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Hitori HabukavsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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What people say

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Hitori Habuka

Owners widely praise the Hitori Habuka for its Grand Seiko-inspired dial and design, with one owner highlighting its bracelet as exceptional for the price. The watch features a mix of brushed and polished finishes, and owners appreciate the solid, screwed links contributing to a satisfying heft. However, the Hitori Habuka lacks lume on the dial and hands, and some find the dial design unconvincing compared to its high-end inspiration, with criticism also directed at the minute markers. Overall, owners rate the Hitori Habuka highly for its impressive bracelet and finishing efforts at an affordable price point.

From video reviewers

The dial's textured finish, resembling the Grand Seiko Snowflake, is a notable strength. Reviewers expressed a desire for higher water resistance, specifically 100m instead of the current 50m.

Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Habuka39mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Habuka41h
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Habuka100m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Habuka$438
Solent Timer$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$438
$399
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