Knot Watches CAS-36SVvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time
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Measurements
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CAS-36SV

Presage Cocktail Time
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13mm
11.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$266
lowest
$475
Movement
Miyota 8N40
Seiko 4R35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Knot Watches CAS-36SV for its solid build quality, clean aesthetic, and attention to detail, with the small seconds hand noted for consistently hitting its marks. The 36mm case is considered versatile for business casual wear. One owner reported disappointment with the strap and engraving quality. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting gains of 10-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Knot Watches CAS-36SV for its build quality and clean aesthetic at its price point.
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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