BERNY Dress 2498MvsOmega Seamaster Quartz ST

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Measurements
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Dress 2498M

Seamaster Quartz ST
Diameter
35.5mm
35mm
Water Resistance
30m
30m
MSRP
$43
n/a
Movement
Quartz
Omega 1345
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners speak warmly about this BERNY BERNY-Men Quartz Dress Watch-2498M, with one forum owner singling out the case, the inner bezel, the two-crown setup, and the way the date window is blended into the dial as highlights. Reddit commentary is more mixed in focus: one owner with a 6.1-inch wrist reports that a smaller BERNY fits well and welcomes compact quartz options, while another would like to see a sapphire crystal, though the sources do not confirm which crystal this model uses. Overall, owners who have commented praise the dial design and case details, and the appeal for smaller-wristed buyers is noted.
Owners widely praise the Omega Seamaster Quartz ST 196.0082 for its reliability and accuracy, with one owner reporting it keeps time within 1-2 seconds per month. Some owners find the design difficult to read, and the bracelet finish has been criticized for incorrect brushing and polishing. One owner noted a temporary second-hand failure that resolved itself, while another experienced a costly movement replacement due to a battery leak. The helium escape valve is considered by some to be both ugly and unnecessary. On balance, owners value the Omega Seamaster Quartz ST 196.0082 for its dependable performance, though concerns exist regarding potential servicing costs and clasp durability.
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