Redwood Watches Tactical v3vsSheffield Diver 1
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Measurements
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Tactical v3
Diver 1
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48mm
Thickness
12.2mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$369
n/a
Movement
Miyota 82S0
Miyota 2035
Case
1 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Redwood Watches Tactical v3 is widely praised as a durable and versatile daily beater, drawing inspiration from classic military divers. Owners appreciate its accuracy, comfortable wear, and good lume, with one noting its assembly in Canada. The 40mm case and 200m water resistance make it suitable for various adventures. Some owners wish for a date complication. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Redwood Watches Tactical v3 highly for its rugged reliability and clean design at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Sheffield Diver 1 for its substantial, rugged case and overall quality at an affordable price, with many appreciating the blue dial and dial patina. Some owners note the bezel action could be crisper, and one found the non-quick-set date inconvenient. An owner reported difficulty removing the caseback during servicing, and another experienced tiny shock springs disappearing during cleaning. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield Diver 1 highly for its build quality and value.
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