Stuhrling Original

Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set

• Stainless steel case with triple step design bezel
• Protective Krysterna crystal on front and back
• Goldtone skeleton dial with silvertone markers

Product Description

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The Men’s Delphi Omega is an excellent example of a classic timepiece with an artistic flair. The case, made from solid 316L surgical grade stainless steel, 44mm in diameter, features a triple step design bezel polished to a beautiful shine. The dial work is an artistic statement all its own; Stührling Original employs vintage German machinery to produce the rich guilloche pattern on the Men’s Delphi Omega’s skeleton dial. Furthermore, the concentric circle design showcases the brushed stainless steel automatic movement, giving it the attention it rightly deserves. Individually applied Arabic numerals complete the face of this timepiece. The Men’s Delphi Omega comes equipped with interchangeable alligator embossed genuine leather straps, providing a perfect and adaptable finishing touch.

Krysterna Crystals

Krysterna™ is proprietary to Stührling Original and refers to the crystals that are used in its timepieces. Krysterna™ stems from the eyewear industry and has more strength over a spread surface area than sapphire. Krysterna™ crystals are more scratch resistant than mineral crystals and more shatter resistant than sapphire crystals.

The Stührling Original Delphi Omega Story

There are over 20 different Delphi models in the Stührling Original gallery, each one crafted with its own beauty and perfection. The unique triple-step design bezel is where the Delphi gets its inspiration for its name… Conjuring images of the Delphi Theatre in ancient Greece with stepped seating, the unique case design lends itself perfectly to an old-World classic look of a skeleton mechanical timepiece!

Summary of Features

• Movement: Manual/self-winding mechanical movement

Automatic watches do not operate on batteries. Automatic watches are made up of about 130 or more parts that work together to tell time. Automatic movements mark the passage of time by a series of gear mechanisms, and are wound by the movement of your wrist as you wear it. The gear train then transmits the power to the escapement, which distributes the impulses, turning the balance wheel. The balance wheel is the time regulating organ of a mechanical watch, which vibrates on a spiral hairspring. Lengthening or shortening the balance spring makes the balance wheel go faster or slower to advance or retard the watch. The travel of the balance wheel from one extreme to the other and back again is called oscillation. Lastly, automatic movements come in different types, including movements that are Swiss-made, Japanese-made, and more.

Also referred to as self-winding, watches with automatic movements utilize kinetic energy, the swinging of your arm, to provide energy to an oscillating rotor to keep the watch ticking. They're considered more satisfying to watch collectors (horologists) because of the engineering artistry that goes into the hundreds of parts that make up the movement. If you do not wear an automatic watch consistently (for about 8 to 12 hours a day), you can keep the watch powered with a watch winder (a great gift for collectors).

• Crystal: Krysterna™ Crystals
• Case: 44mm 316L surgical grade stainless steel
• Crown: Stainless steel knurled edge crown
• Hands / Markers: Blue Luminova™ filled sword style hands with silvertone Arabic Numerals
• Strap: 24mm interchangeable genuine leather straps with stainless steel tang buckle

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With dedication to the heritage of Swiss watchmaking, Stührling Original timepieces appeal to the most discriminating taste at reasonable prices. The company has roots dating back to the 1800's when Switzerland emerged as the global leader in watchmaking. Stührling Original remains committed to its mission of preserving the high standards set in Switzerland manufacturing all of their fine timepieces in their Swiss-owned factory! Each and every model conveys an inimitable story with extraordinary style. You'll find heirloom selections for both men and women that even the most astute watch collector will cherish and admire.

In the workshops of Stührling Original, the unit specializing in mechanical movements, component selection, assembly, lubrication, adjustment and testing creates horological wonders entirely under vigilant attention of Swiss ownership and supervision. It is these workshops that produce the mechanical engines that are famous for meeting the highest existing criteria in there category. Starting with the main plate, the assembly process is performed in several consecutive stages up until anchoring the balance spring, which sets the watch into motion. Assembling a Stührling Original mechanical automatic movement comprises no less than 30 checkpoints, spread throughout the assembly process. Adjusting the angle of lift of the pallets, centering the balance-spring, poising the balance are just a few examples of these checkpoints; of which all are designed to enhance the performance of each movement. The movement must meet no less than seven criteria, including a mean variation in rate which is the highest standard in the industry in its class.

