March LA.B AM2 ÉlectriquevsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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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.

March LA.B AM2 Électrique at true scale

AM2 Électrique

Seiko Essentials Quartz at true scale

Essentials Quartz

Diameter

39mm

40.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

n/a

8.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$945

$265

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Movement

Quartz (Ronda)

Seiko 6N52

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40.2mm
Thickness
n/a
8.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on Hands

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Quartz (Ronda)
Seiko 6N52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$945
$265
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

March LA.B AM2 Électrique

The March LA.B AM2 Électrique is noted for its unique design, with one reviewer highlighting the burgundy dial and Mustang-inspired strap, while another praises the uncommon personality of the titanium model. The watch features a 39mm case with 100m water resistance and a quartz movement. Some reviewers point to a fingerprint-resistant coating on the titanium variant and the striking 3D lume markers on the carbon model. One early piece showed red color wear-off near the lugs. Sizing the titanium bracelet requires special tools due to double-sided screws, and its vintage jewelry clasp is less secure than modern deployants. Overall, reviewers appreciate the March LA.B AM2 Électrique's distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with the unique dial and case materials being key selling points.

Seiko Essentials Quartz

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz for its exceptional value and convenience, highlighting its thin case that easily fits under cuffs. The watch is noted for its high quality and comfort, particularly the titanium variant with a mesh bracelet weighing only 50g and featuring a sapphire crystal and 10 bar water resistance. However, some owners observe that polished surfaces can develop fine swirls from daily wear, and the gold plating on certain variants may wear off edges over time. The bracelet on the titanium model has smaller center links, creating wider gaps than its steel counterpart. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its value and comfortable, slim wearability.