Manufaktur Waldhoff MultimaticvsSeiko Selection SARV001

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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.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic at true scale

Multimatic

Seiko Selection SARV001 at true scale

Selection SARV001

Diameter

42.5mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51.5mm

Thickness

14mm

11.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$675

$181

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9100

Seiko 4R36

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
n/a
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9100
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$181
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Reviews

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

Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic

Owners find the Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic beautiful and comfortable, appreciating its complications like the power reserve indicator. It is noted as a microbrand option with day, date, and power reserve complications, offering better quality control than some other microbrands. However, concerns exist regarding the brand owner's track record. One owner found the case very large, while another reported water ingress issues from handwashing that damaged their watch. Overall, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic positively for its styling and complications, despite some concerns about the brand and isolated quality control issues.

Seiko Selection SARV001

Owners widely praise the Seiko Selection SARV001 for its exceptional value, with many considering it a bargain and a strong alternative to more expensive watches. Its comfortable fit and versatile style make it suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. The 4R36 movement is noted as an improvement over lower-tier Seiko movements, and one owner reports an accuracy of +4 seconds per day. Some owners find the OEM bracelet disappointing, but the watch is considered a "strap monster" with good potential for customization. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Selection SARV001 highly for its killer style and value for money.