Orion Watches TesseractvsOrient Stretto Date

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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.

Orion Watches Tesseract at true scale

Tesseract

Orient Stretto Date at true scale

Stretto Date

Diameter

39mm

38.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

45.5mm

lowest

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

11.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$2,550

$360

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9039

Orient F6722

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45.5mm
Material
n/a
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
n/a
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
White

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,550
$360
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Orion Watches Tesseract

Owners widely praise the Orion Watches Tesseract's 39mm dimensions for excellent wearability and appreciate the brushed and polished finishing on the case and bezel. The milled dial features sharp edges and striking visuals, with a milled nameplate exhibiting hand-finished anglage and polished surfaces contrasted by matte cut patterns. Some find the $4,000 price point steep given the Miyota 9039 movement, which is also used in less expensive watches. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orion Watches Tesseract highly for its refined finishing and comfortable wearability at the price point.

Orient Stretto Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date for its sharp, clean, and beautiful appearance, with its thin and ergonomic 38.5mm case noted as a particular strength for wearability. It is also recognized as a solid, versatile, and affordable option for everyday wear. Some owners find the design derivative, noting a lack of uniqueness compared to other models. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The vibrant sunburst dials and compact 38.5mm case size are consistently praised. The 50m water resistance is noted as a limitation. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any specific points.

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