Orient KannovsSquale 1521

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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 Kanno at true scale

Kanno

Squale 1521 at true scale

1521

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.5mm

n/a

Thickness

12.9mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

500m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

highest

38h

MSRP

$320

lowest

$1,265

Movement

Orient F6922

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
12.9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
500m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6922
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
22
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$320
$1,265
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Reviews

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

Orient Kanno

Owners widely praise the Orient Kanno's refined styling and build quality, noting its elegant design with dual rectangular markers at 12 and rectangular indices. The bezel color is also a point of appreciation. While the 44mm case and 50mm lug-to-lug are considered large by some, the mineral crystal has proven durable, resisting scratches for over a year of use. Owners report excellent value, though the bracelets are a frequent complaint. Overall, owners rate the Orient Kanno highly for its refined style and build quality at its price point.

Squale 1521

Owners widely praise the Squale 1521 for its classic look and robust build, with specific mentions of its wearable 12.5mm thickness and refined case finishing. The 42mm case is noted by some to wear smaller, closer to 40mm, due to short lugs, feeling solid without being too large. However, opinions on the bracelet vary, with some finding it too flashy or stiff, and one owner reported moisture ingress after a shower due to a loose case back. The crown can be difficult to operate due to deep integration, and the 38-hour power reserve is considered old-school but reliable. Overall, owners rate the Squale 1521 highly for its classic design and wearability, despite some reservations about the bracelet and crown.

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