Duxot Atlantica Diver AutomaticvsGlycine Airman Double Twelve
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Measurements
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Atlantica Diver Automatic
Airman Double Twelve
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
n/a
Thickness
13mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$280
lowest
$590
Movement
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic as a beautiful and happy purchase, with many finding it a useful daily wearer. Reviewers and owners consistently note well-aligned bezel markings and adequate lume, along with a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. However, the bezel is described as stiff to rotate, and the stamped bracelet with pin links is frequently flagged as jangly, flimsy, and uncomfortable. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting a loss of about 12 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic highly for its value and aesthetic appeal, despite noted comfort issues with the bracelet.
Owners widely report the 42mm case size is a downside, though one owner finds it acceptable for the improved water resistance. One owner notes the legibility of the 40mm version is crowded due to the bezel and doubled numbers, questioning how the 42mm would fare. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airman Double Twelve 42mm Automatic Watch GL0062 as a watch with a polarizing case size, with some finding it too large and others accepting it for its water resistance.
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