- Is the Orient Star M42 Diver good for swimming?
- Yes. It is rated to 200m, so swimming and recreational diving are fine. Rinse it with fresh water after salt water use.
- Does it have a sapphire crystal?
- Some variants use sapphire and others mineral glass, so check the specific version. Sapphire resists scratches far better.
- How does it compare with the original 1964 diver?
- It keeps the vintage dial layout but adds modern water resistance, a sapphire option and a 50-hour movement. It is larger and heavier than the original.
- What is the power reserve?
- About 50 hours when fully wound. That covers a weekend off the wrist without resetting the time.
- Can I swap the strap?
- Yes. It comes on stainless steel, leather or silicone depending on the version, and standard spring bars let you change straps.
- Is it too big for small wrists?
- It wears large and thick, so try it on if you can. Shoppers with wrists under about 6.5 inches often find it bulky.
- Where is the Orient Star M42 Diver 1964 V2 Automatic Watch cheapest?
- At CreationWatches, for $873.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Orient Star M42 Diver 1964 V2 Automatic Watch?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including CreationWatches, First Class Watches.