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Sartory Billard SB05vsSeiko Presage Classic Series

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Presage Classic Series
SeikoPresage Classic Series
MSRP $950

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0538.5mm
Presage Classic Series36mm
Power Reserve
SB0590h
Presage Classic Series72h
Water Resistance
SB0550m
Presage Classic Series100m
MSRP
SB05
Presage Classic Series$950

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
36mm
Thickness
8.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
41.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
LJP Cal. 7380
6R51
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
90h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

Seiko Presage Classic Series

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is widely praised for its sublime dial and hand finishing, with textured dials inspired by silk and elegantly curved hands. Owners and reviewers highlight the value proposition under $1,000, the comfortable wearability due to case proportions and slim appearance, and the robust 100m water resistance on several models. The 72-hour power reserve from the 6R51 or 6R55 automatic movements is a consistent positive note. However, one owner criticizes the pin and collar bracelet system as awful, and the 24-hour subdial is noted as potentially annoying by another. Accuracy figures for the 6R55 movement range from +25/-15 seconds per day to within -15/+25 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series highly for its exquisite dial work and strong value at its price point.

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