Casio EFB-730DvsMelbourne Watch Company Carlton

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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.

Casio EFB-730D at true scale

EFB-730D

Melbourne Watch Company Carlton at true scale

Carlton

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$165

lowest

$294

Movement

Quartz

Ronda 5021.D

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
No
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Ronda 5021.D

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$165
$294
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Reviews

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

Casio EFB-730D

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.

Melbourne Watch Company Carlton

Owners widely praise the Melbourne Watch Company Carlton for its stunning rose gold color, immaculate dial, and excellent fit and finishing, with many appreciating its retro style and comfortable bracelet. The watch is considered good value at around $500 AUD, with its quartz movement offering lower cost and reduced servicing needs. Some owners note the 42mm case wears large, and one reviewer wished this characteristic was less pronounced on the rose gold variant. Overall, owners rate the Melbourne Watch Company Carlton highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived quality at the price point.