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Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1vsOblvlo VM Tourbillon

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Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1

The Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 is praised for its fashionable and distinctive military-inspired design, featuring a champagne dial and a polished and brushed case with a ceramic bezel insert. Owners appreciate its utilitarian aesthetic and historical connection. One owner notes the bezel can be slippery. The watch is powered by a Swiss ETA 2892 automatic movement. The price point of $1700 is considered high by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 appealing for its unique design and historical military roots, despite some reservations about its price and bezel grip.

Oblvlo VM Tourbillon

Owners widely praise the Oblvlo for its striking aventurine dial and crisp finishing, with many appreciating its unique, high-end design at an accessible price point. The winding action is noted as smooth, and the movement is described as quieter than typical alternatives. However, the lume is consistently flagged as weak, making low-light timekeeping imprecise. Some owners view these watches as enjoyable novelties rather than heirlooms, with potential concerns about long-term repairability and spare parts availability. On balance, owners rate the Oblvlo highly for its distinctive design and excellent value at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
TYPE 1 M141.5mm
VM Tourbillon45mm
Power Reserve
TYPE 1 M1
VM Tourbillon65h
Water Resistance
TYPE 1 M1370m
VM Tourbillon50m
MSRP
TYPE 1 M1$1,995
VM Tourbillon$800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diameter
41.5mm
45mm
Thickness
13.7mm
12mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Water Resistance
370m
50m

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Oblvlo OBL.8024
Power Reserve
0h
65h
Jewels
0
20
Complications
None
Tourbillon

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$800
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