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Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsSeiko Prospex Sea

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What people say

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Breitling Avenger Automatic

The Breitling Avenger Automatic 42 is praised for its streamlined, contemporary design and robust build, with owners noting its legibility and comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. The watch features a clean dial, a rugged bezel for easy operation, and a bracelet with a dramatic presence. Some owners find the 42mm size to be at the upper limit of personal taste, and one owner reported a power reserve of 38 hours. Accuracy figures range from +2 seconds per day to approximately -6 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic highly for its bold, robust aesthetic and versatile wearability.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent lume, robust build, and value, with many highlighting the comfortable 4 o'clock crown and reliable movements. Reviewers note impressive case finishing and attractive dials, with specific models lauded for their gradient blue designs and smooth bezel actions. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +9 seconds/day after demagnetization, while others find the watches to be good first "proper" watches. Some owners find the stock rubber straps uncomfortable or the overall size substantial on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its combination of strong dive watch functionality and appealing design at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Avenger Automatic42mm
Prospex Sea41mm
Power Reserve
Avenger Automatic38h
Prospex Sea70h
Water Resistance
Avenger Automatic300m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
Avenger Automatic$4,900
Prospex Sea$900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.15mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
22mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$900
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