AV86 1956 MarinevsCitizen Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap BN0266-07E
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Measurements
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1956 Marine
Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap BN0266-07E
Diameter
41mm
40.6mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
n/a
$450
Movement
Seiko VH31
BN0266
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners find the 41mm case comfortable and appreciate the AV86 1956 Marine's in-person appearance. One owner notes uneven lume application, with the dial glowing but the bezel not. The AV86 1956 Marine is considered a fashion watch, with some owners suggesting better quality alternatives exist for the price, though personal preference for the look is acknowledged. On balance, owners rate the AV86 1956 Marine positively for its comfortable wearability and aesthetic appeal, despite some reservations about its value proposition.
Owners praise the Citizen Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap BN0266-07E for its solid build, reasonable price, and the pain-free usability of its solar-powered Eco-Drive movement, with the 40.6mm case size noted as comfortable. One owner finds the polyurethane strap flexes and clicks near the lug, describing it as somewhat strange. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap BN0266-07E highly for its value and reliable solar movement.
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