Beijing Watches Classic Series Small Second Dial Watch 40mmvsOmega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 41mm

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

Ref. 434.13.41.20.02.001·MSRP $5,800
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Measurements
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Classic Series Small Second Dial Watch 40mm

De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 41mm
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.9mm
Thickness
10.7mm
lowest
10.8mm
Water Resistance
30m
30m
Power Reserve
42h
55h
highest
MSRP
$499
lowest
$5,800
Movement
Automatic
Omega 8802
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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 Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 41mm for its visually stunning blue dial and refined, unpretentious proportions that offer versatility across multiple settings. Reviewers note the Master Chronometer Omega 8802 calibre provides superior precision, with one owner reporting accuracy of +10 seconds per month, markedly better than previous models. Some owners find the watch too understated or too formal for everyday wear, and there are differing views on the dial's aesthetic appeal due to mixed markers and numerals. Overall, owners rate the Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer Small Seconds 41mm highly for its versatile wearability and impressive timekeeping.
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