Orient Stretto Date SolarvsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0035Q Quartz
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Measurements
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Stretto Date Solar
Söhne SP0035Q Quartz
Diameter
32.1mm
34.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
lowest
43.5mm
Thickness
7.1mm
lowest
7.6mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
MSRP
$285
$201
lowest
Movement
Seiko VS224
Seiko VH3x
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date Solar for its refined, classy look, beautiful textured dial that shines, and overall value at a great price, with some appreciating its simple, mechanical, and light design. One owner notes the sapphire crystal, day and date complications, and excellent movement. However, some find the design generic and derivative, and one owner describes it as appearing like a children's watch with a noisy strap. The bracelet clasp offers limited micro-adjustment, and some commenters wish for a larger case size. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date Solar highly for its attractive dial and value at the price.
Owners find the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0035Q Quartz well-made with good finishing for its price, noting its weighty feel and lack of sharp edges. The quartz movement contributes to a thin profile. One owner states to expect poor quality from Specht & Sohne. Overall, owners find the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0035Q Quartz to be a satisfactory aquanaut-style option for its price.
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