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

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Measurements
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Retro Dress ML09

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 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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.
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