Citizen Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane StrapvsLum-Tec Solar Marine
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Measurements
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Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap
Solar Marine
Diameter
40.6mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
43.5mm
Thickness
n/a
10.7mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
MSRP
$450
lowest
$463
Movement
BN0266
Automatic
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Citizen Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap BN0266-07E for its solid build, reasonable price, and the pain-free usability of its solar-powered Eco-Drive movement, with the 40.6mm case size noted as comfortable. One owner finds the polyurethane strap flexes and clicks near the lug, describing it as somewhat strange. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Dive Black Dial Polyurethane Strap BN0266-07E highly for its value and reliable solar movement.
Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Solar Marine for its all-black diver design, excellent lume, and rugged, tank-like build. This 39mm watch is noted as a great smaller option, fitting a 7-inch wrist perfectly and suitable for extensive water activities. One owner cautions that the PVD coating may wear and chip within a year. On balance, owners rate the Lum-Tec Solar Marine highly for its rugged build and excellent lume in a compact dive watch package.
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