Duxot Marcel AutomaticvsSwatch Sexy Thing
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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.
Marcel Automatic
Sexy Thing
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.4mm
lowest
Thickness
12mm
9.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
highest
30m
MSRP
$310
$105
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Quartz
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 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 report the Swatch Sexy Thing can feel heavy and is prone to scratching, with one owner noting significant scratching within a month of minimal use that created shadows on the dial. The watch is described by some as a tacky, "corky experiment" from the 80s. On balance, owners rate the Swatch Sexy Thing poorly due to its tendency to scratch and its perceived tackiness.
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