Buyalov РР02.2 АкулаvsOrient 75th Anniversary RA-TX0210L10B

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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.

Buyalov РР02.2 Акула at true scale

РР02.2 Акула

Orient 75th Anniversary RA-TX0210L10B at true scale

75th Anniversary RA-TX0210L10B

Diameter

46.3mm

42.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

55.5mm

48.1mm

lowest

Thickness

13.6mm

13.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$375

Movement

Miyota 82S5

Orient F6724

Case

4 specs
Diameter
46.3mm
42.8mm
Thickness
13.6mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
55.5mm
48.1mm
Lug Width
24mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82S5
Orient F6724
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$375
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Reviews

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

Buyalov РР02.2 Акула

Owners widely praise the Buyalov РР02.2 Акула's original and rugged design, with some noting good case finishing and unique dials. The addition of a rotating inner bezel is seen as an improvement over previous models. However, the watch's size is a significant concern, with many finding the 56.3mm lug-to-lug distance on leather strap too massive for smaller wrists, though some with 16cm wrists find it wearable on rubber. The 24-hour subdial is considered by one owner to make the dial too busy, and the price is viewed by some as too high. On balance, owners appreciate the Buyalov РР02.2 Акула's distinctive design and build quality, but its substantial size presents a significant barrier for many potential buyers.

Orient 75th Anniversary RA-TX0210L10B

Owners widely praise the beautiful light blue dial of the Orient 75th Anniversary RA-TX0210L10B, with one owner calling it "amazing" and another noting it is "very beautiful in person." The watch is frequently described as punching above its price point, with one owner finding the sub-$200 price on Jomashop to be amazing value for a Japanese chronograph. Some owners feel the 1,000 unit production is not truly limited and that the watch is not overtly special, with one owner finding the dial color too feminine for a dive watch. The chrono second hand blends in and could be more highlighted, though one owner found the golden seconds hand to be the "cherry on top." Some owners prefer the compact size of other variants in the line. Overall, owners rate the Orient 75th Anniversary RA-TX0210L10B highly for its dial aesthetics and value at the price.