Blok Watches Blok 38vsMovado Series 800

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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.

Blok Watches Blok 38 at true scale

Blok 38

Movado Series 800 at true scale

Series 800

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

MSRP

$379

lowest

$1,395

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$379
$1,395
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Reviews

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

Blok Watches Blok 38

Blok Watches Blok 38 owners and reviewers praise its tool watch ethos and suitability for teaching children time, highlighting its functional rotating bezel with minute markers and screw-down crown for water resistance. The 38mm quartz watch is noted for its Swiss nylon polymer case with a steel core, recycled MIL-SPEC nylon band, and a reasonable price point for its intended purpose. Some owners find the Velcro strap less than ideal but anticipate improved replacements. One reviewer noted the crystal fell out quickly, leading to costly repairs and the watch ceasing to function. Overall, owners rate the Blok Watches Blok 38 highly for its innovative dial and bezel design that effectively teaches children time, despite some durability concerns.

Movado Series 800

Owners widely praise the Movado Series 800 for its attractive appearance and solid build quality, with one owner noting their example has performed and looked great for years of constant wear. The watch is described as having a sportier, tool-watch aesthetic with a dive watch feel, featuring polished and glossy elements, luminescent markers and hands, and a silver-toned concave dot. Some owners find the watch's secondhand price to be high when compared to alternatives, and one reviewer notes that some lumed indices are omitted and the date wheel lacks color-matching. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Movado Series 800 highly for its appealing design and robust construction at its price point.

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