Benrus Watches TYPE 2 MIL SpecvsOrient AC0Q-40 Diver

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Measurements
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TYPE 2 MIL Spec

AC0Q-40 Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
39.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.7mm
46.5mm
lowest
Thickness
14.4mm
12.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
365m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
42h
highest
40h
MSRP
$1,795
$370
lowest
Movement
ETA 2892-A2
Orient F6722
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Benrus TYPE 2 MIL SPEC is widely praised for its robust build and faithful vintage military design, featuring a legible matte black dial with Arabic numerals and a 24-hour scale, housed in a 39.5mm sandblasted stainless steel case. Owners describe it as exceptionally durable and a capable tool watch with comfortable wearability. The watch utilizes an ETA 2892 automatic movement and offers 365 meters of water resistance. Some reviewers note that the lume is not exceptionally bright and the strap hardware's finish may clash with the sandblasted case, while one owner found the $1495 price high. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus TYPE 2 MIL SPEC highly for its authentic milspec aesthetic and durable construction.
Owners praise the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch for its value, sapphire crystal, and durable build quality, with many appreciating the 39.9mm case size for its smaller, trendy appeal and the raw steel bezel for a vintage look. The bracelet features folded end links, and while the in-house automatic Orient F6722 movement is considered a good workhorse, the watch is not ISO certified for diving, though suitable for swimming. Unless a purple dial is specifically desired, other color options are recommended. On balance, owners rate the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch highly for its appealing design and value proposition in a compact package.
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