Manufaktur Waldhoff RegentvsOrient Classic Semi Skeleton
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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.
Regent
Classic Semi Skeleton
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
n/a
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
30m
30m
Power Reserve
42h
50h
highest
MSRP
$368
lowest
$625
Movement
Seiko NH38
Orient F6724
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Manufaktur Waldhoff Regent is praised as an affordable, no-frills dress watch. Owners report it is a fair deal at $579 with three extra straps, though questions arise about its "Made in Germany" claim. The brand owner's history of 7 projects created and 1 backed does not inspire confidence. Overall, owners find the Manufaktur Waldhoff Regent to be a fair deal for a dress watch, despite some concerns about its origin claims and brand history.
Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Semi Skeleton for its attractive dial options, with the blue and green/gold variants specifically called out as eye-catching. The inclusion of a sapphire crystal and open caseback are also frequently highlighted as desirable features for the price. One owner noted the watch comes with both leather and steel straps.
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