Circula Watches AquaSport IIvsIXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch

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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.

Circula Watches AquaSport II at true scale

AquaSport II

IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch at true scale

5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12.6mm

12.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$218

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

PT5000

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
PT5000
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$218
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Reviews

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

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.

IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch

Owners widely report the IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch offers excellent lume and wears exceptionally well, with one owner noting accuracy at -1 second per day. Some users flag potential inconsistencies in finishing compared to established brands, and one owner mentions sharp edges on the bottom mid-case and lugs. The stock bracelet is considered very heavy, though an aftermarket bracelet can improve wearability. The IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch is seen as decent for its price, with some noting good specifications. Overall, owners rate the IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch highly for its wearability and lume at the price.

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