BERNY Compressor-style Diver AM1970MSvsOrient AA02 Diver

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

BERNY Compressor-style Diver AM1970MS at true scale

Compressor-style Diver AM1970MS

Orient AA02 Diver at true scale

AA02 Diver

Diameter

44mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

47mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$155

lowest

$285

Movement

Miyota 8215

Orient F6922

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
41.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Caseback
Solid
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
n/a
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Orient F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$155
$285
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Reviews

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BERNY Compressor-style Diver AM1970MS

Owners widely praise the BERNY BERNY-Men Automatic Compressor-style Diver Watch-AM1970MS for its solid build, comfortable wear, and exceptional lume, with one owner calling it an "absolute lume monster." The watch is noted for its industrial aesthetic and the functional operation of its inner bezel via a second crown. Some owners would prefer a Miyota 9015 or Seiko NH35 movement over the included Miyota 8215. Overall, owners rate the BERNY BERNY-Men Automatic Compressor-style Diver Watch-AM1970MS highly for its impressive lume and build quality at its price point.

Orient AA02 Diver

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its exceptional value and quality at its affordable price point, with many considering it a "keeper" and a "proper dive watch" offering better specifications than comparable models. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its accuracy, robustness, and understated, versatile design suitable for any occasion. The Orient F6922 automatic movement is noted for its hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and a 40-hour power reserve. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its impressive value and solid dive watch credentials.

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