Massena LAB Archetype 1.0vsDumoreau Monopusher Chronograph
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Measurements
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Archetype 1.0
Monopusher Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
58h
63h
highest
MSRP
$4,250
n/a
Movement
Sellita SW510
Sellita SW510
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Massena LAB Archetype 1.1 is described as having a visually appealing dial with blue and gold accents, though some owners find it too busy with multiple dial rings. The Sellita SW510 BH M Elaboré movement is recognized as solid. Owners question the $5,000 price tag for a microbrand using a serial movement. Overall, owners are split on the Massena LAB Archetype 1.1, with some finding its dial too cluttered and its price point questionable for a microbrand.
Owners widely praise the Dumoreau Monopusher Chronograph for its thinness and attractive finishing on the manual-wind Sellita SW510 movement, with the blue dial variant noted as a limited edition feature. One owner finds the £1,250 price tag too high, seeking alternatives in a lower price bracket. Overall, owners appreciate the Dumoreau Monopusher Chronograph's refined finishing and wearability, though some question its value proposition at the current price point.
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