Autran & Viala Plano Weimar SvsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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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.

Autran & Viala Plano Weimar S at true scale

Plano Weimar S

Seiko Essentials Quartz at true scale

Essentials Quartz

Diameter

28mm

29.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

37mm

Thickness

6.4mm

lowest

8.2mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

n/a

$240

Movement

Quartz

Seiko 6N22

Case

5 specs
Diameter
28mm
29.8mm
Thickness
6.4mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
37mm
Material
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 6N22

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$240
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Reviews

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

Autran & Viala Plano Weimar S

Owners widely praise the Autran & Viala Plano Weimar S for its slim 7mm case, stepped dial, and well-integrated date window, noting it feels high-quality in person. However, a significant criticism is the crooked black dial alignment, and concerns are raised about the quality of the Milanese bracelet. The watch uses a Swiss Ronda quartz movement and is priced around €110. On balance, owners rate the Autran & Viala Plano Weimar S highly for its elegant Bauhaus design and slim wearability, despite noted issues with dial alignment.

Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) is praised for its lightweight wearability, versatile design, and overall value, with owners appreciating its SARB-style hands and case shape. Some owners note that the seconds and minute hands do not always align perfectly with the markers, and the bracelet is criticized for thin end links and limited micro-adjustment. One owner prefers the quartz model for its comfort and value, while another highlights the gold tone as a positive for a business-casual watch. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its comfortable thinness and attractive dial finishing at an affordable price.

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