Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver WatchvsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre

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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 Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch at true scale

Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre at true scale

Sceptre

Diameter

41.8mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.8mm

n/a

Thickness

12.8mm

12.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

40h

40h

MSRP

$375

lowest

$399

Movement

Orient F6922

Miyota 9039

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41.8mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.65mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient 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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Reviews

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Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

The Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch is widely praised for its excellent value, attractive dials in various finishes like black gradient, matte blue, and sparkling turquoise, and the inclusion of a sapphire crystal. Owners note the bracelet is surprisingly quiet and smooth, and the watch wears well on smaller wrists. Some find the traditional circle indices less unique than other models and one owner considers the dolphin engraving on the caseback underwhelming. A reviewer flags the stock bracelet as a weak point, though the watch is praised for good quality control and fit/finish. Accuracy figures range from +1/+2 seconds per day to about -6 seconds per day, with some owners noting a "grindy" or less smooth hand-winding feel compared to other watches. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch highly for its striking aesthetics and robust build at an affordable price point.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre for its attractive retro aesthetic, solid feel, and excellent quality for the price, with many receiving positive comments on its appearance. The unboxing experience is noted as top-notch, and the bracelet's build quality and micro-adjustments are appreciated, though some question its value against cheaper options. One owner finds the canvas strap complements the less shiny steel case, contributing to comfortable daily wear. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre highly for its strong retro design and impressive execution at its price point.

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