Buyalov A67 BronzevsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Automatic Diver's
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Measurements
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A67 Bronze

Prospex Sea PADI Automatic Diver's
Diameter
42mm
43.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
n/a
12.8mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Movement
Seiko NH38
Seiko 4R35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsReviews
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The Buyalov A67 Бронза receives praise for its 1967-style case, bezel, and bracelet, along with unique dial colors like fume-orange and sunburst teal, and excellent SuperLuminova C3 lume. Owners appreciate the bronze case's ability to develop a pleasing patina and its radial brushing that offers a unique 3D shine. The Seiko NH38 movement is noted for accuracy within 5 seconds per day and reliability. However, some owners criticize the loss of Russian character with the Seiko movement and find the dial logo distracting. The watch is also described as thicker and wearing bulkier than desired, with some finding the date window busy and its trapezoid shape unconventional. On balance, owners rate the Buyalov A67 Бронза highly for its distinctive dial colors and case design at its price point, despite reservations about the Seiko movement and case thickness.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Automatic Diver's SRPB99 for its excellent value and refined wave dial pattern, with one reviewer noting its sharp, angular 43.8mm case wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. The 4R35 movement hacks and handwinds, and the watch keeps great time. Some owners find the 43.8mm case a bit large, though others report the short, steeply angled lugs enhance wearability. The entry-level stainless steel bracelet is considered good but not exceptional, and one owner found it difficult to resize. The dial's blue offers depth and reflectivity, though the red hash marks are seen as a drawback by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Automatic Diver's SRPB99 highly for its outstanding value and refined dial.
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