Duxot TortugavsIanos Avyssos

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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.

Duxot Tortuga at true scale

Tortuga

Ianos Avyssos at true scale

Avyssos

Diameter

45mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

lowest

54mm

Thickness

14mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

42h

MSRP

$280

lowest

$1,257

Movement

Automatic

Sellita SW216-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
54mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Sellita SW216-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$1,257
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Reviews

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

Duxot Tortuga

Owners widely praise the Duxot Tortuga's cool, unique look and trustworthy 200m water resistance, attributing this to its screw-down crown. Some owners find the bezel visually appealing, though one notes it feels cheaper than alternatives. The Duxot Tortuga is considered good quality Chinese manufacturing with a reliable automatic movement, offering good value for the price, though some believe it is slightly overpriced. On balance, owners rate the Duxot Tortuga well for its unique aesthetics and reliable build at its price point.

Ianos Avyssos

The Ianos Avyssos is recognized for its historically inspired design, featuring a sandwich dial with lume visible through cut-out markers and a small seconds disc referencing the Antikythera mechanism, alongside hour markers shaped like Greek sponge diver ballast stones. Reviewers note its 44mm angular case with a PVD finish and a blue-to-black dégradé dial. One reviewer flags a disconcerting ratcheting click when tightening the crown. An owner mentions the strap's durability for diving but notes a NATO is included. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ianos Avyssos for its unique historical design and solid construction at its price point.