Bulova Marine StarvsCircula Watches AquaSport II

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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.

Bulova Marine Star at true scale

Marine Star

Circula Watches AquaSport II at true scale

AquaSport II

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

n/a

12.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

41h

Movement

Automatic

Sellita SW200-1

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
41h
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bulova Marine Star

Owners widely praise the Bulova Red Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Marine Star 98B472 for its solid build quality, well-finished stainless steel case with alternating polished and satin surfaces, and dial depth, offering good value. The 41mm case size is noted as an improvement over previous larger versions, addressing concerns about wearability on smaller wrists. One owner finds the red dial appealing and notes good wearability and accuracy. Overall, owners rate the Bulova Red Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Marine Star 98B472 highly for its robust construction and improved sizing at the price.

Circula Watches AquaSport II

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Circula Watches AquaSport II for its 1970s-inspired design, comfortable 40mm wearability, and attractive dial with applied indices that catches light and shadow. The hand-crafted case finishing is described as incredible, and the lume is spectacular. The bezel action is noted as subtle and solid, and the Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement is considered reliable. The watch is competitively priced starting at EUR 599, with owners finding it offers significant value for the money, often including extra straps. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Circula Watches AquaSport II highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition at its price point.