Filippo Loreti Watches The RiddlervsOrient AC0Q-40 Diver
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Measurements
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The Riddler

AC0Q-40 Diver
Diameter
40mm
39.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Thickness
13mm
12.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$425
$370
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Orient F6722
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler is described by owners as a cheaply made watch with generic designs, with some suggesting it is a Chinese-made item valued under $100. One owner reported that multiple Filippo Loreti watches, including The Riddler, stopped working within a year, and customer service provided no resolution. Another user noted that images of the watches were removed from the brand's Instagram, hinting at potential licensing issues, and heard claims of the brand being a scam selling Chinese watches as Italian. On balance, owners find Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler to be a cheaply made item with generic designs, with significant concerns raised about product reliability and customer service.
Owners praise the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch for its value, sapphire crystal, and durable build quality, with many appreciating the 39.9mm case size for its smaller, trendy appeal and the raw steel bezel for a vintage look. The bracelet features folded end links, and while the in-house automatic Orient F6722 movement is considered a good workhorse, the watch is not ISO certified for diving, though suitable for swimming. Unless a purple dial is specifically desired, other color options are recommended. On balance, owners rate the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch highly for its appealing design and value proposition in a compact package.
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