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Farr + Swit Wayfinder Diver 40vsSeiko DressKX

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What people say

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Farr + Swit Wayfinder Diver 40

Owners widely praise the Farr + Swit Wayfinder Diver 40's incredible lume on the map dial, especially at night, and note the comfort and durability of the NATO strap. However, the full lume dial is also described by some as difficult to use. Overall, owners rate the Farr + Swit Wayfinder Diver 40 highly for its striking luminous dial and comfortable strap.

Seiko DressKX

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is widely praised as a gateway mechanical watch offering exceptional value and iconic status, with owners appreciating its ruggedness, tool-like authenticity, and moddability. Many owners report the 4R36/NH36 movement achieves accuracy of +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, far exceeding its stated specifications, and the stock Jubilee bracelet is noted as surprisingly comfortable. Some owners find the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series bulky and less aesthetically pleasing than newer models, with others noting its specifications lag behind contemporary watches. The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is considered a decent watch, especially when found under £200, but it's not the serious tool watch the original SKX was, lacking a screw-down crown, bezel pip, and ISO rating. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its iconic dive watch lineage and excellent value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The clean dial and versatile dressy look are praised. The overall thickness and handset are points of contention.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wayfinder Diver 4040mm
DressKX40mm
Power Reserve
Wayfinder Diver 40
DressKX41h
Water Resistance
Wayfinder Diver 40300m
DressKX100m
MSRP
Wayfinder Diver 40$499
DressKX$315

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Sport
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Lume
Lume
BGW9 Grade A, C3 Green Grade X EF, Dark Orange, BGW9 Grade A EF on Bezel
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VH31
Seiko 4R36
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$315
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