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

30mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

39.5mm

Thickness

6.4mm

lowest

7mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

n/a

$350

Movement

Quartz

Seiko 6N01

Case

5 specs
Diameter
28mm
30mm
Thickness
6.4mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
39.5mm
Lug Width
14mm
8mm
Material
Stainless Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 6N01

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$350
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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

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its excellent value and suitability as a first watch, noting the low maintenance and accuracy of quartz movements. One owner highlights the sapphire crystal as a notable feature for its price point. Some users find the dark greenish dial less impressive than a black alternative. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its exceptional value and practicality.

From video reviewers

The watch offers 100M water resistance at its price point.