BERNY Classic AM179MvsKnot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

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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.

BERNY Classic AM179M at true scale

Classic AM179M

Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve at true scale

CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

Diameter

38.5mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

lowest

11.3mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$136

lowest

$281

Movement

Seiko NH38

Seiko YN84

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Caseback
Exhibition
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
Seiko YN84
Power Reserve
0h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$136
$281
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Reviews

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BERNY Classic AM179M

Owners widely praise the BERNY BERNY-Men Automatic Classic Watch-AM179M for its toolish look, appealing inner bezel, and dual crowns, with one owner noting it runs at -3 seconds per day. The bracelet is comfortable for some, fitting up to 8-inch wrists, though others find the male end-links make it unwearable. Some owners report issues with the date function or find the brand name off-putting. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +17 seconds per day, while another found their watch kept great time after regulation. The movement is a point of contention, with some preferring a Seiko NH35A over the Miyota 8215 or ST 2130. Overall, owners rate the BERNY BERNY-Men Automatic Classic Watch-AM179M highly for its distinctive design and value as a beater watch, despite some concerns about component quality and brand perception.

Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

Owners praise the Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve for its unique dial designs, such as the Raden with mother-of-pearl flakes and a deep red dial with gold dusting. The watch's low weight and comfortable mesh strap make it easy to wear, and the small seconds hand accurately hits its markers. Some owners find the "timepiece" text below the Knot logo undesirable, and one owner noted the strap width prevents the use of alternative straps. The Seiko YN84 automatic movement powers the watch, which features a 38mm steel case with polished and brushed finishes and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners appreciate the Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve for its distinctive visual appeal and comfortable wearability.

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