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Kobold Soarway Diver 43vsSinn U2 S (EZM 5)

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What people say

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Kobold Soarway Diver 43

Owners report the Kobold Soarway Diver 43 hugs the wrist well with no noticeable lug overhang on a 6.5-inch wrist and possesses a strong, non-flashy wrist presence. One owner experienced persistent functional problems with their watch, including the second hand contacting the minute hand, which continued even after servicing and a warranty replacement. This specific 43mm model is noted as the only one factory-fitted with an unsigned bracelet. Overall, owners value the Kobold Soarway Diver 43 for its comfortable wearability and distinctive wrist presence, despite some experiencing significant functional issues.

Sinn U2 S (EZM 5)

The Sinn U2 S (EZM 5) features good, solid lume that remains readable throughout the night, though some owners find its initial brightness less intense than other dive watches. Reviewers highlight its excellent legibility due to a high-contrast dial and large hands, housed in robust German submarine steel with a scratch-resistant Tegiment-treated bezel. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Sinn U2 S (EZM 5) for its robust construction and clear dial legibility.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Soarway Diver 4343mm
U2 S (EZM 5)44mm
Power Reserve
Soarway Diver 43
U2 S (EZM 5)48h
Water Resistance
Soarway Diver 43300m
U2 S (EZM 5)2,000m
MSRP
Soarway Diver 43$4,750
U2 S (EZM 5)$3,802

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
15mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
black
Water Resistance
300m
2000m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
None
Luminescent

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW330-2
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
48h
Jewels
0
25
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,750
$3,802
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