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Orient KamasuvsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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What people say

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Orient Kamasu

Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its excellent value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and attractive design featuring applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its strong lume, hacking and hand-winding movement, sapphire crystal, and sub-42mm dimensions. Some owners note a rattle, a crown that can be hard to grip, and a bezel with noticeable play or a tendency to become sticky. The bracelet is frequently criticized for its hollow end links and pressed clasp, though opinions on its taper vary. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from approximately +15 seconds per day to more precise timekeeping. Overall, owners rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.

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.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kamasu41.8mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Kamasu40h
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Kamasu200m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Kamasu$375
Solent Timer$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41.8mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
F6922
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
22
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$399
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