Addiesdive Retro SubvsSheffield Diver 1

The Addiesdive Retro Sub Quartz Watch AD2054 is widely praised for its exceptional value and surprising quality for its price point, with owners frequently highlighting its impressive dial finishing, depth, and color. The case finishing is considered comparable to Seiko, and the BGW9 lume is noted as bright and durable, remaining readable overnight. The watch features a Miyota 2115 quartz movement and 200m water resistance. Some sources mention a sapphire crystal, solid end links, and a milled clasp. However, criticisms include a scratch-prone mineral crystal (though one source states sapphire), a hollow-sounding bezel, a rattly oyster bracelet with push pins, and a stiff crown. The lume is generally praised, but one owner found it less strong than other watches and another noted the Steeldive version's lume lasted longer. Some owners also reported a misaligned bezel insert.

Owners widely praise the Sheffield Diver 1 for its substantial, rugged case and overall quality at an affordable price, with many appreciating the blue dial and dial patina. Some owners note the bezel action could be crisper, and one found the non-quick-set date inconvenient. An owner reported difficulty removing the caseback during servicing, and another experienced tiny shock springs disappearing during cleaning. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield Diver 1 highly for its build quality and value.