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Raven Custom 39mm DivervsHelgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

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Custom 39mm Diver
RavenCustom 39mm Diver
MSRP $550
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda
HelgraySuperfast Automatic - Silver Panda
MSRP $799
What people say

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Raven Custom 39mm Diver

Owners widely praise the Raven Custom 39mm Diver for its ideal 39mm size, excellent legibility, and effective lume. The bezel action is consistently highlighted as a strong point, and the overall build is considered a favorite among microbrand divers. One owner found the stock bracelet too basic for the polished case, preferring an aftermarket jubilee. The movement is the Seiko NH35 automatic, and it offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Raven Custom 39mm Diver highly for its wearability and functional design at the price point.

Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

The Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda is praised for its attractive, timeless panda aesthetic and value, featuring a reliable Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement and sapphire crystal. However, its wearability is described as bulky and boxy, the lume is disappointing, lasting only 5-10 minutes, and the chronograph pusher action is slightly stiff. On balance, owners appreciate the Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda for its appealing panda dial and value proposition.

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Custom 39mm Diver39mm
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40mm
Power Reserve
Custom 39mm Diver40h
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40h
Water Resistance
Custom 39mm Diver200m
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda100m
MSRP
Custom 39mm Diver$550
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda$799

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$799
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