Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain DialvsTowson Watch Co Classic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial at true scale

Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial

Towson Watch Co Classic at true scale

Classic

Diameter

40.6mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.1mm

n/a

Thickness

12.5mm

10.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

72h

n/a

MSRP

$1,900

lowest

$8,200

Movement

Seiko 6R5H

ETA/Unitas 6498

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.6mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.1mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
n/a
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R5H
ETA/Unitas 6498
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,900
$8,200
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Reviews

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Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial for its unique, beautiful, and tasteful porcelain dial, a testament to Japanese craftsmanship. Reviewers highlight the dial's depth, lustre, and subtle tinges, noting it offers more character than comparable enamel dials. Some owners find the 40.6mm case size and 12.4mm to 14.1mm thickness substantial for a dress watch, while others appreciate the value proposition under $2,000 for the artisanal effort. The Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Arita Porcelain Dial is highly regarded for its exceptional dial work and craftsmanship at its price point.

Towson Watch Co Classic

Owners widely praise the Towson Watch Co CLASSIC for its sterling silver guilloché dial, hand-applied by Jochen Benzinger, and its skeletonized, gold and platinum plated ETA/Unitas 6498 movement. The build quality is considered excellent for the price, with owners receiving compliments on the watch. Some owners describe the 42mm case as appealingly large and thick, though one source notes a second edition measures 40x44mm with a 13.5mm height. Pricing is considered competitive against brands of similar quality, with one owner calling it a "quietly awesome watch" and not regretting the $850 purchase. Overall, owners rate the Towson Watch Co CLASSIC highly for its unique dial craftsmanship and value as an accessible American mechanical watch.

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