Movado Series 800 AutomaticvsResco UDT Diver - DLC Titanium

Owners widely praise the Movado Series 800 Automatic for its fantastic appearance and durability over years of wear, with one owner noting it looks great and functions well within a $400 budget. Some owners consider it a good luck charm. A reviewer describes the quartz chronographs in the Series 800 line as tool-watch looking with a dive watch feel, featuring polished elements and a sunray dial. One owner notes that some lumed indices are cut off and date wheels are not color-matched. Owners question its value proposition compared to other brands, with second-hand prices ranging from $400-800€. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Movado Series 800 Automatic well for its aesthetic appeal and perceived durability over time.

Owners widely appreciate the Resco UDT Diver - DLC Titanium's strong, customizable cases and unique dial with 0.2-second indices and a trident second hand. One owner notes the DLC coating on titanium may show surface scratches, similar to bare titanium, though the reason is unclear. This owner also finds the watch not great value for money, despite appreciating the veteran-owned company and the UDT's versatility on different straps. On balance, owners value the UDT Diver - DLC Titanium for its robust build and distinctive dial design, despite some reservations about its price-to-movement ratio.