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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsSeiko Ice Diver

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What people say

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a fresh design that some find stunning, particularly the blue ceramic bezel and white dial. The watch features a satisfyingly clicking ceramic bezel that is easy to operate and a vibrant dial with luminous hands and hour plots. One owner reports their 42mm model runs about +6 seconds per day, while others note that Breitling watches can sometimes lose time due to magnetization, which can be corrected under warranty. The Breitling Superocean Automatic has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its design and build quality at its price point.

Seiko Ice Diver

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its robust build, classic dive watch design, and excellent value, with many highlighting its strong lume and comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently flag its superior bezel action and overall finishing as standout features for its price point. Some owners find the 43mm case size substantial, with one noting it felt big, thick, and heavy on a 6.5-inch wrist, though others consider it a perfect size. The movement's power reserve is noted as less than newer variants by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its classic design and robust build at an accessible price.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Ice Diver45mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Ice Diver70h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Ice Diver200m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$5,700
Ice Diver$900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
12.56mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.6mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
LumiBrite

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
$5,700
$900
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