Beaufort BicompaxvsSwatch MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto

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Measurements
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Bicompax

MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
lowest
47.3mm
Thickness
13.8mm
13.3mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
63h
n/a
MSRP
$810
$285
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW510
ETA G10.212
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Beaufort Bicompax for its attractive bicompax chronograph design, clean aesthetic, and excellent legibility with effective lume. The Sellita SW510 BH b movement is noted for performing well, with winding and setting actions comparable to ETA movements and accuracy within COSC parameters at +5 seconds/day. Fit and finish are considered spot on, with a well-executed gradient dial and subdials, and the h-link bracelet is described as comfortable and easy to size. Some owners find the price a bit high for the specifications on paper, and one commenter felt the blue dial could have more depth. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Beaufort Bicompax highly for its vintage aesthetic and reliable manual-wind chronograph movement at 40.5mm.
Owners widely praise the Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto's dial, hands, lume, and colors, with one owner finding it extremely accurate and in great condition. However, some owners question its retail price, with one noting that slightly more money could secure a watch with an automatic movement, titanium case, and sapphire crystal. Another owner dislikes the watch's feel and materials, though the stock band is appealing enough for one owner to be on their second. The dial color has been noted as appearing incorrect, raising suspicions of a fake. Overall, owners rate the Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto highly for its appealing colors and dial, though some question its value proposition at retail.
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