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amazon FREDERIQUE CONSTANT SLIMLINE FC-316C5B9 reviews
In recent years, watchmakers worldwide are no stranger to the name Frederique Constant – a famous Swiss watch brand with a young age but with a classic soul. Although his age is far below those of his “brothers in the village,” what Frederique Constant has done makes them admire to revive the classic designs once in their way. In the countless products, Slimline FC-316C5B9 was born based on the design spirit of the legendary Calatrava watch from Patek Philippe.
- Design influences from legendary Patek Philippe Calatrava
Back in the 30s of the last century, the Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe unveiled a classic Dressing-style legend called Calatrava with a standard design that became a thread for the watch model elegant to this day. Frederique Constant FC-316C5B9 is also produced based on that standard.
With the version, the simplicity and balance with the fancy color is the way that it creates elegance, elegance, and elegance for the wearer. Although unobtrusive with meticulous cuts, fancy needles, or sophisticated patterns, the FC-316C5B9 is the time machine that distills the most beautiful, most classic of the watch world to become perfect.
The dial’s center is the sharp dauphine needle kit – an extremely popular type and represents the classic standard. Although there is a lot of controversy about the name of this type of needle, it is undeniable that this is the most favorite type of needle and is always the preferred choice when looking for luxury watches. The sleek, well-designed needle set by Frederique Constant by chamfering creates two opposing sides to increase the ability to capture light. The details of piles are formed in the same way according to the four corners and though observing at any angle makes us fascinated.
At a 3 o’clock angle, the design version of the timer knob is made of a very beautiful and sophisticated crown shape – not too big to affect aesthetics but not too small to make it difficult to use.
Combined with standard classic details present in the design of FC-316C5B9, the mysterious coffee color spreads across the dial and strap. That is a suitable color for more mature men than young men, fit in shirts, vests, or any suit that requires luxury.
- The creation of high-quality materials
As a “member” of the slimline design that is already thin under 10mm, FC-316C5B9 takes advantage of three-dimensional curves to incorporate the rim and body parts to create a slimmer visual effect. The most valuable is when the shell contains those curves crafted entirely from 18K solid rose gold. That material only appears on high-end watches that bring luxury and permanence in color, more durable than models using only color coating technology. Therefore, when you own an 18K gold-plated watch like FC-316C5B9, there is no need to worry about the harmful agents that lose the watch’s aesthetics.
In addition to 18K solid gold material, the version is also equipped with a high-grade crocodile leather strap when worn, will be very smooth, and does not produce unpleasant odors, whether it is sticky or sweaty.
Besides, when talking about the material present in this expensive watch model, it must be mentioned that sapphire glass is used simultaneously on the front side; the back of the watch gives a transparent look and has Very good scratch resistance.
- Impressive Automatic Caliber FC-316
Through the case back structure of the bottom, you can easily admire the beauty of the Caliber FC-316 apparatus – which contains sophisticated machine parts in which the most impressive is the flywheel with the color of rose gold.
Caliber FC-316 is a popular machine developed by Frederique Constant internally with 25 jewels, 28 oscillator frequency of 800VPH, energy reserve of about 38 hours.
According to the evaluation of those who have experienced this machine, it is acknowledged that this is a good machine, low errors and very stable running. Still, there are not many features beyond the time and schedule setting. However, in the role of a Dresswatch watch model, this is perfectly acceptable.
It is undeniable that the FC-316C5B9 carefully cares for every detail from the inside out. Too perfect. What about you? How do you rate this time machine?
