Knot Watches CS-38vsKnot Watches TS2-36TI
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Measurements
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CS-38

TS2-36TI
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
8.7mm
lowest
9.5mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m
highest
MSRP
$177
lowest
$214
Movement
Seiko VS42
Seiko VS42
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Knot Watches Knot CS-38 for its attractive price point and Seiko-like finishing, with many highlighting the gorgeous 38mm case and stunning, multi-layered Urushi red dial featuring gold flecks. Some owners find it a comfortable daily wear, appreciating its light weight and soft leather strap, while others are disappointed, calling it a fashion watch with poor engraving and strap quality. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting it gains 10-15 seconds per day, and the small crown is noted as difficult to wind by one user. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot CS-38 highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price, despite some reservations about build quality and design.
Owners widely report the Knot TS2-36TI offers solid quality and a clean design, with reviewers noting its impressive build and detail. The watch is praised for its versatility, suitable for both casual and formal wear, and its light weight contributes to comfortable wearability, especially with the soft, ready-to-wear leather strap. One owner feels the lugs are a bit thick, suggesting this design choice compromises the watch's proportions. The ivory dial is noted to be lighter than pictured. On balance, owners rate the Knot TS2-36TI highly for its sophisticated design and quality finishing at the price point.
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