Aigi Watches ARCTIC TIDEvsOceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Titanium 1250m

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aigi Watches ARCTIC TIDE at true scale

ARCTIC TIDE

Oceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Titanium 1250m at true scale

Deep Marine Explorer II Titanium 1250m

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Thickness

11.9mm

lowest

14.3mm

Water Resistance

200m

1250m

highest

MSRP

$865

$449

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.95mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
n/a
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
1250m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$865
$449
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches ARCTIC TIDE

Owners report the Aigi Arctic Tide's dial markers catch the light similarly to Grand Seiko dials, and one user noted a preference for its movement over an alternative. Some owners consider the 40mm case size comfortable, while others found a 43mm variant chunky. One owner received their watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade, and another experienced issues with lume and alignment on their initial unit, receiving a replacement. On balance, owners view the Aigi Arctic Tide as a decent value at its Kickstarter price, with good on-paper specifications, though concerns exist regarding the brand's newness and potential for it to be a catalogue watch.

Oceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Titanium 1250m

Owners widely praise the Oceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Titanium 1250m for its titanium construction, which contributes to its wearability. The unique mother-of-pearl dial is also a frequently highlighted feature. The watch is equipped with a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, offers 1250m water resistance, and includes a helium escape valve and a screw-down case back with triple seals. It also features a scratch-proof, anti-reflective domed sapphire crystal. On balance, owners rate the Oceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Titanium 1250m highly for its distinctive dial and lightweight titanium build at its price point.