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Kobold Soarway Diver Seal Monobloc

Owners report persistent stopping issues with the Kobold Soarway Diver Seal Monobloc, even after servicing and warranty replacement, with one user noting the second hand contacted the minute hand. A seller indicates the watch runs fine with seldom wear, though the plastic cap on the crown was glued back on. On balance, owners express frustration with reliability issues, despite the watch’s affordable price point.

Sinn U18

The Sinn U18 is praised for its unique deep blue/green dial with three-dimensional oxygen bubbles that change with light, and its comfortable, easily adjustable bracelet. Owners find the watch stunning and a piece of history, appreciating the refined hands. The Sinn U18 features a 44mm, 15.5mm thick case made from German submarine steel, offering a 2000-meter dive specification and Sinn's Ar-Dehumidifying technology, powered by a Sellita SW300-1 movement. The case thickness is apparent, and the watch comes as a complete set with box and papers for $3,000-$3,680. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U18 highly for its striking dial and robust build.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Soarway Diver Seal Monobloc43.5mm
U1844mm
Power Reserve
Soarway Diver Seal Monobloc
U1842h
Water Resistance
Soarway Diver Seal Monobloc100m
U182,000m
MSRP
Soarway Diver Seal Monobloc$1,650
U18$3,488

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
43.5mm
44mm
Thickness
17mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Material
Resin
high-strength
Finish
Water Resistance
100m
2000m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Black
Indices

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$3,488
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