Filippo Loreti Watches The RiddlervsSeiko Prospex Sea

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler at true scale

The Riddler

Seiko Prospex Sea at true scale

Prospex Sea

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48.6mm

Thickness

13mm

lowest

13.3mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$425

n/a

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko 6R54

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.6mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6R54
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
n/a
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Reviews

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Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler

Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler is described by owners as a cheaply made watch with generic designs, with some suggesting it is a Chinese-made item valued under $100. One owner reported that multiple Filippo Loreti watches, including The Riddler, stopped working within a year, and customer service provided no resolution. Another user noted that images of the watches were removed from the brand's Instagram, hinting at potential licensing issues, and heard claims of the brand being a scam selling Chinese watches as Italian. On balance, owners find Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler to be a cheaply made item with generic designs, with significant concerns raised about product reliability and customer service.

Seiko Prospex Sea

The Seiko Prospex Sea is widely recognized for its excellent value and solid build quality, with many owners appreciating its classic dive watch design and legible dial. Reviewers consistently praise its lume, with one owner noting it as excellent. The watch's finishing is also a frequent highlight, described as impressive and well-executed for its price point. Some owners find the 42mm case size wears well, even on smaller wrists, while others describe it as substantial and potentially uncomfortable for smaller wrists. The movement is noted as a 6R54 automatic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its robust construction and classic dive watch aesthetics at a fair price.

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