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Makydo ContourvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series

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Contour
MakydoContour
5 Sports SKX series
Seiko5 Sports SKX series
MSRP $315
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

From video reviewers

The Makydo Contour is praised for its comfortable fit due to its slim case and compact lug-to-lug. The Miyota 9015/9039 automatic movement is considered reliable for the price point. The 30-meter water resistance is a noted limitation.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its iconic dive watch design, robust build, and excellent value, with many appreciating its timeless styling and tool-like character. The movement, while basic, is noted as offering hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and accuracy varies, with many owners reporting +/-5 to 10 seconds per day despite the movement's potential for +/-40 seconds. Some owners find the original SKX models heavier and bulkier than newer iterations, while others critique the lack of a screw-down crown and ISO rating on the newer Seiko 5 Sports SKX series, deeming it less of a serious tool watch. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its enduring design and value proposition as a robust, everyday watch.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contour37mm
5 Sports SKX series28mm
Power Reserve
Contour
5 Sports SKX series40h
Water Resistance
Contour30m
5 Sports SKX series100m
MSRP
Contour
5 Sports SKX series$315

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
37mm
28mm
Thickness
8.6mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
33.1mm
Lug Width
14mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Brown
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
2R06
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$315
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