Oris Oris X Cervo VolantevsFrederique Constant Manufacture Classic Date
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Measurements
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Oris X Cervo Volante
Manufacture Classic Date
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
11.8mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$2,600
lowest
$3,495
Movement
Oris 754
Frederique Constant FC-706
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Oris X Cervo Volante's 38mm case size as ideal, with one owner finding it perfect after deeming a 40mm version too large. The Cervo Volante deer leather strap is also described as fantastic. However, some find the domed crystal and pointer date function make the watch appear thicker and the date harder to read. The OEM strap is noted as stiff with a loose keeper, and a bracelet option for the 38mm case is unavailable. The Oris X Cervo Volante uses the automatic Oris 754 movement. Overall, owners rate the Oris X Cervo Volante highly for its comfortable 38mm sizing and unique deer leather strap.
The Oris x Cervo Volante features a unique and evocative dial, with burnt maple and fumé options that capture the essence of a Canadian autumn and shift from a darker brown to a lighter brown as the light catches it. The watch's sustainable deer leather strap is also a notable feature. However, the lume is somewhat underwhelming, particularly considering the watch's price point, and the lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not be ideal for those with smaller wrists.
The Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Date is widely praised for its value, offering an in-house movement at an accessible price point. Owners and reviewers highlight its clean, elegant, and wearable design, with particular appreciation for the refined dial and attractive Roman numerals. Some owners consider it a favorite, praising the machining and overall quality. However, the date window placement is noted by one owner as unbalanced, and the watch's dimensions, specifically its thickness, are considered by some reviewers to be slightly too large for a dress watch, making it difficult to wear with shirt cuffs. The movement finishing is described as merely "okay" by one source, and another notes that overall finishing, printing, and applied hour markers indicate its budget positioning.
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