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Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1vsSeiko Ice Diver

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Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1

The Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 is praised for its fashionable and distinctive military-inspired design, featuring a champagne dial and a polished and brushed case with a ceramic bezel insert. Owners appreciate its utilitarian aesthetic and historical connection. One owner notes the bezel can be slippery. The watch is powered by a Swiss ETA 2892 automatic movement. The price point of $1700 is considered high by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 appealing for its unique design and historical military roots, despite some reservations about its price and bezel grip.

Seiko Ice Diver

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its robust build, classic dive watch design, and excellent value, with many highlighting its strong lume and comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently flag its superior bezel action and overall finishing as standout features for its price point. Some owners find the 43mm case size substantial, with one noting it felt big, thick, and heavy on a 6.5-inch wrist, though others consider it a perfect size. The movement's power reserve is noted as less than newer variants by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its classic design and robust build at an accessible price.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
TYPE 1 M141.5mm
Ice Diver45mm
Power Reserve
TYPE 1 M140h
Ice Diver70h
Water Resistance
TYPE 1 M1370m
Ice Diver200m
MSRP
TYPE 1 M1$1,995
Ice Diver$900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41.5mm
45mm
Thickness
13.7mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
52.6mm
Water Resistance
370m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
6R35
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$900
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