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Makydo Mystic BluevsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue
King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $2,000

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mystic Blue38mm
King Seiko KSK38.3mm
Power Reserve
Mystic Blue
King Seiko KSK72h
Water Resistance
Mystic Blue50m
King Seiko KSK100m
MSRP
Mystic Blue
King Seiko KSK$2,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
38.3mm
Thickness
9mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
27mm
19mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on Hands

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
6R55
Power Reserve
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,000

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What people say

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Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

Owners and reviewers widely praise the King Seiko KSK's sharp, faceted case design and harmonious mid-century aesthetic. Its compact 38.1mm or 37mm size and slim 10.7mm thickness are noted as highly wearable. However, accuracy is a point of contention, with one reviewer reporting a wide range of +25 to -15 seconds per day for the 6R31 movement, while others criticize the standard 6R movement as too thick and a departure from the brand's history. Water resistance is consistently cited as limited to 50 meters, and one owner reported misaligned screws on the caseback and clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers find the King Seiko KSK appealing for its design and wearability, though the movement choice and accuracy are significant drawbacks for some.

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