Depancel Série RvsDuxot Quadrata Automatic

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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.

Depancel Série R at true scale

Série R

Duxot Quadrata Automatic at true scale

Quadrata Automatic

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

12.8mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

$922

$320

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9122

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
12.75mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$922
$320
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Depancel Série R

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.

Duxot Quadrata Automatic

Owners widely consider the Duxot Quadrata Automatic a good deal for its price, appreciating its quality Chinese manufacturing and reliable Seiko NH35 movement. Some find it unique-looking, though a portion of owners feel it is overpriced given the brand's ownership and use of off-the-shelf movements. One owner noted their Duxot Atlantica's 42mm size, 50mm lug-to-lug, and 22mm lug width as suitable for daily wear. On balance, owners view the Duxot Quadrata Automatic positively for its value and dependable components, despite some reservations about its pricing relative to its origins.

From video reviewers

The value at the price point is a strength. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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