MMI Watches DUMBO 500M DIVE WATCH DB6NHSvsSeiko King Turtle
Ref. dumbo-500m-dive-watch-316l-nh35-leather-package-db6nhs·MSRP $390
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Measurements
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DUMBO 500M DIVE WATCH DB6NHS
King Turtle
Diameter
46mm
45mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.7mm
Thickness
14.6mm
13.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
500m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$390
lowest
$650
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko 4R36
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners are astonished by the MMI Watches DUMBO 500M DIVE WATCH DB6NHS's quality and stunning details, noting it looks even better in person. Reviewers and owners praise the bead-blasted cases, 5mm sapphire crystals, helium escape valves, and robust construction. The 500m water resistance rating may add bulk compared to 300m rated watches. On balance, owners rate the MMI Watches DUMBO 500M DIVE WATCH DB6NHS highly for its surprising quality and robust build at its price point.
Seiko King Turtle is widely praised for its excellent value and robust design, featuring the reliable 4R36 movement. Owners appreciate its superior lume and a bezel action described as smoother and more precise than some siblings. The 45mm cushion case, while substantial, wears smaller than expected due to its shape and short lug-to-lug distance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko King Turtle highly for its proven design and overall value proposition.
The King Turtle's ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal are significant upgrades. Reviewers noted a slight price increase for these features.
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