Baume & Mercier Clifton Moon PhasevsSeestern MoonPhase Master Automatic S437-2

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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.

Baume & Mercier Clifton Moon Phase at true scale

Clifton Moon Phase

Seestern MoonPhase Master Automatic S437-2 at true scale

MoonPhase Master Automatic S437-2

Diameter

39mm

41mm

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

120h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$224

Movement

Automatic

Seagull ST2528

Case

2 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
12.25mm
13mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seagull ST2528
Power Reserve
120h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$224
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Reviews

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

Baume & Mercier Clifton Moon Phase

Owners widely praise the Baume & Mercier Clifton Moon Phase for its value and understated luxury, noting its tasteful dials and complications in a versatile 39mm case. Reviewers highlight the Baumatic movement for its five-day power reserve and accuracy, with some owners appreciating its thinness despite multiple complications. One owner notes the watch's impeccable craftsmanship and suitability for long-term ownership, while another finds the blue variant more elegant than its competitors. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Baume & Mercier Clifton Moon Phase highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

Seestern MoonPhase Master Automatic S437-2

Owners widely praise the Seestern MoonPhase Master Automatic S437-2 for its exceptionally bright BGW9 lume, described by one owner as glowing "like a lightsaber," and its legible sub-dial. The watch is noted for its attractive blue and gold dial, and the moon phase complication is appreciated as a visual feature. One owner reports an accuracy of +5 seconds per day with 285 amplitude, which is considered acceptable for the price and Seagull ST2528 movement. The Seestern S437-2 shares a design language with some luxury brands, with its moon phase models drawing comparisons. Overall, owners rate the Seestern MoonPhase Master Automatic S437-2 highly for its impressive lume and build quality at its price point.