Invicta GladiatorvsSeiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation

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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.

Invicta Gladiator at true scale

Gladiator

Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation at true scale

Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation

Diameter

58.3mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.2mm

Thickness

n/a

12.3mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

45h

MSRP

n/a

$2,800

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko 6L37

Case

4 specs
Diameter
58.3mm
39.5mm
Thickness
n/a
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.2mm
Lug Width
41mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6L37
Power Reserve
0h
45h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$2,800
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Reviews

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

Invicta Gladiator

Owners widely praise the Invicta Gladiator for its exceptional value, with many considering it a great starter watch that feels more substantial than its price suggests. Reviewers and owners alike note positive aspects such as the bracelet, clasp, and bezel action, though it is not perceived as a refined or luxurious timepiece. One owner reports accuracy gains of 4-6 seconds in a few hours. Overall, owners rate the Invicta Gladiator highly for its amazing value and solid build at the price point.

Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation

The Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation is noted for its slim 12.3mm case and 39.5mm diameter, making it a wearable dive watch. The automatic Seiko 6L37 movement is described as having a 45-46 hour power reserve, with one reviewer noting an accuracy of -10/+15 seconds per day. The watch features a box-shaped sapphire crystal and 200 meters of water resistance. However, its price of A$4,650 is considered high for its specifications, and one reviewer questions Seiko's continued reliance on the 62MAS design. On balance, reviewers find the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation to be a functional and refined dive watch, though its value proposition is debated due to its price point.