Cronos EX Miyota 90S5 DivervsOrient Kamasu

Ref. us-pre-owned-cronos-39mm-ex-miyota-90s5-pt5000-dive-watch-l6041·MSRP $182
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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.

EX Miyota 90S5 Diver

Kamasu
Diameter
39mm
41.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
10.8mm
lowest
12.8mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$182
lowest
$375
Movement
Miyota 90S5
Orient F6922
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely consider the Cronos 39mm EX Miyota 90S5 / PT5000 Dive Watch L6041 a great value at around $200, with some favoring the Miyota 90S5 movement for potentially better regulation. One owner notes the 39mm size has good proportions, though another prefers the 36mm version, finding the 39mm's hour hand slightly small. The PT5000 movement is considered acceptable, though its winding feel is described as rough. Overall, owners rate the Cronos 39mm EX Miyota 90S5 / PT5000 Dive Watch L6041 highly for its craftsmanship and value at the price point.
Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its exceptional value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and appealing design features like applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its strong lume, sapphire crystal, hacking and hand-winding F6922 movement, and comfortable, well-proportioned case. However, multiple sources note that the bezel exhibits noticeable play and can sometimes become sticky, while some owners find the bracelet's hollow end links and pressed clasp to be a weak point, with one owner reporting a rattle and another finding the crown difficult to grip. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features for the price point, making it a standout value diver.
The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.
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