Vario 1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange LumevsVertex MG36 DE

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Measurements
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1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume

MG36 DE
Diameter
37mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
46.5mm
Thickness
10mm
lowest
11mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
40h
n/a
MSRP
$388
lowest
$2,083
Movement
Miyota 82S5
Sellita SW260-1
Case
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume Watch for its authentic vintage aesthetic, which evokes a genuine WW1 feel. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent legibility, with large numerals and cathedral hands facilitating quick time-telling. The watch is considered a strong value proposition, offering a quality build and appealing design at a fair price. One owner notes the brand acknowledges that the orange lume choice results in weaker illumination. The 37mm case size and wire lugs contribute to its wearability. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Black Dial with Orange Lume Watch highly for its vintage charm and legibility at the price.
Owners widely praise the Vertex MG36 DE for its exceptional quality, bright lume blocks, and comfortable 36mm wearability, with many noting the excellent legibility and vintage feel enhanced by a box crystal and flatter crown. Reviewers highlight the detailed dial, elegant syringe hands, and the versatility of included strap options, particularly the adjustable bracelet. Some owners find the Sellita SW260-1 movement's price point a contention, while one reviewer expressed a personal preference for a manual-wind movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vertex MG36 DE highly for its superb quality and character, justifying its price.
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