Duxot Marcel AutomaticvsOrient Star Contemporary Date

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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.

Duxot Marcel Automatic at true scale

Marcel Automatic

Orient Star Contemporary Date at true scale

Contemporary Date

Diameter

40mm

38.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46.9mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

lowest

12.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

50h

MSRP

$310

lowest

$445

Movement

Seiko NH35

Orient F6N43

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
White
Green

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Orient F6N43
Power Reserve
0h
50h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$310
$445
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Reviews

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

Duxot Marcel Automatic

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.

Orient Star Contemporary Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Star Contemporary Date for its refined design, legibility, and versatile aesthetic, with many highlighting its approachable price point and the quality of its execution. One owner finds the watch a comfortable everyday and business-casual option, appreciating its clean dial. The power reserve indicator is also noted as a liked feature. However, opinions on the dial's appearance are mixed; some find it complex due to Roman numerals at 12 and 6 o'clock, with one owner deeming the black version cheap-looking while the white version looks good. Accuracy is reported to range from -15/+25 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Orient Star Contemporary Date highly for its dressy yet subtly sporty aesthetic and excellent value.