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ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200 Watch Review (Giveaway)

ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200

It’s time for our next quarterly OT Club membership wristwatch giveaway! Don’t forget that in addition to automatic entry into the giveaway, by signing up to become a member you also gain access to a whole host of additional benefits including 10 print issues of Oracle Time magazine to your door, invites to exclusive industry events, brand discounts and free general admission to Hands On Horology 2026. After the summer giveaway of an Oceaneva, we’re sticking to the adventure watch theme with the ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200.

It’s an incredibly bold, military style watch with a 42mm steel case with black PVD coating. On the wrist it feels tough and durable, making you want to hop on an ATV and head off into your private woodland to check on the trail cameras. Presented on a matching steel bracelet it has a reassuring heft that complements its rugged nature. It fits perfectly alongside ProTek’s mission statement to create watches for all terrain and difficult environments.

ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200

Of course, one of the most important features of an all-terrain watch is its ability to survive adverse conditions and unexpected scenarios and with 200m water resistance, the Automatic Steel Dive 2200 is prepared for monsoon level rain, as well as a spot of swimming. Tying into that is the unidirectional, immersion timer bezel with pronounced grip. That water resistance is noted on the dial of the watch below the central hand stack.

ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200

Speaking of the dial, it’s a sand-coloured piece with horizontal engraving and sunray brushing. It has a 24-hour scale in Arabic numerals with a date at 3 o’clock and peripheral minute and seconds scale. However, arguably the most important feature is the Swiss Pro-Glo T25 tritium lume, incorporating glowing tubes on the central hands and around the edge of the display. It provides luminescence in low light conditions without the need for external charging and lasts for 25-years.

ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200

Beneath that dial is a Seiko automatic movement and while they don’t provide a specific reference it’s likely the standard three-hand with date, NH35A. A highly respected movement in the accessible tool watch world with a 41-hour power reserve and easy serviceability. The watch itself has a value of $895 (approx. £665), so it’s not so precious that you’re unwilling to take it on an expedition while also having the quality and resilience to survive.

ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200

To be in with a chance to win the ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200, sign up to become an OT Club member before December 31st, 2025 (existing members are automatically entered). Between the giveaway, event access, print magazine and more, that £89.50 practically pays for itself.

Price and Specs:

Model: ProTek Automatic Steel Dive 2200
Case: 42mm diameter x 13.75mm thickness, black PVD-plated stainless steel
Dial: Champagne
Water resistance: 200m (20 bar)
Movement: Seiko calibr NH35A, automatic
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
Power reserve: 41h
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Strap: Stainless steel bracelet with IP Black Plating
Price: $895 (approx. £665)

More details at ProTek.

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Michael Sonsino

As Digital Editor for Oracle Time, Michael needs an eye for detail, which makes it a good thing that his twin joys in life are miniatures and watches. He's a lifelong fan of fine timepieces, especially those of a more historic nature - if it has a twist of Art Deco, all the better. Recent purchase: Seiko Prospex 1959 Alpinist Modern Re-Interpretation. Grail watch: Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921.