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Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 vs Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU

Both are dress watches in the upper tier. In short: the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 takes more water (100m) — the one to pick if you swim. The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 is automatic, 100m water resistance, 39.3mm, sapphire crystal; the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU is automatic, 50m water resistance, 41mm, sapphire crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

SpecSeiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
Water resistance100m50m
Case size39.3mm41mm
Crystalsapphiresapphire
StyleDressDress
Price tierUpperUpper

Which should you buy?

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 takes more water (100m) — the one to pick if you swim.

Where to buy

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167See price on AmazonCheck price

Orient Star Contemporary RE-AUSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 and the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU?
Both are dress watches in the upper tier. The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 is automatic, 100m water resistance, 39.3mm, sapphire crystal; the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU is automatic, 50m water resistance, 41mm, sapphire crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 or the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU?
The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167, rated 100m, versus 50m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB167 or the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU?
Both sit in the upper tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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