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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
10.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$428

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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