Sartory Billard SB04-EvsStraum Frozen Metal Titanium

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Measurements
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SB04-E

Frozen Metal Titanium
Diameter
39.5mm
38.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Thickness
10.3mm
lowest
11.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
68h
68h
MSRP
$3,609
$2,950
lowest
Movement
La Joux-Perret G101
La Joux-Perret G101
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Straum Frozen Metal Titanium is widely praised for its unique, artful frosted dial and comfortable, lightweight grade 5 titanium case with a soft satin finish and polished bevels. Owners and reviewers highlight the attractive integrated bracelet and the well-balanced design suitable for daily wear. Some reviewers note that the micro-adjustment system on the bracelet's clasp creates visible gaps, and a few find the blue accents on the hands and indexes slightly too prominent or the overall aesthetic less versatile. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is also mentioned positively. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Straum Frozen Metal Titanium highly for its distinctive dial and comfortable titanium build at its price point.
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