Clemence Watches The MUNROvsSmiths Everest
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Measurements
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The MUNRO

Everest
Diameter
37.5mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43.5mm
lowest
Thickness
9.3mm
lowest
11.4mm
Water Resistance
150m
highest
100m
MSRP
$705
n/a
Movement
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9039
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Clemence Watches THE MUNRO is widely praised for its excellent wearability, with its 37.5mm case size and 10mm thickness deemed perfect for smaller wrists and comfortable on average ones. Owners and reviewers highlight the attractive mix of polished and brushed finishing on the case, featuring polished bevels, and the comfortable, articulating bracelet with micro-adjustment. The dial design is noted as polarizing, though some appreciate its unique aesthetic and desaturated tones, with subtle red accents and an attractive number font. The Miyota 9039 movement is reported to be regulated to within -/+ 12 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Clemence Watches THE MUNRO a great value, particularly for its dial options and fun, less dressy aesthetic.
The dial finishing and case proportions are praised by multiple reviewers. Buyers should expect a significant wait time for delivery.
Smiths Everest owners widely praise its Explorer 1016 aesthetic, value for money, and comfortable 36mm sizing, with many noting its excellent accuracy, with one owner reporting +/- 1 second per day. The textured or gilt dials are highlighted as attractive and unique, contributing to a vintage feel enhanced by old radium toned lume, and the watch is considered a versatile, guilt-free everyday wear. However, the buying process is frequently described as difficult due to limited supply and infrequent sales, and some owners find the stock Jubilee bracelet heavy, challenging to size, or lacking premium features like on-the-fly adjustment, with one calling it "absolute trash." Other noted points include potential aging concerns with the mirror-polished case back and noticeable Miyota rotor noise for some. Overall, owners rate the Smiths Everest highly for its vintage aesthetic and exceptional value, despite significant acquisition challenges.
The Smiths Everest offers excellent value for its price point, with multiple reviewers highlighting it as a compelling alternative to higher-end models. Reviewers consistently noted the bracelet quality as a weakness, with several describing it as lacking refinement or a significant letdown.
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