Casio GAC-2500vsRatio FreeDiver 200M

Ref. ratio-freediver-sapphire-stainless-steel-yellow-dial-quartz-rtf034-200m-mens-watch·MSRP $89
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Measurements
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GAC-2500

FreeDiver 200M
Diameter
44.5mm
43.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$145
$89
lowest
Movement
5757
Quartz
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Casio GAC-2500 earns praise from its reviewer for a dial that reads cleanly, with well-spaced, horizontally aligned hands, a beveled date aperture, and a stopwatch that displays as a digit, which is practical for running. The main criticism is the bracelet and clasp: the links feel loose with noticeable gaps, and the pressed-steel clasp offers only three micro-adjustment points. Community input is thin, since the only owner-side source is a spec post that notes magnetically held hands can briefly sit wrong after an impact. Overall, the reviewer rates the Casio GAC-2500 well for its dial and running functionality, with the bracelet fit being the main reservation.
Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 200M Quartz for its excellent value, high quality at its price point, and robust build, often comparing it favorably to other brands. The watch features a sapphire crystal and 200m water resistance, with a quartz movement. Some owners find the 43.5mm case to be thick and chunky, potentially too large for smaller wrists, though it is described as looking nice and feeling high quality. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 200M Quartz highly for its exceptional quality and value, making it a satisfying vacation or beater watch.
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