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Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsSeiko Prospex Sea

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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

Seiko Prospex Sea models are widely praised for their excellent build quality, value for money, and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating the vintage-inspired designs and robust construction. Owners note the silicone straps are surprisingly comfortable and well-finished, and the Lumibrite lume is excellent. However, some find the 44.3mm size and thickness too large for smaller wrists, though others report the sizing as perfect. The 6R15 movement in some variants offers accuracy around +4 seconds per day with a 50-hour power reserve, while newer movements offer more. Some models are criticized for a bracelet width not matching the case size or a rudimentary clasp for their price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its impressive case work and finishing at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Avenger Automatic42mm
Prospex Sea41.3mm
Power Reserve
Avenger Automatic38h
Prospex Sea72h
Water Resistance
Avenger Automatic300m
Prospex Sea300m
MSRP
Avenger Automatic$4,900
Prospex Sea$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.3mm
Thickness
12.15mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
22mm
48.2mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
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)
6R55
Power Reserve
38h
72h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$1,100
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