Which is cheaper, the Praesidus Rec Spec or the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition?

At MSRP the Praesidus Rec Spec is the cheaper of the two at $235, against $625 for the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition — a $390 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Praesidus Rec Spec or the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition?

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition wears larger at 43.8mm versus 38mm for the Praesidus Rec Spec — a 5.8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Praesidus Rec Spec or the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition?

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Praesidus Rec Spec.

What movement does the Praesidus Rec Spec run compared to the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Praesidus Rec Spec uses the Seiko NH36 and the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition uses the Seiko 4R35.

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Praesidus Rec Spec

P-38-RSTI-MDG-KHNK1

MSRP $235

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Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

MSRP $625

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

From video reviewers

The dial's vintage aesthetic and the lightweight titanium case are strong points. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive, jewel-toned teal or emerald green dials with wave patterns and vibrant PADI color schemes. Owners and reviewers note its solid build quality, refined case, and good value, with some highlighting the laser-engraved bezel numerals and LumiBrite for legibility. The 6R55 movement offers a 72-hour power reserve, while the 6R15 provides 50 hours. Accuracy figures vary, with the 6R55 rated +25/-15 seconds per day and the 6R15 around +/- 15-25 seconds per day. Some find the lug-to-lug measurement, around 49.5mm, potentially long for smaller wrists, and one owner noted a unique case design made the watch wear top-heavy. Another owner found the finishing and bracelet design basic. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition for its striking dial aesthetics and solid dive watch construction at its price point.