Citizen Promaster DivervsSheffield Diver 1

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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

Sheffield Diver 1 at true scale

Diver 1

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$338

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Movement

Citizen E168

Miyota 2035

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Citizen E168
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz
Power Reserve
0h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$338
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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.

Sheffield Diver 1

Owners widely praise the Sheffield Diver 1 for its substantial, rugged case and overall quality at an affordable price, with many appreciating the blue dial and dial patina. Some owners note the bezel action could be crisper, and one found the non-quick-set date inconvenient. An owner reported difficulty removing the caseback during servicing, and another experienced tiny shock springs disappearing during cleaning. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield Diver 1 highly for its build quality and value.

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