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Audaz ADZ-3010vsSeiko 5KX

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ADZ-3010
AudazADZ-3010
MSRP $720
5KX
Seiko5KX
MSRP $350
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Audaz ADZ-3010

Owners widely praise the Audaz Seafarer's versatile design, fitting for both diving and formal wear, and note its NH35 automatic movement and 200m water resistance. One owner highlights the Sea Ranger's amazing lume with a gorgeous phosphorus blue color. However, some owners criticize the Audaz Sand Color Dial as a blatant copy of iconic watches, deeming the "affordable luxury" claim disingenuous, while others express skepticism about the water resistance and call it a Rolex clone. The 42mm case is noted as being a little big on smaller wrists. Overall, owners are split on the Audaz, with praise for its lume and versatility tempered by significant criticism regarding its design originality and perceived value.

Seiko 5KX

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its strong lume and comfortable wearability, with many noting its compact feel due to a short lug-to-lug length. The NH36 movement's accuracy varies, with typical performance between +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some report better. A lack of screw-down crown and ISO certification are noted drawbacks for its water resistance. Some owners find the bracelet to be of cheaper construction with hollow links, and a few have reported quality control issues. The consensus is that the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series offers good value for its price, appealing to those who appreciate its tool-like nature and iconic lineage.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ADZ-301044mm
5KX42.5mm
Power Reserve
ADZ-3010
5KX41h
Water Resistance
ADZ-30101,000m
5KX100m
MSRP
ADZ-3010$720
5KX$350

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
44mm
42.5mm
Thickness
16mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
46mm
Water Resistance
1000m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$720
$350
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