Duckworth Prestex Parker ClassicvsSecond Hour The Memoir

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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.

Duckworth Prestex Parker Classic at true scale

Parker Classic

Second Hour The Memoir at true scale

The Memoir

Diameter

31mm

28mm

Lug-to-Lug

40mm

n/a

Thickness

7.5mm

7.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$595

$419

lowest

Movement

Ronda 1069

Ronda 1069

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
n/a
Diameter
31mm
28mm
Thickness
7.5mm
7.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$595
$419
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Reviews

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

Duckworth Prestex Parker Classic

Owners widely praise the Duckworth Prestex Parker Classic for its vintage rectangular styling and 31mm case, which accurately captures Tank proportions and offers an affordable alternative to luxury brands. The watch is noted for its exceptional quality, design, and attention to detail, with some commenters specifically loving unique dial elements like the "7" numeral. One owner feels it is overpriced for what it is. On balance, owners rate the Duckworth Prestex Parker Classic highly for its vintage aesthetic and perceived quality at its price point.

Second Hour The Memoir

Owners widely praise the Second Hour Memoir Dress Watch — Art Deco, Swiss Quartz for its Art Deco aesthetic and value, with one owner calling it a great deal for its style and price. The 28mm case size is considered suitable by some, despite being small by modern standards, and the 50-meter water resistance is deemed sufficient for a dress watch. However, the quartz movement is noted as a drawback for some enthusiasts, and the lack of a seconds hand is a point of contention for one owner, though acknowledged as potentially fitting for the design. One owner also reported a small seconds sub-dial requiring repair and the gold plating needing refinishing. Overall, owners rate the Second Hour Memoir Dress Watch — Art Deco, Swiss Quartz highly for its classic Art Deco case design and timeless look at a competitive price point.