Phoibos Apollo DlcvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch

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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.

Phoibos Apollo Dlc at true scale

Apollo Dlc

Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch at true scale

Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

46.4mm

Thickness

11mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$485

lowest

$1,300

Movement

Miyota 9015

Seiko 6R55

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.4mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$1,300
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Reviews

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Phoibos Apollo Dlc

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and the unique granular texture of its black dial. The watch is noted for its amazing lume performance. However, some find the "rocket" shaped hands make time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some owners. The value proposition is also questioned by some compared to other brands. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc highly for its unique dial and strong lume, despite some functional and value concerns.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch for its refined engineering, comfortable 40mm case, and improved 300m water resistance. The watch is noted for its better build quality and finishing compared to some alternatives, featuring a mix of polished and brushed surfaces, with specific callouts for the jewel-toned teal dial with a rippling-water pattern. Some owners consider the price fair, while others suggest it is too high. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners reporting their 6R55 movement performs well within +/- 10 seconds per day, while others note theirs runs slow or have concerns about QC for the price. The bracelet, while improved, lacks modern features like quick-release or extensive micro-adjustments. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch highly for its refined design and build quality at its price point.

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