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Citizen Promaster Diver AutomaticvsRolex Sea-Dweller

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Promaster Diver Automatic
CitizenPromaster Diver Automatic
MSRP $469
Sea-Dweller
RolexSea-Dweller
MSRP $14,550
What people say

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Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic for its lightweight titanium build, comfortable wear, and good specifications at its price point, with one owner highlighting its accuracy and dynamic dial made from recycled materials. Some users find the bezel action spongy and the bracelet subpar, while others note the overall finish is basic due to the brushed titanium. A reviewer also points out a preference for sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel inserts. On balance, owners rate the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic highly for its value proposition as an affordable, lightweight, and accurate dive watch.

Rolex Sea-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sea-Dweller's matte dial with red lettering, with some calling it the best dial on a modern Rolex. The watch is noted for its substantial presence, with some owners appreciating its "chunkiness" and "clean look," while others find it wears smaller than its 43mm size suggests. The Sea-Dweller is considered by some to be a superior, more masculine dive watch than alternatives. However, the watch's thickness and 215-gram weight are frequently cited as potential drawbacks, making it best suited for larger wrists. Some owners find the cyclops on newer models detracts from the watch's aesthetic, with one reviewer calling it "goofy." The Sea-Dweller is also considered less versatile and popular than other models due to its size and thickness. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Sea-Dweller highly for its distinct dial and substantial presence, though its size and thickness make it a niche choice for those with larger wrists.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Diver Automatic44mm
Sea-Dweller43mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Diver Automatic40h
Sea-Dweller70h
Water Resistance
Promaster Diver Automatic200m
Sea-Dweller1,220m
MSRP
Promaster Diver Automatic$469
Sea-Dweller$14,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
1220m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
8204
3235
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$14,550
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