Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004vsVaer Tradition

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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.

Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004 at true scale

ARNE: 606-004

Vaer Tradition at true scale

Tradition

Diameter

40mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

43mm

lowest

Thickness

11.4mm

8.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$450

$179

lowest

Movement

Ronda 713

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.4mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Tan

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 713
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$179
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Reviews

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Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004

Owners praise the solid construction and over-engineering of the Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004, noting its 40mm case size is a comfortable fit for many, though some criticize its 52mm lug-to-lug measurement. The Ronda 713 quartz movement is considered inexpensive by some, despite praise for its anti-shock system. On balance, owners rate the Elliot Brown ARNE: 606-004 positively for its robust build quality at the price point.

Vaer Tradition

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tradition for its excellent finishing and value, with many highlighting its comfortable 36mm size and versatile, clean design. The screw-down crown is noted for its smooth operation, and the lume is described as bright. However, some owners find the single-domed sapphire crystal to be highly reflective, and there are mixed opinions on the stainless steel bracelet's end links, with some finding them awkward. One owner reported a quartz model felt cheap with a second hand that didn't align with the indices, while another experienced dust inside two separate watches. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tradition highly for its wearability and build quality at its price point.

From video reviewers

The American-assembled Ameriquartz movement offers extreme accuracy for the price. The 36mm case size is ideal for smaller wrists.

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