Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra ThinvsTimex Noah x Timex Oval Moon Phase
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Measurements
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Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin
Noah x Timex Oval Moon Phase
Diameter
34mm
35mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
18mm
Thickness
6.4mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
MSRP
$1,519
$228
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Timex quartz (moonphase)
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin as a unique and well-priced piece. Some owners criticize the dial for being too small and lacking indices, with one owner calling the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin "hideous with a good movement." The movement is automatic. Overall, owners rate the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin highly for its value and unique design, despite some finding the dial too small.
Owners widely praise the Timex Noah x Timex Oval Moon Phase for its gorgeous design and "wow" factor, with specific acclaim for the sharp dial markers, hands, gold accents, numerals, and date window, alongside solid fit and finish. The mesh bracelet is also noted as looking great. However, setting the moonphase complication is frequently described as difficult and tedious, sometimes requiring winding the date forward 24 hours or even a trip to a repair shop for a stuck second hand, with one owner noting the absence of a manual. Overall, owners rate the Timex Noah x Timex Oval Moon Phase highly for its stunning aesthetics and value, despite the challenging moonphase adjustment.
The oval case design with beveled dauphine hands and applied faceted indices delivers strong Golden Ellipse aesthetics at an accessible price point. The quartz moon phase tracks more accurately than many mechanical alternatives. The 31mm case width presents a significant wearability consideration that may limit its appeal to those preferring larger proportions.
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