Aigi Watches Barents Sea 40mmvsDefakto Struktur
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Measurements
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Barents Sea 40mm
Struktur
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm
Thickness
6.4mm
lowest
6.6mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$179
n/a
Movement
Quartz
Ronda 6004.D
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Aigi Watches BARENTS SEA 40MM's dial, with its triangular indices catching light beautifully and adding character. Some owners note a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade. The watch features a 40mm case and 50m water resistance. Owners are split on the numerical font and proportions, with some finding the wide bezel and small dial unattractive, though the MOP dial is appreciated. The consensus is that owners appreciate the dial's finishing and unique details, despite some debate over its design elements and movement.
Owners praise the Defakto Struktur for its quality materials, craftsmanship, and minimalist design, with some appreciating its novelty and uncommon sub-seconds dial. One owner found the crown's date setting awkward due to internal movement without external display change. Concerns exist regarding the brand's business status, with reports of unanswered emails and a partially broken shopping cart. Overall, owners value the Defakto Struktur for its design and materials, though some question its price for a quartz model.
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