Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver 42mmvsCitizen Series 8 890 City Lights
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Measurements
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Royal Oak Offshore Diver 42mm
Series 8 890 City Lights
Diameter
42mm
42.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
60h
highest
42h
MSRP
n/a
$1,495
Movement
3120
Miyota 9051
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver 42mm is widely praised for its readable dial, iconic Méga Tapisserie pattern, and superb quality, striking a balance between sporty and refined for everyday wear. Owners report it sits very well on the wrist and looks better in person than expected, with exceptional finishing and a luxurious feel. The internal rotating bezel is noted as stiff and awkward to use underwater due to crown placement, and one owner found the 42mm case size to be a tad large. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver 42mm highly for its exceptional finishing and readable dial.
The Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights features a geometric dial inspired by skyscraper shadows. Owners note the Miyota 9051 automatic movement. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights to be a versatile and understated timepiece, with its geometric dial being a particular point of interest.
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