Citizen SurattovsFrederique Constant Classics Moneta Moonphase

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Measurements
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Suratto

Classics Moneta Moonphase
Diameter
38.4mm
37mm
Thickness
4.7mm
lowest
7.7mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
MSRP
$395
lowest
$1,195
Movement
G872
Frederique Constant FC-206
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Citizen Suratto is widely praised for its exceptionally thin case, with multiple sources noting its thickness around 4.5mm to 4.7mm, making it a standout for wearability and fitting the integrated bracelet trend. Owners also highlight its great value, with prices reported under $300, and appreciate its solar-powered quartz movement and attractive, textured dials that some compare favorably to more expensive brands. One owner notes the taupe strap on their model washed out their skin tone and plans to replace it, while another reviewer mentions the watch lacks lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Suratto highly for its remarkable thinness and excellent value.
The Frederique Constant Classics Moneta Moonphase is widely praised for its charming and stylish aesthetic, with owners and reviewers highlighting its classic appearance, balanced proportions, and refined dial details like faceted indices and hand-polished dauphine hands. The moonphase complication is a frequently noted attractive feature, as is the unique coin-edge inspired inner bezel design. Owners report comfortable wearability, with one finding the 37mm case size fits their wrist perfectly. The salmon gradient dial with a grained finish and the coin-edge bezel are also cited as appealing elements. However, some owners and reviewers note that the quartz movement, lacking a sweeping seconds hand, may be a drawback for traditional mechanical watch enthusiasts, and one reviewer questioned the value of a quartz movement at the US$1,495 price point.
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