Thorn SHY027 BB58 Vintage DivervsUnimatic Modello Uno U1-U

SHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver
ThornSHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver

Ref. thorn-shy027-39mm-bb58-vintage-diver-automatic-watch·MSRP $179

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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.

Thorn SHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver at true scale

SHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver

Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U at true scale

Modello Uno U1-U

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.5mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$179

lowest

$1,090

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$179
$1,090
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Reviews

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Thorn SHY027 BB58 Vintage Diver

Owners widely praise the Thorn SHY027 39mm BB58 Vintage Diver Automatic Watch for its authentic 1958 vintage aesthetic and compact 39mm case, which provides a vintage, old-school tool watch feel. The watch features Mercedes-style hands and a domed sapphire crystal. Some owners find the finishing and bracelet quality to be less refined than competitors, and the riveted bracelet is noted as difficult to adjust. One reviewer flags the lume as bright but short-lived. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Thorn SHY027 39mm BB58 Vintage Diver Automatic Watch well for its vintage aesthetic and compact case proportions at its price point.

Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U

Owners widely praise the Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U's case finishing and distinctive minimalist design, finding it impressive for the price. Reviewers highlight its industrial aesthetic and solid construction, noting it feels like a piece of equipment. Some owners are drawn to its unique style over movement specifications. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U highly for its standout industrial design and impressive case finishing at its price point.

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