IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive WatchvsTimex Deepwater Meridian 200 Automatic 44mm HNBR Rubber Strap Watch

Ref. deepwater-meridian-200-automatic-44mm-hnbr-rubber-strap-watch-tw2y39900·MSRP $409
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Measurements
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5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch

Deepwater Meridian 200 Automatic 44mm HNBR Rubber Strap Watch
Diameter
39mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
12.2mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$218
lowest
$409
Movement
PT5000
Miyota 8215
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely report the IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch offers excellent lume and wears exceptionally well, with one owner noting accuracy at -1 second per day. Some users flag potential inconsistencies in finishing compared to established brands, and one owner mentions sharp edges on the bottom mid-case and lugs. The stock bracelet is considered very heavy, though an aftermarket bracelet can improve wearability. The IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch is seen as decent for its price, with some noting good specifications. Overall, owners rate the IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Dive Watch highly for its wearability and lume at the price.
The Timex Deepwater Meridian 200 Automatic 44mm HNBR Rubber Strap Watch is recognized for its substantial build and impressive specifications for its price. Reviewers highlight its crisp unidirectional bezel action, smooth screw-down crown, and a dial with a radial sunburst finish and applied luminous markers. The Super-LumiNova is noted as being brighter and longer-lasting than typical Timex offerings. Owners also praise its attractive dial and excellent specifications, including a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating. The Miyota 8215 movement is mentioned as not being highly accurate. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Timex Deepwater Meridian 200 Automatic 44mm HNBR Rubber Strap Watch highly for its robust construction and value.
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