Orient AA02 DivervsThorn Titanium Vintage T018

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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 Titanium Vintage T018 at true scale

Titanium Vintage T018

Diameter

41.5mm

41.9mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

50.5mm

Thickness

13mm

12.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

$285

$179

lowest

Movement

Orient F6922

PT5000

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
41.9mm
Thickness
13mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
50.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6922
PT5000
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
$179
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Reviews

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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 Titanium Vintage T018

Owners widely praise the Thorn Titanium Vintage Mechanical Watch T018 for its comfortable wearability, reliable timekeeping, and vintage aesthetic, with many appreciating the aged black finish and easy-to-adjust bracelet. Some reviewers note a glossy dial can be polarizing, and a few would prefer a 4 o'clock crown placement, though the current crown is not titanium and the clasp is not toolless. The value is considered excellent at $130. Overall, owners rate the Thorn Titanium Vintage Mechanical Watch T018 highly for its comfortable, reliable, and vintage-inspired tool watch design at an accessible price.

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