Laco Amazonas 42vsMovado Series 800 Automatic

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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.

Laco Amazonas 42 at true scale

Amazonas 42

Movado Series 800 Automatic at true scale

Series 800 Automatic

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$1,200

lowest

$1,895

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$1,895
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Reviews

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

Laco Amazonas 42

Owners widely praise the Laco Amazonas 42 for its attractive price and high-contrast electric lime green dial, which is noted to be stunning in low light. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its robust feel and value. Some owners find the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor to be a bit noisy due to free-spinning. One reviewer would have preferred a blasted finish over the brushed one for a more tool-like identity, and found the bracelet clasp hinges a bit loose, though forgivable given the price. On balance, owners rate the Laco Amazonas 42 highly for its vibrant dial and overall value proposition.

Movado Series 800 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Movado Series 800 Automatic for its fantastic appearance and durability over years of wear, with one owner noting it looks great and functions well within a $400 budget. Some owners consider it a good luck charm. A reviewer describes the quartz chronographs in the Series 800 line as tool-watch looking with a dive watch feel, featuring polished elements and a sunray dial. One owner notes that some lumed indices are cut off and date wheels are not color-matched. Owners question its value proposition compared to other brands, with second-hand prices ranging from $400-800€. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Movado Series 800 Automatic well for its aesthetic appeal and perceived durability over time.