Orient Symphony IVvsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0043 Automatic
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Measurements
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Symphony IV
Söhne SP0043 Automatic
Diameter
41.6mm
37mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.3mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
11.7mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
40h
42h
highest
MSRP
$325
$248
lowest
Movement
Orient F6722
Miyota 8215
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 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 Symphony IV for its excellent value, refined appearance, and in-house automatic movement. Some owners note it wears smaller than its 41.6mm case size, and one owner reports accuracy of about -20 seconds per day. A preference exists for darker dial variants, and some wish for a smaller case size option. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony IV highly for its impressive finishing and value at its price point.
The Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic is noted for its "bling" aesthetic, which some enthusiasts find appealing. It includes a zippered case and a link removal tool. Owners report a significant delay in shipping and issues with customer service email deliverability when ordering directly from the website. The automatic version was purchased, with the quartz version priced around $74 USD. The watch is described as an Oris homage rather than a Tank watch. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic positively for its distinctive aesthetic and included accessories, despite shipping and customer service concerns.
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