Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Perpetual CalendarvsOris Automatic 7445

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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.

Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar at true scale

Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar

Oris Automatic 7445 at true scale

Automatic 7445

Diameter

40mm

35mm

Thickness

12.1mm

11.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$9,995

n/a

Movement

Frederique Constant FC-776

ETA 2824-2

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
35mm
Thickness
12.1mm
11.4mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Open

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Cream
Texture
n/a
Guilloche
Indices
n/a
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Frederique Constant FC-776
ETA 2824-2
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,995
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar

The Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar is widely praised for its value proposition, offering a perpetual calendar complication with an in-house movement at an accessible price point, typically under $10,000 or €8,000. Owners and reviewers highlight its refined, classic design and comfortable, legible wearability on the wrist. The FC-776 automatic movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve, and the 40mm case size is generally well-received. Some sources mention the brown alligator strap as a matter of personal taste, with a suggestion for a dark blue alternative. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Perpetual Calendar highly for its impressive value in delivering a complex horological complication at a competitive price.

Oris Automatic 7445

Owners appreciate the vintage Oris SA 7445's dial patina and exhibition case back. The Oris Automatic 7445 is a 35mm automatic watch with an ETA 2824-2 movement and 100m water resistance. Overall, owners value the Oris Automatic 7445 for its vintage dial aesthetics and display case back.