Duxot Marcel AutomaticvsLongines MASTER COLLECTION

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Measurements
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Marcel Automatic

MASTER COLLECTION
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.8mm
lowest
Thickness
12mm
9.3mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
72h
MSRP
$310
lowest
$2,550
Movement
Seiko NH35
Longines L888
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 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 and reviewers widely praise the Longines Master Collection for its excellent value, fantastic finishing, and classic, dressy styling. The dial is frequently highlighted for its beauty, with specific mentions of engraved Breguet numerals and clean layouts for complications like the annual calendar. Some owners appreciate the thin profile, while others note the case is slightly thicker than ideal. Concerns raised by owners include the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustments for a perfect fit and, for specific variants, a less-than-premium feel in the pushers or homogenous case finishing. The 30m water resistance is considered on the light side. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Master Collection highly for its exceptional finishing and value, making it a standout Swiss dress watch.
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