Stührling Original cases are distinguished by their technical complexity, their high-end aesthetic appeal and the quality of their finish. The watch cases are made from antimagnetic 316L surgical grade stainless steel, an extremely sophisticated alloy designed to stand up to intensive use. The rough parts, known as "middlecases" are blanked from a metal bar using a high-performance press. They then undergo eight successive stamping operations of a strength increasing gradually from 20 to 85 tons. Before each swaging operation, the middlecase is refired at a temperature of 1100 degrees Celsius, so as to temporarily reduce the hardness to a total stamping pressure of more than 400 tons. Finishing the cases then calls for fifteen polishing operations, all performed by hand alternating with nine baths guaranteeing immaculate cleanliness. Other components of the cases, such as rotating bezels or rider tabs also require a meticulous finish. The components of the cases are finally assembled by hand and rigorously tested.

Each Stührling Original dial has been designed to enable optimal read-off at a glance, while adding an element of artistic design. Stührling Original's dials are blanked from a brass plate and two cylindrical feet are soldered below to ensure security with the movement. Polishing operations, creating special effects through the use of vintage hydraulic German machines, and electroplating are just some of the more than forty operations required to make most Stührling Original dials. The transparent protective coating is applied in an immaculately clean environment before the various inscriptions are transfer printed using a gelatin pad which takes an impression from an inked block. On many of the dials the hour markers are either individually applied by hand or embossed into the dial and then topped with a special dye. The application of Super Luminova is performed by artisans with a nozzle pen connected to a high-pressure pipe which calls for intense concentration. Once finished, each dial undergoes careful aesthetic scrutiny under extreme magnification, as well as technical testing, to ensure it complies with all predefined dimensions and specifications.

Through meticulous labor, rigorous testing and examination of each timepiece by expert horologists, the vision of the Stührling Original timepiece is brought to life inside our workshops, where...

