Elliot Brown Holton Automatic: 101-A10vsMakydo Makydo 42
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Measurements
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Holton Automatic: 101-A10
Makydo 42
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
13.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
40h
n/a
MSRP
$792
$354
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTOMATIC: 101-A10 is noted as an issued watch for UKSF, bearing a crow's foot and NSN marking. One owner reports the dial lume is lackluster, potentially due to the vintage aesthetic influencing the choice of Super-LumiNova. Overall, owners rate the Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTOMATIC: 101-A10 for its military provenance and issued status.
The Makydo 42 is noted to wear larger than its 40mm sibling due to chunkier, taller proportions. Owners question the value proposition, with one noting the use of Miyota 9000 series movements and a price point around $200, while another seeks better value and quality from the brand. Overall, owners find the Makydo 42 to be a well-constructed and aesthetically pleasing daily wear, with finishing and bracelet quality surpassing expectations.
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