Knot Watches CS-36MRGOWvsOrient Stretto Date Solar

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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-36MRGOW at true scale

CS-36MRGOW

Orient Stretto Date Solar at true scale

Stretto Date Solar

Diameter

36mm

32.1mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

39mm

Thickness

6.5mm

lowest

7.1mm

Water Resistance

30m

30m

MSRP

$102

lowest

$285

Movement

Miyota 1L45

Seiko VS224

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
32.1mm
Thickness
6.5mm
7.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
39mm
Lug Width
18mm
16mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Off White
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 1L45
Seiko VS224
Type
Quartz
Solar
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$102
$285
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Reviews

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

Knot Watches CS-36MRGOW

Owners widely praise the Knot Watches CS-36MRGOW for its classy design and impressive build quality for a Japanese quartz watch. The light weight and comfortable strap are frequently highlighted as key wearability benefits. One owner notes the red dial with gold sprinkles is particularly appealing. However, a non-standard 17.9mm lug width limits strap options, and one owner expressed disappointment with the strap, clasp, and engraving quality. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches CS-36MRGOW highly for its appealing aesthetics and comfortable wearability, despite some concerns regarding strap and accessory quality.

Orient Stretto Date Solar

Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date Solar for its refined, classy look, beautiful textured dial that shines, and overall value at a great price, with some appreciating its simple, mechanical, and light design. One owner notes the sapphire crystal, day and date complications, and excellent movement. However, some find the design generic and derivative, and one owner describes it as appearing like a children's watch with a noisy strap. The bracelet clasp offers limited micro-adjustment, and some commenters wish for a larger case size. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date Solar highly for its attractive dial and value at the price.