Cincinnati Watch Company PhantomvsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom at true scale

Phantom

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial at true scale

Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial

Diameter

38mm

40.6mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

lowest

49.1mm

Thickness

10.2mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

45h

72h

highest

MSRP

$1,995

$1,900

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Seiko 6R5H

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40.6mm
Thickness
10.2mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
49.1mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko 6R5H
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
72h
Jewels
18
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$1,900
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Reviews

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Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom's terrific ice blue dial and manual-wind movement. Accuracy is reported at -2 seconds per day, and the watch is considered easy to read and attention-grabbing. However, some owners find the crown too small and difficult to wind, with opinions split on whether the quality justifies the price. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom highly for its striking dial and enjoyable manual-wind experience, despite some concerns about crown usability and value.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial for its unique, beautiful, and tasteful porcelain dial, a testament to Japanese craftsmanship. Reviewers highlight the dial's depth, lustre, and subtle tinges, noting it offers more character than comparable enamel dials. Some owners find the 40.6mm case size and 12.4mm to 14.1mm thickness substantial for a dress watch, while others appreciate the value proposition under $2,000 for the artisanal effort. The Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial is highly regarded for its exceptional dial work and craftsmanship at its price point.

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