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Ikepod Seapod S003vsSeiko Prospex LX line

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
Prospex LX line
SeikoProspex LX line
MSRP $6,500

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
Prospex LX line44.8mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
Prospex LX line72h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
Prospex LX line300m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
Prospex LX line$6,500

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
46mm
44.8mm
Thickness
12mm
15.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Yes
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
5R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
30

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$6,500

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Seiko Prospex LX line

Owners widely report the Seiko Prospex LX line's finishing is a step up from other models, with a case that sits well on the wrist, and some praise the green sunburst dial with blue anti-reflective sapphire crystal as phenomenal. However, owners note the high MSRP limited sales, with some desiring smaller cases and a reduced price, and others experienced quality control issues such as detached second hands and peeling DLC coating, leading to concerns about fragility. On balance, owners feel the Seiko Prospex LX line was discontinued due to pricing that alienated its target market, despite its attractive dial.

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