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Studio Underd0g The MimosavsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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The Mimosa
Studio Underd0gThe Mimosa
MSRP $1,000
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Mimosa39.5mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
The Mimosa40h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
The Mimosa
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
The Mimosa$1,000
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Chronograph
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Standard
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Type
Manual
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$499

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What people say

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Studio Underd0g The Mimosa

Studio Underd0g The Mimosa is praised for its playful, layered dial design evoking a cocktail, its comfortable 38mm cushion case, and the tactile experience of its manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement. Reviewers appreciate the fun collaboration and the easter egg of the textured dial, finding it fitting for the watch's playful nature, and one owner notes its 10atm water resistance rating was proven by surviving a swim. Owners and reviewers consider its $1,300 price steep for the Sellita SW210-1 movement, with some wishing for more competitive pricing or questioning if it offers the best value. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Studio Underd0g The Mimosa highly for its unique, playful dial design and comfortable wearability.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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