Maen Manhattan 40vsOLTO-8 SHOT Skeleton Automatic Watch

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Measurements
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Manhattan 40

SHOT Skeleton Automatic Watch
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Thickness
n/a
14.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$799
$400
lowest
Movement
Automatic
ST2502K
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Maen Manhattan 40's thin case and unique dial, with one owner finding the ice blue dial similar to other watches. Some owners suggest the 40mm size may be too large for smaller wrists, with a preference for the 39mm version. One owner notes issues with the crown snagging and winding action. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Maen Manhattan 40 appealing for its design and value.
Owners widely praise the OLTO-8 SHOT Skeleton Automatic Watch for its striking, "crazy" yet not over-the-top style, featuring a cool black movement and a well-holed silicone strap. Reviewers note the nice polish and slim profile, with one owner appreciating the changing numbers complication and its appearance in person, though another finds the recessed numerals unappealing. Some owners report noticeable rotor noise from the automatic movement, while one experienced a movement failure within a month and cited poor customer service. On balance, owners rate the OLTO-8 SHOT Skeleton Automatic Watch positively for its unique aesthetic and slim wearability, despite isolated concerns about movement reliability and customer support.
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