Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU vs Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic

Both are dress watches in the upper tier. In short: the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m). The Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU is automatic, 50m water resistance, 41mm, sapphire crystal; the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic is automatic, 30m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU	Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic
Movement	Automatic	Automatic
Water resistance	50m	30m
Case size	41mm	40mm
Crystal	sapphire	sapphire
Style	Dress	Dress
Price tier	Upper	Upper

Which should you buy?

The Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m).

Where to buy

Orient Star Contemporary RE-AUSee price on AmazonCheck price

Frederique Constant Slimline AutomaticSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU and the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic?
Both are dress watches in the upper tier. The Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU is automatic, 50m water resistance, 41mm, sapphire crystal; the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic is automatic, 30m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU or the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic?
The Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU, rated 50m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Orient Star Contemporary RE-AU or the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic?
Both sit in the upper tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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