Orient AA02 DivervsThorn Sterile Retro Military

Sterile Retro Military
ThornSterile Retro Military

Ref. thorn-sterile-36mm-automatic-retro-military-watch·MSRP $149

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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.

Orient AA02 Diver at true scale

AA02 Diver

Thorn Sterile Retro Military at true scale

Sterile Retro Military

Diameter

41.5mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

$285

$149

lowest

Movement

Orient F6922

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
36mm
Thickness
13mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel Case+CNC Process

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6922
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
22
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285
$149
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Reviews

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

Orient AA02 Diver

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its exceptional value and quality at its affordable price point, with many considering it a "keeper" and a "proper dive watch" offering better specifications than comparable models. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its accuracy, robustness, and understated, versatile design suitable for any occasion. The Orient F6922 automatic movement is noted for its hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and a 40-hour power reserve. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its impressive value and solid dive watch credentials.

Thorn Sterile Retro Military

Owners widely praise the Thorn Sterile 36mm Automatic Retro Military Watch for its authentic vintage military aesthetic, particularly its sterile dial and crown, and its compact 36mm sizing. The high-domed sapphire crystal and the quality of workmanship, including a grade 2 titanium case option, are frequently highlighted. Some owners find the caseback design uncomfortable, preferring a standard design. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and offers 200m water resistance. On balance, owners rate the Thorn Sterile 36mm Automatic Retro Military Watch highly for its faithful vintage styling and compact wearability at its price point.