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Seiko Essentials QuartzvsYema Flygraf Pilot

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Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335
Flygraf Pilot
YemaFlygraf Pilot
MSRP $990

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Flygraf Pilot38.5mm
Power Reserve
Essentials Quartz40h
Flygraf Pilot40h
Water Resistance
Essentials Quartz100m
Flygraf Pilot100m
MSRP
Essentials Quartz$335
Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
38.9mm
38.5mm
Thickness
8.5mm
8.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
6N52
Sellita SW200
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$335
$990

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What people say

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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.

Yema Flygraf Pilot

Owners praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's legible Type A dial, functional industrial aesthetic, and wearable 39mm/40mm size. Some owners report concerns with Yema's customer service and quality control, while others find the in-house movement acceptable. The titanium case scratches more easily, and the bracelet's pin-and-collar system and long links are noted drawbacks. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Flygraf Pilot's design and wearability, though some express caution due to past quality control and customer service issues.

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