Arcanaut Arc II – Fordite 'Scar Face Todd'vsSartory Billard SB04-E

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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.

Arcanaut Arc II – Fordite 'Scar Face Todd' at true scale

Arc II – Fordite 'Scar Face Todd'

Sartory Billard SB04-E at true scale

SB04-E

Diameter

40.5mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

n/a

10.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

68h

68h

MSRP

$4,501

$3,609

lowest

Movement

La Joux-Perret G101

La Joux-Perret G101

Case

6 specs
Category
n/a
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
n/a
10.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Micro-blasted
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
68h
68h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,501
$3,609
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Reviews

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

Arcanaut Arc II – Fordite 'Scar Face Todd'

Owners and reviewers praise the Arcanaut Arc II – Fordite 'Scar Face Todd' for its unique, handmade dial crafted from Fordite, offering a visually fascinating and one-of-a-kind aesthetic. The Scandinavian minimalist case design is also a highlight, described as restrained and angular. However, legibility is consistently flagged as poor due to the lack of hour markers and skeletonized hands, making precise time-reading difficult. The watch features a 40.5mm case and 100m water resistance, with a movement offering a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Arcanaut Arc II – Fordite 'Scar Face Todd' highly for its artistic dial and distinctive design, despite its legibility challenges.

Sartory Billard SB04-E

Owners widely praise the Sartory Billard SB04-E for its impressive and deep dials, with specific mentions of the 12 Soleil pattern and the Exquisite Blue Guilloché appearing to move like water in the light. Reviewers highlight its sensible 39.5mm size and 100m water resistance, noting the overall composition looks more expensive than its price. One owner points out slightly sharp edges on the caseback and suggests a more domed crystal. The watch utilizes the La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sartory Billard SB04-E highly for its unique dial work and value proposition.