- Is the Orient Star M45 a good first mechanical watch?
- Yes. It has an automatic movement with hand-winding, a power reserve display and sapphire on many versions, which is more than most entry mechanicals offer. It is dressy, so it suits office and formal wear better than sports use.
- Can you swim with it?
- Only cautiously. The 50m rating covers splashes and brief immersion, not swimming or diving. Take it off for water sports.
- Does it have sapphire glass?
- Some versions do and some use mineral glass, so check the specific variant. Sapphire resists scratches far better.
- How accurate is the movement?
- Orient does not rate it to COSC standards. Owners typically report drift of a few seconds a day, which is normal for this class of automatic.
- What is the power reserve?
- Orient Star automatics in this line typically run around 50 hours on a full wind, and the dial indicator shows the remaining reserve.
- Is 41mm too big for a dress watch?
- It is on the larger side for formal wear but still fits most wrists. Those wanting a classic dress look may prefer 38 to 39mm.
- Where is the Orient Star M45 Mechanical 41mm White Black Black cheapest?
- At Ashford, for $1,594.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Orient Star M45 Mechanical 41mm White Black Black?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Ashford, Shop Simon.