Caintè Laurent Classic blue

morenostian

5 months ago

I have to say, it is a perfect fit for small wrists and a timeless piece. Of course it has the perks of coming from a fashion brand,nevertheless, it’s well executed, but, I wouldn’t buy it full price; it is definitely not worth the 355(eur) that it costs. So just get it secondhand; I had the luck to get it new with the price reduced.

PROS

Thin with 10 mm (what I expect from a quartz) with perfect size, 36mm always wins.
Bracelet : Butterfly, is lighter and better quality-wise as I expected.
Solid end links.
Elegant, simple and beautiful timeless design. Another take of a Rolex oyster perpetual.
Classic dial colors: Black, blue, green and white.
Beautiful date window.
Sapphire crystal with AR coat.
Miyota 2315 quartz Japanese movement (not wow but does the job)
Bezel with a particular middle split design.
In the past date was announced a 38mm and 34mm version

CONS

The price, it definitely doesn’t justify the price; the owner, who seems to be a model instead of a watch enthusiast is making lots of money out of these watches (not bad for a young entrepreneur)
Almost nonexistent Lume. I realized there is a tiny bit while writing this.
Non established brand within the watch enthusiasts
No screw-down crown

In general I am really happy with it, I have looked for an affordable thin oyster perpetual design with 36mm without success. It is one of my favorite watches to wear just because of the looks, to be honest. My first pick would be the Traska commuter, which I truly recommend instead of the caintè- if you have the money or a seiko 5 if you are on a budget and you don’t mind the thickness, but are both mechanical.

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