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Maen Manhattan 37 IFL EditionvsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Manhattan 37 IFL Edition
MaenManhattan 37 IFL Edition
MSRP $1,199
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Manhattan 37 IFL Edition37mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Manhattan 37 IFL Edition40h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Manhattan 37 IFL Edition100m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Manhattan 37 IFL Edition$1,199
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
9.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
IFL.01
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 6T33
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,199
$888

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What people say

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Maen Manhattan 37 IFL Edition

Maen Manhattan is praised for its value at $1,499, featuring a slim 9.3mm case, 100m water resistance, and a comfortable integrated bracelet. Owners highlight its simple design and automatic movement.

From video reviewers

The hand-painted dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is not particularly bright. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition at the $1,499 price point.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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