Ratio FreeDiver 1066KE26-33VAvsSpinnaker Piccard
Ref. ratio-freediver-helium-safe-1000m-black-dial-stainless-steel-automatic-1066ke26-33va-blk-mens-watch·MSRP $249
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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.
FreeDiver 1066KE26-33VA
Piccard
Diameter
45mm
45mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52mm
Thickness
15mm
lowest
21mm
Water Resistance
1000m
highest
550m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$249
lowest
$550
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Piccard for its comfortable wear, excellent readability, and bold, vintage-inspired design. However, some consider it a specialty novelty watch, describing the 45mm case as huge and heavy with a large crystal that hinders legibility, making it an acquired taste. On balance, owners appreciate the Spinnaker Piccard for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wear, though its size and legibility are polarizing points.
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