Melbourne Watch Company LonsdalevsOrient Symphony III
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Measurements
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Lonsdale

Symphony III
Diameter
42mm
41.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Thickness
12mm
lowest
12.1mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
40h
40h
MSRP
$294
$240
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Orient F6722
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Melbourne Watch Company Lonsdale for its excellent finishing and quality, with particular appreciation for the appealing blue sunray dial and the wearability of the rose gold case. One owner notes the watch arrived in a wooden display case with a leather interior, and another highlights the sophistication offered by the stainless steel bracelet. The navy leather strap is also mentioned as a complement to the blue hands. On balance, owners rate the Melbourne Watch Company Lonsdale highly for its overall quality and versatile design at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Orient Symphony III for its value, classic design with modern touches, and elegant dial, noting its sub-$150 price tag and polished case make it appear more expensive. Some owners find the all-silver model feminine and suggest a darker dial, while others describe the included bracelet as flimsy and recommend aftermarket straps. Accuracy is a point of contention, with one owner reporting significant gains of up to 83 seconds in 48 hours. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony III highly for its dressy aesthetic and perceived value, despite some reservations about the bracelet and timekeeping consistency.
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