dwiss M1vsKobold Soarway Diver 43

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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.

dwiss M1 at true scale

M1

Kobold Soarway Diver 43 at true scale

Soarway Diver 43

Diameter

43mm

43mm

Thickness

n/a

15mm

Water Resistance

100m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$1,676

lowest

$4,750

Movement

ETA 2824-2

ETA 2824-2

Case

5 specs
Category
n/a
Diver
Thickness
n/a
15mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
In 316L Stainless Steel, brushed and polished
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,676
$4,750
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Reviews

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

dwiss M1

Owners widely consider the dwiss M1 to be a strong value for a Swiss-made automatic watch. Reviewers praise its modern, angular design and impeccable finishing, noting a tapisserie dial with solid Super-LumiNova blocks. The watch is described as having a nice appearance and is seen as respectable for its price and category. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the dwiss M1 highly for its finishing and value proposition.

Kobold Soarway Diver 43

The Kobold Soarway Diver 43 is praised for its quality and finish, slim fit, legible dial, and sharp appearance, with a solid steel bracelet. Owners report the 43mm case hugs the wrist well with no noticeable lug overhang on a 6.5-inch wrist, possessing a strong, non-flashy wrist presence. One owner noted the watch features a mix of Roman and Arabic numerals on its dial. However, one owner reported their Kobold Soarway Diver repeatedly stopping with the second hand contacting the minute hand, a problem that persisted even after the watch was replaced under warranty. On balance, owners praise the Kobold Soarway Diver 43 for its comfortable wearability and attractive design, despite isolated reports of functional issues.