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Lorier MerlinvsMomentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38

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What people say

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Lorier Merlin

Owners widely praise the Lorier Merlin for its vintage-inspired 37mm case, heat-blued hands, raised numerals, and hesalite crystal. The watch is noted for its comfortable wear, with some finding it wears large despite its size and even thinner on a two-piece strap. Drilled lug holes and a locking bezel are also appreciated features. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +8 seconds per day, while others do not specify. Some owners find the dual-crown design unappealing or the case chunky, with the 37mm size feeling small for a dive bezel watch, though others find it perfect for smaller wrists. The supplied strap and its hardware are considered cheap by one owner, and the bezel action is described as light and hollow. A desire for a sapphire crystal option at the price point is mentioned by some, while others prefer the hesalite for its vintage look. On balance, owners and the community rate the Lorier Merlin highly for its authentic vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear.

Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38

Owners widely praise the Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38 for its perfect 38mm size, lightweight titanium case, and excellent readability with its pilot-style dial and simple layout. The solar-powered quartz movement is appreciated for its quick charging and low maintenance, with one owner noting better lume than a previous Tissot. The watch is frequently described as a comfortable, no-frills daily wear or GADA watch that disappears on the wrist. Some owners find the branding excessive, the original leather strap stiff, and the bracelet cheap-feeling with limited adjustment. One owner reported a faulty solar movement requiring service, and another noted a small piece of fluff inside the case. Overall, owners rate the Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38 highly for its comfortable wearability and value as a solar-powered field watch.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered quartz movement and lightweight titanium case are praised. The lume is considered weak. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring the 38mm and others the 44mm version.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merlin36mm
Atlas Eclipse Solar 3838mm
Power Reserve
Merlin
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38
Water Resistance
Merlin50m
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38100m
MSRP
Merlin$549
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38$235

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VS42
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$235
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