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Breitling Top Time DeusvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

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Top Time Deus
BreitlingTop Time Deus
MSRP $1,500
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Breitling Top Time Deus

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and retro racing chronograph styling, with many falling in love with its aesthetic in person and calling it a great first automatic watch. Some owners note the dial color is an off-white that shifts between cream and white depending on lighting, and the "Deus" text is less bold than expected. One owner finds the long lugs a drawback, while another points out the lack of anti-magnetic properties. The Breitling Top Time Deus features a Breitling 23 automatic movement, a 41mm case, and 30m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its unique styling and vibrant dial at the price point.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition is praised for its attractive emerald green sunburst dial with gold accents and its comfortable wearability. Owners note the dial looks gorgeous in the right light, and some find it fits better than other models. The watch features a 40mm steel case, a domed sapphire crystal, and 300m water resistance, powered by the 6R55 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. However, some find the watch wears top-heavy due to its density and case design, and the bracelet clasp is criticized for stamped parts and limited micro-adjustment. The retail price of €1,700 is considered high by some, with sales recommended. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the dial's beauty and the watch's comfortable fit, despite some reservations about its weight distribution and bracelet clasp.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Top Time Deus41mm
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition40mm
Power Reserve
Top Time Deus48h
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition72h
Water Resistance
Top Time Deus30m
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition300m
MSRP
Top Time Deus$1,500
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition$1,550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14.27mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
46.4mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 23
6R55
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
48h
72h
Jewels
27
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,500
$1,550
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