Furlan Marri MechaquartzvsRiley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer 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

Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph at true scale

Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Thickness

11.5mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$661

$441

lowest

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko VK64

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
21mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Taupe
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$661
$441
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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.

Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph for its attractive design, often compared to Farer for its quirky colors, and its smooth sweeping hands powered by the Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its good value, with a sapphire crystal and a 40mm case size contributing to its appeal at approximately $180. Some owners find the 12mm thickness and the included strap to be minor drawbacks, with plans to replace the strap, and one commenter disliked the casual font, deeming it inconsistent with the chronograph text. Opinions are split on the 24-hour subdial, with some seeing it as a deal-breaker while others appreciate the overall package. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph highly for its striking aesthetics and excellent value proposition.