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Proxima PX1685 Bronze Samurai Diver

The Proxima PX1685 Bronze Samurai Diver is a current-production diver watch with a cusn8 marine bronze case. It is priced well under the $1,299 median for the category.

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Price
$224
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
CuSn8 marine bronze
Type
Diver
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
14 mm
Lug-to-lug
47 mm
Origin
China
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Power reserve
41 hours
Complications
Date
Construction
Assembled
Finish technology
Natural finish
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire with AR coating
Display back
No
Dial
Gold, white, green, coffee, blue wave, wormhole and day-date colourways
Dial colours
White Blue Green Brown Gold
Lume
Swiss C3 and BGW9 Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Water resistance, Weight, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Caseback, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Sep 2026 Source: Proxima (maker store, PX1685 all dials) / Proxima (maker store, PX1685-HS gold dial)
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Proxima PX1685 Bronze Samurai Diver?

The Proxima PX1685 Bronze Samurai Diver has a cusn8 marine bronze case. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Proxima PX1685 Bronze Samurai Diver?

It is 42.0 mm in diameter, 14 mm thick, 47 mm lug to lug.

How much does the Proxima PX1685 Bronze Samurai Diver cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $224.

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