Audaz Ocean RaidervsSeiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Audaz Ocean Raider at true scale

Ocean Raider

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Diameter

45mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

49.3mm

lowest

Thickness

15mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

50h

MSRP

$400

lowest

$3,300

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko 8L35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Thickness
15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
49.3mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 8L35
Power Reserve
n/a
50h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$3,300
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Audaz Ocean Raider

Owners report the Audaz Ocean Raider offers amazing lume, serving as a less expensive alternative to higher-end dive watches. One owner notes the watch feels a bit big on smaller wrists. Another owner describes the watch as being in 87% condition due to slight marks on the case sides and back, with a worn aftermarket strap. On balance, owners appreciate the Audaz Ocean Raider for its strong lume and value proposition, though size may be a consideration for those with smaller wrists.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition for its attractive dial with a jewel-toned teal color and rippling-water pattern, and its smooth bezel action. Some owners find it a refined evolution of previous models with a comfortable case and bracelet. However, a significant number of owners express disappointment with the accuracy of the 6R movement at its price point, with some noting it runs slow. The steep rehaut and marker size make the 24-hour numbers difficult to read, and the case design is described as making the watch feel top-heavy. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition highly for its striking dial and refined design, despite widespread concerns about the movement's accuracy for the price.

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