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Product Details Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S. ASIN: B004PGTFQ0 Item model number: 107EM.331531 Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews) Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #854 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 71 of 74 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars The Stuhrling Original Classic Delphi Omega is a beautiful watch, so far so good with no time loss or gain and has been accurate, September 19, 2011 By  Dennis A. Amith (kndy) (California) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)    (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set (Watch) (What's this?) My review is for the Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Set. Having reviewed quite a few watches on Amazon and also a watch collector, this is my first review for a Stuhrling watch. So, let's start.. I. Sturhling Original - Do they make good watches? I've known a few on various forums and those who are on the Watch of the Day type of forums that have shown off their Stuhrling watches. The name Stuhrling and horology have been synonymous as Max Stuhrling was a Swiss watchmaker from the 1800's. But Stuhrling Original is a newer company based in Brooklyn, New York and is founded by Max Stuhrling IV in 2002 in partnership with George J. von Burg. The watches are made in facilities in Switzerland and China and among watch collectors, it is known that the movement is China-based. With that being said, there are a few Chinese movements that are good, but depending on the parts, it can also be bad. I have previously done some research on Stuhrling Original and how some people felt about them and there are many who have NOT had any problems, while there are a few that have. But because Sturhling Original does provide beautiful time pieces for a low price, many people look at Stuhrling Original as competitors to other competitors like Invicta, Kroton but also to Japanese watchmakers such as Seiko and Orient. Watches that are typically $100 or lower. II. Packaging There is one thing that I have always been fascinated with Stuhrling Original watches is their packaging. Most companies that produce affordable watches have boxed type packaging, Stuhrling Original has a rectangle black slipcase covering an orange box. Inside the box is a free one-year warranty extension, warranty, business card, instructions and you also get a second band. The Classic Delphi Omega Stainless has a black band but inside is a brown 24 genuine leather band and a watch dial cleaner. This is pretty awesome since it's standard with this company and most other companies don't provide you all that much. So, that is a major plus for this watch and what it provided to the customer. III. The Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch While Stuhrling Original watches are typically in the $50-$100 end, this watch is in the $120's. The band is a 24 genuine leather black band (as with the brown) with a stainless steel silver buckle. For those with a bigger wrist, it fits me...but just enough to get it to the second hole of the band. Do I like the band, it's a pretty nice band with a snake-like pattern (horizontal lines and one line from the vertical center). Upon looking at the 44" dial, you see the Stuhrling Original Automatic wording but nice seriff numbering in gold. I love the design of the dial as it is skeleton but the arms are blue on the outline and white. The watch uses a Krysterna Crystal (these were develop not so long ago but are primarily used in high-end glasses) with a Stainless Steel back with the center showcasing the movement and shows that the watch is 20 Jewels and is water resistant up to 59 meters. Setting up the watch is easy, pull the crown out (located at the 3:00 position) and set the clock. There is no hacking (second arm) with this watch for those wanting precision timing. I do like the arms as the hour arm is fat but not too thick, and the minute arm is long. Lume on the arms can be seen but it was not too strong, so people with bad eyesight may not see the glow with this watch. Here are some key points that I did recognize with this watch: * This is an automatic watch. That means that this watch operates on arm/wrist movement not on batteries. So, if you stop using this watch for a few days, it will die out on you until you put it on and it senses movement and thus you will have to reset/adjust your watch. I prefer mechanical/automatic watches over Quartz and I have family who have had mechanical watches for decades that still work perfectly nearly 40-50 years later. Granted, they were Japanese or Swiss movement. * The manual is only a small piece of paper with info. on how to adjust the clock and the water resistance of this watch. At 59 meters, it's good for showering or shallow water swimming. Personally, no screw down crown... I wouldn't use this in the shower or in water at all. * The manual doesn't show how much +/- time loss or gain per day. For one day use, I can't tell if it was -30 second loss but it is hard to say at this point. I will update this review if I notice any significant gain or loss. * With a 44 dial, it's not to small, nor is it too bulky. It fits just right, no hurting the hand or discomfort. * This is only a guesstimate but if it's like other Stuhrling Original automatics, this may also have a 34+ hour reserve after a full day wearing and you put it away in your watch cabinet. So, that's pretty good. JUDGMENT CALL: The Stuhrling Original Classic Delphi Omega Automatic Skeleton is a beautiful watch. And Stuhrling Original has a good number of cool looking skeleton watches. And I know the big question that people will ask me is if the watch is dependable? Is Krysterna Crystal as tough as Sapphire? Since the movement is China-made, does it mean bad? First, I don't know if Stuhrling is a dependable company as this is my first watch. But I will say that compared to another company I know in the same price point, I don't see that many complaints on line towards Stuhrling, so that is a positive. Also, I do like the fact that they do offer a one year warranty plus a free one-year warranty extension. Not many companies do this at this price point, nor do many companies in a similar price point goes as far to offer these extra freebies in the case. So, that is a plus from me to the Stuhrling Original watch. As for the Krysterna Crystal, I did two tests... I dropped a quarter from about a foot high on the crystal to see if it would shatter, scratch and it held up quite well with no scratch. Dropped a marble on it...no shattering. Granted, I didn't drop this on the cement which can damage any tough watch nor did I put it under a tire and back up but with these two tests, it did manage to not have any scratches and no shattering or cracks. And third, because of the China movement, I know people who buy Chinese watches (because they are cheap) but there are some very good movements from China such as Seagull. I've read from one source that Stuhrling uses Seagull and Shanghai movements. Granted, things may be ebauche (using Chinese parts) but because I know there are people who love Seagull and Shanghai movements, because this uses an ST-90050, it uses a Liaocheng Standard movement distributed by PTS Resources in Hong Kong. But it works great right now but like all watches, you need to give it standard use 3-months, 6-months a year to give a thorough analysis of the movement and how accurate the time will be. So, I will continue to update my review. But for now, it's a pretty good looking automatic skeleton watch. I have no complaints...although some may bicker towards the Chinese movement but yet the watch is sold for $125 versus under $100. I am not too familiar with the Liaochaneg Standard movement but I will come back to this review as I continue to use this watch. But as of now, so far, so good. Looks very good and classy, movement looks good, love the packaging and the two watch bands and rear case-back movement as well. So, far the watch is accurate with no complaints. 