Top 10 Dive Watches Under $400!
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- Number 1 - Seiko Samurai
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Number 2 - Any Helm
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Number 3 - Orient Kamasu
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Number 4 - Glycine Combat Sub
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Number 5 - Phoibos 007
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Number 6 - A Seiko 6105 Homage
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Number 7 - Hamtun Kraken
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Number 8 - Zelos Swordfish
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Number 9 - Seiko Mini Turtle
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Number 10 - Orient Triton
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This one has been brewing for some time. I have reviewed 8/10 with the remaining two on my radar for the tail end of the year. Something for everyone, big brands, micros, homages, Swiss, titanium etc...... Let me know if I missed your choice! Cheers, Jody
Glycine Combat Sub is absolutely terrific. I own many divers, and I find the Glycine to be one of the best deals in this price range. Swiss movement, sapphire crystal, milled clasp, and more importantly for me, a very slim profile at 10.6mm thick. Wears like a dream.
36mm and 39mm models that came out in 2021 and 2022 made the combat sub even better. Both models add extra 100 meters water resistance, in compare to the 42mm model.
I bought my Vanuatu on your recommendation and it hasn’t left my wrist since! Love this watch! Thank you Jody for the great content!
Would love to see a "battle of the bracelets" across a range of products, stock and aftermarket. Like you they are hugely important in my purchasing decision. Could be similar to the lume wars!
I like the Tissel subby homage, it has a clone glidelock on it which is nice. I lprefer it to the Phoibos, cause I can get it no date (I think the date ruins that phoibos), and a kermit option (and the green ceramic is actually nice and dark). The phoibos does have a cooler logo tho.
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I'd put my money on the helm bracelet.
Not sure it matters to be honest. It's the easiest part of the watch to swap out and/or replace, both in terms of the aftermarket choices available and the actual swapping out of the bracelet. That makes it the least important factor in my purchasing decision in this relatively affordable price bracket. Once it's above $500 that's when I start to pay attention to the bracelet.
@@PT111111 a good quality bracelet is nice and matters to me. If I drop 3-4 hundred on a watch I dont want to have to go on strapecode and spend another 100-150 on a quality bracelet with solid ends and milled clasps. Just my thoughts.
Thanks Jody, a great summary. I’ve got the Helm Vanuatu, added the FC-1 Clasp and it’s a proper treat. You’re right when you say it’s a little on the heavy side, but it has such a gorgeous ‘tool’ feel to it.
Just got a Christopher Ward C65 Diver for my Birthday from my Fiancee!! Lucky chap on both counts ,bless her 😘
Excellent video, cheers 👍
I was going to be mad if the Triton wasn't on the list....just got the blue dial for Father's Day this year and I love it. Great list!
The Aquatico Sea Star 300 definitely should be on that list. Sapphire crystal with anti reflective coating, drilled lugs, solid end links, 300 m water resistant and helium escape valve. I got it for $219 on sale, an absolute steal.
Hey! Just wanted to say that this was my NEW favorite JOMW video. You keep getting better & better at this TH-cam thing. The whole package was superb - the content, your editing, the new camera, your voice modulation, and your calm watch-handling technique. AND all the small details around the periphery that so many TH-camrs just don't get right. Good on ya! I liked this particular topic, too. I do love me some dive watches - not sure why. Your channel is a treat indeed. Thank you for that voodoo that you do!
Thanks Michael! Much appreciated!
Everytime I watch one of Jody's videos I get an itch for a new watch. Keep them coming Jody.
Started tuning into your channel a couple days ago and I've been missing watches that I didn't know I needed (want lol). Such beautiful watches!
Hi there, I know you reviewed it recently but several of us in my field of work use the new Rotary Super 7 Automatic special edition- we have a very unique front line outdoors job overseas and polish off a ten week rotation with a fortnight's diving. It totally measures up and is good looking, ergonomic and superbly well made. It deserves not to be overlooked. I know the Seiko Atlas strictly speaking isn't a diver, it is an outdoor field watch with diver equivalent specs but it is also another winner- robust and capable, like a Marathon watch at a fraction of the cost!
