# Benrus Type 1 Revival Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Benrus Type 1 Revival faithfully reissues the 1962 military dive watch originally issued to the U.S. Navy Underwater Demolition Teams (UDT, predecessors to the SEALs), featuring a 40mm 316L stainless steel case with 300m water resistance, bi-directional dive bezel with sapphire insert, double-domed AR-coated sapphire crystal, and matte black dial with applied indices and C3 Super-LumiNova for superior legibility; powered by the Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with 38-hour power reserve and 28,800 vph beat rate, it targets military watch enthusiasts, divers, and collectors seeking authentic tool watch heritage blended with modern reliability.

## Overall Watch Rating: 6.2/10.0

**Material Metric (9.0/10.0)** - Premium 316L stainless steel, domed AR sapphire crystal, and refined brushing/polishing deliver build quality rivaling higher-end tool watches like the Omega Seamaster.
**Dials & Design Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Iconic military-inspired black dial with luminous sword hands and indices offers exceptional legibility and vintage charm akin to the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MilSpec.
**Versatility Metric (7.5/10.0)** - Robust 300m diver excels in aquatic adventures, casual wear, and tool scenarios but falls short for formal settings.
**History & Innovation Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Profound U.S. Navy UDT legacy elevates the faithful revival, though it prioritizes heritage over new innovations.
**Brand Metric (6.2/10.0)** - Revived American icon with military provenance holds strong enthusiast appeal, on par with brands like Glycine or Zodiac.
**Movement Metric (6.1/10.0)** - Sellita SW200-1 provides reliable, accurate automatic operation comparable to ETA 2824 clones in mid-tier divers.
**Rarity Metric (5.6/10.0)** - 1,000-piece limited edition offers moderate collectibility at this price, above mass-produced peers but below sub-200 exclusives.
**Functions Metric (5.5/10.0)** - Core timekeeping with dive bezel utility meets standard tool watch expectations, similar to Seiko Prospex divers.
**Complications Metric (0.5/10.0)** - Minimalist three-hander design eschews extras for pure tool purity, scoring low versus complication-rich alternatives.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.0
## TPS Interpretation: Fair Value: Strong materials and design outperform price-based expectations, offset by basic complications and functions for balanced overall utility.
## WM Collector Grade: C
## Performance Insights: Material excellence and standout dial aesthetics anchor the rating with tangible quality, while the solid movement and limited run add appeal, delivering fair value versus the $1,995 MSRP and implying better proportionality around $1,400.

## Watch Data
[Picture URL] - https://benrus.com/cdn/shop/files/Type1_Black_1200x.jpg?v=1665520001; [backPicture] - N/A; [lumePicture] - N/A; [Nickname] - Type 1 Revival; [Brand] - Benrus; [Model] - Type 1 Revival; [Country] - United States; [Product Link] - https://benrus.com/products/type-i-black; [reviewLink] - N/A; [Movement Type] - Automatic; [Movement Name] - Sellita SW200-1; [# MSRP] - 1995; [# Secondary] - 1850; [# Production] - 1000; [watchDescription] - Faithful 1962 U.S. Navy UDT dive watch revival with 40mm steel case, 300m WR, Sellita automatic, and military-spec aesthetics.; [caseWidth] - 40; [lugToLugLength] - 47; [thickness] - 13.6; [lug] - 20; [waterResist] - 300; [powerReserve] - 38; [beatFrequency] - 28800; [lume] - C3 Super-LumiNova; [jewels] - 26; [caseMaterial] - 316L Stainless Steel; [watchGlass] - Domed Sapphire AR; [Bezel] - Bi-directional Dive Sapphire Insert; [caseback] - Screw-down Engraved; [Crown] - Screw-down; [Strap] - FKM Rubber; [Shape] - Round; [Dial] - Black Matte Indices; [caseShape] - Round; [Seconds] - 1; [Date] - 0; [Calendar] - 0; [Chiming] - 0; [Chronograph] - 0; [Compass] - 0; [dateCompilation] - 0; [DigitalDisplay] - 0; [Dress] - 0; [Field] - 0; [GMT] - 0; [Mechanical Alarm] - 0; [Moonphase] - 0; [Tourbillon] - 0; [worldTimer] - 0; [powerReserveIndicator] - 0; [Diver] - 1; [Pilot] - 0; [racing] - 0; [Skeleton] - 0; [Vintage] - 0; [StyleFormal] - 0; [StyleCasual] - 1; [StyleSports] - 1; [StyleTravel] - 0; [StyleAdventure] - 1; [StyleCollector] - 1; [StyleTool] - 1; [StyleStatement] - 0; [StyleVintage] - 1; [StyleSmart] - 0; [StyleCustom] - 0; [TPS_new] - 4.0; [TPSgrade] - C; [TPSimpliedPrice] - 1400;

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