Sartory Billard SB04-EvsStraum Time+Tide Jan Mayen Titanium

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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.

SB04-E

Time+Tide 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.
Owners and reviewers praise the Straum Jan Mayen Titanium for its comfortable, well-finished 38.7mm titanium case and integrated strap system, with multiple sources highlighting the striking textured fumé dials. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is noted, as is the 100m water resistance. Some reviewers desire a titanium bracelet option and a more pronounced color on specific dials, while one owner finds the integrated design less appealing than more expensive alternatives. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Straum Jan Mayen Titanium highly for its comfortable titanium case and striking fumé dials at its price point.
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