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Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect

The Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect is praised for its attractive price point and integrated bracelet design, with its 39mm case size noted as a key feature. Owners compare its appearance to other watches, highlighting dial options such as "copper dome," "blue steel," and "walnut wood." One reviewer found the brand name printing to be too large and the case and bracelet edges uncomfortably sharp. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect for its value and design, though some find the finishing details to be a point of critique.

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

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Architect39mm
Captain Willard42.7mm
Power Reserve
Architect44h
Captain Willard70h
Water Resistance
Architect100m
Captain Willard200m
MSRP
Architect$486
Captain Willard$1,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42.7mm
Thickness
10.6mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.6mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
underside
Dial Color
Purple
Black
Lume
SuperLuminova
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
44h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$486
$1,300
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