Knot Watches CS-36SV SeriesvsOrient 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-36SV Series at true scale

CS-36SV Series

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

$120

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
Blue-green
White

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$285
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Reviews

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Knot Watches CS-36SV Series

Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series owners praise its solid quality, clean aesthetic, and consistent small seconds hand. The watch is noted for its lightness and comfortable leather strap, with one owner finding it a satisfying purchase. Some owners highlight the interchangeable 18mm straps as a positive feature, though one reviewer found the lugs to be a bit thick, potentially compromising proportions. The watch offers surprisingly good quality and finishing for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series highly for its satisfying wearability and good value.

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.

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