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What people say

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Roebuck Watch Company Diviso

Owners widely praise the Roebuck Watch Company Diviso for its unique corrugated dial, inspired by roofing textures and catching light beautifully, and its dual-crown design that mimics a compressor-style watch for rotating an inner bezel. The watch is noted for its racing-inspired color schemes, such as Gulf Racing blue and orange, and a rally strap. One owner finds the watch reminiscent of an old UK car tax disc. The Roebuck Diviso features an automatic movement, sapphire crystal, and a durable build. Overall, owners rate the Roebuck Watch Company Diviso highly for its distinctive dial and fun, colorful design at the price.

Seiko King Turtle

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superior lume, with many appreciating its faithful recreation of classic designs and proven movements like the 4R36 and 6R15. Reviewers highlight impressive case finishing and durability, noting that even larger models wear smaller than expected due to thoughtful case design. Some owners find the solar quartz models a great entry point, appreciating their design and solar functionality. However, specific variants receive critiques: the bracelet clasp on the Samurai is described as underwhelming, and the Sumo's bracelet width and clasp are seen as too narrow and rudimentary, respectively. The SPB183 is considered expensive for a Japanese watch, and its lume is noted as not quite matching older Seiko Monster models. The GMT function on the SPB519 is deemed less practical for serious travel, and its bezel clicks are described as quieter and mushier.

From video reviewers

The King Turtle's ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal are significant upgrades. Reviewers noted a slight price increase for these features.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Diviso42mm
King Turtle45mm
Power Reserve
Diviso42h
King Turtle41h
Water Resistance
Diviso100m
King Turtle200m
MSRP
Diviso$500
King Turtle$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.7mm
47.7mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Orange/Blue
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$500
$650
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