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Seiko Diamond CollectionvsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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Diamond Collection
SeikoDiamond Collection
MSRP $525
Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335
What people say

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Seiko Diamond Collection

The Seiko Diamond Collection is widely praised by owners for its stunning beauty, featuring 14 diamonds, a mother-of-pearl dial, and a two-tone color scheme. Reviewers note its dial is difficult to capture in photos and that its fit and finish suggest excellent value, especially when purchased on sale. One owner describes the gold plating on the bracelet showing some fading from desk work, and its gold tone may not suit all tastes. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Diamond Collection highly for its striking aesthetics and perceived value.

Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Diamond Collection30mm
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Power Reserve
Diamond Collection40h
Essentials Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Diamond Collection50m
Essentials Quartz100m
MSRP
Diamond Collection$525
Essentials Quartz$335

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
30mm
38.9mm
Thickness
6.3mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.5mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
5mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
7N01
6N52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$335
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