Seiko Presage Cocktail TimevsVaer C1 Ceremony Quartz
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Measurements
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Presage Cocktail Time

C1 Ceremony Quartz
Diameter
40.5mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$475
$349
lowest
Movement
Seiko 4R35
Quartz
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with many appreciating its size and design. The 4Rxx movement is reported to keep good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. Some owners note the lack of a sapphire crystal and occasional price concerns, though many feel it competes favorably with significantly more expensive watches. One owner specifically praises the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, while finding the case design uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial aesthetics and value proposition.
The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.
Owners widely praise the Vaer C1 Ceremony Quartz for its excellent finishing, which some consider the best within the brand's offerings. Its 36mm case is frequently highlighted as offering perfect dimensions and a dress watch sweet spot, contributing to a thinner profile due to its quartz movement. The dial work is described as phenomenal, and the watch is lauded for its clarity and accuracy, making it a practical choice. One owner notes the premium Jubilee bracelet is included, while another mentions availability with a Horween leather strap. The price is considered a steal by one owner. However, one owner expresses a desire for a sweeping seconds hand, finding the standard quartz "tick" less stately. Overall, owners rate the Vaer C1 Ceremony Quartz highly for its exceptional finishing and ideal 36mm sizing at the price.
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