Filippo Loreti Watches AquadivervsYema Diver

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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.

Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver at true scale

Aquadiver

Yema Diver at true scale

Diver

Diameter

40mm

39.5mm

Thickness

13.4mm

10.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$425

lowest

$990

Movement

Seiko NH35

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.45mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$990
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Reviews

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

Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver

The Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver is praised by one owner for its beauty and comfortable wearability, despite the brand facing criticism from enthusiasts. Another owner expresses concern about the brand's reputation, alleging that watches are overpriced and that delivery issues are common. Overall, owners are split on the Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver, with one highlighting its aesthetic appeal and wearability while another raises significant concerns about the brand's value proposition and reliability.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial details are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the lume on the Aquadiver is not very bright.

Yema Diver

One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner noted that this manual wind Yema Diver, while featuring a cool patina, is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value, positioning it as a fun second watch rather than an investment. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment, with one owner experiencing a water ingress issue.

From video reviewers

The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.