Revelot Hexmariner 42 Metallic White CNC GuillochevsSeiko 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.

Revelot Hexmariner 42 Metallic White CNC Guilloche at true scale

Hexmariner 42 Metallic White CNC Guilloche

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

Diameter

42mm

43.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48.7mm

Thickness

n/a

12.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

41h

MSRP

$475

lowest

$650

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko 4R35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
43.8mm
Thickness
n/a
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.7mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Ceramic
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 4R35
Jewels
0
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$650
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Reviews

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Revelot Hexmariner 42 Metallic White CNC Guilloche

The Revelot Hexmariner 42 Metallic White CNC Guilloche is widely praised for its aesthetic appeal, with owners highlighting its angular lugs, fully brushed case, comfortable chamfered edges, and signed crown with a lumed logo. The engraved rehaut is a favored detail, and the watch is considered a cool diver under $300. The 42mm case and Seiko NH35 automatic movement are noted. Owners are split on the bracelet; some find it disappointing and sub-par, suggesting it's where costs were cut, while others note that it settled in with wear and offers a good fit with on-the-fly adjustment. The watch features sapphire crystal front and back, a ceramic bezel insert, and a single folding clasp with spring-loaded pushers. On balance, owners rate the Revelot Hexmariner 42 Metallic White CNC Guilloche highly for its striking looks and value, despite some reservations about the stock bracelet.

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition is widely praised for its exceptional and beautiful dial designs, featuring wave patterns, gradient blues, and marine animal motifs that evoke the ocean, with many considering them among the best in their price range. Owners also note satisfactory lume, smooth bezel operation, and comfortable wearability, with some finding the 43.8mm case size and 13mm thickness to be well-balanced for daily wear. However, multiple sources criticize the bracelet clasp as flimsy, rattly, or underwhelming, and one owner reported returning the watch due to this. Some owners also note imperfect day/date wheel alignment as a common issue in this price segment. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition highly for its stunning dial artistry and overall value.

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