Duxot Marcel AutomaticvsOrient Stretto 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 Stretto Date at true scale

Stretto Date

Diameter

40mm

38.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

45.5mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

11.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$310

lowest

$360

Movement

Seiko NH35

Orient F6722

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
n/a
Display

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$310
$360
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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 Stretto Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date for its sharp, clean, and beautiful appearance, with its thin and ergonomic 38.5mm case noted as a particular strength for wearability. It is also recognized as a solid, versatile, and affordable option for everyday wear. Some owners find the design derivative, noting a lack of uniqueness compared to other models. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The vibrant sunburst dials and compact 38.5mm case size are consistently praised. The 50m water resistance is noted as a limitation. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any specific points.