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Ikepod Seapod S003vsBremont The Meta Kronos

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$3,145

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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