Placed an order for the hamtun kraken x2 and a helm komodo a while ago. Glad to see them being appreciated. Great video as always Jody
I have had my Orient Triton for over 6 months and it is one of my favorite watches. It gets the most wrist time of my 40 watches, since I wear it to bed. It has great lume and the diver extension is handy if I need the bracelet looser while sleeping. After having a power reserve dial on this and my Orient Star GMT, I do not think I will buy another automatic without it. My other divers are an Orient Ray II, which I bought before the Triton and a Citizen Promaster Diver (BN0191-55L), which I wear for something different or I feel the need for quartz accuracy. Currently, the five watches I am wearing the most are: Orient Triton, Timex Ironman (for running and bicycling), Citizen Promaster Tough (BN0211-50E), Citizen Courageous (BL1258-53L), Casio G-Shock GW-S5600-1JF (just got it).
Love your channel. Just started getting into watches. Made my first purchases ever last week. Bought a Vostok Amphibia and Komandirskie. Going to love this hobby. Just love mechanical watches but have alot to learn.
Hi Jody from Glasgow, Scotland. Another great review. Can you do a review of your top 10 field watches?
Jody, one of the truly great things about your work is that you engender TRUST. The fact that you link to watches you put your recommendations behind is the key difference. Sure, you make a few cents to help the Chanel survive, but that’s fine because we are all willing to do that in trade for your hard and reliable work. Thanks
Fantastic video and great selection Jody !! The Orient Kamatsu is my pick of the bunch ! Cannot wait for your review !!! It looks elegant yet solid. The dial and the indices looks amazing ! I also like the bracelet pitty about the hollow end links thought so wish they would do away with it.
Love my brass Pontvs Hydra diver, they've got a new release coming out too. Dial looks so nice.
Definitely looking at a Zelos as well, all the stuff included with a Swordfish makes it a great value.
Thanks for another solid vid!
Great list Jody, finally the Glycine combat sub is on someone's list!
Great review and list Jody! I agree the Mini turtle is the gem and sleeper of the lower end Seikos. I bought a Orient Triton, black and gold and it on sale is a steal. Everything lines up perfectly, great bezel action, bracelet is well finished if a bit cheap - like seiko. Put a strapecode on it and take it up a few notches. The new King Seikos are interesting but in Canada at $850 just to get San Martin specs? I would just go 053 or baby MM or stay micro brand but at least they are waking up.
All ten look great and interesting! Thanks for presentation, Jody! Now I've to expand my watch wishlist even further 😁
Love my Orient Triton had it for over 18 months now wear it nearly every day.
Picked up a Phoibos Eagle Ray from eBay a few months ago - really well designed and made.
The biggest value had to be the Orient Mako or Ray II - got my orange Ray Raven II from Duty Free Island for £130 shipped.
Definitely check out the Triton. I picked one up a month ago and love it. The bracelet is very nice but the clasp is cheap. So instead of replacing the whole thing I only upgraded the clasp with a Strapcode diver clasp.
SWEET! Just in time when I'm looking to buy a diver watch. Cheers Jody!
Great video thank you! I never knew about some of these other watch makers. I LOVE the Helm watches! And the Mini Turtle omg! I’m already a Seiko addict, but I gotta get a mini turtle…thanks again!
I love your videos on watches. Thanks for them! I have a few Invictas from 2002. Still run great!
Got your first choice the orange Samurai and love it now that I've got rid of that hideous two tone bezel insert and replaced it with a black ceramic one from DLW. A great selection and entertaining video thanks.
I have the Phoibus on my wrist and can testify they are GREAT!!!
Great watch! I love mine!
I love it. Great review on all of these Jody. I almost have the coin together for the green Oris Aquis. Maybe a bit more than $400 but it's my watch fetish right now who of us watching this does not have a watch fetish. 👍
Oh, that was something I was looking for... still undecided regarding my first diver.
