Duxot Marcel AutomaticvsHitori Habuka
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Measurements
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Marcel Automatic

Habuka
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$310
lowest
$438
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely report the Duxot Marcel Automatic offers good value for its price, with a reliable Seiko NH35 movement and good quality Chinese manufacturing. Some owners find the 40mm case wears well and praise its sharp look, noting it comes with a solid-feeling bracelet. The bezel markings align well and lume is acceptable, though one owner finds the bezel difficult to rotate and the stamped bracelet jangly. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting a loss of approximately 12 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Duxot Marcel Automatic highly for its value and reliable movement at the price point.
Owners widely praise the Hitori Habuka's Grand Seiko-esque dial and design, with one owner calling its bracelet one of the best they've handled. The watch features a mix of brushed and polished surfaces, and owners appreciate its solid, screwed links and heft. However, some find the dial design unconvincing compared to Grand Seiko, and criticism is directed at the perceived lack of brand authenticity and missing minute markers on the chapter ring. The Hitori Habuka also lacks lume on the dial and hands. On balance, owners rate the Hitori Habuka highly for its Grand Seiko-inspired design and bracelet quality at its price point.
The dial's textured finish, resembling the Grand Seiko Snowflake, is a notable strength. Reviewers expressed a desire for higher water resistance, specifically 100m instead of the current 50m.
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