Lorier ZephyrvsMaen Manhattan Ultra Thin

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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.

Lorier Zephyr at true scale

Zephyr

Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin at true scale

Manhattan Ultra Thin

Diameter

36mm

37mm

Thickness

n/a

7.1mm

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

$549

lowest

$1,159

Movement

Automatic

Manual

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
n/a
7.1mm
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
M2.2.1

Movement

1 specs
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$1,159
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Reviews

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

Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its refined, uniquely shaped 36mm case and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting the stunning guilloche-style dial. Some owners note the Miyota automatic movement's rotor can be audibly noisy. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its unique case design and dial finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin for its attractive integrated bracelet, slim profile, and novel dial textures, with specific mentions of a blue tapestry dial and a hammered "Tuscan" dial. The watch is noted for its elegant, vintage-inspired styling and comfortable wearability, especially given its thin case. Some reviewers desire a small seconds sub-dial or a 38mm case option, and one owner found the black text on a vertically striped dial difficult to read. The integrated bracelet is noted to lack a quick-release system, and one review suggests the 47mm lug-to-lug distance makes the 37mm case wear larger than its dimensions. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA Pesaux 7001 movement with a power reserve of approximately 42 hours or two days. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin highly for its elegant design and slim profile at its price point.

From video reviewers

The ultra-thin profile is a standout feature. The value proposition is a point of discussion.

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