Beijing Watches Classic Series Date and Day Watch 40mmvsOmnis LUNA
Ref. beijing-classic-series-date-and-day-watch-40mm·MSRP $499
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Measurements
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Classic Series Date and Day Watch 40mm
LUNA
Diameter
40.2mm
39mm
Thickness
10.9mm
lowest
11mm
Water Resistance
30m
n/a
Power Reserve
42h
48h
highest
MSRP
$499
$353
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Miyota (unspecified)
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Beijing Watches Classic Series Date and Day Watch 40mm for its attractive design, excellent case and dial finishing, and applied indices that catch the light. Some owners note the watch loses approximately 9 seconds per day, which is considered acceptable for the price point, and the movement is described as well-decorated and in-house. However, criticism exists regarding the implementation of the date complication, the use of three languages on the dial, and a guilloche pattern bisecting the 12 indice. On balance, owners rate the Beijing Watches Classic Series Date and Day Watch 40mm highly for its design and finishing, despite some reservations about the date complication.
The guilloché dial is a standout feature, offering a level of detail usually found on higher-priced watches. Reviewers noted the excellent value at its price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.
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