Bulova Marine StarvsSeiko Monster SRP313J1
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Measurements
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Marine Star
Monster SRP313J1
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
n/a
$450
Movement
Automatic
Seiko 4R36
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
The Seiko Monster SRP313J1 is praised for its updated 4R36 movement offering hacking and hand-winding, and its bright LumiBrite lume. One owner notes their watch runs at +480 seconds per day. Another owner finds the "teeth indices" of second-generation Monsters more fitting to the "monstrous" aesthetic, considering the SRP313J1 sleeker. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Monster SRP313J1 appealing for its modern movement features and strong lume, though aesthetic preferences vary.
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