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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMTvsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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C63 Sealander Extreme GMT
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Extreme GMT
MSRP $2,075
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition
SeikoProspex Sea PADI Special Edition
MSRP $1,200
What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT is widely praised as a competent and comfortable tool watch offering excellent value. Reviewers consistently highlight its impressive Globolight lume, providing excellent legibility, and its well-proportioned 41mm brushed steel case. The Sellita SW330-2 movement is noted as reliable, though its standard accuracy is stated as ±20 seconds per day, and its GMT functionality is considered less advanced than some alternatives. One owner notes the green dial can be an acquired taste, and hands and markers are considered less refined than those on significantly more expensive watches. The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT is priced attractively at €1,895 on bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT for its rugged, travel-ready design and impressive lume at its price point.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive PADI color schemes, often featuring blue and red accents, and striking dials described as gorgeous and standing out in the light. Owners report excellent build quality and bezel action, with one noting the watch feels like it can take a beating, and another highlighting the lume as among the best. The bracelet is also frequently called high-quality and exceeding expectations for its price point. However, some owners find the case design can make the watch feel top-heavy, and the pin and collar system on the bracelet can be difficult during resizing. The accuracy of the 4R35 movement is noted as +45 to -35 seconds per day, and some may prefer sapphire over the Hardlex crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its distinctive aesthetics and robust build at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT40mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT56h
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition70h
Water Resistance
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT150m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT$2,075
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$1,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
12.05mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
SLN X1 BL / GL
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
6R35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
70h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,075
$1,200
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