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Seiko Presage Cocktail TimevsSwatch Sistem Rosee

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What people say

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Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with the 4Rxx movement keeping good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. The watch is appreciated for its size and design, though some owners note the absence of a sapphire crystal and occasionally question the price, feeling it competes with significantly more expensive timepieces. One reviewer specifically praised the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, but found the case design uninspired. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its striking dial aesthetics and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.

Swatch Sistem Rosee

Owners widely praise the Swatch Sistem Rosee as a fun and worthwhile entry into automatic watches, appreciating its visible balance wheel and the value it offers. The automatic movement is noted as durable and designed for longevity, with a clutch to prevent overwinding. Some owners report accuracy within -12 seconds over seven days, while Swatch aims for -5/+15 seconds per day with a 90-hour power reserve. The watch's lume is described as poor, and the case is sealed and non-repairable, leading to concerns about longevity and repairability, with some viewing it as a disposable fashion watch. Overall, owners rate the Swatch Sistem Rosee highly for its accessible price point and automatic movement, despite its non-serviceable construction.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Presage Cocktail Time40.5mm
Sistem Rosee42mm
Power Reserve
Presage Cocktail Time41h
Sistem Rosee
Water Resistance
Presage Cocktail Time50m
Sistem Rosee30m
MSRP
Presage Cocktail Time$475
Sistem Rosee$285

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Mechanical
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
50.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Box
Dial Color
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R35
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
23
0
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$285
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