Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial 40mmvsBUREI 41mm Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet

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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.

Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial 40mm at true scale

Classic Series Small Second Dial 40mm

BUREI 41mm Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet at true scale

41mm Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Thickness

10.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$499

$176

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Japanese automatic

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
10.7mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Dark Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Japanese automatic
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$176
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Reviews

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Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial 40mm

Owners widely praise the Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial Watch 40mm for its gorgeous dial and excellent case and dial finishing, with one owner noting a comfortable 42mm lug-to-lug measurement. The SB18/B18 movement is lauded for its beautiful appearance and exceptionally smooth winding action, while the dial is described as simple yet captivating. Some owners note that prices have increased significantly. One reviewer found the date complication implementation awkward with an abrupt window and mismatched font/color, and the guilloche bisects the 12 indice incorrectly on a different Beijing model. Overall, owners rate the Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial Watch 40mm highly for its captivating dial and well-finished case at the price.

BUREI 41mm Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet

Owners widely praise the BUREI 41mm Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet as a well-constructed and comfortable everyday watch, with many highlighting its excellent value for the price. Reviewers and owners alike note positive attributes such as good case contours, an onion crown, and attractive dial finishing, with one owner being "shocked at how nice it was" for the cost. However, some owners report that the polished surfaces and bracelet scratch easily, the lug ends can be rough, and the lume is mediocre, while others find the bracelet feels flimsy despite having solid links. On balance, owners rate the BUREI 41mm Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet highly for its surprising build quality and wearability at its price point.

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