IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dialvsSeaholm Offshore

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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.

IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial at true scale

5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial

Seaholm Offshore at true scale

Offshore

Diameter

39.5mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

12.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$259

lowest

$825

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.2mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
21mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Empire Green

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$259
$825
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Reviews

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IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial

Owners widely report issues with bezel alignment on the IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial, with one owner deeming it within acceptable limits for mass production while another kept the watch due to its value despite the misalignment. Some owners note looser tolerances can be expected from watches on certain platforms, and one owner found uneven finishing on case sides. One owner swapped the stock Milanese bracelet due to clasp concerns, though another reported no bezel backplay. Overall, owners find the IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control inconsistencies.

Seaholm Offshore

Owners widely praise the Seaholm Offshore for its execution, noting attention to detail on the brushed dial, a classic no-crown-guard aesthetic, and a beautiful dial color. The domed crystal and solid, quality feel are also frequently highlighted, with one owner finding it a great value. The bracelet's simple screw-link sizing is a practical plus. Seaholm Offshore watches are built to meet ISO 6425 water resistance specifications and offer significant shock and magnetism protection through proprietary components. Overall, owners rate the Seaholm Offshore highly for its detailed finishing and quality feel at its price point.

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