Knot Watches CS-36ABKvsLilienthal Berlin The Classic Blue Rose Gold Leather Dark Blue

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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.

Knot Watches CS-36ABK at true scale

CS-36ABK

Lilienthal Berlin The Classic Blue Rose Gold Leather Dark Blue at true scale

The Classic Blue Rose Gold Leather Dark Blue

Diameter

36mm

37.5mm

Thickness

6.5mm

lowest

7.5mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

MSRP

$133

lowest

$199

Movement

Miyota 1L45

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
37.5mm
Thickness
6.5mm
7.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
316L surgical steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Sunburst

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 1L45
n/a
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$133
$199
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Reviews

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

Knot Watches CS-36ABK

Owners widely appreciate the Knot Watches CS-36ABK for its Japan-made construction, sapphire crystal, and the ease of wear from its light weight and soft leather strap, with many also valuing the customization options. However, some find the lugs to be a bit thick, a design choice attributed to the interchangeable strap system, and one owner reported issues with misaligned hands. A few users also criticized the quality of the strap and clasp, with one noting the strap width prevented the use of standard replacements. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches CS-36ABK positively for its wearability and customization, despite some reservations about case proportions and strap quality.

Lilienthal Berlin The Classic Blue Rose Gold Leather Dark Blue

Owners widely praise Lilienthal Berlin's designs for being cool, classy, and minimalistic, with some finding the build quality comparable to more expensive timepieces and good value, especially on sale. The navy blue, rose gold, and leather combination is noted as visually appealing for daily wear. However, the Miyota quartz movement, while considered good, is paired with dial and hands that may lack refined finishing due to machine stamping at this price point, and the leather strap is likely of average quality. Some owners report a lack of lume on certain models, and there are mixed experiences regarding company practices, customer service, and product quality, with some suggesting a decline in standards. Overall, owners rate Lilienthal Berlin The Classic Blue Rose Gold Leather Dark Blue Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America highly for its stylish, minimalist design and perceived value, despite some concerns about finishing and customer service.