Manufaktur Waldhoff OlympusvsManufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Olympus at true scale

Olympus

Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic at true scale

Ultramatic

Diameter

43mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

lowest

13.8mm

Water Resistance

n/a

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$759

lowest

$1,599

Movement

Miyota 9100

Peacock 5211

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Diameter
43mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
n/a
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Pearl

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9100
Peacock 5211
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
n/a
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$759
$1,599
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Reviews

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Manufaktur Waldhoff Olympus

Owners praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Olympus for its presentation and value, with one owner finding it beautiful and noting its complications, particularly the power reserve indicator, feel great on the wrist. Some owners question the "Made in Germany" claim due to Chinese parts and assembly, with one owner noting the brand reacted defensively to this observation. The brand owner's history of multiple projects does not inspire confidence for some. On balance, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Olympus highly for its presentation and value, despite questions surrounding its German manufacturing claims.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic

Owners widely praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic's visual appeal and the Peacock 5211 manual-wind movement, which is reported to look and run well, keeping good time. However, some owners criticize the excessive dial text and the bracelet's fit. The value proposition is considered questionable by some, particularly when compared to more affordable alternatives with similar Chinese movements. On balance, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic positively for its attractive design and reliable movement, though dial text and bracelet fit are points of contention.