Oceanica Watch Co. MakovsDOXA SUB 300

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Oceanica Watch Co. Mako at true scale

Mako

DOXA SUB 300 at true scale

SUB 300

Diameter

41mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$320

lowest

$2,890

Movement

Seiko NH35

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Aquamarine
Lume
C3
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
n/a
Power Reserve
n/a
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$320
$2,890
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Oceanica Watch Co. Mako

Owners widely praise the Oceanica Watch Co. Mako for its exceptional value and specifications, specifically noting the sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, solid bracelet, and strong lume. The Seiko NH35 movement is present, though one owner reports typical timing fluctuations. The design is described as somewhat generic by one forum member. On balance, owners rate the Oceanica Watch Co. Mako highly for its impressive feature set and value proposition.

DOXA SUB 300

The DOXA SUB 300 is widely praised for its wearability, vibrant color options, and modern updates like improved lume, with reviewers calling it the brand's most desirable model. Owners note its comfortable wear, clean cushion case, and legible dials, though some find the 42.5mm case a bit large. The bezel action is outstanding, and the beads-of-rice bracelet contributes to a smaller perceived size. However, some owners report issues with bracelet end links sticking out, a sharp clasp edge, sub-standard screw pins, and disappointing lume. The polished bezel surface is also noted as prone to scratches, and the clasp's top section and clip are described as feeling "tinnyness" and too sixties. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the DOXA SUB 300 highly for its compelling charm and modern updates, despite some noted bracelet and clasp refinements.