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Seiko Prospex SeavsSpinnaker Fleuss

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Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea42mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea72h
Fleuss40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea300m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Prospex Sea
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R54
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$179

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, solid build, and comfortable wearability, with specific mentions of its matte black dial, excellent lume, and cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. The 4R36 movement is noted for hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and the bezel action is described as smooth and precise. Some owners find the watch to be a legitimate tool with a fair price, while others describe it as big, thick, and heavy, uncomfortable for smaller wrists, though this is subjective as one owner found the size perfect. The solar quartz movement is also highlighted as a collection-worthy feature. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its exceptional value and comfortable, classic design.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

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