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Audaz ADZ-2080-03vsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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ADZ-2080-03
AudazADZ-2080-03
MSRP $400
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition
SeikoProspex Sea PADI Special Edition
MSRP $650
What people say

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Audaz ADZ-2080-03

Owners widely praise the Audaz Seafarer's versatile design, fitting for both diving and formal wear, and note its NH35 automatic movement and 200m water resistance. One owner highlights the Sea Ranger's amazing lume with a gorgeous phosphorus blue color. However, some owners criticize the Audaz Sand Color Dial as a blatant copy of iconic watches, deeming the "affordable luxury" claim disingenuous, while others express skepticism about the water resistance and call it a Rolex clone. The 42mm case is noted as being a little big on smaller wrists. Overall, owners are split on the Audaz, with praise for its lume and versatility tempered by significant criticism regarding its design originality and perceived value.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition for its robust build quality, excellent bezel action, and strong lume that performs well in low light. Reviewers note specific models feature attractive dials, such as the jewel-toned teal with a water pattern or a deep dark blue gradient. Some owners highlight the comfortable wearability and solid bracelets. The 4R36 movement is mentioned with a 41-hour power reserve, while the 6R55 movement offers a 72-hour power reserve and a stated accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day. One owner finds the multi-lingual date function and divers extension difficult to use, and bracelet adjustment can be initially frustrating. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its dive watch functionality and attractive dial designs.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ADZ-2080-0344mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
ADZ-2080-03
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
ADZ-2080-03100m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
ADZ-2080-03$400
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
44mm
45mm
Thickness
16.5mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
47.7mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82S7
4R36
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$650
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