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Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial WatchvsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch

Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch owners widely praise its full lume dial, describing it as exceptional and beautiful, and note its comfortable NATO strap. The watch is also highlighted for its durability and value. On balance, owners rate the Farr + Swit Best Lume Dial Watch highly for its stunning full lume dial and overall value.

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

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Best Lume Dial Watch40mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
Best Lume Dial Watch
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition70h
Water Resistance
Best Lume Dial Watch300m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
Best Lume Dial Watch$499
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$1,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Best Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH35
6R35
Power Reserve
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$1,200
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