Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0011 QuartzvsSeiko Essentials Quartz
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Measurements
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Söhne SP0011 Quartz

Essentials Quartz
Diameter
34mm
34mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
41.5mm
lowest
Thickness
8.6mm
8.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
$134
lowest
$315
Movement
Seiko VH31
Seiko 6N42
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0011 Quartz for its thin profile, a direct benefit of its Seiko VH31 quartz movement, and its attractive appearance. The watch is considered well-made for its price, with acceptable finishing and no sharp edges, though one owner noted tight bracelet pins. Some users find the "blingy" aesthetic appealing, while others dislike the "Geneva" text on automatic versions or the dust-attracting strap on the quartz model, which also experiences a day change at 10 PM. On balance, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0011 Quartz highly for its thinness and value, satisfying the desire for a specific style at a low price point.
Owners widely appreciate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its lightweight wearability, making it suitable for daily activity. One owner notes the watch’s attractive grey market price. However, opinions differ on the dial color, with one commenter preferring a black dial over the dark greenish hue. The Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) features quartz reliability and a capped pinion detail. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its wearability and value.
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