Orient KamasuvsShiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB
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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.
Kamasu
Daibāzu: Hulk SUB
Diameter
41.8mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
lowest
48mm
Thickness
12.8mm
lowest
13.2mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
40h
41h
highest
MSRP
$375
lowest
$508
Movement
Orient F6922
Seiko NH35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its exceptional value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and appealing design features like applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its strong lume, sapphire crystal, hacking and hand-winding F6922 movement, and comfortable, well-proportioned case. However, multiple sources note that the bezel exhibits noticeable play and can sometimes become sticky, while some owners find the bracelet's hollow end links and pressed clasp to be a weak point, with one owner reporting a rattle and another finding the crown difficult to grip. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features for the price point, making it a standout value diver.
The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.
Owners widely praise the Shiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB for its dial printing, insert, and rehaut finishing, with one owner noting good timegrapher numbers. One owner found the watch waterproof after five days, and another reported it was still running on day six. Some owners note a slightly off-centered 12 marker, and one felt the crystal was not the best, though still looked great. One owner expressed dissatisfaction with the bracelet quality. Overall, owners rate the Shiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB highly for its dial, insert, and rehaut finishing, with some noting good water resistance.
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