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Ikepod Seapod S003vsAstor + Banks Chrono

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
Chrono44mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
Chrono40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
Chrono100m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
Chrono$575

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
44mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 5050.B
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$575

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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