Orient HeliosvsSeagull Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm
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Measurements
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Helios

Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Thickness
12mm
12mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
40h
n/a
MSRP
$335
lowest
$611
Movement
Orient FT622
ST1818
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Orient Helios for its attractive design, particularly its mesmerizing open-heart dial and vibrant gradient options, which are considered well-integrated and a signature element. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value, with many feeling it exceeds its price point and offers great quality and finishing. The 40.5mm case is noted to wear smaller than expected and comfortably, with some owners appreciating its thin profile. Accuracy is reported to be around 5-6 seconds fast per day. Some owners wish for a date window for added practicality, while others prefer its absence for aesthetic balance. The stock bracelet fit is a point of contention for some, with suggestions to upgrade to a strap. The Orient Helios is considered a stylish and affordable automatic watch, particularly for those new to mechanical timepieces. Overall, owners rate the Orient Helios highly for its captivating open-heart dial and impressive value at its price point.
The Orient Helios features an appealing open-heart dial with a gradient effect. Reviewers found the 38mm case size to be a compelling option for smaller wrists.
Owners widely praise the Seagull Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm for its classy, elegant design and excellent value, with many calling it a potential favorite dress watch. The 12.7mm thickness is considered well-proportioned to the 40mm case. The moonphase complication is a highlight, though owners note it requires manual adjustment by setting the date and moon position one day prior and is considered a pain to set. Some find the dial text crowded at the 6 o'clock position. Overall, owners rate the Seagull Extraordinary Series Moon Phase Dress Watch 40mm highly for its beautiful dial and true moonphase complication at its price point.
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