Resco DLC WhitevsSeiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited 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.

Resco DLC White at true scale

DLC White

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Diameter

44mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.4mm

49.3mm

lowest

Thickness

13.5mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

50h

MSRP

$2,155

lowest

$3,300

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 8L35

Case

3 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.38mm
49.3mm
Lug Width
44mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 8L35
Power Reserve
0h
50h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,155
$3,300
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Reviews

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

Resco DLC White

Owners report satisfaction with the DLC coating, with one stating it is considered indestructible and the gold standard. Another owner chose the Resco DLC White specifically for this coating, expecting it to resist scratches better than previous coatings. One owner noted rust on the case by the time and date adjusting screw of a different Resco model, which the company stated was normal. Overall, owners value the durability and scratch resistance of the DLC coating on the Resco DLC White.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition for its attractive dial with a jewel-toned teal color and rippling-water pattern, and its smooth bezel action. Some owners find it a refined evolution of previous models with a comfortable case and bracelet. However, a significant number of owners express disappointment with the accuracy of the 6R movement at its price point, with some noting it runs slow. The steep rehaut and marker size make the 24-hour numbers difficult to read, and the case design is described as making the watch feel top-heavy. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition highly for its striking dial and refined design, despite widespread concerns about the movement's accuracy for the price.