Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Moonphase DatevsSeagull Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm

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Measurements
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Manufacture Classic Moonphase Date

Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
MSRP
$17,995
$611
lowest
Movement
Frederique Constant FC-716
ST1818
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Moonphase Date for its attractive dial, in-house movement, and value within the sub-$5,000 price range, with one owner calling it the best moonphase watch under that threshold. The watch is noted for its clean styling and suitability as a dress watch, with some owners appreciating its 40mm size for thinner wrists. However, reviewers and owners alike have flagged the case size and thickness as being potentially too large for a traditional dress watch, with one reviewer noting a 42mm case size and 12.4mm thickness. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Moonphase Date highly for its attractive in-house movement and dial execution at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Seagull Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm for its classy, elegant design and excellent value, with many calling it a potential favorite dress watch. The 12.7mm thickness is considered well-proportioned to the 40mm case. The moonphase complication is a highlight, though owners note it requires manual adjustment by setting the date and moon position one day prior and is considered a pain to set. Some find the dial text crowded at the 6 o'clock position. Overall, owners rate the Seagull Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm highly for its beautiful dial and true moonphase complication at its price point.
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