Seiko 5KXvsSugess Seestern S407-600T V3

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Seiko 5KX at true scale

5KX

Sugess Seestern S407-600T V3 at true scale

Seestern S407-600T V3

Diameter

42.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

13.4mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$350

$200

lowest

Movement

Seiko 4R36

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.4mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R36
n/a
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$200
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Seiko 5KX

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5KX for its strong lume and value, with many reporting accuracy within +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some experience +/-1 second. The 42.5mm case is noted to wear smaller, and the watch offers a comfortable feel for many. Some owners are split on the bracelet quality, with opinions ranging from "cheaper side" with hollow links to "flimsy-feeling" jubilee. A few quality control issues have been reported, including a failed bezel clickspring and misaligned components. The Seiko 5KX is seen by some as a worthy successor to the original SKX, offering an upgraded movement with hacking and hand-winding capabilities, though others lament the loss of ISO certification and a screw-down crown. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5KX highly for its excellent lume and value proposition, making it a popular choice for everyday wear.

Sugess Seestern S407-600T V3

Owners widely praise the Sugess Seestern S407-600T V3's impeccable finishing, with one owner calling it rock-solid after four months of wear and another noting the brand offers great value. Some owners find the clasp unimpressive, mirroring another brand's design, and one owner notes the watch is not very strap-friendly. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Seestern S407-600T V3 highly for its exceptional finishing and value at its price point.