Which is cheaper, the Orient Star Semi Skeleton or the Seiko Monster?

At MSRP the Orient Star Semi Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $535, against $550 for the Seiko Monster — a $15 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Orient Star Semi Skeleton or the Seiko Monster?

The Seiko Monster wears larger at 42.4mm versus 40mm for the Orient Star Semi Skeleton — a 2.4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Orient Star Semi Skeleton or the Seiko Monster?

The Seiko Monster is rated to 200m versus 50m for the Orient Star Semi Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Orient Star Semi Skeleton or the Seiko Monster?

The Orient Star Semi Skeleton carries a 50-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the Seiko Monster.

What movement does the Orient Star Semi Skeleton run compared to the Seiko Monster?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Orient Star Semi Skeleton uses the F6F42 and the Seiko Monster uses the Seiko 4R36.

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Orient Star Semi Skeleton

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MSRP $535

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Seiko Monster

MSRP $550

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At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Semi Skeleton40mm

Monster42.4mm

Power Reserve

Semi Skeleton50h

Monster41h

Water Resistance

Semi Skeleton50m

Monster200m

MSRP

Semi Skeleton$535

Monster$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal

—

Hardlex

AR Coating

—

Dial Color

White

—

Lume

None

LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

F6F42

Seiko 4R36

Power Reserve

50h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$535

$550

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