Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari Monza SkeletonvsGrandeur Watches Automatic Series G17118

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Measurements
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Ascari Monza Skeleton

Automatic Series G17118
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
30m
MSRP
$245
lowest
$520
Movement
Seiko VK63
Automatic
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners find the Filippo Loreti Ascari Monza Skeleton visually appealing with unique, racing-inspired designs, with some appreciating the craftsmanship and quality for the price point. However, multiple owners report significant concerns about value, with some considering the watches overpriced fashion items with inflated prices and questionable quality control, with one owner advising to avoid the brand entirely due to poor quality and deceptive marketing. Some owners have experienced multiple units failing within a year and significant shipping delays, alongside issues with customer service and return policies. Overall, owners rate the Filippo Loreti Ascari Monza Skeleton as a visually appealing watch that is often considered overpriced for its build quality and value.
Grandeur Watches Automatic Series G17118 is a well-built dress watch and a conversation starter, though its polished finish is hard to maintain. One owner reports dramatic time shifts, with the automatic watch suddenly being an hour behind after keeping perfect time overnight. Overall, owners find Grandeur Watches Automatic Series G17118 to be a lovely watch, with its main drawback being the difficulty in maintaining its polished finish.
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