Archimede Watches 1950-1vsBulova Vintage Sea Hunter

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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.

Archimede Watches 1950-1 at true scale

1950-1

Bulova Vintage Sea Hunter at true scale

Vintage Sea Hunter

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$952

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Movement

Miyota 9015

Automatic

Case

1 specs
Thickness
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Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
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Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
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Power Reserve
n/a
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$952
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Reviews

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Archimede Watches 1950-1

Archimede Watches 1950-1 is praised for its attractive 1950s styling and German-made Ickler case. Owners note its light weight and 9.8mm thinness, making it a versatile everyday and business-casual watch. The 39mm case features bent hands that follow the dial's curve and silver Arabic numerals that appear black in many lighting conditions, with a clean date execution. The Miyota 9015 automatic movement is standard, and the watch is priced around $660 USD. The included strap is considered mediocre and too large for some wrists, and a recurring complaint involves the inconsistent performance of a bracelet's push clasp, leading some to recommend opting for a strap instead. On balance, owners rate the Archimede Watches 1950-1 highly for its classic styling and well-finished Ickler case at its price point.

Bulova Vintage Sea Hunter

Owners widely praise the Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Vintage Sea Hunter 43B175 for its vintage skin diver aesthetic and coherent design, with many considering it a gem and a great value for the price, often citing the well-executed aged lume and satisfying bezel action. Some owners note the mineral crystal as a downside, preferring sapphire, and one reviewer would opt for white lume over the tan for a cleaner look. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Vintage Sea Hunter 43B175 highly for its vintage styling and value at the price point.

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