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Nodus Contrail GMTvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

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Nodus Contrail GMT

The Nodus Contrail GMT is praised for its excellent case and bracelet quality, impressive finishing that suggests a much higher price point, and brilliant proportions, making it a well-executed flier-style GMT. Owners and reviewers highlight its slender 40.5mm case, comfortable flat-link bracelet, and 200 meters of water resistance. The Miyota Caliber 9075 movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy regulated to +/-8 seconds per day. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red numerals on the roulette disc difficult to read, and the small crown and large guards may be tedious for some. One user questioned the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index despite the existing 24-hour scale. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its value and build quality at its 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

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition40mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition72h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition300m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition$1,550

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
46.4mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
6R55
Power Reserve
42h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$1,550
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