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Makara Watches OctopusvsGruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze

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Makara Watches Octopus

Owners widely praise the Makara Watches Octopus for its accurate Miyota 9015 movement and the attractive aesthetics of its bronze case, with many finding the watch to be a favorite. The watch is noted for its robust build, having survived drops and ocean plunges. Some owners replace the stock strap to better complement the bronze case. On balance, owners rate the Makara Watches Octopus highly for its attractive bronze case and reliable, accurate Miyota 9015 movement.

Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze

Owners widely praise the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze for its strong vintage aesthetic, featuring attractive sandwich dials and high-domed or box-shaped sapphire crystals. The bronze case is noted for developing patina and the watch is generally considered a good value. Accuracy figures vary, with one report of approximately +10 seconds per day and others stating +/-12 seconds per day. Power reserves range from 38 to 45 hours depending on the movement. One owner describes the winding action as a "dream." On balance, owners consider the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze a well-built watch offering significant vintage appeal and value.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Octopus44mm
Peacemaker Bronze43mm
Power Reserve
Octopus42h
Peacemaker Bronze42h
Water Resistance
Octopus200m
Peacemaker Bronze200m
MSRP
Octopus$549
Peacemaker Bronze$990

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Thickness
15.75mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
52.5mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Fume Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
42h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$990
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