Knut Gadd HexagonvsSwatch Something New
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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.
Hexagon
Something New
Diameter
28mm
25mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
31.4mm
Thickness
7mm
7mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
MSRP
$219
$65
lowest
Movement
Quartz
Quartz
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Knut Gadd HEXAGON for its minimalistic design and value, with one owner noting the leather strap offers superior comfort compared to metal clasps. The watch is seen as better made than some competitors, though one owner questions if its quality justifies the $350 price. Another owner found the watch to be a simple and affordable must-have, appreciating its design over more expensive brands due to budget constraints. Overall, owners rate the Knut Gadd HEXAGON highly for its minimalistic aesthetic and value proposition.
The Swatch Something New is viewed as a fun fashion watch with a simple quartz movement, plastic case, and 30m water resistance, suitable for matching an outfit or as a travel novelty. One owner advises avoiding Swatch due to perceived iffy quality control, though acknowledges the brand's history and increased durability over time. Overall, owners view the Swatch Something New as a novelty fashion item rather than a serious timepiece.
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