Affordable automatic dress watches
3 watches, from €280 to €490 in indicative price. None has sapphire crystal. The one with the most power reserve is the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time, with 41 h.
Criterion: dress-style watches with an average indicative price under €500. Manufacturer data.
All the figures
| Watch | Movement | Reserve | Crystal | Water res. | Ø | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orient Bambino Sun & Moon | F6B24 | 40 h | Mineral | 30 m | 41.5 mm | €280–310 |
| Seiko Presage Cocktail Time | 4R35 | 41 h | Hardlex | 50 m | 40.5 mm | €395–445 |
| Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Open Heart | 4R38 | 41 h | Hardlex | 50 m | 40.5 mm | €440–490 |
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Frequently asked questions
Which is the least expensive?
The Orient Bambino Sun & Moon, with an indicative price band of €280–310. It has the F6B24 movement, 40 h of reserve and a mineral crystal.
Which has the most power reserve?
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time, with 41 h. That is how long it keeps running after you take it off.
Which is the thinnest?
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time, at 11.8 mm thick.
Which handles the most depth?
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time, water resistant to 50 m.