Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1vsSeiko Prospex Sea

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Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1

Ref. T1C1-SS-S-415-01·MSRP $1,995

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Seiko Prospex Sea

MSRP $900

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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.

TYPE 1 M1

Prospex Sea

Diameter

Across the case, crown excluded.

41.5mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

The number that decides fit.

49.9mm

46.9mm

lowest

Thickness

How it sits under a cuff.

13.7mm

12.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

Rated in meters.

200m

Power Reserve

How long it runs off the wrist.

42h

70h

highest

MSRP

Sticker price, new.

$1,995

$900

lowest

Movement

What drives the hands.

ETA 2892-A2

Seiko 6R35

Spec

TYPE 1 M1

Prospex Sea

Case

3 specs

Diameter

41.5mm

41mm

Thickness

13.7mm

12.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.85mm

46.9mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

n/a

Curved

AR Coating

n/a

Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Lume

Super-LumiNova

LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

ETA 2892-A2

Seiko 6R35

Power Reserve

42 hoursh

70h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,995

$900

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Reviews

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

Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1

Owners praise the Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 for its ultra-rugged, simplistic military design and historical connection, with one owner highlighting its utilitarian aesthetic and CIA/Navy SEALs use. The watch features a champagne dial, polished and brushed case, and ceramic bezel insert. Some owners find the 41.5mm case size too large for smaller wrists, though it balances well on a shark mesh band. The bezel can be slippery, and one owner criticizes the use of the ETA 2681 movement, preferring a 2824 or SW200. The reissue price point of $1700 is considered high by one author. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 for its distinctive military design and historical significance, despite some reservations about its movement and price.

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its value and robust build, with many highlighting its excellent lume and attractive design. Some owners find the 41mm case size perfect, while others with smaller wrists consider it too large, thick, and heavy. The stock rubber strap is noted as uncomfortable for land wear by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its design and value at the price point.