Aragon Armour SIIvsOrient FAA02008D9

Owners praise the Aragon Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic for its robust build, unique and bold dial colors, and the reliable, low-cost Seiko NH35 automatic movement. The movement is noted as an upgraded version of the 7S series, featuring hacking and hand-winding, and is advertised as a genuine "made in Japan" SII product. However, the watch's large, chunky 48mm case size and bold designs are polarizing, with one owner finding it too big and heavy for comfortable wear. The NH35 movement, while functional, is considered common in microbrand watches and generally not favored by enthusiasts compared to higher-end movements. On balance, owners rate the Aragon Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic positively for its fun, bold aesthetic and reliable movement at its price point, despite its substantial size.

The Orient FAA02008D9 is praised for its hands and dial, with owners finding it a versatile everyday and business-casual watch. One owner notes its $175 price point, while another considers its $230 price high compared to alternatives. The Pepsi bezel design is praised for its accurate representation of decompression minutes. One owner expressed concern about its mineral crystal. The D9 variant is recommended for US buyers to ensure warranty support. Overall, owners rate the Orient FAA02008D9 highly for its versatile design and dial at the price.