Revelot Gentus 40MMvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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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.

Gentus 40MM

Presage Cocktail Time
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$390
lowest
$475
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko 4R35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners find the Revelot Gentus 40MM a fun and substantial watch to wear, with the 40mm case size fitting smaller wrists well. Some owners note sharp edges on the bracelet's center links and that the watch feels a bit heavy. Finding aftermarket straps for the 40mm Gentus is difficult, as the brand primarily offers straps for quartz models and leather requires custom work. Overall, owners appreciate the substantial feeling of the Revelot Gentus 40MM, despite minor bracelet finishing and strap availability concerns.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with many appreciating its size and design. The 4Rxx movement is reported to keep good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. Some owners note the lack of a sapphire crystal and occasional price concerns, though many feel it competes favorably with significantly more expensive watches. One owner specifically praises the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, while finding the case design uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial aesthetics and value proposition.
The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.
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