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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea at true scale

Prospex Sea

Zelos Spearfish 3 at true scale

Spearfish 3

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.6mm

n/a

Thickness

13.3mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

72h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$799

Movement

Seiko 6R54

La Joux-Perret G100

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.3mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R54
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
72h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$799
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Spearfish 3 for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp transitions and polish that exceed expectations for its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the bracelet is considered superb, featuring a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp that is among the best from microbrands. Some owners also highlight the beautiful and unique dials as a significant draw. One owner found the titanium case too light, though later regretted selling it. The Zelos Spearfish 3 uses the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The La Joux Perret G100 movement is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the dial material, with one noting a burnt orange sunburst and another mentioning meteorite.

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