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Galo Novo CruisinvsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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

Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488
Solent Timer
Marloe Watch CompanySolent Timer
MSRP $507

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novo Cruisin39mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Novo Cruisin42h
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Novo Cruisin100m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Novo Cruisin$488
Solent Timer$507

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Brushed and polished
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
Natulite

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

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 Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

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