Casio EFV-540DvsLilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown

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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 EFV-540D at true scale

EFV-540D

Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown at true scale

Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown

Diameter

43.8mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.5mm

n/a

Thickness

11.6mm

10.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

n/a

$349

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VD57

Case

7 specs
Diameter
43.8mm
42.5mm
Thickness
11.6mm
10.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
n/a
Material
Stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Crafted from hypoallergenic 316L stainless steel and scratch-resistant, sapphire-hardened mineral glass. Water-resistant up to 5 ATM.
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Screw Lock Back
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Meteorite
Indices
Applied batons with blue lacquer fill
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VD57
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Chronograph, Date, 24-hour subdial
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$349
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Reviews

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Casio EFV-540D

Owners widely praise the Casio EFV-540D for its substantial wrist presence and sporty, large dial design, with one owner noting it still functions like new after a year of wear. The watch is built to last and features outer dial numbering. One owner finds the dial too busy and considers the Casio EFV-540D expensive for its price point, though still recommends it for those who appreciate its aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Casio EFV-540D highly for its durable build and significant wrist presence.

Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Meteorite Stellar Blue Leather Light Brown

Owners widely report mixed experiences with Lilienthal Berlin watches, with some praising the clean Bauhaus aesthetic, crisp hands, and good quality for the price, while others cite issues with durability, customer service responsiveness, and long shipping delays. Several owners mention the brand's value proposition, with one comparing the Meteorite IV to a $1,500 watch, though another criticizes the nearly $400 price for a coated case and quartz movement. Some owners report sharp edges and difficulty with strap pins, and one found the SuperLuminova on the hands to look terrible. On balance, owners are split on Lilienthal Berlin's quality and customer support, with some finding them satisfactory for the price and others experiencing significant issues.

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