Magrette Regattare TikivsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series

The Magrette Regattare Tiki is praised for its solid styling and excellent condition, with one owner noting a spotless bezel and crystal. It features 500m water resistance and is powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. The price is listed between $390 and $495. A reviewer points out that its lack of a countdown bezel limits professional dive timing. Overall, owners and reviewers view the Magrette Regattare Tiki positively for its styling and value proposition at its price point.

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is widely praised for its value, robust build, and powerful lume, with owners appreciating its comfortable bracelets and improved movement featuring hacking and hand-winding. Some owners find the original SKX models heavy and bulky, while others praise their ruggedness and iconic dive watch design. Reviewers note the 38mm models offer great value at around €350 and are exemplary gateway watches, though their 100m water resistance without a screw-down crown makes them unsuitable for diving. The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is seen as a decent watch, especially under £200, but lacks the tool watch capabilities of the original SKX, missing a screw-down crown, bezel pip, and ISO rating. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series well for its blend of value, improved movement, and tool-watch aesthetic, despite some missing dive certifications.