Aquastar Deepstar IIvsFortis Marinemaster M-40
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Measurements
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Deepstar II
Marinemaster M-40
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Thickness
12mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
38h
MSRP
n/a
$3,520
Movement
Sellita SW290-1
Sellita SW220-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Aquastar Deepstar II for its comfortable 37mm wearability, vintage aesthetic, and excellent value. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its smooth-winding Sellita SW290-1 movement, remarkable timekeeping, and legible dial with excellent lume. The updated beads-of-rice bracelet with a diver extension is considered a worthwhile upgrade, and the included grey tropic strap is notably supple. Some owners, however, find the 37mm case diameter too small, despite the 47mm lug-to-lug contributing to a larger perceived wrist presence. One owner dislikes the small seconds subdial, finding it interrupts the dial's aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Aquastar Deepstar II highly for its vintage charm, comfortable wearability, and strong value proposition.
The vintage design and 37mm case size are praised. The price point is considered a strong point by one reviewer, while another suggests it may limit its appeal.
Owners widely praise the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its impressive lume. The watch comes with a bracelet and three rubber straps, including a deployant buckle. On balance, owners rate the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 highly for its aesthetic appeal and comprehensive strap package.
The watch's Swiss Made construction and robust design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the bracelet as a potential point of contention.
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