Benrus Watches TYPE 3XvsSeiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

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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.

Benrus Watches TYPE 3X at true scale

TYPE 3X

Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch at true scale

Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

Diameter

42mm

42.6mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.3mm

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

13.4mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

50h

highest

MSRP

$2,950

$2,900

lowest

Movement

ETA 2893-2

Seiko 8L35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.6mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.3mm
Material
Carbon
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Old Radium Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Seiko 8L35
Power Reserve
42h
50h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,950
$2,900
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Reviews

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

Benrus Watches TYPE 3X

Benrus Watches TYPE 3X owners and reviewers praise its classical styling and solid build quality, with the 42mm case noted to wear smaller due to minimal lugs. One owner finds the automatic watch comparable in cost to a basic Swatch and considers it proof of Benrus's substantial revival. The included Velcro strap is unappealing, but the rubber strap works well. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus Watches TYPE 3X highly for its wearability and value.

Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch for its premium finishing, tool-like appearance, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting the appealing case shape and 4 o'clock crown position. Reviewers and owners alike note the excellent build quality and Zaratsu-like polishing, with some considering it a refined step up from standard Prospex models. The bezel rotation is described as precise, and the watch is seen as a manageable alternative to larger models. Some enthusiasts question the price point compared to competitors, while others argue the craftsmanship justifies the cost. One owner flagged bezel misalignment as a significant issue for the price. The watch features a stainless steel case with super-hard coating and a black textured dial, powered by the Seiko 8L35 automatic movement.