Seiko King Seiko KSKvsSpecht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic
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Measurements
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King Seiko KSK
Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic
Diameter
38.3mm
37mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
11.7mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
72h
highest
42h
MSRP
$2,000
$248
lowest
Movement
Seiko 6R55
Miyota 8215
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Seiko King Seiko KSK's confident, harmonious mid-century design and sharply faceted case with Zaratsu polished surfaces. Some owners note the caseback and clasp screws can be misaligned, though others dismiss these as minor issues. The watch is described as a daytime-only piece due to a lack of lume, and the hidden butterfly clasp is considered unintuitive by one reviewer. Accuracy is reported as +25 to -15 seconds per day, which some find lacking for the price. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the King Seiko KSK's design and finishing but express concerns regarding the movement and accuracy at its price point.
The Zaratsu polished facets and indexes are a strong point, replicating the original design. Reviewers questioned the high price point of the reissue.
The Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic is noted for its "bling" aesthetic, which some enthusiasts find appealing. It includes a zippered case and a link removal tool. Owners report a significant delay in shipping and issues with customer service email deliverability when ordering directly from the website. The automatic version was purchased, with the quartz version priced around $74 USD. The watch is described as an Oris homage rather than a Tank watch. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic positively for its distinctive aesthetic and included accessories, despite shipping and customer service concerns.
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