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Duxot Atlantica Diver AutomaticvsSeiko Captain Willard

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Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic as a great value daily wearer, with many finding it a happy purchase. Reviewers note well-aligned bezel markings and adequate lume. Owners report the automatic NH35 movement keeps decent time, losing about 12 seconds per day. The 42mm case is considered a good size for daily wear. However, reviewers consistently flag the stiff rotating bezel and the stamped bracelet with pin links as jangly and uncomfortable compared to higher-end options. Overall, owners rate the Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic highly for its value and daily wearability, despite minor comfort issues with the bracelet.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation is praised for its impressive finishing and value, with reviewers noting its well-designed dial and excellent LumiBrite lume. The watch features a textured grey or dark brown dial, silver hands and indexes with beige or cream lume, and a matte grey or dark bezel insert. It houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Some reviewers question if its performance specs align with its price point. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation highly for its finishing and value over $1,000.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlantica Diver Automatic42mm
Captain Willard42.7mm
Power Reserve
Atlantica Diver Automatic
Captain Willard70h
Water Resistance
Atlantica Diver Automatic200m
Captain Willard200m
MSRP
Atlantica Diver Automatic$159
Captain Willard$1,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.7mm
Thickness
13mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
underside
Lume
None
LumiBrite

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$159
$1,300
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