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Manufaktur Waldhoff · Vanguard V8

Manufaktur Waldhoff Vanguard V8

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Case

Diameter
43mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-lug
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
50m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire

Movement

Caliber
Hangzhou 3450A
Type
Manual
Power reserve
80h

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
skeleton
Bezel
smooth_polished
Bracelet
metal_oyster

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7 colorways

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Retail$1,419

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Owners widely praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Vanguard V8 for its exceptional manufacturing expertise and stunning, beautiful aesthetics, with many finding it exceptional value at its price point. Some owners note the use of a Chinese-sourced movement, with one user suggesting it is also found in cheaper AliExpress watches, while another points out it appears in more expensive timepieces. One owner specifically enjoys watching the co-axial tourbillon movement. Overall, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Vanguard V8 highly for its visually compelling design and perceived value, particularly given the inclusion of a tourbillon.

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