Anders & Co. Timepieces AC2 Volcán CharoitevsTimex Automatic 1983 E Line 34mm

The Anders & Co. Timepieces AC2 Volcán Charoite is lauded for its exceptionally thin 5.65mm case and the unique, striking charoite dial with its hypnotic swirling pattern. Owners and reviewers highlight the watch's comfortable wearability, facilitated by its 37mm cushion-shaped case and quartz Miyota 9T22 movement, which also contributes to an accessible price point. Some enthusiasts may prefer a mechanical movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Anders & Co. Timepieces AC2 Volcán Charoite highly for its unique dial and thin, comfortable case design at its price.

The Timex Automatic 1983 E Line 34mm is widely praised for its attractive, retro "TV Dial" design and comfortable wearability, particularly on smaller wrists. Owners appreciate its proportional, classy aesthetic, minimalist hands, and all-steel construction, with some highlighting the blue dial as a standout. The 34mm case, despite its diameter, wears larger due to a prominent box crystal, with some finding it closer to a 36-37mm feel, and one owner noted the non-adjustable band was slightly too large. The Miyota 8215 automatic movement is a point of contention, with some owners calling it rough, noisy, and a disappointment, while others note it keeps near-perfect time or feel it misses the point of the watch. The Timex Automatic 1983 E Line 34mm is considered good value at $240, with its design and comfortable fit being its strongest attributes.