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful: 3.0 out of 5 stars A Gigantic Watch with Nice Packaging (3.5 stars), November 6, 2011 By  korova (Varosha) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set (Watch) Before considering anything else about this watch, you have to realize it is big. B-I-G. As in HOOOGE! Yes, the dimensions of the watch are listed above. What do they really mean? How about this: the face is the size of a silver dollar and the case is as thick as a 9-volt battery. Why does this matter? Well, it is something that comes down to personal taste of course. But I feel the sheer size of this watch makes it difficult to wear with a cuffed shirt. It also creates a significant bulge under any garment with long sleeves that is not generously cut. For me, these two things limit the watch to casual use only. Tailored clothing, in my opinion, will not look good with this watch. If you do like big watches, Stührling has put together a nice package. The face is easy to read and is attractively designed. The movement (note that it most likely is not Swiss-made) is visible from both front and back. Best of all, this watch does not require batteries and winds itself as one wears it. As long as the watch gets a few hours of normal wear each day, it probably won't ever need to be manually wound. Gift-givers will appreciate the lavish packaging for a watch at this pricepoint. An orange presentation box comes protected by a glossy black outer sleeve. The box itself contains the watch with a black wristband, a second brown wristband, a polishing cloth, and extensive documentation. Bottom line: while I think the large overall size of this watch affects where and how it can be worn, the watch is nicely designed and comes in a package that is very suitable for gift-giving. 3.5 stars (rounded down to 3 because I personally prefer a slimmer watch but anybody who digs eye-catching watches can round up to 4-stars). 14 of 17 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Nice for the Price... but It is Not Made in Switzerland, September 22, 2011 By  RENAISSANCE MAN (san antonio, tx United States) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)    This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set (Watch) (What's this?) I've enjoyed automatic watches since my first Seiko automatic decades ago... remember their "Like having your own little robot" advertising :)? Anyway, the Stuhrling Original arrived in a rather large package for a watch... a Black slip cover with gold lettering and logo over an orange spring-hinged box... also embossed with gold lettering telling the philosophy of the founder, Max Stuhrling. Within this box one finds assorted cards and papers... in my opinion it gets a bit pretentious for a watch selling for 124 dollars. These include a one year warranty extension if you send in the warranty card and let them know about "your pleasure" expressed in comments on Amazon... there is a small orange envelope with an orange card describing the two year warranty... during warranty period should your watch require service you must bring this card with you to an authorized repair service. You may also mail your repair-needing watch within the warranty period along with proof of purchase and a check for 20 dollars and they will either repair or replace your watch... next, the instructions... very simple... click the "crown" out and set the watch... click back in and wind the watch... and the automatic movement during wearing along with winding as needed after not wearing... will do the job. There are also cards stating the "Swiss Making Legend" and other statements linking the watch to Swiss watch making... but no where on the watch or in any of the written materials does it say any part of the watch is made in Switzerland... nor could I find any statement as to where the watch was actually made... just references to the factory being run in a Swiss manner so to speak. This seems a bit deceptive to me. I found elsewhere that these are generally made in China or ... sometimes, more specifically, Hong Kong. There is an identity tag tied onto the watch as well... and a small polishing cloth is provided. The black leather band smells nice and looks OK with a sort of alligator pattern... but it is just a little small for me... most big men over 200 pounds may have the same experience. A similar band in brown is provided as well. The watch is rather large... about 1 3/4 inches diameter... I do not find such a large watch that comfortable really. It interferes a bit with wrist mobility. The face is a pale gold skeleton type... allowing you to see a bit of the works inside... a fun feature. The watch has 20 jewels in the movement. The back states it as water resistant to 50 meters. The movement is also visible from the back... also a fun feature. There are blue anodized metal hands... hour, minute and second... with the hour and minute also having phosphorescent interiors to make viewing in the dark easier. There is a stamped herringbone pattern on the face with attractive numerals. All in all, the watch is attractive and interesting. The works seems to be of quality... especially at this price. I find the large size a little impractical... and I personally prefer metal bands... but I think it is a good deal if you like the looks of this watch. Good Luck!		Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Watch, Great Price Very well made, very beautiful. Have received many compliments. Came in an outstanding packaging (gift pack) and also included an extra band. Published 1 month ago by Sabene 5.0 out of 5 stars Husband loved it! This was a Christmas gift for my husband and he has been wearing it almost everyday. The face of the clock is BIG, but that is the style and since he is a tall man he can pull it... Read more Published 1 month ago by MCR-whittier 1.0 out of 5 stars The watch is running ahead by a lot! The watch doesn't work properly at all!! It runs ahead by a lot -- meaning hours not just a few minutes. Expected better quality given the price. Read more Published 1 month ago by VS 5.0 out of 5 stars Looks great, Costs little, Cant beat it! I now own several stuhrling watches and this one is by far one of the most attractive. It is a skeleton watch but they covered up a lot of the movement so its not too flashy to... Read more Published 1 month ago by Doug 5.0 out of 5 stars Love this watch This watch is amazing and very nice to look at. The shipment was on time. Just to let everyone know the face of the watch is huge so it might look ridiculous on small wrists. Published 2 months ago by AP 4.0 out of 5 stars Great looking watch for a fair price I like the watch so far, it looks classy & fits comfortably. I work in construction so its primarily a weekend watch and the auto-wind does not last long if you don't wear it at... Read more Published 2 months ago by M. A. Hunziker, Jr. 5.0 out of 5 stars What I was looking for, and got, at price I liked. This is a good looking watch: Not too flashy, semi-classy. It has a large dial, which to people w/ smaller wrists might seem a little over-sized. Read more Published 2 months ago by Jael Middleton 4.0 out of 5 stars nice looking, but big I like the watch, and I bought it because you can see whirling parts and it has big, clear numbers. My wife thinks it look good. Read more Published 2 months ago by A. Yamamoto 5.0 out of 5 stars Love, Love, Love this watch From the moment I put this watch on it is one of my favorites. I have received several comments on how sharp and unique the watch is. Read more Published 2 months ago by Ron Diefenthaler 5.0 out of 5 stars too big for the gift recipeient This is an awesome watch which in itself is a real beauty, but the recipient was not pleased with the size of the dial, so it has been sent back. Read more Published 2 months ago by Mrs. S. L. BENNETTI Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• ASIN: B004PGTFQ0
• Item model number: 107EM.331531
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #854 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

