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Venezianico Arsenale 37vsOak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01

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Venezianico Arsenale 37

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Venezianico Arsenale 37 for its superb execution and value, highlighting its thin 8.95mm case and excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price. The dynamic dial, featuring Côtes de Genève, is noted as a positive design element. Some owners desire a smaller diameter and half links for the bracelet, and the strap-changing mechanism is described as difficult. One reviewer points out the lack of lume and visible screws fastening the bracelet, while another notes the seconds hand can become invisible under certain lighting conditions. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale 37 highly for its impressive finishing and thin case at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact 37mm case is a notable strength, fitting almost every wrist perfectly. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug length, with some finding it too short and others not mentioning it as an issue.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01

Owners widely praise Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 for its exceptional finishing, comfortable bracelet, and smooth movement. The dial designs are a frequent point of admiration, with specific appreciation for the white, navy, and gray variants, as well as the orange seconds hand. The watch is considered fairly priced at around $1.5k and is noted for its versatility and "soul." On balance, owners rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 highly for its overall quality, design, and the brand's customer service.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arsenale 3737mm
The Olmsted ExP-0138mm
Power Reserve
Arsenale 37
The Olmsted ExP-0142h
Water Resistance
Arsenale 3750m
The Olmsted ExP-01100m
MSRP
Arsenale 37$985
The Olmsted ExP-01$1,775

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
9mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.1mm
44.9mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Heat-treated Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$985
$1,775
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