Orient FAA02008D9vsRaven Custom - 42mm GMT - 35thEOD
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Measurements
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FAA02008D9
Custom - 42mm GMT - 35thEOD
Diameter
47mm
42mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$265
lowest
$620
Movement
Automatic
Seiko NH34
Case
1 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Orient FAA02008D9 is praised for its hands and dial, with owners finding it a versatile everyday and business-casual watch. One owner notes its $175 price point, while another considers its $230 price high compared to alternatives. The Pepsi bezel design is praised for its accurate representation of decompression minutes. One owner expressed concern about its mineral crystal. The D9 variant is recommended for US buyers to ensure warranty support. Overall, owners rate the Orient FAA02008D9 highly for its versatile design and dial at the price.
Owners praise the Raven Custom - 42mm GMT - 35thEOD for its availability and specific green dial option. The 42mm case wears larger than expected, closer to 43mm+, comparable to other 42mm-43mm dive watches. Overall, owners rate the Raven Custom - 42mm GMT - 35thEOD highly for its availability and unique dial color.
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