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71 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Stuhrling Original Classic Delphi Omega is a beautiful watch, so far so good with no time loss or gain and has been accurate, September 19, 2011

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Dennis A. Amith (kndy) (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set (Watch)

(What's this?)

My review is for the Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Set.

Having reviewed quite a few watches on Amazon and also a watch collector, this is my first review for a Stuhrling watch. So, let's start..

I. Sturhling Original - Do they make good watches?

I've known a few on various forums and those who are on the Watch of the Day type of forums that have shown off their Stuhrling watches. The name Stuhrling and horology have been synonymous as Max Stuhrling was a Swiss watchmaker from the 1800's. But Stuhrling Original is a newer company based in Brooklyn, New York and is founded by Max Stuhrling IV in 2002 in partnership with George J. von Burg. The watches are made in facilities in Switzerland and China and among watch collectors, it is known that the movement is China-based. With that being said, there are a few Chinese movements that are good, but depending on the parts, it can also be bad. I have previously done some research on Stuhrling Original and how some people felt about them and there are many who have NOT had any problems, while there are a few that have.

But because Sturhling Original does provide beautiful time pieces for a low price, many people look at Stuhrling Original as competitors to other competitors like Invicta, Kroton but also to Japanese watchmakers such as Seiko and Orient. Watches that are typically $100 or lower.

II. Packaging

There is one thing that I have always been fascinated with Stuhrling Original watches is their packaging. Most companies that produce affordable watches have boxed type packaging, Stuhrling Original has a rectangle black slipcase covering an orange box.

Inside the box is a free one-year warranty extension, warranty, business card, instructions and you also get a second band. The Classic Delphi Omega Stainless has a black band but inside is a brown 24 genuine leather band and a watch dial cleaner.

This is pretty awesome since it's standard with this company and most other companies don't provide you all that much. So, that is a major plus for this watch and what it provided to the customer.

III. The Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch

While Stuhrling Original watches are typically in the $50-$100 end, this watch is in the $120's.

