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Citizen Promaster Diver AutomaticvsFormex Stratos UTC

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Promaster Diver Automatic
CitizenPromaster Diver Automatic
MSRP $469
Stratos UTC
FormexStratos UTC
MSRP $4,663
What people say

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Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic for its lightweight titanium build, comfortable wear, and good specifications at its price point, with one owner highlighting its accuracy and dynamic dial made from recycled materials. Some users find the bezel action spongy and the bracelet subpar, while others note the overall finish is basic due to the brushed titanium. A reviewer also points out a preference for sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel inserts. On balance, owners rate the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic highly for its value proposition as an affordable, lightweight, and accurate dive watch.

Formex Stratos UTC

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Stratos UTC for its user-friendly flyer GMT complication, which utilizes pushers for time-zone adjustments, and its slim 11.8mm case. The watch is noted for its intricate, hand-finished case with a multi-layer construction and excellent finishing, along with a unique two-level case design. The Dubois-Depraz module on an ETA 2892 movement is a highlight, with accuracy figures ranging from +/- 5 to +/- 7 seconds per day. However, some find the dial busy with multiple typefaces and the overall design too complex or "plug ugly," with the price near €4000 considered high by some for a newer brand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Stratos UTC highly for its innovative GMT functionality and excellent case finishing at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Diver Automatic44mm
Stratos UTC41mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Diver Automatic40h
Stratos UTC42h
Water Resistance
Promaster Diver Automatic200m
Stratos UTC100m
MSRP
Promaster Diver Automatic$469
Stratos UTC$4,663

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
8204
ETA 2892
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$4,663
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