Maen Manhattan 40vsSpecht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0033Q Quartz
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Measurements
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Manhattan 40
Specht & Söhne SP0033Q Quartz
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
40.5mm
Thickness
n/a
8.9mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
$799
$122
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Seiko VH31
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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 Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0033Q Quartz for its weighty, well-made feel and acceptable finishing for the price, noting its thin profile due to the quartz movement. One owner describes the quartz chronograph as "baller" and appreciates the lack of sharp edges. On balance, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0033Q Quartz highly for its satisfying build quality and value, fulfilling a desire for a specific aesthetic at an accessible price point.
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