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Rolex DatejustvsSeiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

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Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $9,350
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)
SeikoEssentials Quartz (Ladies)
MSRP $315
What people say

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Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its versatility, robust elegance, and timeless design, with many appreciating its ability to transition seamlessly from casual to formal settings. Reviewers highlight its historical significance as a pioneer of the automatically changing date window and its innovative Oyster waterproof case. Some owners find the Jubilee bracelet exceptionally comfortable, and the aesthetic variety of configurations, particularly two-tone variants with champagne or black dials, is frequently admired. The 36mm size is often favored for its classic proportions and comfortable wearability. Some owners note that the polished surfaces and smooth bezel can be scratch magnets, and servicing is described as costly. While highly desirable, certain configurations like the fluted bezel with mint or blue dials on a Jubilee bracelet are difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, with wait times reported up to six months.

Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

Owners widely appreciate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its lightweight wearability, making it suitable for daily activity. One owner finds the watch beautiful for its grey market price, though another commenter expressed a preference for a black dial over the dark greenish hue. Concerns have been raised by an owner about the possibility of counterfeit Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) watches, questioning the likelihood for a relatively inexpensive model. On balance, owners value the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its comfortable wearability and attractive price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Datejust31mm
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)34mm
Power Reserve
Datejust55h
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)40h
Water Resistance
Datejust100m
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)100m
MSRP
Datejust$9,350
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)$315

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
31mm
34mm
Thickness
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
10mm
Material
White Rolesor
Stainless Steel
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Light Green
Black
Indices
Index
Applied
Lume
Chromalight
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
2236
6N42
Power Reserve
55h
40h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,350
$315
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