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Straton Straton Curve Chrono MKIIvsSeiko Diamond Collection

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Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099
Diamond Collection
SeikoDiamond Collection
MSRP $475
What people say

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Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Seiko Diamond Collection

Owners widely praise the Seiko Diamond Collection for its stunning beauty, particularly highlighting the 14 diamonds and the captivating mother-of-pearl dial, which reviewers note is difficult to photograph accurately. The watch is frequently cited as offering excellent value for its fit and finish, with specific features like sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance contributing to its appeal. One owner reports great durability and accuracy, with a solar charging reserve, though notes that the gold plating on the bracelet shows some fading from desk work. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Diamond Collection highly for its dazzling aesthetics and perceived value.

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Diamond Collection27mm
Power Reserve
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Diamond Collection40h
Water Resistance
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
Diamond Collection50m
MSRP
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099
Diamond Collection$475

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
27mm
Thickness
13.9mm
7.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Stamped Design with Wheel
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
NE86
V137
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$475
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