Lilienthal Berlin Octachrono – Blue OrangevsWolbrook Outrider Automatic

Lilienthal Berlin is praised for its award-winning minimalist and Bauhaus design, with owners appreciating its clean aesthetic and interesting colorways, such as the blue and orange sunburst dial. Some find the build quality comparable to more expensive watches, and one owner reports losing only about 4 minutes per year. However, owners are split on value, with some suggesting alternatives from brands like Seiko or Citizen, and others finding it a good buy, especially with discounts. Multiple owners report significant shipping delays and unresponsive customer support, with some deeming the brand's sales tactics and product quality suspect. The crystal is described as "sapphire hardened mineral crystal" or "sapphire-hardened mineral glass" rather than true sapphire. Overall, owners rate Lilienthal Berlin highly for its striking design and good finishing, though concerns about customer service and shipping times persist.

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Outrider Automatic for its appealing design, citing the legible dials in blue or French Army Green, date at 6 o'clock, and classic field watch aesthetic with well-executed brushed and polished finishes. The 39.5mm case is noted as comfortable and reliable for daily wear, with a versatile 20mm lug width facilitating strap changes, and the beads of rice bracelet is specifically called out as fantastic. The Miyota 8315 movement is described as accurate, with hacking and hand winding, and offers a 60-hour power reserve; however, some owners suggest a Sellita SW200 would be more appropriate for the price point of $790 AUD, given the use of a Miyota 82 series movement. Accuracy figures reported range from -10 seconds/day to within ±15 seconds per day.