STEELDIVE SD1906SvsThorn Vintage 50-Fathoms Bronze Dive Watch

Ref. thorn-vintage-50-fathoms-hygrometer-cusn8-tin-bronze-dive-watch·MSRP $209
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SD1906S

Vintage 50-Fathoms Bronze Dive Watch
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
lowest
50.4mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
14.2mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$128
lowest
$209
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the STEELDIVE SD1906S as an exceptional value, with its case finishing noted as surprisingly good for the price, featuring superior linear brushing on the case back. The watch is frequently cited as a favorite everyday wear, with one owner reporting successful dives to 100 meters without issue. Lume is consistently highlighted as excellent, lasting all night. Some owners report issues with bracelet quality, specifically a poorly applied logo, leading them to swap it for a strap, while others have experienced component failures like bezel inserts popping out or bent crown shafts on different models. The glossy dial is noted as making photography challenging. Overall, owners rate the STEELDIVE SD1906S highly for its impressive build quality and lume at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Thorn Vintage 50-Fathoms Bronze Dive Watch for its bead-blasted bronze case finishing and retro styling, with many finding it a lovable and satisfying retro diver at its price point. Some owners appreciate the improved font over previous models and note good construction and detailing, while others find the dial marred by unnecessary symbols or silly text. Concerns have been raised regarding potential improvements in dial and bezel alignment, and one owner describes the watch as chunky with an unsuitable stock NATO strap. Overall, owners rate the Thorn Vintage 50-Fathoms Bronze Dive Watch highly for its attractive bronze case finishing and retro appeal at the price.
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