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DuFrane Watches Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch

Owners widely praise the DuFrane Watches Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch for its comfortable 39mm wearability and attractive dial features, with many appreciating the included strap options. The watch's lume is noted as surprisingly bright, and its suitability for water activities is confirmed. However, some owners find the bezel difficult to turn and question its functionality as a true dive watch bezel due to its thinness, while others are deterred by the brand name. On balance, owners rate the DuFrane Watches Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial features, with many appreciating the included strap options.

Seiko Monster

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superb lume, with many noting its comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently highlight its impressive finishing and classic dive watch design, often comparing it favorably to older models. Some owners find the size substantial, with one noting it as big, thick, and heavy on a 6.5-inch wrist, while others find it perfect. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its exceptional value and robust, classic dive watch design.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch39mm
Monster42.4mm
Power Reserve
Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch38h
Monster41h
Water Resistance
Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch200m
Monster200m
MSRP
Travis 39mm MkII Mechanical Diving Watch$899
Monster$550

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42.4mm
Thickness
12mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49.4mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$899
$550
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