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Aquastar Benthos 500 IIvsSeiko Captain Willard

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Aquastar Benthos 500 II

The custom caliber movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation is praised for its impressive finishing and value, with reviewers noting its well-designed dial and excellent LumiBrite lume. The watch features a textured grey or dark brown dial, silver hands and indexes with beige or cream lume, and a matte grey or dark bezel insert. It houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Some reviewers question if its performance specs align with its price point. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation highly for its finishing and value over $1,000.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Benthos 500 II42mm
Captain Willard42.7mm
Power Reserve
Benthos 500 II60h
Captain Willard70h
Water Resistance
Benthos 500 II200m
Captain Willard200m
MSRP
Benthos 500 II$3,590
Captain Willard$1,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
42.7mm
Thickness
15.4mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
underside
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
1MPS
6R35
Power Reserve
60h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,590
$1,300
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