BOLDR Supply Co. Five In A Row IIvsTissot Seastar 1000
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Measurements
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Five In A Row II
Seastar 1000
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$399
lowest
$875
Movement
Seiko NH35
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the BOLDR Supply Co. Five In A Row II for its value and materials, with one owner noting its automatic movement keeps excellent time. Reviewers highlight its detailed finishing, fully lumed dial for legibility, and comfortable NATO strap, deeming it a versatile adventure companion. The BOLDR Supply Co. Five In A Row II is a 38mm watch with 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the BOLDR Supply Co. Five In A Row II highly for its impressive finishing and legibility at its affordable price point.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value and solid build, with one reviewer calling it a comfortable, sporty, and affordable everyday watch with a great case and dial ratio. However, some owners find the Tissot Seastar 1000 too large and poorly proportioned, citing small indices on larger dials and a difficult-to-read bezel. Criticisms also include a non-reflective crystal causing glare, mediocre lume, and a subpar bracelet, with some feeling it is underwhelming for the price compared to other divers. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its value and solid build at the price point.
The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
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