AV86 1954 Capri MechanicalvsVario 1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume Watch


Ref. 1918-trench-black-dial-with-orange-lume·MSRP $388
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Measurements
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1954 Capri Mechanical

1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume Watch
Diameter
33mm
37mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Thickness
n/a
10mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$425
$388
lowest
Movement
Manual
Miyota 82S5
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners appreciate the vintage design and manual-winding mechanical movement of the AV86 1954 Capri Mechanical, with one owner finding the 33mm case size suitable for a 6.75-inch wrist. Some community members express hesitation regarding the price point for a Seagull movement and customer service. On balance, owners value the AV86 1954 Capri Mechanical for its attractive vintage aesthetic and mechanical operation.
Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume Watch for its authentic vintage aesthetic, which evokes a genuine WW1 feel. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent legibility, with large numerals and cathedral hands facilitating quick time-telling. The watch is considered a strong value proposition, offering a quality build and appealing design at a fair price. One owner notes the brand acknowledges that the orange lume choice results in weaker illumination. The 37mm case size and wire lugs contribute to its wearability. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume Watch highly for its vintage charm and legibility at the price.
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