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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special EditionvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition42.5mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition41h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition$375
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
42.5mm
37mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R36
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$428

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What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition is praised for its faithful homage to the iconic SKX design, with owners appreciating its aesthetics. Some find the specifications are considered inferior to alternatives, and one enthusiast suggests removing "AUTOMATIC" from the dial. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from -5 to -8 seconds per day. Overall, owners view the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition positively for its iconic design and value as a homage piece.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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