Well, this list was a nice wee surprise. Not the 'usual' stock of dive watches. And the 6105s were a lovely recommendation.
Well done, sir!😊
The Phoibos 007 is fantastic. I’ve had mine for 10 days and it’s lost just 5 secs. They seem to have sorted the QC issues you mentioned in your original review too. 👍
Fantastic and pretty comprehensive list. Excellent work. Every offering is very tempting. And incidently, would all make great Christmas presents.
Hey Jody, I've watched a fair amount of your reviews and recomendations I find them great. They're are always very clear, informative and entertaining and it's nice to see a variety of watches being shown. One thing I struggle to understand (as I'm new to buying watches) is, if you buy an affordable automatic movement watch say less than £500. It's not accurate at all and would need constant resetting as the margin for accuracy seems to be something like -20 / +45 which is a massive margin. Wouldn't you be better off buying a Eco drive / Quartz movement for far less to achieve the accuracy? I know the affordable automatics are very enticing but for the accuracy, I don't think it's worth it.
What a great timely video...Just got in the mood to add "Just One More Watch" to the collection.
I picked up the Orient kamasu lately, and I am insanely impressed with it. Fantastic build quality, and great specs for the price. Those pictures do it no justice. It's gorgeous in person.
Another great video Jody. Think I’m going to get a SAN Martin 6105 I like the style
Got to say I am loving your channel (fairly new lurker) anyone who has the enthusiasm that you have gets a watch from me. I’m more into the vintage stuff but still interesting to see these modern alternatives
You've absolutely got to try to get a Lorier Neptune in for review. Got a Gilt model from the last batch and it looks like a 4-figure watch!
Nice list I have 3 compact subs that I got from drop the phoibus and the Orient Triton. Was waiting for the price to come down to get the kamasu. Looks like it did.
Hi Jodi , i m really curious what You think of the Seiko sbdc055 or any of the Prospex watches...
Loving the quality content Jody! I'd love to see a round up of dual time or GMT watches you like. I'm looking for one and I think it would be a fun lineup 👍 keep it up!
Great vid Jody! Excellent Excellent work mate! Keep up the amazing work! As I’m wearing my first “Casio Royal”, wonder who is to blame for that!!
I finally managed to pre-order the Helm Komodo earlier this year. I should receive it by the end of the year and can't wait to get it.
Thanks for the Jomashop store, was looking for a Kamasu and almost purchased one for $299. They are almost $100 cheaper on Jomashop. Thanks
I'm new to the channel , (great name BTW !) , I really like the strait-forward delivery style with clear information . I need to pick up an 'everyday diver' for the collection , lots of interesting choices here, especially with you mixing in the micro-brands too. Many thanks.
Great video like always and the options are really good for the price range
Currently wearing my Phoibos 007 and I love it. Best bang for your buck for sure!
Love the video and great selection, will you be doing a top 10 of non dive watches soon please.
Is it just me or does that Hamtun have one of the best integrated date displays? It just fits that dial so well. Damn.
Just last week, you can get the Orient Triton around 305-325 usd (coupon dependent) at jomashop. Orient Kamasu (maroon dial) seems to be still available for under 190 usd with a coupon search.
Love it that the Triton came last but in terms of overall package, it is best value watch from your list. This is my to go watch.
Great Vid. You review so many therefore how cool that you look back to compare. I like my black Orient diver but my green Kamasu really begs for ceramic bezel.....guess they can get away easier with cheap black bezel compared to other colors in my opinion.
Thank you for another great video Jody, having said that you stated that the Phoibos came with a Cyclops but the one in this video does not have a cyclops, I believe the older versions did though. Thanks again and I can't wait for the 43 mm Pagani design sub homage.
Awesome video as always Jody😁.... Waiting on that Loreo yachtmaster review👍
You certainly never disappoint, another brilliant video. Could you possibly review some dive watches by Epos Watches in some of the future videos?
