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Massena LAB Archetype 1.0vsMassena LAB Dato-Racer

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Archetype 1.0
Massena LABArchetype 1.0
MSRP $4,250
Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Archetype 1.042mm
Dato-Racer40mm
Power Reserve
Archetype 1.058h
Dato-Racer38h
Water Resistance
Archetype 1.0100m
Dato-Racer50m
MSRP
Archetype 1.0$4,250
Dato-Racer$1,595

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
10.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Champagne
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW510 BH M Elaboré
SW400-1
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
58h
38h
Jewels
23
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,250
$1,595

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What people say

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Massena LAB Archetype 1.0

Owners find the Massena LAB Archetype 1.1's dial visually appealing with blue and gold accents, but also too cluttered with multiple dial rings. The Sellita SW510 BH M Elaboré movement is considered solid, though not top-tier. The $5,000 price point for a microbrand using a serial movement is questioned by some owners. On balance, owners are split on the Massena LAB Archetype 1.1, with some appreciating its aesthetic and movement while others find the dial too busy and the price point high for a microbrand.

Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

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