Ollech & Wajs C-1000 YvsSeiko 62MAS

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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.

Ollech & Wajs C-1000 Y at true scale

C-1000 Y

Seiko 62MAS at true scale

62MAS

Diameter

39.5mm

40.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.6mm

Thickness

15.8mm

13.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

1000m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

$1,996

$1,200

lowest

Movement

Soprod Newton P092

Seiko 6R35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
15.8mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.6mm
Water Resistance
1000m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Soprod Newton P092
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,996
$1,200
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Reviews

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

Ollech & Wajs C-1000 Y

Owners praise the Ollech & Wajs C-1000 Y's surprisingly wearable 39.5mm case and comfortable, sleek wearability, with one owner specifically noting it as a potential fit for smaller wrists. The matte yellow dial is described as less garish than expected, and its retro instrument styling is a key strength, complemented by the Soprod Newton P092 movement. However, one owner finds the ticking to be a bit loud, and a reviewer flags significant glare from the thick, domed sapphire crystal as a main drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Ollech & Wajs C-1000 Y highly for its compact dimensions and distinctive retro instrument styling.

Seiko 62MAS

Owners widely praise the Seiko 62MAS for its beautiful vintage-inspired finishing, crisp bezel action, and overall build quality, with many appreciating its comfortable 40.5mm case and slim apparent height. Some owners report accuracy issues with the 6R movement, while others find it runs within specifications, and opinions are split on whether the 40mm size is too large for smaller wrists, with some noting it can wear top-heavy. The price point is considered high by some, though others deem it fair for a new watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 62MAS highly for its faithful recreation of the original design and refined modern interpretation.

From video reviewers

The 37.5mm-38mm case size is a significant strength, offering a historically accurate and comfortable fit. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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