- Is the Orient Star Power Reserve a good first automatic watch?
- Yes. It is hand-windable, hacks for easy setting and shows its remaining power reserve, which makes owning a mechanical watch simple. It is dressier than a sports watch, so it suits office and formal wear more than rough use.
- How does it compare with the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time?
- Both are Japanese dress automatics with in-house movements. The Orient Star adds a power reserve indicator and sapphire crystal; the Presage offers more dial designs and stronger brand recognition. Pick the Orient for the gauge and crystal, the Seiko for variety.
- Does it have sapphire crystal?
- Yes, the crystal is sapphire, which resists everyday scratches better than mineral glass or Seiko's Hardlex.
- Can I swim with it?
- No. It has no screw-down crown and modest water resistance, so keep it away from swimming and showers. It handles rain and hand washing only.
- What comes in the box?
- The watch on a stainless steel bracelet, plus a leather strap, so you can switch between dress and casual looks. A buckle closure is used on both.
- Does the movement hack and hand-wind?
- Yes. The seconds hand stops when you pull the crown for precise setting, and you can wind it by hand to top up the power reserve.
- Where is the Orient Star Power Reserve Automatic Watch RE-AU0002S00B cheapest?
- At CreationWatches, for $489.00, as of our latest check.