Casio MQ-24vsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0030Q Quartz
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Measurements
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MQ-24
Söhne SP0030Q Quartz
Diameter
34.9mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
38.8mm
lowest
40mm
Thickness
7.8mm
lowest
9.3mm
Water Resistance
n/a
30m
MSRP
$30
lowest
$168
Movement
Quartz
Miyota 6P24
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Casio MQ-24 for its extreme affordability, comfortable and lightweight wear, excellent legibility, and minimalistic design. Many appreciate its near-silent operation and find it to be a reliable and accurate timepiece, with one owner reporting theirs lasted nearly a decade. Some owners note the lack of a date complication and an uninspiring crown action as downsides. Overall, owners rate the Casio MQ-24 highly for its value and core time-telling functionality.
The Casio MQ-24's minimalist dial design offers exceptional legibility. The resin case scratches easily. Reviewers disagreed on the accuracy of the quartz movement.
Owners find the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0030Q Quartz acceptable for its price, with a weighty feel and acceptable finishing for the cost, and no sharp edges. The quartz movement contributes to a thin profile. The watch was purchased from AliExpress. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0030Q Quartz positively for its value and build quality at the price point.
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