Charlie Paris Watches ALLIANCE - Saphir (39.5mm steel automatic)vsSwiss Military Hanowa AVALANCHE

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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.

Charlie Paris Watches ALLIANCE - Saphir (39.5mm steel automatic) at true scale

ALLIANCE - Saphir (39.5mm steel automatic)

Swiss Military Hanowa AVALANCHE at true scale

AVALANCHE

Diameter

39.5mm

41mm

Thickness

9mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

$1,745

$781

lowest

Movement

Soprod P024

Soprod P024

Case

5 specs
Category
n/a
Watch
Diameter
39.5mm
41mm
Thickness
9mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
40h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,745
$781
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Reviews

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Charlie Paris Watches ALLIANCE - Saphir (39.5mm steel automatic)

Owners widely praise the Charlie Paris ALLIANCE - Saphir (39.5mm steel automatic) for its build quality, aesthetics, and value, with one owner calling it a great watch prior to purchase. Reviewers note its intricate, technical aesthetic and consider it a well-made GADA watch, offering a modern alternative to vintage designs. One owner flags the bracelet as jangly and the hands as slightly short. Some sources mention improved 100m water resistance and a Soprod P024 movement with an accuracy rating of -0/+14 sec/day and 40-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Charlie Paris ALLIANCE - Saphir (39.5mm steel automatic) highly for its distinctive technical aesthetic and perceived value.

Swiss Military Hanowa AVALANCHE

Owners widely praise the Swiss Military Hanowa AVALANCHE for its surprising quality and workmanship for the price, with one owner noting a ten-year-old model still looks like new after rough use. Some owners report mixed feelings, with one finding the metal band loosens quickly on an older model and another observer considering the finishing substandard. Overall, owners rate the Swiss Military Hanowa AVALANCHE highly for its exceptional value and durability over time.

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