Maen Manhattan 37 seconde/seconde/vsStudio Underd0g Smoked Salmon

The Maen Manhattan 37 seconde/seconde/ is widely praised for its dressy styling and perceived step up in quality from other microbrands in its price bracket. Reviewers highlight its slim 9.3mm case, 100m water resistance, and comfortable integrated bracelet as key strengths, with the dark blue dial and hand-painted NYC references described as a hauntingly cool and versatile feature. The Sellita SW200-1 movement powers the time-only display, and the $1,499 price is considered good value. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Maen Manhattan 37 seconde/seconde/ highly for its unique dial and slim, versatile design at its price point.

Owners widely praise the Studio Underd0g Smoked Salmon's clean, elegant design and unique appeal, with some appreciating its simple, unbranded look and others noting its conversation-starting ability. The watch features a two-layered, metallic salmon-skin-inspired dial housed in a 38.5mm stainless steel case. It is powered by a Swiss-made Sellita SW510 M MP b monopusher chronograph movement, with advertised accuracy of ±5 seconds per day. Some owners find the £1700/€1,800 price point high, and one owner noted a "raised glass fishbowl over the dial." Overall, owners rate the Studio Underd0g Smoked Salmon highly for its unique dial design and conversation-starting appeal.