Orient Sports DivervsRatio FreeDiver 1066KE26-33VA
Ref. ratio-freediver-helium-safe-1000m-black-dial-stainless-steel-automatic-1066ke26-33va-blk-mens-watch·MSRP $249
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Measurements
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Sports Diver
FreeDiver 1066KE26-33VA
Diameter
43.6mm
45mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
n/a
Thickness
14mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
100m
1000m
highest
Power Reserve
50h
highest
41h
MSRP
$745
$249
lowest
Movement
Orient F6724
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Orient Sports Diver for its stylish appearance and value, with one owner selecting it over microbrands for its in-house movement and original design. The starburst blue dial and pebble-like design are noted as attractive features. Some find the watch too large and thick, and one owner considers the black lume inadequate for diving. The in-house Cal.F6N42 movement is not the most accurate, and a minor criticism is the lack of a lumed pip on the bezel's zero marker. Overall, owners rate the Orient Sports Diver highly for its stylish appearance and value for money.
The Orient Star Diver features excellent legibility due to its luminous hands and markers, along with sapphire crystal. The watch has a power reserve indicator.
Owners widely report the Ratio FreeDiver 1066KE26-33VA is well-finished, sturdy, and solid, with a comfortable stainless band and a bracelet of good quality. The bezel is frequently praised for its great feel, minimal back play, and 66 clicks. One owner calls it a tidy watch and a crazy value for the price. On balance, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 1066KE26-33VA highly for its excellent finishing and perceived value.
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