Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite HippovsOrient Stretto Date
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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.

Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo

Stretto Date
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
45.5mm
lowest
Thickness
10.2mm
lowest
11.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
45h
highest
40h
MSRP
$1,995
$360
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
Orient F6722
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
8 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear, with one owner noting its suitability as a versatile everyday or business-casual watch. The tan canvas strap is seen as evoking a safari feel, and the watch is described as a strap monster. One owner, however, found the crown too small and difficult to wind, and felt the price was too high for the value. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo highly for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear.
Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date for its sharp, clean, and beautiful appearance, with its thin and ergonomic 38.5mm case noted as a particular strength for wearability. It is also recognized as a solid, versatile, and affordable option for everyday wear. Some owners find the design derivative, noting a lack of uniqueness compared to other models. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an accessible price point.
The vibrant sunburst dials and compact 38.5mm case size are consistently praised. The 50m water resistance is noted as a limitation. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any specific points.
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