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Audaz ADZ-3040vsSeiko Monster

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ADZ-3040
AudazADZ-3040
MSRP $550
Monster
SeikoMonster
MSRP $550
What people say

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Audaz ADZ-3040

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 Monster

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superb lume, with many noting its comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently highlight its impressive finishing and classic dive watch design, often comparing it favorably to older models. Some owners find the size substantial, with one noting it as big, thick, and heavy on a 6.5-inch wrist, while others find it perfect. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its exceptional value and robust, classic dive watch design.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ADZ-304042mm
Monster42.4mm
Power Reserve
ADZ-3040
Monster41h
Water Resistance
ADZ-3040200m
Monster200m
MSRP
ADZ-3040$550
Monster$550

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
42.4mm
Thickness
14mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
13mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
4R36
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
25
24
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