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Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold BluevsSerket Watch Co Reef Mariana

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue

Owners broadly praise the Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue for its minimalist design, clean dial, and satisfyingly finished hands at a mid-market price, with many noting good weight and lume and appreciating the aesthetic over competitor field-watch styles. Quality and durability opinions split: some owners report top-notch build and excellent timekeeping, while others have experienced failures like crown detachment or case degradation within a year; one owner found the SuperLuminova applied only to hands rather than dial, and another noted the sharp case edges feel uncomfortable. Customer service is inconsistent — some received excellent support and quick shipping with complimentary extras, while others reported significant delays and poor communication. Overall, the Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue resonates with owners seeking minimalist, award-winning design at an accessible price, though build consistency and after-sales support remain pain points.

Serket Watch Co Reef Mariana

Owners widely praise the Serket Watch Co Reef Mariana for its significant value, citing the sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, and NH35 automatic movement at its price point. Some owners note the bezel turns too easily and suggest the lume could be improved. On balance, owners rate the Serket Watch Co Reef Mariana highly for its bold aesthetic and strong feature set at the price.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue42.5mm
Reef Mariana40mm
Power Reserve
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue
Reef Mariana
Water Resistance
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue50m
Reef Mariana200m
MSRP
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue$209
Reef Mariana$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
40mm
Thickness
0mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Orange
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$209
$449
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