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Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

MSRP $1,775

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Seiko Alpinist

MSRP $750

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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.

The Olmsted 38

Alpinist

Diameter

Across the case, crown excluded.

38mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

The number that decides fit.

44.9mm

lowest

46.4mm

Thickness

How it sits under a cuff.

10.8mm

lowest

13.2mm

Water Resistance

Rated in meters.

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

How long it runs off the wrist.

42h

70h

highest

MSRP

Sticker price, new.

$1,775

$750

lowest

Movement

What drives the hands.

Sellita SW300-1

Seiko 6R35

Spec

The Olmsted 38

Alpinist

Case

6 specs

Diameter

38mm

39.5mm

Thickness

10.8mm

13.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.9mm

46.4mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Water Resistance

100m

200m

Caseback

Solid screw-down

n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Double-domed

n/a

AR Coating

Underside

Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Dial Color

Green

n/a

Indices

Applied

n/a

Lume

Super-LumiNova

LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

Seiko 6R35

Beat Rate

4 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

42h

70h

Jewels

Complications

GMT, Chronograph, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,775

$750

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Reviews

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

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic and excellent wearability at 38mm, featuring a durable ceramic-coated stainless steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its value at $1,475, which includes two strap options and a watch wallet. On balance, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 highly for its modern, aggressive design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Olmsted 38 features tightly executed tolerances and an ultra-fine level of finishing. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

Hodinkee

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Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Alpinist for its value, durability, and unique style, with many appreciating its accuracy and versatile design suitable for vacations. Some owners find the 39.5mm case size perfect for average wrists, while others with smaller wrists consider it large and thick. Opinions are split on the crystal type, with some preferring a domed sapphire and others accepting the Hardlex. The Seiko Alpinist is generally considered a well-built and attractive watch for the money.

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