Defakto EinsvsMKII Project 300
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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.
Eins
Project 300
Diameter
42mm
41.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
48mm
lowest
Thickness
9.8mm
lowest
13.4mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m
highest
MSRP
n/a
$1,995
Movement
ETA 2824-2
ETA 2824-2
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Defakto Eins is a single-handed watch with a minimalist style. One owner notes that the single hand requires adjustment to read accurately to within +/- 3 minutes. Another user prefers a 24-hour watch for its simplicity over the Defakto Eins's Mono Superluminova dial. On balance, owners find the Defakto Eins to be a minimalist single-handed watch option, though its single-hand functionality may require adjustment for precise timekeeping.
Owners widely praise the MKII Project 300 for its balanced design, with one owner noting its lume "glows like a torch." Reviewers highlight its high legibility and bold, balanced aesthetic, inspired by classic dive watches. One owner found the 41.25mm case fit their wrist perfectly. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the MKII Project 300 highly for its exceptional lume and well-proportioned dive watch design.
The 39.5mm case size fits most wrists well. The watch offers 200M water resistance. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses or points of disagreement.
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