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Orient Classic WatchvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Classic Watch
OrientClassic Watch
MSRP $245
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Watch40mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Classic Watch40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Classic Watch100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Classic Watch$245
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
11.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
F6722
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
22
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$428

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What people say

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Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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