The band is a 24 genuine leather black band (as with the brown) with a stainless steel silver buckle. For those with a bigger wrist, it fits me...but just enough to get it to the second hole of the band. Do I like the band, it's a pretty nice band with a snake-like pattern (horizontal lines and one line from the vertical center).

Upon looking at the 44" dial, you see the Stuhrling Original Automatic wording but nice seriff numbering in gold. I love the design of the dial as it is skeleton but the arms are blue on the outline and white.

The watch uses a Krysterna Crystal (these were develop not so long ago but are primarily used in high-end glasses) with a Stainless Steel back with the center showcasing the movement and shows that the watch is 20 Jewels and is water resistant up to 59 meters.

Setting up the watch is easy, pull the crown out (located at the 3:00 position) and set the clock. There is no hacking (second arm) with this watch for those wanting precision timing.

I do like the arms as the hour arm is fat but not too thick, and the minute arm is long. Lume on the arms can be seen but it was not too strong, so people with bad eyesight may not see the glow with this watch.

Here are some key points that I did recognize with this watch:

* This is an automatic watch. That means that this watch operates on arm/wrist movement not on batteries. So, if you stop using this watch for a few days, it will die out on you until you put it on and it senses movement and thus you will have to reset/adjust your watch. I prefer mechanical/automatic watches over Quartz and I have family who have had mechanical watches for decades that still work perfectly nearly 40-50 years later. Granted, they were Japanese or Swiss movement.
* The manual is only a small piece of paper with info. on how to adjust the clock and the water resistance of this watch. At 59 meters, it's good for showering or shallow water swimming. Personally, no screw down crown... I wouldn't use this in the shower or in water at all.
* The manual doesn't show how much +/- time loss or gain per day. For one day use, I can't tell if it was -30 second loss but it is hard to say at this point. I will update this review if I notice any significant gain or loss.
* With a 44 dial, it's not to small, nor is it too bulky. It fits just right, no hurting the hand or discomfort.
* This is only a guesstimate but if it's like other Stuhrling Original automatics, this may also have a 34+ hour reserve after a full day wearing and you put it away in your watch cabinet. So, that's pretty good.

JUDGMENT CALL:

The Stuhrling Original Classic Delphi Omega Automatic Skeleton is a beautiful watch. And Stuhrling Original has a good number of cool looking skeleton watches. And I know the big question that people will ask me is if the watch is dependable? Is Krysterna Crystal as tough as Sapphire? Since the movement is China-made, does it mean bad?

First, I don't know if Stuhrling is a dependable company as this is my first watch. But I will say that compared to another company I know in the same price point, I don't see that many complaints on line towards Stuhrling, so that is a positive. Also, I do like the fact that they do offer a one year warranty plus a free one-year warranty extension. Not many companies do this at this price point, nor do many companies in a similar price point goes as far to offer these extra freebies in the case. So, that is a plus from me to the Stuhrling Original watch.

As for the Krysterna Crystal, I did two tests...

I dropped a quarter from about a foot high on the crystal to see if it would shatter, scratch and it held up quite well with no scratch. Dropped a marble on it...no shattering. Granted, I didn't drop this on the cement which can damage any tough watch nor did I put it under a tire and back up but with these two tests, it did manage to not have any scratches and no shattering or cracks.

And third, because of the China movement, I know people who buy Chinese watches (because they are cheap) but there are some very good movements from China such as Seagull. I've read from one source that Stuhrling uses Seagull and Shanghai movements. Granted, things may be ebauche (using Chinese parts) but because I know there are people who love Seagull and Shanghai movements, because this uses an ST-90050, it uses a Liaocheng Standard movement distributed by PTS Resources in Hong Kong.

But it works great right now but like all watches, you need to give it standard use 3-months, 6-months a year to give a thorough analysis of the movement and how accurate the time will be. So, I will continue to update my review. But for now, it's a pretty good looking automatic skeleton watch. I have no complaints...although some may bicker towards the Chinese movement but yet the watch is sold for $125 versus under $100. I am not too familiar with the Liaochaneg Standard movement but I will come back to this review as I continue to use this watch.

