Dekla Turbulenz 42mm v.4vsLaco Saarbrücken
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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.
Turbulenz 42mm v.4
Saarbrücken
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
MSRP
$630
lowest
$1,350
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely report the Dekla Turbulenz 42mm v.4 offers excellent value and customer service, with one owner noting the Sellita SW200-1 movement is regulated to +/- 1 second per day. Some find the 42mm case appears large in photos, though this perception can be unreliable. One owner experienced under-lubrication issues with the movement after two years. Opinions are split on the two-tone case design, with one owner finding it unconvincing. Overall, owners rate the Dekla Turbulenz 42mm v.4 highly for its value and customer service, despite some reservations about perceived case size and branding typeface.
Owners widely praise the Laco Saarbrücken for its authentic pilot watch aesthetic and Type B dial legibility, with one owner specifically adoring the lume and finding its manual wind feel superior. The watch is noted for its consistent accuracy of +2.5 seconds per day. Some find its 45mm size large for modern wear, and the lugs jut out significantly. One owner appreciates the bronze case for its developing patina. Overall, owners rate the Laco Saarbrücken highly for its legibility and authentic pilot watch design.
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