Marina: Y171

Do not buy the Marina Y171 from eBay scalpers. The retail price fluctuates between $65 and $85.

The best places to find it are:

Warning: There is a quartz version of the "Marina" watch with a different movement. Ensure the listing explicitly says "Automatic" and "NH35" . marina y171

How does it stack up against direct rivals in the sub-$100 auto market?

| Feature | Marina Y171 | Invicta 8926OB | Seiko SNXS79 | Addiesdive MY-H2 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Price | $75 | $85 | $120 | $80 | | Movement | Seiko NH35 | Seiko NH35 | Seiko 7S26 (No hand-wind) | Seiko NH35 | | Crystal | Mineral | Mineral (Flame Fusion) | Hardlex (Mineral) | Sapphire | | Case Size | 44mm | 40mm | 38mm | 41mm | | Style | Panerai Homage | Rolex Sub Homage | Datejust | Rolex Sub Homage | | Water Res. | 30m (Splash) | 200m (Swim) | 30m | 200m | Do not buy the Marina Y171 from eBay scalpers

Analysis: The Invicta offers better water resistance at a smaller size. The Addiesdive offers a sapphire crystal for the same price. The Seiko offers brand heritage.

The Y171 wins only if you specifically want the Panerai cushion case. If you want a general diver, the Invicta 8926OB is a better value. Warning: There is a quartz version of the

Here is a critical spec: Mineral Glass. The Y171 does not use Sapphire. This is the biggest cost-saving measure. Mineral glass is softer, meaning it scratches more easily, but it is also more shatter-resistant than sapphire. For a $70–$100 watch, mineral glass is expected, but it is a weak point if you work in construction.