Edox CO-1 ChronographvsRatio FreeDiver 1000M 1038EF102V-BLU

Ref. ratio-free-diver-helium-safe-1000m-sapphire-quartz-1038ef102v-blu-mens-watch·MSRP $160
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Measurements
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CO-1 Chronograph

FreeDiver 1000M 1038EF102V-BLU
Diameter
45mm
45mm
Thickness
15.5mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
1000m
1000m
MSRP
$1,355
$160
lowest
Movement
Caliber 102 (Ronda 5030 D)
Quartz
Case
3 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Edox CO-1 Chronograph's unique carbon-ceramic-resin case for its distinctive striped look and lightweight feel, even with its 45mm diameter. However, wearability is a point of contention; reviewers and owners note the 45mm case size and bulky clasp can be uncomfortable, particularly for smaller wrists. Some find the dial's shiny elements and the single Arabic numeral distracting, while one owner reports trouble-free ownership for six years with good accuracy and a durable build. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Edox CO-1 Chronograph to be a robustly built watch with a distinctive aesthetic, though its substantial size and clasp design present wearability challenges for some.
Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1038EF102V-BLU Men's Watch for its excellent finishing on the case and good quality bracelets, with one owner calling it a tidy, well-put-together, and sturdy tool watch. The watch features 1000 meters of water resistance, heavy gauge steel construction, a thick sapphire crystal, and a helium escape valve. While generally considered a great value with robust functionality, one owner found the case to be chunky and thick, and another returned the watch due to an unacceptable 66 bezel clicks, despite praising its other attributes. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1038EF102V-BLU Men's Watch highly for its build quality and value, with bezel action being a point of contention for some.
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