Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178vsSeiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

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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.

Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178 at true scale

Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

Diameter

39mm

42.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.4mm

Thickness

n/a

13.4mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$316

lowest

$550

Movement

Automatic

Seiko 4R36

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
42.4mm
Thickness
n/a
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.4mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Hardlex
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$316
$550
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Reviews

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

Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178

Owners widely praise the Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178 as a convincing and honest mechanical dive watch, highlighting its well-proportioned dial writing and integrated date window. The bezel markings and lumed pip draw comparisons to heritage dive watches, and some owners consider it a sufficient diver that fulfills their needs. One reviewer notes the compelling price point of €270, while another views it as a potential modder's dream. The watch is powered by an automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. A point of discussion is the tan lume, which one reviewer finds stylistically debatable compared to white lume. The Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178 is also noted for lacking a rotating bezel, a characteristic typically found on divers. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic Watch with Blue Dial #43B178 for its honest fundamentals and compelling value.

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive and unique dial designs, often described as featuring wave patterns, gradient blues, and even hidden elements, which reviewers and owners consider a standout feature for the price. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the watch's good value and solid build quality. Some sources note that the bezel operation is smooth with a crisp feel, and the watch is generally considered comfortable to wear. Accuracy is reported as good, with one owner noting it runs about +5 seconds per day. However, several sources criticize the quality of the original bracelet and clasp, citing issues like pin-and-collar construction, stamped clasps, and a lack of a convenient diver's extension. Bezel alignment is also mentioned as a potential inconsistency by a few reviewers. Some owners find the full dots on the bezel to be busy, and a few prefer the dial designs without black bezels.