RZE AspirarevsDOXA SUB 300

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

RZE Aspirare at true scale

Aspirare

DOXA SUB 300 at true scale

SUB 300

Diameter

44mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

53mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$699

lowest

$2,890

Movement

Miyota 9039

Automatic

Case

7 specs
Diameter
44mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Aquamarine
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$2,890
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

RZE Aspirare

Owners widely praise the RZE Aspirare for its surprising comfort and build quality, noting it feels more substantial than other RZE models. The 44mm titanium case, featuring an UltraHex coating, is a focal point, though its 53mm lug-to-lug length is flagged as potentially challenging for smaller wrists. Some reviewers observe a modern, futuristic design language, with one noting the minute hand appears slightly short relative to the chapter ring. The watch is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the RZE Aspirare highly for its impressive build quality and comfortable wear at its price point.

DOXA SUB 300

The DOXA SUB 300 is widely praised for its wearability, vibrant color options, and modern updates like improved lume, with reviewers calling it the brand's most desirable model. Owners note its comfortable wear, clean cushion case, and legible dials, though some find the 42.5mm case a bit large. The bezel action is outstanding, and the beads-of-rice bracelet contributes to a smaller perceived size. However, some owners report issues with bracelet end links sticking out, a sharp clasp edge, sub-standard screw pins, and disappointing lume. The polished bezel surface is also noted as prone to scratches, and the clasp's top section and clip are described as feeling "tinnyness" and too sixties. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the DOXA SUB 300 highly for its compelling charm and modern updates, despite some noted bracelet and clasp refinements.