Audaz Ocean RaidervsOrient M-Force AC0N

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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.

Audaz Ocean Raider at true scale

Ocean Raider

Orient M-Force AC0N at true scale

M-Force AC0N

Diameter

45mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

52mm

Thickness

15mm

12.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$400

lowest

$555

Movement

Seiko NH35

Orient F6 Series

Case

3 specs
Thickness
15mm
12.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Orient F6 Series
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$555
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Audaz Ocean Raider

Owners report the Audaz Ocean Raider offers amazing lume, serving as a less expensive alternative to higher-end dive watches. One owner notes the watch feels a bit big on smaller wrists. Another owner describes the watch as being in 87% condition due to slight marks on the case sides and back, with a worn aftermarket strap. On balance, owners appreciate the Audaz Ocean Raider for its strong lume and value proposition, though size may be a consideration for those with smaller wrists.

Orient M-Force AC0N

Owners widely praise the Orient M-Force AC0N for its rugged, tank-like appearance and the perceived reliability of its Japanese automatic movement, with some noting its robust build quality and superior diver bezel. The watch features a striking green dial with unique indices, and its lume is described as excellent by one owner, though another finds its low-light legibility poor due to weak lume. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +12 seconds per day as stable, while another found it kept near-perfect time when fully wound. A minor concern noted by one owner is a wobbly crown. Despite some finding the 45mm case too large and flashy for daily wear, many owners praise the Orient M-Force AC0N's toughness and value. Overall, owners rate the Orient M-Force AC0N highly for its rugged aesthetic and perceived durability at the price point.

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