Geckota Sea-Hunter DivervsYema Skin Diver CMM.20
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Measurements
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Sea-Hunter Diver
Skin Diver CMM.20
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$349
lowest
$2,372
Movement
ETA 2824-2
Yema CMM.20
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Geckota Sea-Hunter Dive Watch is praised for its outstanding appearance and is considered a compelling option within the microbrand dive watch segment. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Sea-Hunter Dive Watch highly for its appealing aesthetics and value proposition.
The Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 is lauded for its vintage aesthetic, 39.5mm case size, and well-proportioned handset with sharp indices. Owners praise its textured cream dial, French tool watch elegance, and the smooth winding feel of the in-house CMM.20 micro-rotor movement. The fully brushed bracelet with toolless micro-adjust clasp is considered Yema's best yet. Accuracy readings range from -3/+7 seconds per day to approximately 0 to -10 seconds per day. Some reviewers noted questionable finishing on a prototype's hour hand and a rattly, stamped clasp. The watch's pricing has been questioned by some due to brand QC reputation, and its extended lug-to-lug may challenge smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 for its vintage styling and improved bracelet design at its price point.
The sapphire bezel insert and in-house CMM.20 movement are noted strengths. Reviewers questioned the value proposition compared to other Yema models.
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