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Resco RTAC GMT - DLCvsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Resco RTAC GMT - DLC

Owners widely praise the Resco RTAC GMT - DLC for its quality, durability, and robust build, fitting well with an outdoorsy lifestyle. The watch features red accents on the seconds and GMT hands, an internal dive bezel, and double screw-down crowns. One owner inquired about the canvas strap's fit for smaller wrists. On balance, owners rate the Resco RTAC GMT - DLC highly for its ruggedness and quality suitable for all activities.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive blue and red PADI colors, rich dial aesthetic, and excellent lume that stands out even in dim environments. Owners highlight its robust build quality and excellent bezel action, noting the wave dial is a favorite. However, the Hardlex crystal and the 4R36 movement's accuracy range of +45 to -35 seconds per day are identified as compromises for the price. Some owners find the diver's extension difficult to open and the bracelet adjustment challenging, though manageable. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its build quality and striking dial design at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RTAC GMT - DLC44mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41.7mm
Power Reserve
RTAC GMT - DLC40h
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
RTAC GMT - DLC200m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
RTAC GMT - DLC$1,205
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
44mm
41.7mm
Thickness
13mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,205
$650
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