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Galo Novo CruisinvsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488
Sceptre S2
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre S2
MSRP $507

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novo Cruisin39mm
Sceptre S242mm
Power Reserve
Novo Cruisin42h
Sceptre S242h
Water Resistance
Novo Cruisin100m
Sceptre S2200m
MSRP
Novo Cruisin$488
Sceptre S2$507

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Cream
Texture
Layered sector dial
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$507

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What people say

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Galo Novo Cruisin

Owners widely praise the Galo Novo Cruisin's attractive specs and price, with many calling it a perfect summer watch and appreciating its clean, refreshing, and beautiful design. The bronze case variant features "killer lume" that glows blue-green and looks great in the sun, and the watch is comfortable enough for constant wear. However, owners are split on the 38mm/39mm sizing, with some finding it too small and others preferring sub-40mm cases. Significant frustration exists regarding Galo's communication, with owners citing rolling delays, a perceived lack of transparency, and misleading timelines, leading to a negative customer service impression and some considering order cancellations. One owner noted their crown does not screw in. Overall, owners rate the Galo Novo Cruisin highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite significant concerns about production communication and transparency.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2's unique design, with particular admiration for its face, bezel, and distinctive orange chapter ring with "+" hour markers. The bracelet's finish and micro-adjustments are noted as well-executed, contributing to a solid feel and versatility for daily wear. However, some enthusiasts find the 42mm diameter wears large due to the expansive dial and thin bezel. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2 highly for its striking aesthetics and solid build at its price point.

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