Seiko King TurtlevsTSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black

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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 King Turtle at true scale

King Turtle

TSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black at true scale

Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black

Diameter

45mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.7mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

13.2mm

lowest

13.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

41h

highest

40h

MSRP

$650

$650

Movement

Seiko 4R36

Miyota 9015

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
43mm
Thickness
13.2mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.7mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R36
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
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Reviews

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

Seiko King Turtle

Seiko King Turtle is widely praised for its excellent value and robust design, featuring the reliable 4R36 movement. Owners appreciate its superior lume and a bezel action described as smoother and more precise than some siblings. The 45mm cushion case, while substantial, wears smaller than expected due to its shape and short lug-to-lug distance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko King Turtle highly for its proven design and overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The King Turtle's ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal are significant upgrades. Reviewers noted a slight price increase for these features.

TSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black

Owners widely praise the TSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black for its superb fit and finish at its price point, with many finding the sunray dial and bronze case a striking combination. The watch is considered excellent value, with one owner noting it as a bargain under $400 and another at $900. The 43mm case wears well due to its thickness and case profile, and the 2 o'clock crown avoids wrist digging. Reviewers note the bezel tension is tight and the date aperture cutout edges appear inelegant. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +12 seconds per day and another +3 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black highly for its unique design and build quality at its price.