Militado Retro Dress ML09vsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

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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.

Militado Retro Dress ML09 at true scale

Retro Dress ML09

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial at true scale

Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

Diameter

36mm

40.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.8mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

12.1mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$69

lowest

$1,650

Movement

Seiko VD78

Seiko 6R5H

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36mm
40.2mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
48mm
Material
Stainless steel 316L
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VD78
Seiko 6R5H
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$69
$1,650
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Reviews

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

Militado Retro Dress ML09

Militado 36mm Retro Dress Watch ML09 owners praise its attractive brushed dial finish, though some find the 36mm case size too small and prefer a dial logo over printed branding. One owner reported the watch lived up to expectations and looked amazing. Overall, owners rate the Militado 36mm Retro Dress Watch ML09 highly for its striking sector dial and aesthetic appeal.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial for its stunning, inky black urushi lacquer dial with gilt accents and Roman numerals, noting its visual depth and soft sheen. The 40.2mm case is described as classy and elegant, with 10 bar water resistance. Some owners observe visible pores on the numerals and white logo, and scratches from polishing in bright light, while others find the dial's texture and the interplay of light on the hands appealing. The 6R5H automatic movement is considered a workhorse, though its timekeeping is noted as not exceptional, with a claimed accuracy of +25 to -15 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial highly for its exquisite urushi dial and elegant aesthetic at an accessible price point.