This is a great list. Lots of great watches.
Personally, I would say the Regular Seiko Turtle is another contender of you like the size. Certain ones can be had for under $400. It also has a day/Date which nothing on this has.
I thought Ibwould mention that Deep Blue has several divers under $400, especially with there “Deep” code. I have heard of some people really disliking them, while others really like them. Spec-wise, they are par with the other watches on this list.
Orient Triton is the winner in your list, I have one and I love it. Excellent list, very interesting watches you got there. 😁
I bought a Kamasu when they first came out. Beautiful watch and that green - WOW!!
I've bought mine this week, w8ting for get it!!!
Its blue
A great list - thank you. Also, I would LOVE San Martin to make a Seiko SKX homage with all upgraded components for the same price as their current 62MAS! atb snack
Own a few of the Samurai after learning after market Turtle bezels can be swapped. Helm are great. Flipped all of them for same price I paid when I decided they were just too heavy. Glycines I also flipped after owning several of the Combat Subs -they need a dial design like Helm uses -they are either boring or too hard to read. I just ordered the Phoibos PY007 it's a little small but has so many great features for the price. I also have the same Merkur turtle homage and the frustrating delivery time Kraken H2 that I'm likely going to sell. The Zelos Swordfish looks great ....but the clasp.
Comment about Battle of the bracelets is a great suggestion! This is a great idea. A micro adjust clasp or Rolex style glide lock are kind of mandatory for me now after using them on most of my watches. It seems once you start going up in price there are some nice options (Mido OS, Certina DS Action, CW C65 Trident ect) that are lower profile and no sharp edges (unlike the Strapcode divers extension clasp). Ginault will fit some Seiko watches but there are some modifications or spring bar swaps to figure out and unfortunately they have doubled in price since I got one for my Halios.
Excellent list, Jody. Great value in that Glycine Combat Sub and if only the mini turtle had a 4 o'clock crown it would be just about perfect.
Heimdallr do a very nice variation of the 6105, the case is more Turtle than Willard in outline but has the Willard style crown guards. It's from their Custom-made range and comes with either the PT5000 or if you can find one a Swiss made ETA 2824-2. Case finishing is better than the NH35A variations but it's only available on the waffle style rubber strap. The lume is Lumibrite standard, easily visible thru the night. Obviously a bit more expensive and not quite a Captain Willard homage but I think that makes it a little more unique but a bargain for £250 ish for the ETA version which performs within COSC tolerance on my example. The Merkur is also a standout, case is great. Really interesting video, thanks.
A good upgrade for the previous generation Orient divers is a double domed sapphire crystal from crystal times, bracelet from StrapCode, bezel from Yobokies and a ceramic lumed bezel insert. Loving my Mako II running at around -0.3.
I went black Mako II, vintage minimalist ceramic bezel insert & coin edge bezel & sapphire dbl dome from crystal times, jubilee from Long Island Watch. I love it, something uniquely me, and simply love wearing it. I think Orient nailed it with the Arabic characters on the Mako to set apart from every other diver with dots and rats teeth (or Seiko clomages)
Nice list jody! I find this is kind of my favorite category. Torn on the glycine. The L2L is at my max but like the field watch type diver and can find new for $300usd
The mini turtle I like just a bit more money here in U.S right around 400. not so prevalent
Jody, love this one! Thanks for all the links… I’m sure that’s a pain in the butt to pull together! Waiting on my Zelos swordfish now...have the minturtle and I love it...I also like spinnaker! I think spinnaker is a name brand that would fit/belong on this list…They have the specifications and a great price point… Low to mid $200s...So would be on the cheaper side of this list!
Excellent review Jody, I would love to pick out a couple of these but I need to have some control, I do have the Komodo and it is an excellent watch for the price.
Thanks for the Hamtun info.The meteorite dial with Sellita for 358 £ was a great deal
These all look great, but I’m going to check out both the Glycene, and the Orient triton. Both look very interesting and the next dive watch will be my last. I’m to old to go diving for real anymore, and I just want a good solid watch! Great video as always Jody!!!
