Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial Watch 40mmvsLilienthal Berlin Neolux Day Date Black Blue Leather Black

Ref. beijing-classic-series-small-second-dial-watch-40mm·MSRP $499

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Measurements
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Classic Series Small Second Dial Watch 40mm

Neolux Day Date Black Blue Leather Black
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.7mm
lowest
11.5mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$499
$479
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Automatic
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Lilienthal Berlin Neolux Day Date Black Blue Leather Black Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America's case design, clean lines, visible dial, and leather strap quality, with some noting great lume and good weight. However, some owners express concerns, with one reporting poor Superluminova performance and another experiencing strap failure within three weeks and unresponsiveness from customer service. The brand is also described by some as more of a fashion brand, with suggestions that better value may be found elsewhere. On balance, owners appreciate the design and build of the Lilienthal Berlin Neolux Day Date Black Blue Leather Black Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America, but some have experienced quality control issues and question the value proposition.
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