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RZE AspirarevsSinn U18

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Aspirare
RZEAspirare
MSRP $699
U18
SinnU18
MSRP $3,488
What people say

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RZE Aspirare

The RZE Aspirare is widely praised for its exceptional value and build quality at $599, featuring a 44mm titanium case with UltraHex coating and a Miyota 9015 movement. Owners find the watch surprisingly comfortable, even on smaller wrists, and appreciate its modern, futuristic design and interchangeable bezel system. Some reviewers note the minute hand appears slightly short relative to the chapter ring, and the 53mm lug-to-lug may be challenging for smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the RZE Aspirare highly for its robust titanium construction and strong value proposition.

Sinn U18

The Sinn U18 is praised for its unique deep blue/green dial with three-dimensional oxygen bubbles that change with light, and its comfortable, easily adjustable bracelet. Owners find the watch stunning and a piece of history, appreciating the refined hands. The Sinn U18 features a 44mm, 15.5mm thick case made from German submarine steel, offering a 2000-meter dive specification and Sinn's Ar-Dehumidifying technology, powered by a Sellita SW300-1 movement. The case thickness is apparent, and the watch comes as a complete set with box and papers for $3,000-$3,680. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U18 highly for its striking dial and robust build.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aspirare44mm
U1844mm
Power Reserve
Aspirare40h
U1842h
Water Resistance
Aspirare200m
U182,000m
MSRP
Aspirare$699
U18$3,488

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
13mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
high-strength
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
2000m
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$3,488
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