Stu I was the same I would recommend Seiko divers watch Sbd 051 as last solid watch it's a beauty and it stopped me in my tracks for buying any other watches hope this helps you pal
Another awesome video, thank you :) Would love to see a review of a Prometheus Eagle Ray, I'm surprised you never got one in, especially as you seem to like Borealis.
I'm honestly surprised the Lorier Neptune V1 and Traska Freediver aren't on this list. If they had a date complication, I'd totally save up money to get one! Nice video, Jody!
My first Turtle arrived this week after a cheeky eBay win, Samurai next, and maybe a San Martin.
Great list Jody. Personally I reckon the Lorier Neptune deserves a spot in the list as it just scrapes in at US$399. It has vintage dimensions and aesthetics as well as being beautifully finished. The attention detail and passion is evident in nearly every aspect. They sell out within a couple of days but they restock every few months or so timing is everything when trying to purchase one.
Jarrod Cilia I agree. The lorier Neptune v2 definitely surpasses these in elegance and everyday wearability. It’s also a 200 m diver ;)
Jarrod Cilia Yeah the Neptune does look great, just need to see one and try it for size. 😁
yeah man, supply is an issue, the lorier website had the hydra and falcon in stock, i was so gutted they were out of neptunes, but i found one on ebay and bought that. i absolutely love it, beautiful domed crystal, excellent finishing, beautiful blue dial with no date ruining the symmetry, vivid blue lume, excellent proportions and a comfortable tapered stainless steel bracelet, very underrated, it's my go to watch
@@mitchaelhollingsworth1698 When it comes to supply I reckon they are being sensible and sustainable. We've seen many microbrands fall into the trap of overstocking an item only to have it not sell and then have to reduce the price down just to move stock. By being sensible with their stocking levels, Lorier are not overstretching themselves and as a result they are able to continually sell out of their stock at the price they want to sell it at.
For those interested in buying one, the best thing to do is to follow them on Instagram. They always post the exact dates and time they are restocking an item which will give you plenty of time to put aside some cash and put a reminder in your calendar.
One other really nice touch they do is not waste the customers' money with some fancy box and packaging. Instead they use a standard simple cardboard box with the watch packed in a nice leather watch roll. Fancy boxes are nice, but they just end up in a drawer or cupboard somewhere. Like most collectors, I store my watches in a multi watch box or in winders. A leather watch roll is something that is actually useful, especially for those that travel around a bit.
I have a Lorier Neptune S3 and wow such a classic. 🔱😎👍
Great video, always enjoy watching! Cheers from Stuttgart, Germany!
Great list, agree with the Orients and the Glycine . Have you ever reviewed the Tisell Submariner homage or any of their watches? They look pretty good with Miyota 9015 movements.
Great vid Jody. Interesting choices. I'll be looking at a customized Turtle. Oh, I almost forgot; I would put mu rubber striped Victorinox Swiss Army Professional Diver. It's ISO certified and perhaps the toughest Diver on the market. Bought mine for for $365.00. Beautiful and Badass!
Excellent list Jody, imo the Orient Mako usa (solid EL) should be on the list over the Kamasu.
Jody you have made my weekend! How do you keep this pace up? Great job
Great choices here. My only problem with the Tini Murtle is not having a 4 o'clock crown.
I've got the Khuraburi & the Komodo and I love them both so I must pick up the Vanatu soon. I've also got the Hamtun Kraken coming some time in the future. Love your vids keep em coming.
One of your best videos Jody. I will have to watch this again. I did not take notes. My biggest problem with dive watches is the weight more than the size. I hate heavy watches yet dive watches are heavy. I know this must have taken you a lot of time to research. Seiko's keep going up in price. I remember when you could get a Padi for 250 dollars and SKS for 160.00 dollars. (USD) I like swiss ETA over SW-200 any day unless its sw-200-2 which does not have the gear wearing out problem. That is why some of these swiss watches are so cheap from the sw 200 being dumped because they know it has a flaw. Take care.
