Ajwain Watches Sholavaram IIIvsCasio EFB-730D

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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.

Ajwain Watches Sholavaram III at true scale

Sholavaram III

Casio EFB-730D at true scale

EFB-730D

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

47mm

Thickness

13.5mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

45h

n/a

MSRP

$395

$165

lowest

Movement

Seagull ST1901

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
11mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
No
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST1901
n/a
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
45h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$165
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Reviews

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Ajwain Watches Sholavaram III

Owners widely praise the Ajwain Watches Sholavaram III for its black enamel dial with gold indices, which is compared to Seiko enamel, and its high-quality leather strap at a $350 price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and one owner considers it a core collection piece. The Seagull ST1901 movement is a point of discussion, with some owners viewing it less favorably than Japanese movements, while others highlight its swan neck regulator and consider it a mesmerizing feature. One owner prefers the original white dial variant for its applied indices over the alternative's printed indices. On balance, owners rate the Ajwain Watches Sholavaram III highly for its attractive enamel dial and quality strap at its price.

Casio EFB-730D

Owners widely praise the Casio EFB-730D for its 40mm size, which is considered perfect for smaller to medium wrists and versatile for strap changes with its 20mm lug width. The subtle sunburst blue dial is noted as classy and better in person than in photos, and the overall finish is considered quite good for the price. Some owners find the constantly running central seconds hand impractical, while others appreciate its straightforward Casio quartz reliability and value around $150. One owner reported the second hand sticking on the minute hand, and another found the 47mm lug-to-lug measurement wore larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Casio EFB-730D highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive design at the price point.

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