Orient Classic WatchvsSpecht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0028 Automatic
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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.
Classic Watch
Specht & Söhne SP0028 Automatic
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
40m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
40h
42h
highest
MSRP
$245
$196
lowest
Movement
Orient F6722
Miyota 8215
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished case, and classy signed crown, making it an ideal and versatile choice for suiting up or daily wear. One enthusiast specifically appreciates its modern 40mm case size. The crown operates smoothly, though it is not screw-down. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, retro-styled timepiece that offers great value.
Owners praise the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0028 Automatic as a respectful homage to its inspiration, with one owner noting decent finishing on their example. However, some in the community report inconsistent finishing on models from the brand. One user experienced a lengthy shipping delay and an undeliverable email inquiry when ordering directly from the website. Overall, owners appreciate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0028 Automatic for its design and value as an homage piece, tempered by concerns over brand-wide finishing consistency and potential ordering issues.
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