Alexander Shorokhoff Karo 3vsManufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic

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Measurements
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Karo 3

Ultramatic
Diameter
43.5mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14.4mm
13.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
42h
highest
40h
MSRP
$2,143
$1,599
lowest
Movement
Manual
Peacock 5211
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Alexander Shorokhoff Karo 3 is praised for its visually striking and whimsical design, featuring brilliant colors and shapes, with reviewers highlighting its mother-of-pearl dial and orange and blue rehaut with 24-hour markings as a favorite bright, summery aesthetic. The watch utilizes a manual-wind movement with a 40-hour power reserve and a mechanical alarm. Overall, reviewers rate the Alexander Shorokhoff Karo 3 highly for its unique and cohesive color combination and distinctive design.
Owners widely praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic's visual appeal and the Peacock 5211 manual-wind movement, which is reported to look and run well, keeping good time. However, some owners criticize the excessive dial text and the bracelet's fit. The value proposition is considered questionable by some, particularly when compared to more affordable alternatives with similar Chinese movements. On balance, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic positively for its attractive design and reliable movement, though dial text and bracelet fit are points of contention.
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