BERNY Automatic AM013VLvsRolex Datejust

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

BERNY Automatic AM013VL at true scale

Automatic AM013VL

Rolex Datejust at true scale

Datejust

Diameter

29.5mm

31mm

Lug-to-Lug

34.5mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

55h

MSRP

$100

lowest

$9,350

Movement

Seiko NH05

2236

Case

8 specs
Diameter
29.5mm
31mm
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
34.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
14mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
n/a
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
30m
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
Light Green
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH05
2236
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
55h
Jewels
0
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$100
$9,350
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

Reviews

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

BERNY Automatic AM013VL

Owners widely praise the BERNY BERNY-Women Automatic Fashion Watch-AM013VL as an incredible beater watch for the price, noting its comfortable wearability, attractive case, inner bezel, and dual-crown setup. Some owners report fantastic timekeeping, with one seeing -3 seconds per day. However, opinions are split on the brand name, and some find the male end-links make wearing it on the bracelet difficult. One owner experienced a defective watch with a stuck winding mechanism, and another noted issues with the date function. Customer service experiences are also mixed, with one owner citing poor responsiveness. Overall, owners rate the BERNY BERNY-Women Automatic Fashion Watch-AM013VL highly for its value and design features at the price point.

Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is widely praised for its aesthetic variety, robust elegance, and versatility, making it suitable for daily wear in various settings. Owners consistently highlight the exceptional comfort of the Jubilee bracelet, with some preferring its "pizzazz" over the sportier Oyster bracelet. The 36mm size is frequently noted for its tasteful proportions, though opinions on dial colors and bezel styles, such as fluted or domed, vary among enthusiasts. Some configurations, particularly those with fluted bezels and Jubilee bracelets in specific dial colors, are considered highly sought-after, though wait times can be significant. The Rolex Datejust is not considered a good investment, as it typically depreciates upon purchase. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its versatile style and comfortable wearability, representing a foundational piece of the brand's legacy.

From video reviewers

The fluted bezel is a consistent highlight. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.