Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0043 AutomaticvsSeiko Essentials Quartz
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Measurements
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Söhne SP0043 Automatic
Essentials Quartz
Diameter
37mm
34mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
41.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11mm
8.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$248
lowest
$315
Movement
Miyota 8215
Seiko 6N42
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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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