Orient FAA02008D9vsZelos Mako V3 300m Ti 'Blue MOP'

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Orient FAA02008D9 at true scale

FAA02008D9

Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti 'Blue MOP' at true scale

Mako V3 300m Ti 'Blue MOP'

Diameter

47mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

n/a

11.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$265

lowest

$599

Movement

Automatic

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
47mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265
$599
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Reviews

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Orient FAA02008D9

The Orient FAA02008D9 is praised for its hands and dial, with owners finding it a versatile everyday and business-casual watch. One owner notes its $175 price point, while another considers its $230 price high compared to alternatives. The Pepsi bezel design is praised for its accurate representation of decompression minutes. One owner expressed concern about its mineral crystal. The D9 variant is recommended for US buyers to ensure warranty support. Overall, owners rate the Orient FAA02008D9 highly for its versatile design and dial at the price.

Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti 'Blue MOP'

The Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti 'Blue MOP' is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners and reviewers highlighting the quality and attention to detail for its price point. The lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and slim 11.5mm profile are noted as significant strengths, contributing to its wearability. Reviewers specifically commend the bold design, impressive dial textures, applied indexes, and luminous materials. One owner reports no significant scratches on the case, apart from minor hairlines on the caseback. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti 'Blue MOP' highly for its outstanding build quality and design flair at an accessible price.

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