Casio EFB-730DvsLilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Midnight Gold Mesh Gray

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Measurements
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EFB-730D

Chronograph Meteorite Midnight Gold Mesh Gray
Diameter
40mm
42.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
$165
lowest
$359
Movement
Quartz
Seiko VD57
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Casio EFB-730D for its 40mm size, which is considered perfect for smaller to medium wrists and versatile for strap changes with its 20mm lug width. The subtle sunburst blue dial is noted as classy and better in person than in photos, and the overall finish is considered quite good for the price. Some owners find the constantly running central seconds hand impractical, while others appreciate its straightforward Casio quartz reliability and value around $150. One owner reported the second hand sticking on the minute hand, and another found the 47mm lug-to-lug measurement wore larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Casio EFB-730D highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive design at the price point.
Owners widely praise Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Midnight Gold Mesh Gray Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America for its impressive quality, solid build, and superlative designs, with some finding it a cool daily watch that stands out in its price range due to Art Deco influences. One owner found the watch amazing and appreciated the sub-dial as a cool touch. However, one owner noted significant misalignment of the hands on their L1 Meteorite Limited Edition, and another owner reported issues like a crooked crown and poor durability on a similar model, deeming the brand to have poor quality. The Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Midnight Gold Mesh Gray Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America features a Seiko VD57 quartz movement, 50m water resistance, and a 42.5mm case.
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