Depancel Série RvsDepancel Série R01
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Measurements
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Série R

Série R01
Diameter
43mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
50mm
Thickness
12.8mm
lowest
12.9mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
40h
40h
MSRP
$922
lowest
$1,038
Movement
Miyota 9122
Miyota 9122
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Depancel Série R 5th Anniversary is noted for its value and vintage car grille-inspired case design, featuring automotive textures and racing-inspired colors on its dial. It utilizes the Miyota 9122 automatic movement, displays an annual calendar, and has a 40-hour power reserve. The watch is 43mm in diameter and offers 50m water resistance. Some variants feature a chronograph function and a different Chinese-made movement with a 60-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Depancel Série R's value and distinctive automotive-inspired design as its primary strengths.
Owners praise the Depancel Série R01 for its unique character and automotive-inspired design, noting the French assembly and the practical full calendar complication. The 36x43mm case is comfortable despite its dimensions. One review flags the Miyota 9122 movement's stated accuracy of -10/+30 seconds per day. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers appreciate the Depancel Série R01 for its distinctive design and useful calendar complication, with the movement's accuracy being a noted caveat.
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