Aigi Watches Northern Lights AutomaticvsOrient Sports Diver

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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 Northern Lights Automatic at true scale

Northern Lights Automatic

Orient Sports Diver at true scale

Sports Diver

Diameter

43mm

43.6mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

lowest

51mm

Thickness

11mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

50h

MSRP

$443

lowest

$745

Movement

Seiko NH35

Orient F6724

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
43.6mm
Thickness
11mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
51mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Orient F6724
Power Reserve
0h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$443
$745
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Reviews

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

Aigi Watches Northern Lights Automatic

Owners praise the Northern Lights dial for its character in sunlight, comparing it favorably to Grand Seiko's dials. Some owners question the brand's longevity and suggest more reputable alternatives for a safer purchase. Concerns are raised about the watch's chunkiness, with a 43mm diameter and 49mm lug-to-lug. One owner noted the watch arrived with a Miyota 9015 movement, not the expected Seiko NH35. Overall, owners find the Aigi Watches NORTHERN LIGHTS AUTOMATIC to be a decent value at $199, with the dial being a standout feature.

Orient Sports Diver

Owners widely praise the Orient Sports Diver for its stylish appearance and value, with one owner selecting it over microbrands for its in-house movement and original design. The starburst blue dial and pebble-like design are noted as attractive features. Some find the watch too large and thick, and one owner considers the black lume inadequate for diving. The in-house Cal.F6N42 movement is not the most accurate, and a minor criticism is the lack of a lumed pip on the bezel's zero marker. Overall, owners rate the Orient Sports Diver highly for its stylish appearance and value for money.

From video reviewers

The Orient Star Diver features excellent legibility due to its luminous hands and markers, along with sapphire crystal. The watch has a power reserve indicator.

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