Buyalov РР03 АкулаvsOrient Sports Diver

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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 РР03 Акула at true scale

РР03 Акула

Orient Sports Diver at true scale

Sports Diver

Diameter

44.8mm

43.6mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51mm

Thickness

n/a

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

50h

MSRP

n/a

$745

Movement

Seiko NH35

Orient F6724

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44.83mm
43.6mm
Thickness
n/a
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Orient F6724
Power Reserve
0h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$745
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Reviews

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

Buyalov РР03 Акула

Owners praise the Buyalov РР03 Акула's original and rugged design, appreciating its unique dial texture and case finishing, with some noting the Seiko NH35 movement keeps good time. However, the watch's substantial 44.83mm case and 56.3mm lug-to-lug distance are frequently cited as too large for smaller wrists, and one owner found the polished caseback clashed with the brushed case. The price is considered acceptable by some, while others feel it is too high for the brand. Overall, owners rate the Buyalov РР03 Акула highly for its unique design and rugged appeal, despite concerns about its substantial size.

Orient Sports Diver

Owners widely praise the Orient Sports Diver for its stylish appearance and value, with one owner selecting it over microbrands for its in-house movement and original design. The starburst blue dial and pebble-like design are noted as attractive features. Some find the watch too large and thick, and one owner considers the black lume inadequate for diving. The in-house Cal.F6N42 movement is not the most accurate, and a minor criticism is the lack of a lumed pip on the bezel's zero marker. Overall, owners rate the Orient Sports Diver highly for its stylish appearance and value for money.

From video reviewers

The Orient Star Diver features excellent legibility due to its luminous hands and markers, along with sapphire crystal. The watch has a power reserve indicator.

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