Orient AC0Q-40 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 AC0Q-40 Diver Watch at true scale

AC0Q-40 Diver Watch

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre at true scale

Sceptre

Diameter

39.9mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

n/a

Thickness

12.8mm

12.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

40h

40h

MSRP

$370

lowest

$399

Movement

Orient F6722

Miyota 9039

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.9mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.65mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6722
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
22
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$399
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Reviews

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Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch

Owners praise the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch for its value, sapphire crystal, and durable build quality, with many appreciating the 39.9mm case size for its smaller, trendy appeal and the raw steel bezel for a vintage look. The bracelet features folded end links, and while the in-house automatic Orient F6722 movement is considered a good workhorse, the watch is not ISO certified for diving, though suitable for swimming. Unless a purple dial is specifically desired, other color options are recommended. On balance, owners rate the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch highly for its appealing design and value proposition in a compact package.

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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