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Fathers Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mmvsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Fathers Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm

Fathers Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm owners highlight the functional GMT bezel and 24-hour chapter ring for easily tracking two time zones, useful for tasks like reviewing computer logs. One owner expresses deep satisfaction, praising its toughness, comfort, and lume. Overall, owners rate the Fathers Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm highly for its practical GMT functionality and comfortable, robust build.

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
Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm40mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition70h
Water Resistance
Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm200m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
Globetrotter Black – Orologio GMT Automatico Swiss Made – Nero 40 mm$1,377
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$1,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
12.65mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,377
$1,200
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