Armand Nicolet L15 A780AAAvsLimes DayDate S . LS

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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.

Armand Nicolet L15 A780AAA at true scale

L15 A780AAA

Limes DayDate S . LS at true scale

DayDate S . LS

Diameter

39mm

40.5mm

Thickness

10mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$5,814

n/a

Movement

AN0703A

ETA 2834-2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silvered with nickel indexes and hands
Silver

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
AN0703A
ETA 2834-2

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,814
n/a
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Reviews

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

Armand Nicolet L15 A780AAA

Owners widely praise the Armand Nicolet L15 A780AAA's case finishing, with crisp printing and well-executed alternating brushed and polished surfaces. The guilloché dial and handless display are noted as unique and conversation-starting features. One owner highlights the watch's high polish, textured off-white dial, excellent build quality, and accuracy. The modified AN0703A movement is seen as a point of interest, though some note it is also used in less expensive alternatives. The 39mm case size is generally considered wearable, though one owner expressed a preference for 42mm. Some owners report reliability and service issues, while others find the brand to be a good value when purchased at a substantial discount. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Armand Nicolet L15 A780AAA well for its distinctive dial and case finishing, particularly when acquired at a discounted price.

Limes DayDate S . LS

Owners widely praise the Limes DayDate S . LS for its precise dials featuring a day-date display, guilloché patterns, blued Breguet hands, and Roman numerals, all presented in a refined 40.5mm case with stepped lugs and coin-edge sides. The watch is also recognized for its originality and value, with one owner noting a manufacturing delay. Overall, owners rate the Limes DayDate S . LS highly for its detailed dial work and refined case design at an affordable price.

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