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Makydo Makydo 38vsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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What people say

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Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Makydo 3838mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Makydo 38
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
Water Resistance
Makydo 38150m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Makydo 38$354
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Ronda 1062
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$354
$428
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