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Sugess Seestern S382 ClassicvsVario Futurist

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Seestern S382 Classic
SugessSeestern S382 Classic
MSRP $199
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seestern S382 Classic38mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Seestern S382 Classic40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Seestern S382 Classic50m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Seestern S382 Classic$199
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
9.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Blue
Purple

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ST1701
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$199
$648

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What people say

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Sugess Seestern S382 Classic

Owners widely praise the Sugess Seestern S382 38mm Classic for its thin 9.5mm case and German Bauhaus aesthetic, with many finding its design appealing and its lume surprisingly good. The Sea-Gull 1701 automatic movement is noted, offering a 35-hour power reserve and 5atm water resistance, and sapphire crystals are standard. Some owners find the blue-grey or dark blue dials stunning, and one owner prefers its longer hands to a Sugess alternative. However, some owners report the lugs feel long for the 38mm case, making it wear larger on smaller wrists, and one owner noted a gap between the band and case. The included strap is also considered a mismatch by some, and while the dial is described as airy blue, it can appear silver. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Seestern S382 38mm Classic highly for its thin profile and Bauhaus design at its price point.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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