Marnaut Safe Harbour 100vsNezumi Studios Baleine

Owners widely praise the Marnaut Safe Harbour 100 for its value at EUR 549, noting the 2-year warranty and Italian leather strap. Reviewers highlight its divisive but fresh sea urchin-inspired dial and 39mm GADA-friendly case size, though one reviewer found the handset could get lost on the busy dial. The tonneau case, despite a 13.2mm thickness, wears well due to its curved mid-case and domed sapphire crystal. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Marnaut Safe Harbour 100 highly for its unique design and strong value proposition within the microbrand segment.

Owners widely praise the Nezumi Studios Baleine for its stylish design updates, comfortable 40mm case size, and the soft feel of its strap, with one owner noting its striking appearance garners significant attention. Reviewers highlight its exceptional value, with the automatic version priced competitively, and appreciate the coin-edged bezel action. The watch features a boxed sapphire crystal, signed crown, buckle, and case back, and a textured matte black dial with applied numerals filled with warm-toned lume. Accuracy figures for the Miyota 9039 movement are stated as -10/+30 seconds per day, though actual performance is expected to be better, with one owner reporting initial fast running that settled. Some owners find the 40mm size ideal, while one wished for a smaller case. The gold DLC coating is a matter of personal preference, though it is acknowledged to be eye-catching. The included leather strap did not hold up well to sunscreen for one owner.