BERNY Classic AM179MvsRolex Oyster Perpetual

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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

Rolex Oyster Perpetual at true scale

Oyster Perpetual

Diameter

38.5mm

31mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

55h

MSRP

$136

lowest

$6,300

Movement

Seiko NH38

2232

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
31mm
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Exhibition
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
n/a
Green
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
2232
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
55h
Jewels
0
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$136
$6,300
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Owners widely praise the Rolex Oyster Perpetual for its understated design, versatility, and suitability as an everyday watch, with many appreciating its quality and discreet appearance. Reviewers note the 41mm yellow-dial model's surprising wearability and that its 12mm thickness easily slides under a cuff. Accuracy is reported at +/- 2 seconds per day, and the movement offers approximately 70 hours of power reserve. However, lume in the thin hands is nearly invisible in darkness. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is notoriously difficult to acquire from authorized dealers due to high demand and limited production, with wait times potentially exceeding a year for specific configurations. Some owners find certain dial colors or sizes, like the 41mm, too large, preferring smaller options for better fit or easier acquisition. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Oyster Perpetual highly for its discreet quality and wearability, making it a sought-after first luxury watch.

From video reviewers

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual's enduring appeal and versatility for everyday wear are consistently praised. Reviewers note the watch's high price point relative to its specifications and mention the difficulty in acquiring one at retail due to demand.