Audaz Sea Ranger ADZ-2050vsCertina DS Super PH500M
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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.
Sea Ranger ADZ-2050
DS Super PH500M
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
48.2mm
lowest
Thickness
14.5mm
lowest
14.9mm
Water Resistance
200m
500m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$375
lowest
$1,107
Movement
Seiko NH35
POWERMATIC 80.611
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Audaz Sea Ranger ADZ-2050 for its value and resemblance to higher-end dive watches. One owner finds the 42mm case a bit large for smaller wrists. The watch features a 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, blue Swiss Super Luminova, and a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. Overall, owners rate the Audaz Sea Ranger ADZ-2050 well for its impressive specification set and affordability.
The watch features a 42mm case, sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, and 200m water resistance. Swiss Superluminova provides illumination.
Owners widely praise the Certina DS Super PH500M for its retro dive watch aesthetic, good legibility, and value, with many highlighting its striking orange dial and secure bezel lock. The Powermatic 80.611 movement is reported as consistent and accurate, with one owner noting +2/+3 seconds per day performance. The watch is considered tough and offers good specifications for its price. However, some find the 43mm case and 15mm thickness substantial, potentially wearing large on smaller wrists, and one reviewer notes the crystal retaining ring can be a scratch magnet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Super PH500M highly for its vintage-inspired design and excellent value proposition.
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