Kobold Polar Surveyor ChronographvsSeaholm Flats Chronograph

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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.

Kobold Polar Surveyor Chronograph at true scale

Polar Surveyor Chronograph

Seaholm Flats Chronograph at true scale

Flats Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Thickness

17mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$8,750

$3,495

lowest

Movement

Valjoux 7754

ETA 2894-2

Case

3 specs
Thickness
17mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Tan

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7754
ETA 2894-2
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,750
$3,495
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Kobold Polar Surveyor Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Kobold Polar Surveyor Chronograph's rugged American-made styling and solid build quality, with many appreciating its aesthetic appeal and suitability for daily wear across various settings. Some owners note the watch's light titanium construction and its prestige, valuing the brand's narrative. However, significant and recurring criticism targets the brand's owner and business practices, including accusations of scamming, undelivered watches, poor customer service, and excessively long repair times, leading some to deem the brand overpriced. Owners are split on value, with some finding it a good purchase on the secondary market while others feel the pricing is incongruent with the use of a stock ETA movement and a steel case. Overall, owners rate the Kobold Polar Surveyor Chronograph highly for its distinctive styling and robust build, despite significant concerns regarding the brand's business practices.

Seaholm Flats Chronograph

Seaholm Flats Chronograph owners report robust build quality with features designed for shock and magnetism resistance. One owner found the watch bulky and sold it at half its retail price after acquiring it on the grey market. Overall, owners rate the Seaholm Flats Chronograph based on its build quality and value, though some find its dimensions challenging.

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