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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive modelvsVario 1918 Medic Brass

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1918 Medic Brass
Vario1918 Medic Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model42.5mm
1918 Medic Brass40mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model41h
1918 Medic Brass40h
Water Resistance
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model100m
1918 Medic Brass100m
MSRP
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model$430
1918 Medic Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
42.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R36
Seiko NH38A
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$430
$388

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What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model

Owners widely praise the 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition for its translucent indigo dial, spinning day/date wheels, Kanji day display, and exceptionally smooth bezel action, finding it unique without being gaudy. One owner highlights the premium NATO strap and denim-inspired design, while others note its appeal with blue jeans and a resemblance to other denim-themed watches. The 4R36 movement powers the watch, offering a 41-hour power reserve. However, one reviewer found the overall execution crude and the nylon strap a dissonant element, suggesting a different platform would have been more suitable. Some owners also note the watch is a bit large. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition for its distinctive denim-inspired aesthetic and unique dial features.

Vario 1918 Medic Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Medic Brass for its crisp enamel dial, easy-to-read numerals, and cathedral hands, noting the brass case develops an attractive patina over time. However, the soft brass scratches easily, and one owner found the lume to be poor. Accuracy varies, with one example running slow by about 10 seconds per day and another owner deeming the Miyota 82s5 movement just okay. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Medic Brass highly for its unique dial and the evolving character of its brass case.

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