Duxot Marcel AutomaticvsSpecht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 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.

Duxot Marcel Automatic at true scale

Marcel Automatic

Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic at true scale

Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic

Diameter

40mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$310

$248

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Miyota 8215

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45mm
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a
Lume
None
Yes

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
0h
42 hoursh
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$310
$248
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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.

Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic

The Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic is noted for its "bling" aesthetic, which some enthusiasts find appealing. It includes a zippered case and a link removal tool. Owners report a significant delay in shipping and issues with customer service email deliverability when ordering directly from the website. The automatic version was purchased, with the quartz version priced around $74 USD. The watch is described as an Oris homage rather than a Tank watch. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic positively for its distinctive aesthetic and included accessories, despite shipping and customer service concerns.