Squale Squale 50 Atmos Profondo Swiss Diver with Blue Ombre DialvsOceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Damascus Steel

Ref. squale-50-atmos-profondo-swiss-diver-watch-with-blue-ombre-dial-1521profd-sq20b·MSRP $1,448

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Squale 50 Atmos Profondo Swiss Diver with Blue Ombre Dial

Deep Marine Explorer II Damascus Steel
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
14.8mm
Water Resistance
500m
1250m
highest
MSRP
$1,448
$1,199
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners and reviewers praise the Islander Squale 50 Atmos Profondo Swiss Diver Watch with Blue Ombre Dial #1521PROFD.SQ20B for its blue-to-black ombre dial, bead-blasted case, and excellent legibility. The watch is noted for wearing smaller than its specifications suggest, with one reviewer highlighting its comfortable 40.4mm wearability. Some criticism exists regarding the bezel's light action, which can lead to accidental movement, and the crown's grip and feel are described as cumbersome and imprecise. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Islander Squale 50 Atmos Profondo Swiss Diver Watch with Blue Ombre Dial #1521PROFD.SQ20B for its attractive dial and comfortable wearability.
Owners widely praise the Oceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Damascus Steel for its exceptional value, with one owner noting its COSC-equivalent performance and smoother second-hand sweep compared to more expensive watches, leading them to purchase a second unit. The watch features a distinctive "pattern welded steel" case, bezel, crown, and buckle. One owner wears their white dial version daily and highlights the brand's YouTube demonstrations of pressure and condensation testing. Overall, owners rate the Oceaneva Deep Marine Explorer II Damascus Steel highly for its unique Damascus steel construction and impressive performance at its price point.
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