Duxot Atlantica Deep Dive Automatic Limited EditionvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

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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.

Duxot Atlantica Deep Dive Automatic Limited Edition at true scale

Atlantica Deep Dive Automatic Limited Edition

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Diameter

44mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

49.3mm

lowest

Thickness

17mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

1000m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

50h

MSRP

$620

lowest

$3,300

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko 8L35

Case

5 specs
Thickness
17mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
49.3mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
1000m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 8L35
Power Reserve
0h
50h
Jewels
0
26
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$620
$3,300
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Reviews

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Duxot Atlantica Deep Dive Automatic Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Duxot Atlantica Deep Dive Automatic Limited Edition for its value at $139, with many finding it a good daily wearer. The bezel markings align well, and the watch is considered cool and unique-looking. However, accuracy varies, with some owners reporting losses of around 12 seconds per day, and the bezel is described as stiff. The stamped bracelet is noted as jangly and lacking screw-in links, offering limited micro-adjustments. Some find the watch overpriced despite its unique appearance, citing the use of off-the-shelf Japanese movements. Overall, owners rate the Duxot Atlantica Deep Dive Automatic Limited Edition highly for its distinctive design and strong value proposition at the $139 price point.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition for its attractive dial with a jewel-toned teal color and rippling-water pattern, and its smooth bezel action. Some owners find it a refined evolution of previous models with a comfortable case and bracelet. However, a significant number of owners express disappointment with the accuracy of the 6R movement at its price point, with some noting it runs slow. The steep rehaut and marker size make the 24-hour numbers difficult to read, and the case design is described as making the watch feel top-heavy. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition highly for its striking dial and refined design, despite widespread concerns about the movement's accuracy for the price.

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