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Watchdives WD1972

Watchdives WD1972
BrandWatchdives
ReferenceWD1972
Size40mm
MovementSeiko VH31
CategoryChinese

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A military-style dive watch with a sandblasted case finish, powered by the Seiko VH31 sweep-second quartz movement.

Technical Specifications

SpecificationValue
Bezel Diameter37.8 mm
Case Diameter40.9 mm (including crown)
Case Thickness11.2 mm (including high-domed glass)
Lug-to-Lug46.0 mm
Lug Width20.0 mm
Case MaterialSandblasted 316L Stainless Steel
CrystalSapphire, high-clear AR coating
BezelUnidirectional 120-click, aluminum
DialMatte Black
LumeBGW9 Blue — hands and markers
Water Resistance200 meters (20 bar)
Movement CaliberSeiko/TMI VH31
Movement TypeQuartz, sweep seconds (4 beats/sec)
Crown / Case BackScrew-down / screw-down, polished
Strap20mm nylon

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