Merkur IntagliovsMerkur Salmon Watch

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Measurements
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Intaglio

Salmon Watch
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
19mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$129
lowest
$130
Movement
Manual
Manual
Case
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Merkur Intaglio Watch owners praise its design and value, with one owner noting the K1 crystal offers a vintage feel. The manual-wind movement is a standard Chinese mechanical variation, though some owners report quality control issues with the Merkur line. Accuracy varies, with one owner seeing approximately +9 seconds per day. On balance, owners find the Merkur Intaglio Watch to be a satisfying value proposition, primarily for its design and price point.
Merkur Salmon Watch owners widely praise its gorgeous, unique salmon-colored dial and charming vintage style. The 38mm manual wind timepiece is considered a pleasing, if somewhat dressy, Chinese-made watch with applied indices and a high crystal that owners find fun and interesting. It is described as keeping fantastic time, with one owner reporting approximately +9 seconds per day. Some owners note challenging communication and long delivery times from China, and one owner experienced issues with the beads of rice bracelet's end links. The movement is considered reliable and robust, though servicing might be difficult. Overall, owners rate the Merkur Salmon Watch highly for its charming vintage style and quality craftsmanship at an affordable price.
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