Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 34mmvsSeiko Presage Classic Series

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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.

Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 34mm at true scale

Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 34mm

Seiko Presage Classic Series at true scale

Presage Classic Series

Diameter

34mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

37mm

lowest

41.4mm

Thickness

11.7mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

55h

72h

highest

MSRP

$8,000

$950

lowest

Movement

Omega 8802

Seiko 6R51

Case

6 specs
Diameter
34mm
36mm
Thickness
11.7mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
41.4mm
Lug Width
n/a
18mm
Finish
Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Silver
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Omega 8802
Seiko 6R51
Power Reserve
55h
72h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,000
$950
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Reviews

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Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 34mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 34mm for its excellent timekeeping, with reports of accuracy around +2 seconds per day, and find it discreet and light. Reviewers note good finishing and dial integration, though some owners criticize the €10,600 price point and the lack of a folding clasp on the leather strap, suggesting a lower price closer to €4,000. One owner points out potential sharpness in the steel bracelet's edges, while another states the index finishing is not up to Grand Seiko standards. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Omega Constellation Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 34mm highly for its accuracy and understated appeal at a perceived better value.

Seiko Presage Classic Series

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is widely praised for its elegant design, with reviewers highlighting the sublime dial and hand finishing, often considered superior for its price point. Owners and reviewers note the textured dials, inspired by silk or featuring enamel, as a standout feature, alongside the vintage proportions of the 36mm cases and the comfortable wearability due to curved cases and short lug-to-lug distances. The 6R51 automatic movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve. Some criticisms include the 13mm thickness on certain models, the pin and collar bracelet system on the SPB469, and the 24-hour subdial being potentially annoying. Accuracy figures for the 6R55 movement are reported within -15/+25 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series highly for its exceptional dial finishing and elegant vintage-inspired case design at its price point.

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