Xeric Retroscope JumpvsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

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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.

Xeric Retroscope Jump at true scale

Retroscope Jump

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz at true scale

Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

Diameter

39mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

lowest

44.2mm

Thickness

13mm

8.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$299

$168

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VX3K

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
44.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
25mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Dial and Hands

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VX3K

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$168
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Reviews

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Xeric Retroscope Jump

Owners widely praise the Xeric Retroscope Jump's unique design, calling it a fun and impressive engineering achievement with an appealing dial and aesthetic. The jump-hour display is described as a "secret portal" and a noticeable conversation starter, with red accents complementing the dial well, and the watch is noted to wear well. Some owners flag the watch's thickness, with one noting it's 13mm and limits wearability, although another states it is not obnoxiously so. Legibility is not great, but the dial and face design are considered the selling points, and the jump hour display glides counterclockwise rather than snapping back. Overall, owners find the Xeric Retroscope Jump to be an enjoyable, distinctive piece that stands out due to its unique design and aesthetic.

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

Owners widely appreciate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0034Q Quartz for its solid construction and acceptable finishing relative to its price point, satisfying a desire for its specific aesthetic. The thin profile is noted as a benefit, attributed to its quartz movement. One owner describes the watch as "baller," highlighting its weighty feel and absence of sharp edges. However, one customer reported a negative experience with shipping updates and unresponsive customer service. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0034Q Quartz highly for its value and aesthetic fulfillment at the price.

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