The 5711 Super Clone Green Dial: Why Horizontal Embossing Changes Everything

I have handled more than a few super clone watches over the past several years. Most of them get the case shape right. The octagonal bezel, the integrated bracelet flow, the 40mm proportion—these have become predictable. What separates a memorable piece from a forgettable one is almost always the dial. And the green horizontally embossed dial on this 5711 Super Clone is exactly that kind of differentiator.

Walk into any room with good overhead lighting, and you will see what I mean. The embossed horizontal lines run across the entire dial surface, but they do not sit flat. Each ridge catches light at a slightly different angle depending on wrist movement. Turn your wrist toward a window, and the dial shifts from deep forest green to something closer to jade. Turn it away, and it darkens to an almost black green. This is not the kind of dynamic finish you get from a printed or painted dial. It requires actual texture depth, and that depth costs more to produce.

From a practical wearing perspective, the texture serves another purpose. Flat dials—especially glossy ones—can become difficult to read under direct sunlight because of glare. The embossed pattern breaks up reflective surfaces into smaller segments, so you never struggle to find the hour and minute hands. Speaking of which, the luminous coating on those hands performs well beyond what I expected at this tier. After six hours of darkness, the glow remained readable without needing a charge from bright light exposure.

The date window at 3 o'clock is worth a closer look. On many watches in this category, the date cutout looks like an afterthought—sharp edges, misaligned printing, or a white disc that clashes with a colored dial. Here, the date disc matches the dial's green tone, and the frame around the window has been polished to catch side light. It integrates rather than interrupts. That level of attention tells me someone cared about the whole composition, not just the parts people notice first.

Moving beyond the dial, the 40mm stainless steel case follows the expected formula but executes it cleanly. The alternating polished and satin finishes create enough contrast to keep the watch interesting under changing light conditions. What surprised me more was the bracelet comfort. Integrated bracelets often feel stiff or pull hair during the first week of wear. This one did not. The fold-over clasp secures firmly without sharp edges, and the transition from case to bracelet feels continuous rather than bolted on.

Under the surface, the automatic movement runs at 28,800 vibrations per hour with a 45-hour power reserve. I tested the power reserve twice—once fully wound, once after normal wear for a day. Both times it exceeded 44 hours. The 29 jewels are not just a spec sheet number; they reduce friction across the gear train, which translates to smoother winding and better long-term reliability. The sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides keeps the dial visible in bright outdoor conditions without washing out the green.

For daily wear, this watch works with more outfits than you might expect. The green dial reads as neutral in most lighting—dark enough to pair with black or navy, warm enough to work with brown leather or earth tones. I have worn it with a white dress shirt, a grey cashmere sweater, and even a casual henley. It did not look out of place anywhere.

If you are already familiar with the Nautilus-inspired Super Clone Collection, you know the case and bracelet architecture delivers consistent quality. What you may not know is how much the dial can change the entire personality of the watch. The green horizontally embossed version is not trying to be subtle. It is trying to be interesting. And that is a different goal entirely.

See how this dial compares to other finishes in the 5711 Super Clone series. Some watches grow boring after a month on the wrist. This one invites you to keep looking.

• Movement: Automatic Mechanical, 28,800 vph, 29 Jewels, 45-Hour Power Reserve
• Case: 40mm Stainless Steel with Polished and Satin Alternating Finishes
• Bezel: Octagonal Design, Polished Surface
• Dial: Green Horizontally Embossed with Date Display at 3 o'clock
• Hands: Luminous Coated for Low-Light Visibility
• Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Sapphire with Double-Sided Anti-Reflective Treatment
• Bracelet: Integrated Stainless Steel with Fold-Over Clasp
• Water Resistance: Suitable for daily wear