Citizen Promaster DivervsLum-Tec Solar Marine

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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.

Citizen Promaster Diver at true scale

Promaster Diver

Lum-Tec Solar Marine at true scale

Solar Marine

Diameter

41mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

43.5mm

Thickness

n/a

10.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$338

lowest

$463

Movement

Citizen E168

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
43.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen E168
n/a
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$338
$463
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Reviews

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

Citizen Promaster Diver

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Diver for its affordability, lightweight titanium construction, and comfortable wear, noting its handsome dial made from recycled materials and excellent specifications for the price. Some owners express a preference for sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel inserts, and one example showed a slightly misaligned bezel and chapter ring. The bezel action is described by some as spongy, and the bracelet is considered subpar by one owner, with the overall finish being unremarkable due to its brushed titanium. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Promaster Diver highly for its value and comfortable, lightweight titanium build.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Promaster Diver is praised for its high value as an ISO-certified diver under $500. Reviewers note the comfortable fit due to its slim profile. The lack of a day complication was mentioned as a drawback.

Lum-Tec Solar Marine

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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