Which is cheaper, the Makydo 42 or the Seiko King Turtle?

At MSRP the Makydo 42 is the cheaper of the two at $355, against $650 for the Seiko King Turtle — a $295 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Makydo 42 or the Seiko King Turtle?

The Seiko King Turtle wears larger at 45mm versus 42mm for the Makydo 42 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Makydo 42 run compared to the Seiko King Turtle?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Makydo 42 uses the NH35 and the Seiko King Turtle uses the Seiko 4R36.

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Makydo 42vsSeiko King Turtle

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MSRP $355

MSRP $650

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At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

4242mm

King Turtle45mm

Power Reserve

42—

King Turtle41h

Water Resistance

42200m

King Turtle200m

MSRP

42$355

King Turtle$650

Full specifications

Case

4 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

—

Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Dial Color

—

Lume

None

LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH35

Seiko 4R36

Power Reserve

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$355

$650

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