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Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)vsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)
ZelosHammerhead (Tantalum LE)
MSRP $1,499
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition
SeikoProspex Sea PADI Special Edition
MSRP $650

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)44mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41.7mm
Power Reserve
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)40h
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)300m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)$1,499
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
41.7mm
Thickness
13mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Tantalum LE
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
4R35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$650

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What people say

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Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)

The Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE) features a forged carbon dial and bezel insert with infused lume. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE) highly for its unique material composition and substantial feel.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive blue and red PADI colors, rich dial aesthetic, and excellent lume that stands out even in dim environments. Owners highlight its robust build quality and excellent bezel action, noting the wave dial is a favorite. However, the Hardlex crystal and the 4R36 movement's accuracy range of +45 to -35 seconds per day are identified as compromises for the price. Some owners find the diver's extension difficult to open and the bracelet adjustment challenging, though manageable. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its build quality and striking dial design at its price point.

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