Ratio FreeDiver 200M AutomaticvsDOXA SUB 200 II

Ref. ratio-freediver-sapphire-stainless-steel-salmon-dial-automatic-rtf046-200m-mens-watch·MSRP $125
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Measurements
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FreeDiver 200M Automatic

SUB 200 II
Diameter
43.5mm
44mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
40h
n/a
MSRP
$125
lowest
$1,750
Movement
Seiko NH35
Automatic
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 200M Automatic as a great value, with one owner specifically noting its lume is very good. The watch is considered a noticeable step up in general quality compared to other budget brands. One owner purchased an orange variant for around $100. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 200M Automatic highly for its exceptional value at the price point.
Owners widely report the DOXA SUB 200 II wears smaller than its 44mm case size suggests due to its shape and lug length, and praise its new fumé dials. Reviewers note the collection's retro style, 200m water resistance, and the inclusion of beige Super-LumiNova. Some owners and reviewers criticize the watch for increasing in size and price, going against current downsizing trends, and the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve is flagged as less competitive than others. The Milanese bracelet is also mentioned as a potentially divisive feature, and the lack of on-the-fly clasp adjustment is noted. Overall, owners and reviewers find the DOXA SUB 200 II appealing for its retro design and unique fumé dials, despite concerns about its size and price increase.
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