Ratio FreeDiver 200M QuartzvsScurfa Diver One D1-500

Ref. ratio-freediver-sapphire-stainless-steel-yellow-dial-quartz-rtf034-200m-mens-watch·MSRP $89

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Measurements
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FreeDiver 200M Quartz

Diver One D1-500
Diameter
43.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.7mm
Thickness
11.5mm
lowest
14.4mm
Water Resistance
200m
500m
highest
MSRP
$89
lowest
$286
Movement
Quartz
ETA F06.412
Case
4 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 200M Quartz for its excellent value, high quality at its price point, and robust build, often comparing it favorably to other brands. The watch features a sapphire crystal and 200m water resistance, with a quartz movement. Some owners find the 43.5mm case to be thick and chunky, potentially too large for smaller wrists, though it is described as looking nice and feeling high quality. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 200M Quartz highly for its exceptional quality and value, making it a satisfying vacation or beater watch.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Scurfa Diver One D1-500 for its robust 40mm case, excellent legibility, and precise 120-click bezel, with many finding its size ideal for everyday wear. The scratch-resistant, single-domed sapphire crystal is highlighted, and while lume is generally lauded as great, one reviewer noted it was not as impressive as on another model. The aluminum bezel is a welcome variation from more common black bezels. The watch is noted for its 500m water resistance, a feature that requires specific construction elements like a larger case back gasket. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Scurfa Diver One D1-500 highly for its tool-like build quality and legibility at its price point.
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