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Magrette Moana Pacific Professional KaravsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Moana Pacific Professional Kara
MagretteMoana Pacific Professional Kara
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Moana Pacific Professional Kara44mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Moana Pacific Professional Kara
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Moana Pacific Professional Kara500m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Moana Pacific Professional Kara
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
15.3mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
41mm
Lug Width
24mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
STP1-11
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$218

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What people say

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Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara

The Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara is widely praised for its exceptional value, with reviewers highlighting its premium feel and attention to detail at its $595 price point. Owners and reviewers alike commend the comfortable 44mm brushed steel case, excellent lume, and the technical, tool-like appearance. The inclusion of a Swiss STP caliber STP1-11 automatic movement is noted, though its practical performance difference from previous movements is considered minimal. Some reviewers point out that the design language borrows heavily from other brands, and one owner noted the absence of the signature red-lined leather strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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