IXDAO Bronze Dive WatchvsOmega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

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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 Bronze Dive Watch at true scale

Bronze Dive Watch

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm at true scale

Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

Diameter

39mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

49.9mm

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

13.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

55h

MSRP

$269

lowest

$16,600

Movement

PT5000

Omega 8800

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
13.56mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49.9mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
Bronze Gold
Finish
n/a
Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
PT5000
Omega 8800
Power Reserve
0h
55h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$269
$16,600
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Reviews

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

IXDAO Bronze Dive Watch

Owners praise the IXDAO Bronze 39mm Automatic Dive Watch for its dial aesthetics, with some appreciating the earth tones and resemblance to luxury dive watches, and others specifically liking the Chinese numeral variant. The 39mm case is noted as being manageable on smaller wrists due to its 47mm lug-to-lug measurement. Some owners express concern over the reliability of the PT5000 movement's keyless works, while others find the original strap to be of good quality. The design is seen as a missed opportunity by some, though the symbol and Cali dial are praised. Overall, owners appreciate the IXDAO Bronze 39mm Automatic Dive Watch for its unique dial options and wearability on smaller wrists, despite some reservations about the movement.

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm for its impressive detail, versatile design that bridges toolish and elegant, and satisfying bezel action. Reviewers highlight its wearability, with the 42mm case and 13.7mm thickness considered just right, and note the white ceramic dial with red accents pops. Owners also commend its case finishing and legible dial with bold indices, with one owner considering it a timepiece that can be passed down. The Omega 8800 movement is recognized for its precision and magnetic resistance, offering a 55-hour power reserve. Some owners find the black dial lacks shine indoors and wish for brighter hour markers, while one reviewer notes the ceramic case is prone to shattering and the exhibition case back has sharp edges. The mesh bracelet's clasp is criticized by one reviewer for being bulky, and another points out thickness around the clasp as a drawback.