Seiko Presage Style60'svsZelos Comet 39

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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 Presage Style60's at true scale

Presage Style60's

Zelos Comet 39 at true scale

Comet 39

Diameter

39.5mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.2mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

7.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$715

lowest

$2,499

Movement

Seiko 4R72

ETA/Peseux 7001

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Tantalum LE
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R72
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$715
$2,499
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Reviews

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

Seiko Presage Style60's

The Seiko Presage Style60's is praised for its charming vintage aesthetic, featuring a box-shaped crystal, faceted indexes, and applied details, all presented in an accessible price range. Reviewers highlight the smaller 39.5mm case size and comfortable new bracelet on certain models as particularly pleasing. However, the claimed accuracy of +45/-35 seconds per day for the 4R35 movement is noted as a potential drawback. The fixed 60-minute bezel is considered a stylistic element rather than a functional one. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Style60's highly for its attractive retro design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The retro-inspired design and vintage cues are a significant strength. Reviewers questioned the value proposition at the $525 price point.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its 39mm size, considered perfect for dress or casual wear, and its attractive dial with deep starburst effects and a blend of modern and vintage charm. The manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement contributes to a thin profile under 10mm, and the winding action is described as a joy. The watch is also noted for its good lume and wearability, with short lug-to-lug distance. Some owners express frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner dislikes the logo, calling it childlike. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent wearability and attractive dial at its price point.