Great list, my problem is they all look so similar, none stand out :-( ..I have moved to experimenting with Vostok simply because they stand out, their case and the domed ‘glass’.
Love my Orient Triton! If only I were in Australia I'd be happy to lend it for a review.
Great job 👍 Jody. Obviously, you're not going to be able to please everyone with so many brands and models to choose from. I had to watch your video 4 times as I was one of the many guilty ones researching your picks.
From your list I own the Samurai SRPD23 and 2 Glycine Combat Sub's: GL0077 42mm & GL0095 48mm, both on bracelets. Anyone with a 7.5"or larger wrist might want to consider the 48mm models. My wrist is just under 8" and both Glycine's fit great.
The Prospex Turtles are a nice option as well (I have 2).
While you were talking about them, I went to the Zelos website & looked at the Swordfish V2 line. I pulled the trigger on the Ice Blue model.
Hi there Jody Great video I really want to get the Orient Kamo Green dail cant wait to add it to the collection. Glycine watch looking amazing for the price
Great Video- You've mentioned in several videos that you have changed out your pressed clasp for a nice steel MILLED CLASP on aliexpress- do you have any links for these? having trouble finding them. thanks so much and keep up the great ideos
Your list is top-notch per usual mate. But...
Forgive me if I've missed it, but have you considered Deep Blue? Lots of choices but the NATO diver and Master 1000 diver lines are the bargain sweets spots. Excellent specs. Massive choices in case sizes 40, 42, 44, dial color and build, straps, bracelets, etc.. Very good regular pricing with occasionally ridiculous bargain deals (40% off labor day sale this week!)
Got the Glycine GL0185 from Drop a few months back.
Love it!
+8 sec/day
Lume is superb, love the rektangular lumepip on the seconds hand.
May get one of the bronze one in the future.
Pål Deisz Can’t go wrong with bronze!
Hey Jody, what would you say are the best watches you've reviewed that are on the larger side?
Would the Zelos Hammerhead be on this list?
I love that Darth Vader Samurai. Black and silver with the lightsaber second hand.... Love it!
I have the Phoibos you mentioned. Great watch but uncomfortable on my wrist due to the sharp edges. Which of these have the best “fit and finish”? Cheers!
Good Video. I like the Orient watches. And when my SKX007 finally wears out (10 to 20 years from now.), I'll buy one!
Samurai and Mini Turtle are my faves in that list. Good job Jody.
Great video Jody. You definitely have your finger on the pulse with these mate!
Hi Jodi. Where is the bronze diver in the list?It’s not complete without one. The Ergon Malestron would be the one to add. Great dive watch that you reviewed this year and I bought.
Enjoyed the video i picked up the Glyncine Golden Eye for around 340USD on eBay @ the Glycine -direct the price varies from time to time and you get the Glycine warranty this is not a gray market watch I also picked up an Airman 42 GMT also under 400USD
Great video! 👍 clicked. My choices 1- turtle homage (san martin bronze case) bronze watches are getting expensive and MTO per waiting list. This one is affordable and from a brand that seems to know the market directions. 2- Helm. Jody Choice. That watch bracelet the appealing similar of the jubilee SKX bracelet. Waiting list to buy one 👎. 3- Orient is maturity. Orient is were watch lovers find "acceptance". 4- Seiko....I like them and I have some. 5- the rest. ....Hey Jody, have you check that CIGA Design watches .....recommend the square skeleton one.....lots of complements I get when wearing it.
Great video, and I’m sure there are many more, however I have a few divers and one of my cheapest but great value and man so accurate is my hulk homage Tisell. If you ever get the chance please review it’s a great watch.
Hey man! Really enjoying your videos, I was wondering if you had a video on your Merkur 6105? If not, any chance you might want to make one?!?! 😉
Keep up the good work!!!