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Second Hour Mandala Mk3 Automatic Watch — Japanese Movement
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Second Hour · Mandala

Second Hour Mandala Mk3 Automatic Watch — Japanese Movement

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Case

Diameter
40mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
100m

Movement

Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic

Miyota

Miyota's premium automatic caliber positioned as a Japanese alternative to the ETA 2824-2 and Sellita SW200-1. The 9015 adds hacking, hand-winding, and a smoother 28,800 vph beat rate over the budget 8215. Its thinner profile and higher jewel count make it a favorite among microbrands seeking a reliable mid-range movement that punches above its price point.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
textured
Bezel
smooth_polished
Bracelet
metal_oyster

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Owners widely praise the Second Hour Mandala Mk3 Automatic Watch — Japanese Movement for its comfortable 40mm case that wears smaller, a mesmerizing guilloché dial, and the upgraded 1200 Vickers hardened steel case. Reviewers note the reliable Miyota 9015 movement, the refined 7-link bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a smooth winding action. Some owners find the crystal lacks anti-reflective coating and consider the watch pricey at the conversion rate, with accuracy noted as within +/- 9 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Second Hour Mandala Mk3 Automatic Watch — Japanese Movement highly for its dial artistry and comfortable, upgraded build at its price point.

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