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Galo Novo CruisinvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Novo Cruisin39mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Novo Cruisin42h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Novo Cruisin100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Novo Cruisin$488
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Cream
Green
Texture
Layered sector dial
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$428

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What people say

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Galo Novo Cruisin

Owners widely praise the Galo Novo Cruisin's attractive specs and price, with many calling it a perfect summer watch and appreciating its clean, refreshing, and beautiful design. The bronze case variant features "killer lume" that glows blue-green and looks great in the sun, and the watch is comfortable enough for constant wear. However, owners are split on the 38mm/39mm sizing, with some finding it too small and others preferring sub-40mm cases. Significant frustration exists regarding Galo's communication, with owners citing rolling delays, a perceived lack of transparency, and misleading timelines, leading to a negative customer service impression and some considering order cancellations. One owner noted their crown does not screw in. Overall, owners rate the Galo Novo Cruisin highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite significant concerns about production communication and transparency.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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