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Lilienthal Berlin Neolux Day Date – Dark Silver BluevsOrient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

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Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
OrientMako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $375
What people say

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Lilienthal Berlin Neolux Day Date – Dark Silver Blue

Owners widely praise Lilienthal Berlin for its award-winning minimalist design and value, particularly when purchased at a discount, with one owner noting the Meteorite IV model looks as good as a much more expensive watch. Some owners appreciate the blue and orange sunburst dial and good finishing, while others find the dial and hands machine-stamped without polished edges and the leather quality basic. Owners report sharp case edges causing skin irritation and difficult-to-remove strap pins, with one finding it unwearable due to discomfort, though another enjoyed the clean design and good lume. The brand's minimalist aesthetic is praised, but some models lack lume, and some owners have experienced significant shipping delays and unresponsive customer support, with some describing the company as potentially fraudulent. Overall, owners rate Lilienthal Berlin highly for its Bauhaus-inspired design and perceived value, though concerns about quality and customer service are noted.

Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch for its excellent value, attractive dials with gradient effects, sapphire crystal, and 200m water resistance. The bracelet is noted by some as surprisingly quiet and smooth, and the watch is considered to wear well on smaller wrists. Some owners find the traditional circle indices less unique than other models, and a few note minor issues like slightly misaligned chapter markers or a "grindy" hand-winding feel. Overall, owners rate the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Neolux Day Date – Dark Silver Blue42.5mm
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Neolux Day Date – Dark Silver Blue40h
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Neolux Day Date – Dark Silver Blue50m
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Neolux Day Date – Dark Silver Blue$479
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42.5mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8205
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$479
$375
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