Aigi Watches Barents Sea AutomaticvsBulova Classic Square Classic

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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 Barents Sea Automatic at true scale

Barents Sea Automatic

Bulova Classic Square Classic at true scale

Classic Square Classic

Diameter

43mm

35mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

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Thickness

11mm

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Water Resistance

200m

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MSRP

$180

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Movement

Seiko NH35

Miyota GL20

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
35mm
Thickness
11mm
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Lug-to-Lug
49mm
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Lug Width
22mm
16mm
Water Resistance
200m
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Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
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Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota GL20
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$180
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Reviews

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Aigi Watches Barents Sea Automatic

Owners report that the Aigi Watches BARENTS SEA AUTOMATIC offers good specifications for its $199 price, with one owner noting the dial's textured triangles catch the light beautifully, adding significant character. Some owners find the 43mm diameter, 49mm lug-to-lug, and 22mm lugs to be chunky. One owner received a replacement unit due to misaligned hands, indices, and bezel, and weak lume. Another owner received the watch with a Miyota 9015 movement instead of the expected Seiko NH35. Overall, owners rate the Aigi Watches BARENTS SEA AUTOMATIC as a decent value for the price, with its dial texture being a notable positive, though build quality consistency and movement sourcing are points of concern.

Bulova Classic Square Classic

Owners praise the Bulova Classic Men's Square Blue Dial Classic Stainless Steel Watch for its unique yet classic design and elegant 35mm case size, particularly at its sale price. The stainless steel construction is recommended over gold plating. The Miyota GL20 quartz movement is noted, with the brand's history in quartz watches seen as a positive. On balance, owners rate the Bulova Classic Men's Square Blue Dial Classic Stainless Steel Watch highly for its distinctive styling and value.