Airain Watches Sous-MarinevsThorn SHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver

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Measurements
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Sous-Marine

SHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver
Diameter
37.5mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.2mm
45.5mm
lowest
Thickness
10.4mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
68h
n/a
MSRP
$2,050
$179
lowest
Movement
La Joux-Perret G100
Seiko NH35
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Airain Watches Sous-Marine reissue is noted for its faithful recreation of the original, featuring a brushed 316L stainless steel case and a sapphire crystal. It is powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement, offering a 68-hour power reserve. The watch includes a Parmentier crown and is available with either a DNA-strand or Lollipop seconds hand. On balance, reviewers highlight the Airain Watches Sous-Marine's authentic vintage design and robust movement as key strengths.
Owners widely praise the Thorn SHY027 39mm BB58 Vintage Diver Automatic Watch for its authentic 1958 vintage aesthetic and compact 39mm case, which provides a vintage, old-school tool watch feel. The watch features Mercedes-style hands and a domed sapphire crystal. Some owners find the finishing and bracelet quality to be less refined than competitors, and the riveted bracelet is noted as difficult to adjust. One reviewer flags the lume as bright but short-lived. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Thorn SHY027 39mm BB58 Vintage Diver Automatic Watch well for its vintage aesthetic and compact case proportions at its price point.
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