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Ikepod Seapod S003vsSeiko Prospex Sea

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
MSRP $900

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
Prospex Sea41mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
Prospex Sea70h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
Prospex Sea$900

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
46mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.9mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Yes
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6R35
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$900

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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 Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent lume, robust build, and value, with many highlighting the comfortable 4 o'clock crown and reliable movements. Reviewers note impressive case finishing and attractive dials, with specific models lauded for their gradient blue designs and smooth bezel actions. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +9 seconds/day after demagnetization, while others find the watches to be good first "proper" watches. Some owners find the stock rubber straps uncomfortable or the overall size substantial on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its combination of strong dive watch functionality and appealing design at its price point.

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