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Alsta SuperautomaticvsOrient Star Modern Skeleton

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Alsta Superautomatic

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Alsta Superautomatic's excellent retro 70s dive watch design, with a strong connection to the movie Jaws. The contrasting case finishes and dial build quality are well-regarded, and the comfortable Tropic strap is a plus. However, the watch is considered egregiously overpriced at MSRP, with some noting a Seiko NH35 movement and stamped clasp as disappointing for the price. The bezel lacks lume, and one reviewer criticized the bracelet's poor detailing and less crisp machining. The Alsta Superautomatic is seen as a fun summer piece around $500-600, oozing 70s cool. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Alsta Superautomatic highly for its vintage-inspired design and Jaws movie connection, despite significant price concerns at MSRP.

From video reviewers

The Alsta Superautomatic offers excellent value for its price point. Reviewers noted that the lume is on par with Seiko.

Orient Star Modern Skeleton

The Orient Star Modern Skeleton's 70-hour power reserve and silicon escape wheel are highlighted as key strengths. No shared weaknesses were identified across the reviews.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superautomatic38mm
Modern Skeleton41mm
Power Reserve
Superautomatic38h
Modern Skeleton50h
Water Resistance
Superautomatic300m
Modern Skeleton100m
MSRP
Superautomatic$1,435
Modern Skeleton$600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Finish
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Orient F6F44
Power Reserve
38h
50h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,435
$600
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