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Orient KamasuvsVario Futurist

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

Kamasu
OrientKamasu
MSRP $375
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kamasu41.8mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Kamasu40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Kamasu200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Kamasu$375
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41.8mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
F6922
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
22
25
Complications
Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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