Furlan Marri MechaquartzvsMovado BOLD Quest Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Furlan Marri Mechaquartz at true scale

Mechaquartz

Movado BOLD Quest Chronograph at true scale

BOLD Quest Chronograph

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Thickness

11.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$661

lowest

$995

Movement

Seiko VK64

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
K1
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Taupe
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
n/a
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$661
$995
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Furlan Marri Mechaquartz

Owners widely praise the Furlan Marri Mechaquartz for its vintage-inspired 38mm case and excellent finishing, with stepped case and dial details noted as captivating. Some owners find the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement's 24-hour subdial to be useless, while others appreciate the brand's craftsmanship and unique dial materials like meteorite. The watch features 50m water resistance and a domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coatings. Opinions are split on the value proposition, with some viewing Furlan Marri as an overpriced homage brand and others defending the pricing for its design and finishing. Overall, owners rate the Furlan Marri Mechaquartz highly for its captivating vintage design and impressive finishing at its price point.

Movado BOLD Quest Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Movado BOLD Quest Chronograph's unique design, with one owner specifically liking the futuristic case shape and integrated bracelet, and another highlighting the navy blue dial. Some owners find the gold tone appealing and consider the watch over alternatives, appreciating its uniqueness and brand heritage. However, one owner notes that an all-black variant suffers from poor legibility, with only the hands being easily visible against the dial. The Movado BOLD Quest Chronograph is considered overpriced by some, with one user suggesting a value of no more than $250 despite liking the design. On balance, owners appreciate the Movado BOLD Quest Chronograph's distinctive aesthetic, though legibility concerns exist for certain colorways and value is debated.

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