But as of now, so far, so good. Looks very good and classy, movement looks good, love the packaging and the two watch bands and rear case-back movement as well. So, far the watch is accurate with no complaints.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A Gigantic Watch with Nice Packaging (3.5 stars), November 6, 2011

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korova (Varosha) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set (Watch)

Before considering anything else about this watch, you have to realize it is big. B-I-G. As in HOOOGE!

Yes, the dimensions of the watch are listed above. What do they really mean? How about this: the face is the size of a silver dollar and the case is as thick as a 9-volt battery.

Why does this matter? Well, it is something that comes down to personal taste of course. But I feel the sheer size of this watch makes it difficult to wear with a cuffed shirt. It also creates a significant bulge under any garment with long sleeves that is not generously cut. For me, these two things limit the watch to casual use only. Tailored clothing, in my opinion, will not look good with this watch.

If you do like big watches, Stührling has put together a nice package. The face is easy to read and is attractively designed. The movement (note that it most likely is not Swiss-made) is visible from both front and back. Best of all, this watch does not require batteries and winds itself as one wears it. As long as the watch gets a few hours of normal wear each day, it probably won't ever need to be manually wound.

Gift-givers will appreciate the lavish packaging for a watch at this pricepoint. An orange presentation box comes protected by a glossy black outer sleeve. The box itself contains the watch with a black wristband, a second brown wristband, a polishing cloth, and extensive documentation.

Bottom line: while I think the large overall size of this watch affects where and how it can be worn, the watch is nicely designed and comes in a package that is very suitable for gift-giving. 3.5 stars (rounded down to 3 because I personally prefer a slimmer watch but anybody who digs eye-catching watches can round up to 4-stars).

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4.0 out of 5 stars Nice for the Price... but It is Not Made in Switzerland, September 22, 2011

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RENAISSANCE MAN (san antonio, tx United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 107EM.331531 Classic Delphi Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Skeleton Watch Gift Set (Watch)

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I've enjoyed automatic watches since my first Seiko automatic decades ago... remember their "Like having your own little robot" advertising :)? Anyway, the Stuhrling Original arrived in a rather large package for a watch... a Black slip cover with gold lettering and logo over an orange spring-hinged box... also embossed with gold lettering telling the philosophy of the founder, Max Stuhrling. Within this box one finds assorted cards and papers... in my opinion it gets a bit pretentious for a watch selling for 124 dollars. These include a one year warranty extension if you send in the warranty card and let them know about "your pleasure" expressed in comments on Amazon... there is a small orange envelope with an orange card describing the two year warranty... during warranty period should your watch require service you must bring this card with you to an authorized repair service. You may also mail your repair-needing watch within the warranty period along with proof of purchase and a check for 20 dollars and they will either repair or replace your watch... next, the instructions... very simple... click the "crown" out and set the watch... click back in and wind the watch... and the automatic movement during wearing along with winding as needed after not wearing... will do the job. There are also cards stating the "Swiss Making Legend" and other statements linking the watch to Swiss watch making... but no where on the watch or in any of the written materials does it say any part of the watch is made in Switzerland... nor could I find any statement as to where the watch was actually made... just references to the factory being run in a Swiss manner so to speak. This seems a bit deceptive to me. I found elsewhere that these are generally made in China or ... sometimes, more specifically, Hong Kong. There is an identity tag tied onto the watch as well... and a small polishing cloth is provided. The black leather band smells nice and looks OK with a sort of alligator pattern... but it is just a little small for me... most big men over 200 pounds may have the same experience. A similar band in brown is provided as well. The watch is rather large... about 1 3/4 inches diameter... I do not find such a large watch that comfortable really. It interferes a bit with wrist mobility. The face is a pale gold skeleton type... allowing you to see a bit of the works inside... a fun feature. The watch has 20 jewels in the movement. The back states it as water resistant to 50 meters. The movement is also visible from the back... also a fun feature. There are blue anodized metal hands... hour, minute and second... with the hour and minute also having phosphorescent interiors to make viewing in the dark easier. There is a stamped herringbone pattern on the face with attractive numerals. All in all, the watch is attractive and interesting. The works seems to be of quality... especially at this price. I find the large size a little impractical... and I personally prefer metal bands... but I think it is a good deal if you like the looks of this watch. Good Luck!