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Sinn EZM 13.1vsSeiko Prospex Sea

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What people say

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Sinn EZM 13.1

Owners widely praise the Sinn EZM 13.1 for its robust, tank-like build and purpose-built, rugged design with unique technological features. Some owners note accuracy averaging +6 to +8 seconds per day. One owner reported a misaligned hour hand, a stuttering chrono register in extreme cold, and discovered its case was not made by SUG. Owners are split on the watch's chunky nature and bracelet, with some finding it unsuitable. Overall, owners rate the Sinn EZM 13.1 highly for its unique, rugged design and robust build.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent lume, robust build, and value, with many highlighting the comfortable 4 o'clock crown and reliable movements. Reviewers note impressive case finishing and attractive dials, with specific models lauded for their gradient blue designs and smooth bezel actions. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +9 seconds/day after demagnetization, while others find the watches to be good first "proper" watches. Some owners find the stock rubber straps uncomfortable or the overall size substantial on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its combination of strong dive watch functionality and appealing design at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
EZM 13.141mm
Prospex Sea41mm
Power Reserve
EZM 13.138h
Prospex Sea70h
Water Resistance
EZM 13.1500m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
EZM 13.1$3,780
Prospex Sea$900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
15mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
Finish
bead-blasted
Water Resistance
500m
200m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SINN Movement SZ02
Seiko 6R35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
Date, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,780
$900
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