Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

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Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by toxicavenger » Fri Apr 26, 2019 8:32 pm

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Introducing the Sea Ranger! A tool watch built to serve, built for adventure and built for life. From the field to the sea and anywhere in between this watch will serve all your needs. From a second time zone by using the fully lumed 12hr bezel to the 300 meter water resistance. We believe it’s our best watch yet! With a 40mm asymmetrical case it’s the perfect size for all wrists and a super comfortable bracelet designed to follow the natural curve of the wrist. The dial features applied indices and a step down 24hr track used to track military time. .
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by HapaHapa » Fri Apr 26, 2019 9:14 pm

The multi level dial is nice, especially on the blue dial. I also like the curve of the case and the rounded, soft edge.
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by toxicavenger » Fri Apr 26, 2019 9:33 pm

SPECS:

SIZE: 40mm
CASE: Brushed 316L SS w/ polished chamfers, Screw-Down Crown and Viton Gaskets
CRYSTAL: Domed Sapphire Crystal w/ AR Coating on the underside

DIAL: Gloss Black w/ applied markers and BGW9 Superluminova
MOVEMENT: Swiss Automatic Movement (Cal. 2824-2 or SW200)
WR: 30ATM
STRAP: 316L SS bracelet w/ double lock folding clasp

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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by matt.wu » Sat Apr 27, 2019 8:55 pm

The brand name doesn't work for me, but the watch looks good and unique - a combo not often found in the micro world. :)
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Post by Jeep99dad » Sun Apr 28, 2019 3:36 pm

I like what Andrew does in general and this is a departure from his typical watches but he did a great job imho and the price is very reasonable. The one I had was very well made and he did the assembly in Chicago with Swiss mvt and German cases. Given the price point I assume this one has more Asian components, which is fine. The price under $600 is very good. He always has put out a quality product so I hope this is too because I love the looks
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by JP Chestnut » Sun Apr 28, 2019 3:58 pm

The case is a little weird, but this watch looks like it was well designed.

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Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by CGSshorty » Sun Apr 28, 2019 5:10 pm

Maybe it’s just the photos, but the case looks very soft, like it has been overly polished.
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by toxicavenger » Sun Apr 28, 2019 5:45 pm

CGSshorty wrote:
Sun Apr 28, 2019 5:10 pm
Maybe it’s just the photos, but the case looks very soft, like it has been overly polished.
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by james80 » Mon Apr 29, 2019 7:39 am

CGSshorty wrote:
Sun Apr 28, 2019 5:10 pm
Maybe it’s just the photos, but the case looks very soft, like it has been overly polished.
Exactly.

I like a lot about it but that aspect of the case ruins it for me. I'm also not sold on the second hand.
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by mattcantwin » Mon Apr 29, 2019 7:45 am

Some interesting divers coming out in 40mm.

I wish the ones I like were 42mm.
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Re: Astorandbanks Sea Ranger

Post by unsub073 » Mon Apr 29, 2019 9:41 am

The white dial one isn't bad at all.

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