Cestrian Master Series V3vsSquale Matic S
Ref. cestrian-master-series-v3-black-dial-steel-bracelet-automatic-mens-watch-cm-bk001·MSRP $231
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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.
Master Series V3
Matic S
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
47mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
600m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
highest
38h
MSRP
$231
lowest
$1,525
Movement
Miyota 8215
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Cestrian Master Series V3 for its value and responsiveness to customer feedback, with one owner highlighting the cleaner dial as a welcome improvement. The watch is noted for its 40mm case, dependable Miyota automatic movement, 200m water resistance, sapphire crystal, and quick-release bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Cestrian Master Series V3 highly for its value at the price point.
Owners widely praise the Squale Matic S for its superb build and finishing, with some finding its quality comparable to similarly priced Hamilton watches. The watch is noted for its comfortable, ergonomic design and vintage styling. One reviewer flags the fluorescent orange seconds hand as clashing with other accents and the lume on the indices as poor. The Squale Matic S is priced at €1,535 including VAT. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Squale Matic S highly for its build quality and vintage-inspired design at its price point.
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