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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition
SeikoProspex Sea PADI Special Edition
MSRP $1,200
What people say

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Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono for its gorgeous looks and clean design, with one owner calling it a top 5 watch in their collection. The 40mm size and included straps are noted as comfortable and wearable. Some owners find the watch difficult to read in dull lighting. One owner of a 1956 GMT reported a non-screwing crown, and another owner of a 1956 GMT noted a misaligned bezel. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono highly for its aesthetic appeal and wearability.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive PADI color schemes, often featuring blue and red accents, and striking dials described as gorgeous and standing out in the light. Owners report excellent build quality and bezel action, with one noting the watch feels like it can take a beating, and another highlighting the lume as among the best. The bracelet is also frequently called high-quality and exceeding expectations for its price point. However, some owners find the case design can make the watch feel top-heavy, and the pin and collar system on the bracelet can be difficult during resizing. The accuracy of the 4R35 movement is noted as +45 to -35 seconds per day, and some may prefer sapphire over the Hardlex crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its distinctive aesthetics and robust build at its price point.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition70h
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$1,200

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
14.1mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
52.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510M BH b elaboré
6R35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
48h
70h
Jewels
23
24
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$1,200
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