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Audaz Reef DivervsSeiko 5 Sports SNXS series

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Audaz Reef Diver

The Audaz Reef Diver is described as a bold, rugged, and dependable 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 powered by a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is priced starting at $269. Overall, owners and reviewers view the Audaz Reef Diver positively as a robust tool watch with a clear dial and strong water resistance for its price.

Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series for its attractive sunburst dials, vintage aesthetic, and excellent value, with many highlighting its comfortable wearability. Reviewers and owners consistently flag the stock bracelet as a significant weakness, often described as jangly, hair-pulling, and difficult to adjust, with a flimsy clasp. The Hardlex crystal is noted as being prone to scratching, and the caseback is described as thick, contributing to a bulky appearance. Accuracy with the movement is reported to be variable, ranging from +/- 1-2 seconds per day to +/- 20 seconds or more, and the movement itself lacks hacking and hand-winding. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series highly for its stunning dials and value, despite significant criticisms of its bracelet and movement limitations.

From video reviewers

The vintage-inspired design and compact case size are praised. The price increase over the previous generation is a point of contention.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef Diver45mm
5 Sports SNXS series37.4mm
Power Reserve
Reef Diver
5 Sports SNXS series41h
Water Resistance
Reef Diver300m
5 Sports SNXS series100m
MSRP
Reef Diver$420
5 Sports SNXS series$415

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
45mm
37.4mm
Thickness
15.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
44.7mm
Lug Width
24mm
18mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Curved
Dial Color
Camouflage
Lume
SuperLuminova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
4R36
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$415
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