Honestly, I'm not a huge fan of dive watches. What drew me to this model was the boldness with which someone chose to work with colors, the bezel, the crystal, and the shape of the case itself.
Unfortunately, product photos don't really do it justice. Once you see it in person, it's easy to fall in love with all those little details. The orange dial isn't loud or aggressive. Instead, it feels deep, slightly mysterious, and oddly captivating. As a bonus, legibility is excellent, even in low-light conditions.
The raised crystal and rounded bezel give the watch a soft, calming character. It's pleasantly light on the wrist, the movement is accurate enough for everyday use, and details like the screw-down crown remind you that this is not just a design object but a genuinely functional watch.
As a whole, the watch doesn't feel luxurious, but it is extremely pleasant to wear and even more pleasant to look at. The only real weakness is the strap, which looks and feels a bit cheap. After replacing it with a leather strap matching the bezel color, the case shape and all those small design details stood out even more.
If the color combination is what keeps you from considering this watch, don't let the photos scare you away. This is a watch that deserves to be seen in person. If you give it a chance, there's a good chance it will surprise you as much as it surprised me.
