Lucky Harvey Chiming HorsevsOrient Stretto Date
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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.
Chiming Horse
Stretto Date
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.5mm
Thickness
9.8mm
lowest
11.2mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
40h
40h
MSRP
$2,399
$360
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Orient F6722
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Lucky Harvey Chiming Horse for its impressive finishing and gorgeous dial, with one owner noting the chime is surprisingly loud. Some owners find the bracelet links sharp on the inner edges, and the price is considered high by some, with one owner calling it a niche interest priced at a grand. One owner notes great lume and nice details, along with a cool jumping tongue complication. Overall, owners rate the Lucky Harvey Chiming Horse highly for its detailed finishing and dial at the price.
The watch's impressive craftsmanship, specifically its guilloché dial details and mechanical automaton, is a shared strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date for its sharp, clean, and beautiful appearance, with its thin and ergonomic 38.5mm case noted as a particular strength for wearability. It is also recognized as a solid, versatile, and affordable option for everyday wear. Some owners find the design derivative, noting a lack of uniqueness compared to other models. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an accessible price point.
The vibrant sunburst dials and compact 38.5mm case size are consistently praised. The 50m water resistance is noted as a limitation. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any specific points.
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