Orient SAA0200AB9vsSeiko King Turtle

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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.

Orient SAA0200AB9 at true scale

SAA0200AB9

Seiko King Turtle at true scale

King Turtle

Diameter

48mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.7mm

Thickness

n/a

13.2mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$330

lowest

$650

Movement

Automatic

Seiko 4R36

Case

3 specs
Diameter
48mm
45mm
Thickness
n/a
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.7mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$330
$650
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Reviews

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

Orient SAA0200AB9

Owners widely praise the Orient SAA0200AB9 for its updated F6922 automatic movement with hacking and hand-winding capabilities, a sapphire crystal, and excellent lume. One owner reports it has been their most worn watch for over a year. The black dial's red logo is considered a plus by some. The price is noted at $375. The case size is 41.5mm. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient SAA0200AB9 highly for its feature set and value, particularly the inclusion of a sapphire crystal and hand-winding movement.

Seiko King Turtle

Seiko King Turtle is widely praised for its excellent value and robust design, featuring the reliable 4R36 movement. Owners appreciate its superior lume and a bezel action described as smoother and more precise than some siblings. The 45mm cushion case, while substantial, wears smaller than expected due to its shape and short lug-to-lug distance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko King Turtle highly for its proven design and overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The King Turtle's ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal are significant upgrades. Reviewers noted a slight price increase for these features.

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