Avanté Lunar vs Timex Marlin Moon Phase: which suits you?

The Avanté Lunar Silver suits someone looking for a slim moonphase watch with sapphire crystal and a steel bracelet. The Timex Marlin Moon Phase TW2W51000 is worth considering if you prefer a round, vintage-inspired watch on leather. Both are 40 mm quartz watches; the main differences are their crystal, case thickness and design.

This comparison is written by Avanté using published product specifications. It is not an independent hands-on test. We compare the Lunar Silver with the specific Timex reference TW2W51000, not the entire Marlin range. Prices and specifications were checked on 13 September 2026 and may change.

Pictured: Avanté Lunar Silver. This photograph does not show a Timex or a comparative wear test.

Which versions are being compared?

The Lunar Silver pairs a silver-tone case and bracelet with a black dial. The selected Timex has a green dial and a brown leather strap. Check the exact reference when shopping: another colour or strap configuration may have a different price or specification.

• Avanté Lunar Silver: €180, 40 mm diameter, 8.8 mm thick, sapphire crystal and a 316L steel bracelet.

• Timex TW2W51000: €189, 40 mm diameter, 12 mm thick, acrylic crystal and a 20 mm leather strap.

• Both: quartz, moonphase, day, date and month displays.

See the complete versions on the Avanté Lunar Silver product page and the official Timex product page. Check the selected strap option and current total price before ordering.

Crystal: sapphire or the character of acrylic?

Timex specifies acrylic for this reference, not mineral glass. The Lunar Silver specification lists sapphire. That distinction matters if scratch resistance is part of your shortlist, but the crystal alone cannot prove that one complete watch is more durable in every situation.

Consider the visual result too. The crystal profile, case and dial work together. Our guide to watch crystals provides further background on scratch resistance and material choices.

Does the same diameter mean the same fit?

No. The listed case heights differ by 3.2 mm. Thickness is worth checking if you plan to wear the watch under a shirt cuff, although the actual fit also depends on case shape, wrist shape and how the strap or bracelet is adjusted.

Look beyond wrist circumference. Check how the case and first bracelet links sit across your wrist. A 40 mm diameter is a starting point, not a fit guarantee. Our 40 mm watch sizing guide explains the other details to assess.

Which one should make your shortlist?

• Choose the Lunar Silver if sapphire, a lower case profile and an integrated steel-bracelet look are your priorities.

• Choose this Marlin if its round retro case, green dial and leather strap are the combination you prefer.

• If you are still exploring the category, start with our wider affordable moonphase watch buying guide.

Want a closer look at the Avanté option? The Lunar Silver page includes detailed photographs, strap options and the full specifications. Use those details to judge whether this particular combination fits your daily wardrobe.

Frequently asked questions

Are these watches automatic?

No. Both versions discussed here are quartz watches. Marlin is also used for other models, so always check the reference rather than the collection name alone.

Is this Timex a chronograph?

No. Small subdials do not automatically mean a stopwatch. This comparison concerns the Moon Phase TW2W51000 with calendar displays.

Is a thinner watch always more comfortable?

No. Thickness is just one factor alongside bracelet adjustment, weight, case shape and preference. We have not carried out a comparative wear test.

Should the price difference decide it?

Not on its own. The difference at our check was €9. First decide which configuration you would enjoy wearing, then check current price, availability and the seller's terms.