Sartory Billard SB04-EvsStraum Jan Mayen Titanium

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Measurements
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SB04-E

Jan Mayen 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
$2,850
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 Jan Mayen Titanium is widely praised for its comfortable, lightweight Grade 5 titanium construction, refined design with polished bevels, and artful, vivid dial. Owners and reviewers highlight the integrated FKM rubber strap as a significant development, noting its suppleness and secure quick-release system. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is also a point of praise, with its 68-70 hour power reserve justifying the price point. Some owners note a desire for more purple on the gradient dial and find the bracelet clasp to be a mistake, while others appreciate the unique, stepped-down case design. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Straum Jan Mayen Titanium highly for its excellent manufacturing detail and refined design at an accessible price.
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