Buyalov КомпрессорvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Buyalov Компрессор at true scale

Компрессор

Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch at true scale

Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

46.4mm

Thickness

n/a

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

n/a

$1,300

Movement

Seiko NH38

Seiko 6R55

Case

4 specs
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$1,300
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Buyalov Компрессор

Owners widely praise the Buyalov Компрессор for its unique and rugged design, with many appreciating the case finishing and original material applications. Some owners note the watch offers good value, with one mentioning a price of $230 with a sapphire crystal. However, there are differing views on the movement; while some appreciate the Seiko NH38 and the no-date dial, others express a preference for Russian movements and dislike the dial logo. Concerns are also raised about the watch's size, with some finding the 40mm case, 46.6mm case width, and 56.3mm lug-to-lug distance too large for smaller wrists, and one owner reported an airship model gaining +17 seconds per day. On balance, owners and the community view the Buyalov Компрессор favorably for its distinctive design and perceived value, despite some reservations regarding its size and movement choice.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch for its refined engineering, comfortable 40mm case, and improved 300m water resistance. The watch is noted for its better build quality and finishing compared to some alternatives, featuring a mix of polished and brushed surfaces, with specific callouts for the jewel-toned teal dial with a rippling-water pattern. Some owners consider the price fair, while others suggest it is too high. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners reporting their 6R55 movement performs well within +/- 10 seconds per day, while others note theirs runs slow or have concerns about QC for the price. The bracelet, while improved, lacks modern features like quick-release or extensive micro-adjustments. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch highly for its refined design and build quality at its price point.