Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s EditionvsSynchron Poseidon Ice 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.

Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition at true scale

Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition

Synchron Poseidon Ice Diver at true scale

Poseidon Ice Diver

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

15.4mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

60h

68h

highest

MSRP

$3,590

n/a

Movement

Automatic

La Joux-Perret G100

Case

4 specs
Thickness
15.4mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
60h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,590
n/a
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Reviews

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

Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition

The Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition is widely praised for its faithful reissue of an iconic dive watch, featuring a new monopusher chronograph movement with a unique central 60-minute display and improved wearability due to a slimmer case and redesigned lugs. Owners and reviewers highlight the comfortable 42mm case, the functional yacht timer, and the ease of use of the central chronograph for everyday timing. Some owners note that the 200m water resistance is a compromise from the original's 500m, and one reviewer flags the stamped clasp as a drawback at its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition highly for its unique chronograph function and comfortable, modernized vintage design.

Synchron Poseidon Ice Diver

Owners widely praise the Synchron Poseidon Ice Diver for its value and wearability, with many noting its balanced feel and comfortable Isofrane strap, even on smaller wrists. The La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement is consistently highlighted for its smooth winding and accuracy, with one owner reporting -4 seconds per day. The 120-click bezel action is well-regarded, and the watch is considered a good value at its price point. Overall, owners rate the Synchron Poseidon Ice Diver highly for its comfortable wearability and reliable Swiss movement at an accessible price.