprisingly good quality and finishing for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series highly for its satisfying wearability and good value.

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