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Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel DialvsVario Futurist

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Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial35.9mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial72h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial50m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial$1,600
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
35.9mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R5H
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,600
$648

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What people say

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Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial

The Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial is praised for its balanced feel and fluid, vintage aesthetic, with reviewers highlighting its flawless enamel dial featuring painted Roman numerals and slender blued steel hands. The in-house calibre 6R5H and 6R55 movements provide a 72-hour power reserve, and the watch offers 100 meters of water resistance. However, one reviewer noted a perceived lack of connection to its Japanese silk fabric inspiration, and the US$950 starting price reflects recent Seiko price increases. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial highly for its beautiful enamel dial and vintage aesthetic 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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