Aquatico Sea star V2 black dial ceramic bezel No DatevsOrient AA02 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.

Aquatico Sea star V2 black dial ceramic bezel No Date at true scale

Sea star V2 black dial ceramic bezel No Date

Orient AA02 Diver at true scale

AA02 Diver

Diameter

42mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

47mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

13mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

40h

highest

MSRP

$699

$285

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Orient F6922

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Orient F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$285
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Reviews

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Aquatico Sea star V2 black dial ceramic bezel No Date

Owners widely praise the Aquatico Sea star V2 black dial ceramic bezel No Date for its attractive dial with vintage lume and gilt accents, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at $254 USD. The ceramic bezel is consistently described as gorgeous, solid-feeling, and easy to grip with firm, low-play rotation, featuring 120 audible and tactile clicks. Some owners note a phantom date crown position on the no-date model and a bracelet that uses push pins instead of screw links. One sample reported accuracy of +40 seconds per day, while another experienced a rotor issue attributed to the movement manufacturer. Overall, owners rate the Aquatico Sea star V2 black dial ceramic bezel No Date highly for its striking aesthetics and robust bezel action at an accessible price point.

Orient AA02 Diver

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its exceptional value and quality at its affordable price point, with many considering it a "keeper" and a "proper dive watch" offering better specifications than comparable models. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its accuracy, robustness, and understated, versatile design suitable for any occasion. The Orient F6922 automatic movement is noted for its hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and a 40-hour power reserve. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its impressive value and solid dive watch credentials.