Duxot TortugavsRatio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA

FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA
RatioFreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA

Ref. ratio-free-diver-helium-safe-1000m-sapphire-automatic-1068ha96-34va-blk-mens-watch·MSRP $249

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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

Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA at true scale

FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA

Diameter

45mm

46mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

200m

1000m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$280

$249

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko NH36

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45mm
46mm
Thickness
14mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko NH36
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$249
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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.

Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA

Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA for its robust build, excellent case finishing, and exceptional value. The watch is described as a purpose-built, overbuilt professional dive watch with a substantial 46mm case that is manageable on an 18.5cm wrist, featuring a sapphire crystal and a functional helium escape valve. Some owners report a bezel with great feel and minimal back play, while one owner noted an unacceptable 66-click bezel. On balance, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA96-34VA highly for its professional dive watch capabilities and outstanding value.

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