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Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic 3HvsSeiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

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Averau Ceramic 3H
Echo/NeutraAverau Ceramic 3H
MSRP $1,180
Prospex Sea The Black Series
SeikoProspex Sea The Black Series
MSRP $765
What people say

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Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic 3H

The Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic 3H is widely praised for its full lume dial and accessible ceramic and titanium construction. Owners appreciate the quality feel of the bracelet and the reliable Sellita SW200-1 movement, with one noting excellent underwater water resistance. Despite some owners finding the 51.5mm lug-to-lug measurement too large for smaller wrists, another found the 13mm thickness did not feel bulky. There is a split opinion on the double index at 12 o'clock, and one owner reports a loud rotor. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic 3H highly for its striking full lume dial and innovative material construction at its price point.

Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

The Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series is widely praised for its impressive value and compelling design elements. Reviewers highlight the SLA073's cave-diving-inspired dial, high-quality bracelet, and the robust 8L35 movement, calling it a standout release. The SRPE33 and SRPE39 models are noted for their attractive price, manta ray decorated dials, and excellent LumiBrite lume, though bezel alignment can be inconsistent. The SNJ029 is celebrated for its dynamic, colorful aesthetic, solar charging, and comfortable strap, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Overall, the consensus is that Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series models offer excellent value, with specific models lauded for their unique dials, quality finishing, and practical features like solar charging.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Averau Ceramic 3H42mm
Prospex Sea The Black Series45mm
Power Reserve
Averau Ceramic 3H41h
Prospex Sea The Black Series41h
Water Resistance
Averau Ceramic 3H100m
Prospex Sea The Black Series200m
MSRP
Averau Ceramic 3H$1,180
Prospex Sea The Black Series$765

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
10.5mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
47.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Matte Black Ceramic + Grade 2 Titanium TiFrame
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Superluminova BGW9
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
4R36
Jewels
26
24
Complications
Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,180
$765
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