Benjamin James Scarifour ClassicvsSecond Hour The Memoir
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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.

Scarifour Classic

The Memoir
Diameter
31mm
28mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
n/a
Thickness
8.3mm
7.3mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$717
$419
lowest
Movement
Ronda 762
Ronda 1069
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Benjamin James Scarifour Classic for its classic 31mm sizing and attractive case shape, with the horizontally brushed ice blue and purple dials frequently highlighted as standout features that look amazing in the sun. The watch is noted for its thin 8.3mm profile, designed to wear like a 36mm round watch, and features 50m water resistance. One owner finds the design busy, particularly the XII numeral, and prefers a white dial to simplify it. Overall, owners rate the Benjamin James Scarifour Classic highly for its versatile wearability and striking dial finishes.
Owners widely praise the Second Hour Memoir Dress Watch — Art Deco, Swiss Quartz for its Art Deco aesthetic and value, with one owner calling it a great deal for its style and price. The 28mm case size is considered suitable by some, despite being small by modern standards, and the 50-meter water resistance is deemed sufficient for a dress watch. However, the quartz movement is noted as a drawback for some enthusiasts, and the lack of a seconds hand is a point of contention for one owner, though acknowledged as potentially fitting for the design. One owner also reported a small seconds sub-dial requiring repair and the gold plating needing refinishing. Overall, owners rate the Second Hour Memoir Dress Watch — Art Deco, Swiss Quartz highly for its classic Art Deco case design and timeless look at a competitive price point.
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