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This is a (very) mini review after a week on wrist and includes some macro shots (and video) I took today.

The Stowa Partitio is an overlooked gem. This is a remake of a Stowa model from the 1930s. It comes standard with an automatic ETA 2824, but you can order it (and I did) with the handwound ETA 2804-2 that is decorated with cotes de Geneve and blued screws.

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Almost all my other watches are automatics, and I'm still not sure if I like the handaufzag (handwind) or not. It is much better to look at without the rotor getting in the way, and there is something nice about winding it each morning.
The printing on the dial is impeccable, and it is super comfortable to wear at 37mm wide and 9.8 mm high and Lug-to-Lug of 46.9.

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I don't have a good lume shot (sorry!) but the watch has really great lume. Nice to come inside after a walk in the sun and see the watch glowing on your wrist!

The red second hand is a newish option that I chose and I really think it gives the watch a little extra pop and character. This watch works with a suit as well as with jeans and a t-shirt. It very nicely combines elements of both Art Deco and Bauhaus.

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I have no affiliation with Stowa, but my understanding is that they have made a conscious decision to offer well made watches at very competitive prices by using Swiss movements (rather than in-house) and by using no dealers or middle men. I think they have a winning combination and provide truly excellent value for money.....
This is my first Stowa and is unlikely to be my last.....

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Yes, the Partitio is sadly overlooked by the WIS crowd. Personally, I've always loved it, the white dial being my fave. While it might be true to the original, the lack of a tail on the seconds hand would drive me nuts and has always stopped me giving it more serious consideration. Like the red, though. Maybe Stowa should offer more seconds hand options including some with proper tails...
 
#5 ·
Most Stowa watches are amazing.
I almost got the Partitio.
I was on the verge of getting one when a windfall happened and I got the Nomos Club instead.
the main reason for the Nomos was the 10ATM WR, followed by inhouse movement.
 
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Nice review and pics.
I’ve had my eye on the white one for a while. I have a few other Stowas and love the brand. As you said, they make well made affordable watches. Last week I had the opportunity to buy a white hand wound one in exceptional used condition. I couldn’t resist. I’ve had it for a few days now and find it very old school, which I like. The dial is beautiful. It truly is a gem.


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TgeekB said:
Nice review and pics.
I've had my eye on the white one for a while. I have a few other Stowas and love the brand. As you said, they make well made affordable watches. Last week I had the opportunity to buy a white hand wound one in exceptional used condition. I couldn't resist. I've had it for a few days now and find it very old school, which I like. The dial is beautiful. It truly is a gem.

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Very lucky indeed! I've been searching for a preowned one myself. They're verry scarce.

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I've at times considered getting a partitio, never really committed to it though. For some reason, I cannot quite figure out if the case is nicely made or not. With the anteas and the marine-original, the cases were really nice (esp. the hand-ground MO 41mm brushed case, just perfect...). But the partitio, idk. In some photos, it looks a bit... soft?
 
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It's indeed a very nice watch with unique look and vintage vibe. It threads the line between minimalist design and interesting enough look very well and (movement aside) appeals to me more so that some of the basic Nomos models, as Partitio offers more rounded and softer angles and curves
 
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First of all, I believe what the OP meant (correct me if I'm wrong) was that it is a gem in the Stowa lineup, not overall.
Second, there is more to Stowa than the movement. As far as looks, it is based off a vintage piece and done very well. The craftsmanship is exceptional. The customer service is as well.
What's the saying, you can't judge a book by its cover? It's not for everyone but for those looking for a well made German vintage Bauhaus inspired piece that's not 44mm like everything else made today, it presents quite well.
Just my 2c.

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I totally agree that this watch has been massively overlooked. I just recently discovered it about a month ago. I of course did a search on Instagram and FB and really not a lot comes up. Lots of pictures but all from the same 5-10 owners. Do a YouTube search and there’s maybe 2 reviews of the watch. I’m massively in love it and have been on the hunt for a preowned model(as I’m a massive believer in buying used, not because I don’t think the watch is worth it) before trying to order from Stowa direct. I’ve contacted a lot of owners via Instagram and FB and they are all completely in love with this watch and would have to die before selling it. And with them seldom coming up on here for sale, I’d say that’s a good indication this watch is a goodie.


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katfromTN said:
Curious why you decided on handwound vs auto? Or if anyone else with experience with the eta 2801 movement could chime in that would be great.
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I always get a 2801 over a 2824 when I have a choice. The 2801 has a nice, crisp winding action compared to a 2824 which feels gritty when being wound. In some cases the watch itself may be 1 mm or so thinner than an auto. The 2801 has no date function and since I don't buy watches with the date that works out well for me - no phantom crown position on the 2801. Finally, I just like hand winding watches. I have 15 watches, 8 of which are hand winding. Only one is a 2801 but I've had a half dozen others in the past and I have a new 2801 (instead of a 2824) on the way. The 2801 is a robust and, when properly regulated, very accurate movement.
 
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Thank you all for the compliments, I credit the watch for making it look so good on my wrist.

@Sir-Guy As far as initial impressions, the watch exceeded my expectations but that came to no surprise because there's almost no watch review videos on YouTube and not many pictures on the internet so I had little to go by, but knew I was in love with the style. The superluminova on the numerals definitely make the watch. They have a great texture to them and add to the vintage feel. The Partitio has a nice weight to it too. That may not seem important to some but I actually don't like super light watches. I had bought a Junghans Max Bill not that long ago and although it's a beautiful watch and it just felt very fragile on the wrist. The Partitio feels like it can hold its own weight and can be that everyday wearer if I want it to. My wrist are around 6.5inches and it fits perfectly but I think anyone with larger or smaller wrist would wear it well too. This is my only modern handwinding watch as I have some vintage pieces in my collection and I find its incredibly smooth to wind. I know some have had issues with the smaller crown and request a larger one but I have no issues so far. Stowa's brown leather strap is super comfy as well. Anyway, it's a fantastic watch and looks to be a strap monster based on how well it goes with many of my straps. A true hidden gem among the watch community which honestly adds to the appeal for me at least[emoji6]

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I'd buy this just to have a watch that says "Handaufzug" on the dial!
It looks fantastic. Really is a gem. Congrats!
 
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