Audaz Reef DivervsLIV Watches GX-Diver's 44mm Ocean Blue 2.0
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Measurements
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Reef Diver
GX-Diver's 44mm Ocean Blue 2.0
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
n/a
Thickness
15.5mm
12.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
300m
MSRP
$420
lowest
$1,050
Movement
Seiko NH35
26-jewel Swiss automatic
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Audaz Reef Diver is a bold, rugged tool watch with a focus on clarity and accuracy for diving. It features a 45mm 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, Super-LumiNova C3, and 300m water resistance. One owner notes it is a large, heavy watch. The Audaz Reef Diver is available with a Seiko NH35 automatic movement starting at $269. On balance, owners and reviewers view the Audaz Reef Diver positively for its dependable tool-watch design and robust specifications at its price point.
Owners widely praise the LIV Watches GX-Diver's 44mm Ocean Blue 2.0's unique dial color and texture, noting its surprising versatility with different straps. However, some in the community consider the dials too busy, with the chronographs being a particular design concern, though the divers are seen as slightly better. On balance, owners appreciate the GX-Diver's style and quality, particularly its unique dial.
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