Alexander James Watches A3 Omen QuartzvsTimex Expedition Capstone 39mm Eco-Friendly Leather Strap Watch

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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.

Alexander James Watches A3 Omen Quartz at true scale

A3 Omen Quartz

Timex Expedition Capstone 39mm Eco-Friendly Leather Strap Watch at true scale

Expedition Capstone 39mm Eco-Friendly Leather Strap Watch

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

10.4mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$325

$139

lowest

Movement

Seiko VH31

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Field
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
10.4mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Low Lead Brass
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VH31
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$325
$139
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Reviews

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

Alexander James Watches A3 Omen Quartz

Owners widely praise the Alexander James A3 Omen Quartz for its exceptional value, with many citing the sapphire crystal and Seiko VH31 quartz movement as standout features for its price point. The sweeping second hand is a notable detail, and some owners find the dial's appearance in different lighting conditions captivating, particularly with the updated green crystal. Accuracy is reported within +/- 10 seconds per month, and the watch is considered a strong field watch contender. However, some find the full brand name on the dial to be tacky, and one owner noted the lume is splotchy and fades quickly, with the seconds hand not perfectly aligning with minute markers. On balance, owners rate the Alexander James A3 Omen Quartz highly for its impressive specifications and value at its price point, despite minor criticisms regarding dial text and lume application.

Timex Expedition Capstone 39mm Eco-Friendly Leather Strap Watch

Owners widely praise the Timex Expedition Capstone 39mm Eco-Friendly Leather Strap Watch for its attractive case design and comfortable wear, with some noting its resemblance to higher-end watches. The 39mm size is considered a good fit for smaller wrists, though one owner reports it wears larger. The quartz tick is described as quiet, and the lume fades quickly but still illuminates hands and numerals. The stock leather straps are generally considered stiff and of low quality, suggesting strap changes are recommended. The watch is seen as offering good value, especially when purchased on sale. Overall, owners rate the Timex Expedition Capstone 39mm Eco-Friendly Leather Strap Watch highly for its appealing design and wearability at its price point.