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Makydo ContourvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Contour
MakydoContour
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contour37mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Contour
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Contour30m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Contour
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
8.6mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$218

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Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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