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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsMaen Brooklyn 36

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
Brooklyn 36
MaenBrooklyn 36
MSRP $639

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
Brooklyn 3636mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
Brooklyn 3640h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
Brooklyn 3650m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
Brooklyn 36$639

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
M5.1.1

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
Miyota 9122
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$639

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

Maen Brooklyn 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Brooklyn 36 for its attractive sunburst dials, particularly the green and tan combination, and its well-finished Jubilee bracelet that offers an expensive feel. The 36mm case size and 46mm lug-to-lug are noted as fitting smaller wrists well, with one owner finding its 12.6mm thickness surprisingly compact. The triple calendar complication is appreciated at its price point, and some find its construction and finish superior to competitors. However, some owners express concerns about potential quality control issues, with one noting an askew 12 o'clock index. There are also mixed sentiments regarding the brand's newness and the longevity of its Miyota movement compared to established Swiss brands, alongside questions about its price point relative to other options. Overall, owners rate the Maen Brooklyn 36 highly for its attractive design and value, particularly its dial and bracelet finishing.

From video reviewers

The Maen M5.1.1 features a classy dial with a strong Rolex-inspired design. The watch's finishing and quality are on par with previous Maen watches. The Maen M5.1.1 has a relatively high price compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers.

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