Rolex Sea-DwellervsSeiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT 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.

Rolex Sea-Dweller at true scale

Sea-Dweller

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48.6mm

Thickness

n/a

13.3mm

Water Resistance

1220m

highest

300m

Power Reserve

70h

72h

highest

MSRP

$14,550

$1,750

lowest

Movement

3235

Seiko 6R54

Case

7 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.6mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Oystersteel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1220m
300m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Indices
Index
n/a
Lume
Chromalight
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
3235
Seiko 6R54
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
70h
72h
Jewels
31
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$14,550
$1,750
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Reviews

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Rolex Sea-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sea-Dweller's matte dial, with red lettering being called the best dial on a modern Rolex by some. Many find it wears smaller than its 43mm size suggests, offering a substantial presence that some prefer over the Submariner. However, its thickness and 215-gram weight are noted as drawbacks, with some owners finding it too large and chunky for smaller wrists, best suited for larger wrists. The presence of a cyclops on newer models is a point of contention, with some owners finding it detracts from the watch's aesthetic, while others appreciate its absence. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Rolex Sea-Dweller a superior, masculine dive watch, particularly for those with larger wrists, due to its robust build and distinctive dial.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition is widely praised for its excellent quality and finishing for its price, with reviewers highlighting its beautiful case, bracelet, and Lumibrite lume. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm case size and the 4 o'clock crown position. The watch features a sapphire crystal and uses the in-house 6R54 automatic movement with a three-day power reserve. Some reviewers note that the GMT function is secondary and that the bezel clicks are quieter than expected. The 4:30 date window splits opinion among enthusiasts, and it is described as a "caller GMT" rather than a true "traveller GMT." Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition highly for its excellent value, quality finishing, and comfortable wearability.

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