Beijing Watches Classic Series 24 Hours Dial 40mmvsMondaine Classic 36mm

Owners widely praise the Beijing Watches Classic Series 24 Hours Dial Watch 40mm for its beautiful dial design and excellent case and dial finishing, with one owner describing the manual winding action of the SB18/B18 movement as the best experienced. The dial finishing is noted as flawless, and the in-house manual wind caliber is well decorated for its price, with some owners reporting power reserves exceeding 100 hours, often reaching around 8 days. However, one owner found the printed numbering on this version disappointing compared to metal numbering on another variant, and some find the case and crown design basic. The movement is described as a triumph of Chinese watchmaking, though one reviewer criticized an awkward date complication implementation and incorrect guilloche bisecting the 12 indice. Overall, owners rate the Beijing Watches Classic Series 24 Hours Dial Watch 40mm highly for its captivating dial and well-finished movement at the price.

Owners widely praise the Mondaine Classic 36mm for its timeless, Art Deco design inspired by Swiss train station clocks, and its comfortable, thin profile that wears well under shirt cuffs. The 36mm size is considered ideal for a dress watch, with the white dial enhancing its perceived size. Some owners find it receives numerous positive comments and looks "fab" on alternative straps. However, one owner reported poor quality for the price, and another experienced a watch breaking after two years, though it was replaced under warranty. Battery life is also a concern, with reports of it lasting less than a year or eighteen months. On balance, owners appreciate the Mondaine Classic 36mm for its iconic design and comfortable wearability at its price point, despite some durability and battery life concerns.