IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional DivervsWISE ASURA

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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 Retro Professional Diver at true scale

5305 Retro Professional Diver

WISE ASURA at true scale

ASURA

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

12.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$218

n/a

Movement

PT5000

Sellita SW261-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.2mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Bloody Red

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
PT5000
Sellita SW261-1
Power Reserve
0h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$218
n/a
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Reviews

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

IXDAO 5305 Retro Professional Diver

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.

WISE ASURA

Owners widely praise the WISE ASURA's aesthetic, with one calling it one of the most beautiful watches they have seen. However, opinions on its value are mixed, with one owner suggesting a price between $200-$400 and another noting a significant discount brought its price down to a competitor's level. On balance, owners rate the WISE ASURA highly for its striking design, though its perceived value at retail price is a point of contention.