Movado Series 800 AutomaticvsTrematic T-Five Beigua Maris

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Measurements
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Series 800 Automatic

T-Five Beigua Maris
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,895
$1,165
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
La Joux-Perret G101
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Trematic T-Five Beigua Maris is lauded for its 40mm grade 5 titanium case with mixed finishes and a smooth 120-click bezel action. Reviewers highlight its attractive specifications for the price, including the La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement, and note its well-proportioned 40mm diameter. One owner reported excellent customer service, receiving a replacement watch within a week. However, the Lumicast hour markers' glow duration and brightness are slightly below expectations, and the minute track's design can hinder precise legibility. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Trematic T-Five Beigua Maris highly for its value and build quality, particularly the titanium case and reliable movement.
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