Orient Kamasu vs Seiko SKX013
Both are dive watches in the mid tier. In short: the Orient Kamasu has a sapphire crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear. The Orient Kamasu is automatic, 200m water resistance, 41.8mm, sapphire crystal; the Seiko SKX013 is automatic, 200m water resistance, 38mm, hardlex crystal.
| Spec | Orient Kamasu | Seiko SKX013 |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | Automatic | Automatic |
| Water resistance | 200m | 200m |
| Case size | 41.8mm | 38mm |
| Crystal | sapphire | hardlex |
| Style | Dive | Dive |
| Price tier | Mid | Mid |
Which should you buy?
The Orient Kamasu has a sapphire crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear.
Where to buy
Orient KamasuSee price on AmazonCheck price
Seiko SKX013See price on AmazonCheck price
FAQ
What's the difference between the Orient Kamasu and the Seiko SKX013?
Both are dive watches in the mid tier. The Orient Kamasu is automatic, 200m water resistance, 41.8mm, sapphire crystal; the Seiko SKX013 is automatic, 200m water resistance, 38mm, hardlex crystal.
Which is better value, the Orient Kamasu or the Seiko SKX013?
Both sit in the mid tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.
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