Robot Watches APLOSvsSartory Billard SB04-E
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Measurements
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APLOS
SB04-E
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
10.3mm
10.3mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
65h
68h
highest
MSRP
n/a
$3,609
Movement
La Joux-Perret G100
La Joux-Perret G101
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Robot Watches APLOS features a slim La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement and a 39mm case, with extensive customization options available. One owner notes irreparable pressure damage on the LCD screen. On balance, owners and reviewers find Robot Watches APLOS to be a modern dressier piece, with customization being a key draw.
Owners widely praise the Sartory Billard SB04-E for its impressive and deep dials, with specific mentions of the 12 Soleil pattern and the Exquisite Blue Guilloché appearing to move like water in the light. Reviewers highlight its sensible 39.5mm size and 100m water resistance, noting the overall composition looks more expensive than its price. One owner points out slightly sharp edges on the caseback and suggests a more domed crystal. The watch utilizes the La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sartory Billard SB04-E highly for its unique dial work and value proposition.
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