Blok Watches Blok 38vsTimex Deepwater Arctic

Deepwater Arctic
TimexDeepwater Arctic

Ref. deepwater-arctic-40-5mm-stainless-steel-bracelet-watch-tw2y64500·MSRP $299

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Measurements

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Blok Watches Blok 38 at true scale

Blok 38

Timex Deepwater Arctic at true scale

Deepwater Arctic

Diameter

38mm

40.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

MSRP

$379

$299

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$379
$299
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Reviews

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Blok Watches Blok 38

Blok Watches Blok 38 owners and reviewers praise its tool watch ethos and suitability for teaching children time, highlighting its functional rotating bezel with minute markers and screw-down crown for water resistance. The 38mm quartz watch is noted for its Swiss nylon polymer case with a steel core, recycled MIL-SPEC nylon band, and a reasonable price point for its intended purpose. Some owners find the Velcro strap less than ideal but anticipate improved replacements. One reviewer noted the crystal fell out quickly, leading to costly repairs and the watch ceasing to function. Overall, owners rate the Blok Watches Blok 38 highly for its innovative dial and bezel design that effectively teaches children time, despite some durability concerns.

Timex Deepwater Arctic

Owners widely praise the Timex Deepwater Arctic 40.5mm Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch for its clean, balanced dial, vintage-inspired Arabic numerals, and streamlined 40.5mm case size, which fits smaller wrists well due to its 47mm lug-to-lug distance. Reviewers and owners note its 200m water resistance and distinctive hands. Some owners wish for an automatic movement option, and one reviewer flagged legibility issues with the gunmetal bezel insert on a specific colorway. The watch is considered good value at $299 by some, though others find this price point for a quartz watch high, balanced by the materials and water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Timex Deepwater Arctic 40.5mm Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch well for its design and wearability at the price.

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