For whom?
- Athletes : Yes, thanks to its comfortable and resistant silicone bracelet, but limited water resistance (5 ATM) excludes activities such as swimming or diving.
- Professionals : Suitable for daily use with an elegant design and good readability.
- Geeks : The double -sided skeleton mechanism and the automatic movement will appeal to lovers of watchmaking technology.
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Design & Comfort
- Perceived quality : Solid, with a 316L stainless steel case and a brushed/polished finish.
- Comfort : Soft and breathable liquid silicone bracelet, pleasant to wear.
- Aesthetic : Original design with a luminous skeleton dial, but may seem imposing (44.5 mm in diameter).
Features
- Precision of sensors : Reliable automatic mechanism (28,800 vibrations/hour, 72 hours of power reserve). No unnecessary gadgets.
- Night readability : Excellent thanks to the green light tubes and the mineral glass K9 treated.
Autonomy
- Promise vs reality : Complies with expectations with 72 hours of power reserve thanks to the high frequency mechanical movement.
Strengths/Weak points
- Strengths ::
- Unique skeleton design.
- Robust automatic movement (21 rubies).
- Good night readability.
- Comfortable and durable bracelet.
- Weak points ::
- Limited water resistance (5 ATM).
- Imposing size that may not suit all wrists.
- Mineral glass less resistant than sapphire.
Verdict: Top or flop?
The Feice FM501 is a good choice in its price range, offering excellent value for money for amateurs of automatic watches to the unique design.
However, if you are looking for a more versatile watch for aquatic activities or with a more resistant sapphire glass, other options could be more suitable.
