Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial 40mmvsOmega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer

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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

Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer at true scale

De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer

Diameter

40mm

34mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

39.4mm

Thickness

10.7mm

10.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

30m

Power Reserve

42h

55h

highest

MSRP

$499

lowest

$8,300

Movement

Automatic

Omega 8800

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Thickness
10.7mm
10.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
39.38mm
Lug Width
n/a
16mm
Material
stainless steel
Steel & Sedna Gold
Finish
n/a
Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Silver

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Omega 8800
Power Reserve
42h
55h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$8,300
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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.

Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer for its beauty and build quality at its price point, with many noting its sophisticated ability to play with light due to its "linen" dial and transforming hands and indices. Reviewers highlight the Master Chronometer upgrade and the 34mm automatic model's flat dial with a date window, powered by the Omega 8800 calibre. Some owners find the movement ticking louder than other watches, and a few commenters express a preference for vintage Omega models or alternatives for better value. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer highly for its elegant design and light-reactive dial features.

From video reviewers

The sun-brushed blue dial with cabochon indexes and Roman numerals is a key aesthetic highlight. The Master Chronometer certified movement offers robust accuracy and anti-magnetism.

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