Melbourne Watch Company CarltonvsSpecht & Sohne Chrono BR Quartz - White Color
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Measurements
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Carlton

Chrono BR Quartz - White Color
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Thickness
11mm
11mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$294
$189
lowest
Movement
Ronda 5021.D
Seiko VK63
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Melbourne Watch Company Carlton for its stunning rose gold color, immaculate dial, and excellent fit and finishing, with many appreciating its retro style and comfortable bracelet. The watch is considered good value at around $500 AUD, with its quartz movement offering lower cost and reduced servicing needs. Some owners note the 42mm case wears large, and one reviewer wished this characteristic was less pronounced on the rose gold variant. Overall, owners rate the Melbourne Watch Company Carlton highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived quality at the price point.
Owners report mixed experiences with the Specht & Sohne Chrono BR Quartz - White Color, with one owner praising it as a top contender in its price bracket while another cites poor quality and QC. Some owners note rough brushing and a strap that attracts dust. One owner prefers the quartz for its thinness. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Chrono BR Quartz - White Color as a budget-friendly chronograph option, though quality control concerns are noted by some.
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